February 6, 2009 – Arvada, Colorado – Mark VII Equipment Inc., the US subsidiary of WashTec AG of Germany, the leading supplier of innovative solutions for the carwash business worldwide, today announced that Jeff Sturges has filled the newly created position of Director of North American Sales for its Tunnel Division.

Mr. Sturges has over 25 years of carwash industry experience. He joins Mark VII from Ecolab, a leading manufacturer of carwash and other chemicals, where he managed corporate accounts that included ExxonMobil, Home Depot, Sam’s Club and The Pantry. He previously served as Regional Business Manager for Belanger Inc., a carwash equipment manufacturer, and has owned and operated a carwash chemical distribution company and managed a multi-unit carwash chain.

Sturges holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing and an MBA in Global Management from the University of Phoenix. He also served in the United States Marines.

“Jeff is a great addition to the Mark VII team,” said Steve Jeffs, Vice President of Sales at Mark VII. “He’s been involved in over 200 carwash development projects during his career, which gives him a deep understanding of the tunnel segment and makes him the perfect choice to run this rapidly growing part of our business.”