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Consolidated Graphics Enhances Product Offering; Provides Exclusive Antimicrobial Agent For Printed Matter.


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HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 8, 2002

Consolidated Graphics Consolidated Graphics (NYSE "CGX") is a national, commercial printing company based in Houston, Texas. Founded in 1985 by Joe R. Davis, the company has grown to over 70 locations across 26 states and is known as the leading sheetfed, web and digital printing company in North , Inc. (NYSE NYSE

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:CGX CGX Consolidated Graphics Inc.
CGX Meigs Field, Chicago, Illinois (Airport Code) 
) today announced that it is the first commercial printing corporation in North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere.  to offer antimicrobial printed products treated with AgION antimicrobial.

AgION antimicrobial is a silver zeolite zeolite

Any member of a family of hydrated aluminosilicate minerals that have a framework structure enclosing interconnected cavities occupied by large metal cations (positively charged ions)—generally sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, and barium—and water
 that, when mixed with varnish coatings and/or ink, inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold and fungus on the surface of printed matter.

"We are pleased to offer this complementary product to our customers. This unique product was developed, prior to recent events, in response to concerns for damaging bacteria being circulated in the environment," said Charles White Charles or Charlie White may refer to:
  • Charlie White (artist) (born 1972), U.S. artist
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, President and COO of Consolidated Graphics. "We now have the ability to coat any printed material with this antimicrobial agent, without damaging or altering color consistency."

Roger Freeman, Chairman and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board.  of AgION Technologies, added, "Our exclusive agreement with Consolidated Graphics demonstrates the versatility of our AgION product. Independent laboratory testing has demonstrated that the paper surface is effective against a broad range of bacteria. With Consolidated Graphics' formidable presence in the print marketplace, our partnership will put AgION in virtually every home and office in America."

AgION antimicrobial provides a layer of protection that prevents the growth of mold, fungus and bacteria on the treated surface. Its active agent is silver in an inorganic, ceramic carrier that allows the slow release of silver ions from the treated surface and that provides long-lasting, safe, durable protection against organic contamination.

About Consolidated Graphics: Consolidated Graphics, Inc. is the largest sheet-fed and half-web commercial printing company in the United States. Through its network of printing companies in 25 states, the Company produces high-quality customized printed materials for a broad customer base that includes many of the most recognized companies in the country. Consolidated Graphics also offers an extensive and growing range of digital and Internet-based services and solutions marketed through CGXmedia. Consolidated Graphics is focused on adding value to its operating companies by providing financial and operational strengths, management support and technological advantages associated with a national organization.

About AgION: AgION Technologies, a Boston area-based biotechnology company engaged in antimicrobial and material research and development. Consolidated Graphics joins an elite group of companies working with AgION, including DuPont Powder Products, Honeywell Consumer Products, and AK Steel. Its flagship product, AgION antimicrobial compound is an advanced high effective material that can be used in the manufacturing of biomedical bi·o·med·i·cal
adj.
1. Of or relating to biomedicine.

2. Of, relating to, or involving biological, medical, and physical sciences.
, industrial and consumer goods consumer goods

Any tangible commodity purchased by households to satisfy their wants and needs. Consumer goods may be durable or nondurable. Durable goods (e.g., autos, furniture, and appliances) have a significant life span, often defined as three years or more, and
. AgION Technologies has its development center in Wakefield MA and has offices in Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
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