DECEMBER 2, 2005–   The Diversified Machine, Inc. – Detroit facility received the Bronze Award today from the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) for an outstanding safety and health record.   The MIOSHA program is part of the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth (DLEG).

“We are honored to present this award to Diversified Machine’s Detroit facility for their outstanding dedication to workplace safety and health,” said DLEG Director David C. Hollister.   “This award recognizes that while providing high-quality precision machined products and components to the automotive industry–Diversified Machine is also creating a safe and healthy work environment.”

MIOSHA Deputy Director Martha Yoder presented the award to Plant Manager Frank Colarossi, who accepted on behalf of all employees. New ownership officials and corporate management representatives attended the award presentation.

“This award is a testament to the diligent efforts of Diversified Machine’s Detroit team.   It is a privilege to receive this award on behalf of all employees,” said Colarossi. “Our company’s core safety commitment is, ‘We want employees to return home safely in the same manner and condition as they arrived for work.’ This statement drives all employees to ensure that every workday is accident free.”

The MIOSHA Consultation Education and Training (CET) Division recognizes the safety and health achievements of Michigan employers and employees through CET Awards, which are based on excellent safety and health performance.   The CET Bronze Award recognizes leadership and commitment to workplace safety and health resulting in significant improvement of a company’s MIOSHA record.

“We applaud Diversified Machine’s outstanding efforts to create an environment where workplace safety and health is a top priority," said Yoder.   “Reducing your injury and illness rates not only protects your employees, it has a healthy impact on your bottom line.”

The entire Detroit Plant Management Team was recognized for addressing safety related issues promptly, whenever they were identified.    The steady decline in both near misses and injuries at the facility has been the result of hard work and cooperation from employees, bay leaders and supervisors, working interdependently with the Safety Committee.

Special thanks went to Shift Supervisors Roberto Verduzco and Lawrence Osley; Maintenance Site Manager Gerald Guerrero; and all other plant floor supervisors and production bay leaders.   Colarossi noted that special thanks should also go to Corporate Safety & Environmental Manager Dan Waligora, and Human Resource Specialist Karina Gutierrez, who both help administer the safety program.

Diversified Machine, Inc. (formerly known as Uni Boring Company) was founded in 1978 and was owned and operated by Facundo Bravo until November 18, 2005.   An investment group led by two private-equity funds and a former Ford Motor Co. and Covisint, Inc. executive purchased the auto supplier out of bankruptcy.

Diversified Machine, Inc., is under the leadership of Bruce R. Swift, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.   The Detroit facility is one of three locations in Southeastern Michigan; the other facilities are located in Howell and Canton.   The Detroit facility employs approximately 100 workers and conducts precision machining on a variety of automotive parts and power train components.

Diversified Machine will continue as a recognized minority supplier to the automotive industry, with over 500 team members.   The new ownership is confident that the combination of their excellent management team, global experience, strong financial structure, and their commitment to superior service will provide exceptional value to their customers.

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