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Xiom Corp. Teams with New Bedford Coatings

WEST BABYLON, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xiom Corp. (OTCBB:XMCP), manufacturer of the first on-site plastic powder coating spray system, has announced 50 percent ownership of a new joint venture, New Bedford Coatings LLC of New Bedford, MA. This new venture will focus on applying Xioms plastic protective coatings on the more than 700 sea-going fishing trawlers in the New Bedford Harbor fishing fleet. The fleet is a $2 billion dollar commercial enterprise. Because Xioms coatings are actually a hard plastic, they are more durable and weather resistant than conventional powder coating and will provide the trawlers superior protection against the elements at a fraction of previous maintenance costs.

Charlie Quinn, president of New Bedford Coatings LLC, says that keeping protective paint coatings on the fleet is a $200 million proposition each year. It is expected that Xioms coatings--solvent-free plastic coatings that are applied using Xioms portable application systems--will go a long way in reducing that $200 million annual maintenance bill. Xioms coatings are heavy duty tough coatings that are designed for maximum protection in difficult environments.

Andrew Mazzone, president of Xiom Corp., calls this an exciting joint venture. For Xiom, it is the first of many joint ventures in the protective coatings area. It enables us to share in the service revenue for applying coatings in addition to selling equipment and materials used to perform the coating services.

Safe Harbor under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements which are not historical facts contained in this press release are forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties including but not limited to risks associated with the uncertainty of future financial results, regulatory approval processes, the impact of competitive products or pricing, technological changes, the effect of economic conditions and other uncertainties as may be detailed in ht Companys filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Nothing in this press release shall be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities herein.

 

 

 
 

XIOM Corp. Launches Aggressive Worldwide Sales and Marketing Program

WEST BABYLON, NY -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 02/12/07 -- XIOM Corp. (OTCBB: XMCP), a Long Island, NY-based company that manufactures portable, unique and patented spray guns and plastic powder spray systems and polymer-based coatings, has announced the listing of its shares on the OTC Bulletin Board in conjunction with an aggressive worldwide sales and marketing program.

XIOM's financing from The New York State Energy Development Authority (NYSERDA) to conduct several years of intense research and development has culminated to this point with a system of applying cutting-edge coating materials and applications generally recognized in the industry as superior to any powder spray technologies currently on the market.

Andrew Mazzone, XIOM President, said, "We are extremely happy with our progress. Our research and development efforts are ongoing and we have currently developed a system that is years ahead of the industry. The XIOM 1000 system uses compressed air, oxygen and propane and eliminates the need for oven-curing.

"NYSERDA recognized that on-site portable powder coating increases the market for coating and has potential for conserving energy by eliminating oven-curing."

"Other vital advantages of the XIOM 1000 are that it allows powder coatings to be applied on site and eliminates volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in coatings," added Tom Gardega, XIOM's Executive Vice President. "The system has a low capital cost, minimum facility requirements and inputs, and allows for depositing thick film powder coatings."

XIOM is currently developing a high-speed spray gun under a contract with the U.S. Navy. "The Navy recognized the advantages of the XIOM system and our multiple coatings for use on vessels, vehicles, structures, and components for both the Navy and commercial shipyards," Mr. Mazzone stated.

In addition to portable spray systems, XIOM has developed a line of patented powders for decorative and functional applications for use with the system. Included in this variety of powders are coatings that glow in the dark with minimal exposure to natural or artificial light, an anti-slip coating, and a coating that allows for prevention and easy cleaning maintenance of graffiti among others. XIOM's plastic powder spray system can also be used to apply non-conductive coatings to eliminate stray electric voltage. XIOM's non-conductive coatings provide maximum insulation because they can be applied at a thickness up to 20 thousandths of an inch, as opposed to paint that is applied at thicknesses of 2 to 3 thousandths of an inch. All XIOM coatings are comprised of hard plastics and other optimum materials so they are more durable and weather-resistant than conventional powder coatings and paint.

