BASF’s Bodyshopmall.com to offer link to GRC-Pirk for EH&S records management

For Immediate Release:
October 30, 2006

Contact:
Andy Ladak
BASF
Tel: (248) 948-2088
E-mail: andrew.ladak@basf.com

Lisa Fulner
BASF
Tel: (248) 304-5421
E-mail: lisa.fulner@basf.com

SOUTHFIELD, MI., October 23, 2006 — BASF’s Bodyshopmall.com has announced a new program, in conjunction with the Government Regulatory Compliance "GRC-Pirk," that will make it easier for Bodyshopmall.com customers to manage mandatory regulatory records.

GRC-Pirk is a registered private environmental assessment company for hazardous materials management. GRC-Pirk can partner with companies such as collision shops nationwide to develop and implement cost-effective environmental, health and safety (EH&S) records management. The company focuses on integrating compliance recordkeeping into business operation processes through “paperless” digital automation.

GRC-Pirk has recently developed a Web-based program called "ReComply." According to GRC-Pirk, ReComply is not only a tool for creating and maintaining legally binding records certification, but it is also the most advanced method of regulatory records management available in the market. ”Thanks to our innovative technology, ReComply will remain the standard by which all other EH&S records-management tools are measured for years to come,” said Steven Schillinger, President GRC-Pirk, LLC.

Mike Foldvary, BASF Manager for Bodyshopmall Marketing, said that as a result of the joint program, Bodyshopmall.com customers will now be able to access and sign up for the ReComply program, as well as to receive additional benefits afforded to BASF customers.

“Utilizing innovative Web-based platforms, BASF’s bodyshopmall and GRC-PIRK are able to harmonize their product and service offerings at their customers’ level,” said Foldvary. “Bodyshopmall.com customers will be able to access ReComply through a click of the mouse. This is another example of the programs and services BASF offers its Bodyshopmall.com customers to help make them more successful.”

BASF’s Bodyshopmall.com is a complete paint, body and equipment resource that enables customers to order paint, associated products and equipment online, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Bodyshopmall.com offers BASF customers a direct link to BASF and its innovative solutions for the collision repair market.

The program is available in selected markets only. Body shops can find out if they are eligible to participate in Bodyshopmall.com by calling the BASF National Call Center at 800-532-7782.

More information about GRC-Pirk can be found at www.recomply.com; comprehensive information about BASF Automotive Refinish is available at www.basfrefinish.com.

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