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January 12, 2005—Southfield, Michigan— MPC, Inc., has expanded its capabilities to include rapid prototyping.

MPC now operates a rapid prototyping machine that creates physical models directly from CAD data. The process, which is versatile and simple, enables rapid manufacture of production-like parts, allowing engineers to produce a range of concept models for early concept and packaging evaluation. Additionally, the parts can be painted for a finished look, and used as a pattern for casting applications. MPC’s investment in rapid prototyping technology represents the Company’s continued commitment to meeting customers’ needs, and providing them with outstanding service.

MPC is a leading automotive original equipment manufacturer of molded and extruded thermoplastic components and assemblies for the major manufacturers. Headquartered in Walworth, Wisconsin, the Company expects 2004 sales of $165 million, and has realized an average annual growth rate of 15% over the last 10 years. MPC is a privately held company established in 1972, and has over 1,600 employees. The Company operates six manufacturing locations in the USA and Mexico, and has sales offices in Southfield, Michigan, and Walworth, Wisconsin.

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