New York State is also funding XIOM's further development of its fully automated and innovative spray technology that will play a strong part in expanding the firm's manufacturing capabilities on Long Island to spray print and paper rolls nationwide.

Xiom Corporation of West Babylon, New York, (www.xiom-corp.com) manufactures powder spray equipment and plastic spray materials in its Long Island facility. Further announcements pertaining to major domestic and international joint ventures and projects will be announced in upcoming news releases.

Safe Harbor under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements which are not historical facts contained in this press release are forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties including but not limited to risks associated with the uncertainty of future financial results, regulatory approval processes, the impact of competitive products or pricing, technological changes, the effect of economic conditions and other uncertainties as may be detailed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Nothing in this press release shall be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities herein.

 

 
     
 

Xiom Corp. Introduces Permanent Glow-in-the-Dark Coatings


W. Babylon, NY, April 17, 2006—Xiom Corporation (www.xiom-corp.com), manufacturer of portable plastic powder coating equipment, has announced a new line of permanent glow-in-the-dark coatings. It is now possible to powder coat anything of any size with a permanent glow-in-the-dark coating. Because the coating is actually a hard plastic, it is more durable and weather resistant than any-glow-in-the-dark paint or coating on the market. With just a few minutes of exposure to natural or artificial light each day, the coatings will glow for 8 hours.


The inexpensive and easy-to-apply coatings will bring an extra measure of safety to residential and commercial buildings. Glow-in-the-dark handrails, exit signs and marked pathways will make emergency escape routes easy to find and follow in schools, apartment complexes and commercial buildings. Traffic signs, building addresses and street signs will be visible even at night. In private homes, glow-in-the-dark coatings on outside stairs will provide the increased visibility necessary to prevent falls. Bordering driveways with coated markers or stripes will make it safer to move vehicles in and especially out. Switch plates can be coated so it isn’t necessary to grope in the dark. In addition, bicycles can be coated in part or entirely so that they are easily seen by motorists at night.


Like all Xiom coatings, the glow-in-the-dark coatings have no dripping, no overspray problems and absolutely no VOCs (volatile organic chemicals). In addition, unlike conventional powder coating, Xiom’s coatings cure instantly; no oven-curing is needed. And the Xiom 1000 system, weighing just 70 pounds, is completely portable. It can be used anywhere compressed air is available.


Xiom Corporation manufactures plastic powder spray equipment and plastic spray materials in its Long Island facility. After several years as a research and development company, Xiom began marketing its spray system and coatings in October 2006. The company’s continuing R & D efforts promise to expand the frontier of spray coating technology.


 
     
     
 

 

Xiom offers solution to Shocking stray voltage incidents

New York, March 14 – On March 2, 2006 a nine-year-old boy reported experiencing an electrical shock when he stepped on a manhole cover on Lexington Ave. near 127th Street in New York City. This was one of hundreds of similar incidents that occur in major metropolitan areas each year. Dozens of people and pets are shocked and, in some tragic instances, killed, due to stray voltage annually.


Headlines in major newspapers have reported the growing danger of stray voltage on city streets. In response to a significant number of incidents in February and March, the New York City Council held a hearing with representatives from Con Edison and the Department of Transportation. At this meeting it was reported that between December 2004 and November 2005 stray voltage had been detected in 1,214 locations. Despite the efficiency of detection, more than 23 people received shocks and at least one dog was electrocuted. It is clear that detection alone is not a sufficient safety measure.


To help combat and eliminate this growing problem, Xiom Corporation of West Babylon, New York, (www.xiom-corp.com) manufactures a portable plastic powder spray system that can apply non-conductive coatings to eliminate stray voltage. Xiom coatings are hard plastics allowing them to be more durable and weather resistant than conventional powder coatings and paint. Xiom’s non-conductive coatings provide maximum insulation because they can be applied at a thickness up to 20 millimeters, as opposed to paint which is applied at thicknesses of 3 to 5 millimeters. Xiom’s coatings will not peel, chip or crack. On the other hand paint and other coatings can fail allowing dangerous voltage to leak through.


