MagStation II™ NMR Selected for Petroken’s Polymer Lab in Argentina

HAVERHILL, MA (November 19, 2007)—progression, inc. reported today that the first MagStation II laboratory NMR system designed for analysis of polypropylene resin analysis was shipped from the factory in Massachusetts to Argentina. The technology will be used to provide non-destructive resin analysis in the plant QC laboratory for key resin properties such as xylene solubles, ethylene content, and mechanical properties. The company is the world’s leading supplier of lab NMR equipment to the polymer industry.

Sam Thompson, Regional Manager at progression, inc. said, “Our South American NMR business continues to be an important part of our overall global business. Today’s first shipment of NMR technology to Petroken is an exciting start in Argentina for us.”

For information about Petroken: www.petroken-pesa.com.ar

About progression

progression, inc. (www.progression-systems.com) has an extensive background in the development and implementation of process NMR and holds a broad intellectual property portfolio in its use and application. In addition, the company provides LIBS instrumentation, custom sampling systems, two-phase mass flow monitors and electrostatic charge measurement devices for monitoring unique applications within the chemical process industry. The world’s largest polyolefin manufacturers rely upon progression products to improve process efficiency and product consistency.

International business accounts for more than 60 percent of privately held progression’s overall revenues. Strong service and distribution in overseas markets including Europe, Asia, and the Middle East continue to provide exceptional expansion and growth opportunities for progression.

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