CHARLOTTE, NC, USA – January 10, 2008 - Company officials of tesa tape, inc., a global leader in the manufacture and supply of pressure-sensitive manufacturer of adhesive tapes, are pleased to announce the promotion of Clay Goins to the company’s sales force.

Clay was promoted to the position of Sales Specialist for appliance markets after serving in the company’s Information Technology Department for five years. He will have sales responsibility and provide application support for tesa customers and suppliers in residential, commercial,
and industrial appliance markets. Clay’s sales region will encompass all of the USA and Canada.

About tesa tape, inc.

For over a century, tesa tape has pioneered the development of pressure-sensitive industrial adhesive tape technologies. This rich tradition of innovation dates back to 1882 when the company's founder patented a method for manufacturing medical adhesive dressings. With this invention came the beginning of a global enterprise dedicated to the development and promotion of advanced adhesive tape solutions. Today, this worldwide company services customers in over 100 countries around the globe and holds numerous product patents. In North America, tesa markets many diverse product lines including double-sided fastening tapes, masking tapes and associated products, packaging tapes, duct and cloth tapes, and many specialty tape products. At tesa, it is our charter to provide our customers with service levels and applications expertise that are second to none in the industry. With this as our goal, we stand committed to providing you with adhesive tape solutions beyond the roll!

tesa...adhesive tape solutions beyond the roll!