“Although the media has reported efforts are underway to enhance detection and reduce hot spots, this emphasis makes me think of an epidemic. Detecting cases of a disease won’t stop further outbreaks or tragic incidents. What is needed is a solution and Xiom has it. We have developed a patented line of electrical insulating spray applications that can significantly reduce the likelihood of shocking,” said Andrew Mazzone, President of Xiom Corporation.


There is no doubt, the New York City Council recognizes the problem and has called for local electric corporations to “utilize non-conductive protective materials to insulate their electrical-related infrastructure to prevent stray voltage.” The Council defined “non-conductive protective materials” as “any casing of material of sufficient composition or thickness to adequately obstruct the unintended flow of electricity.”

It is apparent that Con Edison is actively looking for problem areas. In fact, the company has purchased 5,000 mobile detectors that can trace stray voltages on one city block in just minutes. Mobile detectors can only find stray voltage at the moment it is present. For example, in the recent incident with the nine-year-old boy in Harlem, Con Ed investigators could not find evidence of stray voltage. Of the stray voltage that Con Ed detected in the past year, 1,083 occurred in streetlights and 99 in utility poles, which can easily and economically be coated with Xiom’s non-conductive long-lasting polymer coating.


Consolidated Edison representatives pointed out that the surface where the Harlem boy walked was safe when detection crews arrived. They could not say if the area was voltage free in the time leading up to the incident or after. In other words, detecting stray voltage cannot ensure that it will not be present at a later time. According to Con Ed spokesman Michael Clendenin, traffic vibrations and the effects of salt can turn sites that are safe into danger zones.


Xiom Corporation of West Babylon, New York, (www.xiom-corp.com) manufactures powder spray equipment and plastic spray materials in its Long Island facility. The company’s on-going research and development is expanding the frontier of spray technology.

 

 

 
     


     
 

Xiom Corp. Introduces Do-It-Yourself On-Site Plastic Powder Spray

Company Provides Portable, Cost Efficient,
Environmentally Friendly Thermal Spraying


W. Babylon, NY, March 16, 2006—Xiom Corporation (www.xiom-corp.com) has introduced the first completely portable plastic polymer spray system. Xiom has also introduced a line of unique mixed polymers to be used with the spray system. Because these coatings are actually a hard plastic, they are more durable and weather resistant than conventional powder coating and there is no dripping, no overspray problems and absolutely no VOCs (volatile organic chemicals).


“After many years of R&D, Xiom’s engineers have successfully solved the problems that had prevented the spraying of thermoset and thermoplastic powders. Xiom 1000 provides consistent feed rates, does not consume the material and can achieve deposit efficiencies of up to 99 percent. Learning to use the system requires minimal time. According to Xiom’s president, Andrew Mazzone, “A good man can be trained in one hour” and then the system is “plug and play.” The Xiom 1000 spray system weighs just 70 pounds and consists of a spray gun, powder delivery system, pneumatic-based control console and hoses.


An operator can spray 200 square feet an hour at 6 mils thickness. In addition, the Xiom 1000 uses significantly less energy than traditional powder coating, and coatings can be applied at greater thicknesses—from 3 mils to 1 inch. Xiom’s product line also includes plastic powders that can be used to encapsulate arsenic in wood, provide for easy removable of graffiti, prevent corrosion and generally prolong the life of metal. These plastic powders can also be sprayed on fiberglass, wood and concrete. Little or no preheating is required to apply the materials.

Xiom’s permanent glow-in-the-dark coatings can ensure quick escape from burning buildings, nighttime visibility of road signs, pedestrians, bikers and vehicles. In addition, Xiom Corp. manufactures a line of powders for industrial release and grip coatings.


According to Mr. Mazzone, “The Xiom 1000 spray system will revolutionize the coatings industry--increasing efficiency, cutting costs and providing a previously unheard of range of functions while being environmentally friendly.”


Xiom Corporation manufactures powder spray equipment and plastic spray materials in its Long Island facility. The company’s on-going research and development is expanding the frontier of spray technology.
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