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CASE SYSTEMS ANNOUNCES PROMOTION OF RICK VANDER WEELE TO CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER — DECEMBER 21, 2009

MIDLAND, MI (Dec. 21) – Case Systems, Inc., an industry leader in the manufacture and development of casework and adaptable work environment equipment, announced today that its Board of Directors has named Rick Vander Weele to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately.

Vander Weele has served since November 2005 as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Case Systems. Through his innovation and leadership, Vander Weele has helped Case Systems grow its business and post record profits. He succeeds Bob Bowden, who is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer after 16 years of leadership of the company. Bowden will retain his role as Chairman of Case Systems' Board of Directors. Read full article.

CASE SYSTEMS AND BOSTONtec HOSTING 1ST ANNUAL FUNDRAISER GOLF OUTING — SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

MIDLAND, MI - Case Systems, Inc. is a nationally recognized manufacturer of laminate furniture for the educational, healthcare and laboratory markets. Case Systems is known for its vast array of casework, custom product solutions, superior quality and on-time delivery. For five years, Case Systems has been a supporter of Relay for Life, an American Cancer Society activity.

In 2004 Case Systems, Inc. started Team Case, an employee community service group that creates awareness and goodwill among our community and employees. Throughout the year, Team Case holds bake sales, ice cream socials, taco and nacho luncheons, has silent auctions, raffles off vacation days, concert tickets, and much, much more. Read full article.

ACHIEVEMENT OF FSC CHAIN OF CUSTODY — JUNE 18, 2009

MIDLAND, Mich. – Case Systems, Inc. has received Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody Certification by Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) who is accredited by the FSC to certify companies to their international standards. With the receipt of the FSC Chain of Custody Certification Code SCS-COC-002050, Case Systems, meets strict tracking requirements for ensuring they can provide FSC-certified cabinets and countertops.

Drawing on its more than 15 years' experience in creating solutions for schools, universities, hospitals and laboratories, Case Systems' combines functional and flexible design with practical engineering to create innovative space solutions for the customers it serves. All the while, maintaining the highest quality, beauty and value. Read full article.

Strategic Plan Helps Case Systems Thrive  — Fall 2008/Winter 2009

These days, it seems the economic news goes from bad to worse. But Case Systems is thriving. Case President Rick Vander Weele attributes the company’s success to sound strategic planning.

When the economy takes a downturn, it’s tempting to abandon long-term plans in an effort to make short-term gains. Vander Weele believes the smartest approach is to develop a solid strategic plan and stick with it – in good times and bad. Read full article.

NEW BIO/CHEM BENCH OFFERS QUICK REDESIGN OPTIONS — March 14, 2008

MIDLAND, Mich. – Case Systems, Inc., an industry leader in the development of adaptable work environment equipment, now offers a Bio/Chem Bench, which can be redesigned in minutes to meet ever-changing user needs.

The bench’s suspended cabinets beneath the work surface are capable of side-to-side movement and can be quickly removed from the cart. Designed with high-pressure, wood-grained plastic laminate exteriors, the cabinets include M3-engineered core board and liner interiors. Additionally, doors and drawers are edged with 3-mm PVC edge banding for superior durability. Read full article.

CASECARE™ MEDICAL LINE ANNOUNCED AT ASHE PDC 2008 SHOW — March 8, 2008

MIDLAND, Mich. – Healthcare practitioners insist on the highest quality supplies and instrumentation when they carry out the responsibility of healing their patients. With the unveiling of the CASECARE™ line of medical furniture from Case Systems, they can be assured their healthcare furnishings will meet the same high standards.

Drawing on its more than 25 years' experience in creating solutions for hospitals and healthcare providers, Case Systems’ CASECARE line combines functional and flexible design with practical engineering to create innovative space solutions for the customers it serves. All the while, CASECARE maintains the highest quality, beauty and value. Read full article.

TECH CENTER WORKSTATION ADJUSTS TO CHANGING USER NEEDS — February 29, 2008

MIDLAND, Mich. – Case Systems, Inc., an innovator in the development of efficient work environments, is now offering a cost-effective, easily adjustable workstation, which is modifiable to virtually any project need.

The Tech Center Workstation was created with a simple concept in mind: things change. With ever-evolving work area configurations, it simply makes sense to include workstations, which can quickly adjust and adapt to accommodate increased carrying loads, storage requirements and worker height. Read full article.

CABINET MINISTERS — February 22, 2008

When Bill Carpenter, manufacturing manager for Case Systems, attended a lean manufacturing seminar a few years ago, the topic seemed interesting, but he couldn’t have known then how much it would change his company’s operations. Today, the Midland, MI, manufacturer of plastic laminate furniture and casework has achieved impressive results after a concerted effort of continuous improvement using lean manufacturing. Read full article.

CASEWORK LEADER ANNOUNCES NEW FEATURES — February, 2008

MIDLAND, Mich. – Case Systems, Inc., long-time leader in school musical instrument storage furniture, has announced new features that make its cabinets even more functional, durable and versatile.

The most exciting innovation is the Caseliner™ shelf system. This polyurethane/polyurea elastomer lining is sprayed on. It offers exceptional protection and drainage grooves, and has superior impact resistance and durability. Read full article.