Hisco Appoints New Minneapolis Branch Manager

HOUSTON, January 13, 2010 – Hisco, an employee-owned, specialty distribution company, serving the electronic assembly, renewable energy, medical device and other industrial markets, recently announced the appointment of Paul Kangas as Minneapolis Branch Manager. In this role, Mr. Kangas will be responsible for all branch sales and operations with a focus on adhesive and bonding applications.

Mr. Kangas has extensive experience in the medical device market. He comes to Hisco from Henkel Loctite where he was an Account Manager. Previously he was National Account Manager for a major supplier to the automotive industry. A Minnesota native, he graduated from the University of Minnesota with a BS in Mechanical Engineering and is currently completing his MBA degree.

For more information about Hisco, visit www.hiscoinc.com or call 877-447-2650.