NRI and Kinetics Noise Control Sign Agreement

Toronto, Ontario, August 8, 2006--NRI Industries, North America's largest fully integrated manufacturer of recycled rubber products, announced today that it is has signed a partnership with Kinetics Noise Control, the recognized leader in designing products to control sound and vibration. Under the agreement, the companies will co-market sound control membrane under the brand names “EcoSoundmat” and “EcoSoundmat High Bond.” The natural fit between NRI Industries and Kinetics Noise Control will help to round out the latter’s already broad offering of products that provides sound control solutions for floors, walls and ceilings. The strategic marketing and distribution alliance will open new North American markets for both companies “NRI Industries is continually looking for ways to expand its market presence, and we’re excited about the opportunities that Kinetics Noise Control brings,” said Andy Pattenden of NRI Industries. “We want the EcoSoundmat line to be the sound control membrane of choice and look forward to opening new doors for each other.” Matt Swysgood of Kinetics Noise Control states, "The unique physical properties of NRI's recycled rubber mat will allow Kinetics Noise Control to better serve the expanding market for sound control in multi-family dwellings. We are very optimistic about the sales opportunities this partnership brings to the table."