THE KAYES COMPANY NAMED AS SALES REPRESENTATIVE FOR OHIO AND WEST VIRGINIA

TIFFIN, OH, November 16, 2009 - TIFFIN PARTS LLC a business unit of Pettibone LLC, which is an affiliate of The Heico Companies, has announced that The Kayes Company, Inc. will be their assigned sales representative in Ohio and West Virginia for the Construction, Forestry and Engine Parts markets.

Mark D. Knight, President of TIFFIN PARTS, stated that "After redesigning our website in June, adding highly qualified sales representation like The Kayes Company to help serve our customers in the field is the next step in elevating our best in class status as the premier supplier of high quality replacement parts for heavy equipment and industrial engines."  TIFFIN PARTS also offers unparalleled technical support as the exclusive supplier of OEM parts for Pettibone cranes, backhoes, railcar movers, compactors, OMNI Manlifts and Mercury Forklifts.  Having over 300,000 blueprints on file enables us to rebuild and manufacture virtually any part for your specific piece of equipment.

Contact TIFFIN PARTS for more information by calling 800-219-6354 or visit www.tiffinparts.com.

About TIFFIN PARTS LLC, Pettibone LLC and The Heico Companies

TIFFIN PARTS is a distributor of OEM and high quality after-market standard and custom fabricated parts to heavy equipment and industrial engine customers world-wide.  With a company history of over 125 years, TIFFIN PARTS is the preferred choice with over a quarter million products available along with unparalleled technical support to meet our customers' needs.

Pettibone LLC, an affiliate of The Heico Companies, is the parent of many independent operating companies which produce a wide array of equipment and products. The independent business concept fosters entrepreneurship and growth. It is consistent with our philosophy of developing a close customer contact to provide prompt, responsive service and to meet our customer's changing needs. The companies in these groups are leading suppliers in their respective industries, some produce premium products and provide outstanding services, and others are known as technological pioneers.

About The Kayes Company

The Kayes Company, Inc. has been providing manufacturers and distributors with sales representation for over 60 years.  The Kayes Company was founded by Al Kayes with a simple motto of, "Don't promise more than you can deliver and keep your promises".  The Kayes Company today consist of 6 sales representatives along with a full time office staff to help service the Aftermarket and OEM distributors in Ohio and the surrounding states.  The Kayes Company's expertise in understanding the distribution channels of On and Off Highway, Automotive, Heavy Duty Truck, High Performance and Tools & Equipment of the OEM and aftermarket channels creates the foundation of the sales agency.  The Kayes Company's sales representatives have combined experience of over 150 years of servicing.