Flamemaster (FAME)

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Flamemaster Introduces Two New High Performance Sealing Compounds andReports a Substantial Rise in New Orders for the Current Quarter

SUN VALLEY, Calif., Apr 17, 2003 (PRIMEZONE via COMTEX) -- Flamemaster Corporation (Nasdaq:FAME) announced that it has introduced two new high performance sealing compounds for aerospace commercial aviation and military usage. One of the compounds is a new integral fuel tank and general purpose fast curing sealant and the other is a new high performance corrosion resistant aerospace general-purpose sealant.

The Company expects to be in production and commence deliveries on these new compounds in the current quarter.

The Company announced that new orders for its diverse product lines increased by more than 300% during the 1st half of April 2003 to $733,000 compared to $244,000 in the first half of April 2002.

Flamemaster Corporation is a specialty chemicals manufacturer servicing the aerospace and defense industries with high performance aircraft sealants and coatings.

The release herein may contain or identify a forward-looking statement. These statements are based on a number of assumptions and estimates, which are inherently subject to uncertainty and contingencies, many of which are beyond the control of the Company and reflect future business decisions, which are subject to change.


By Staff CONTACT: Flamemaster Corporation

Joseph Mazin, President & CEO
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