(BASKING RIDGE, NJ) – Axion Golf — a division of Axion International Holdings Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXIH) and provider of 100-percent recycled materials for building vehicular and pedestrian bridges, boardwalks and landscaping features — has named Joe York head of Market Development for Bridges and Bulkheading.
Boasting a wealth of experience in the construction and golf industries, York will secure new business from courses and resorts as well as parks, recreation and marine operations. Over the past 16 years, York has worked directly with golf’s leading architects, owners and developers on dozens of high-profile course and real estate projects. York will represent Axion at the upcoming Golf Industry Show in New Orleans (Feb. 5-7), where the company will showcase its durable, environmentally-sound and cost-effective products in booth 1958.
In 1993 York spearheaded York Bridge Concepts’ entry into the golf market, establishing the company as a top provider of timber bridges internationally. York has collaborated with course architects including Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio and Rees Jones on prestigious properties such as Valhalla Golf Club in Kentucky (site of the 2008 Ryder Cup), Trump National Golf Club in New Jersey, and Ohio’s Canterbury Golf Club (host of multiple major championships).
York has also completed projects for some of the nation’s largest builders, developers and golf course operators including Del Webb, Pulte Homes, Toll Brothers, Disney Corporation and American Golf. With an extensive background in mechanical engineering, York owns a vast knowledge of building materials, processes and the challenges posed by various topographies and environmental settings.
“Axion’s products are superior to wood, steel and concrete in every important category, including environmental compatibility, strength, durability, cost and maintenance,” York says. “I am thrilled to join a company that represents the future of building materials for outdoor structures.”
“We could not have found a more perfect fit for Axion than Joe York, whose background, expertise, contacts and passion will make him a tremendous asset,” says James Kerstein, CEO of Axion International. “Adding Joe to our team brings instant credibility and firepower to our sales and marketing efforts in golf and beyond.”
Axion International Holdings Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXIH) entered the golf industry in fall 2008 after almost a decade of its materials have been used for major infrastructure projects. Axion Golf’s products have earned endorsements from PGA TOUR star and noted course architect Brad Faxon as well as Billy Casper Golf, one of America’s largest course management companies and a leading environmental steward.
The patented mechanical properties and design of Axion products cause them to rank extremely high in independent tests for durability, lasting more than 50 years with minimal wear and tear. By contrast, conventional bridges are susceptible to rotting, corrosion, leaching, cracking, rust and overall deterioration.
In addition to bridges traversing waterways, wetlands and other challenging topographies, Axion composites are used to create boardwalks, bulkheading, retaining walls and landscaping for framing walkways, cart paths, tee boxes and steps.
Additional advantages of Axion structures:
* Lower cost per square foot for higher quality material
* Absence of toxins eliminates pollution and preserves wildlife habitat
* Textured surface doesn’t absorb water for less slippage than wood (safety upgrade)
* Withstand severe weather and flooding
* Customized for extreme traffic and weight (golf carts, maintenance and construction vehicles)
* Decor of classic and contemporary models (various surface, railing and curbing colors, textures and shapes) blend with course surroundings
* Minimal color fading and looks new over time
* Impervious to moisture decay, fungus and insect infestation
* Quick, hassle-free installation by contractor or course staff reduces time, manpower, machinery, golfer disruption and cost
* Virtually maintenance-free — no painting, staining or patching — saves on repair labor and downtime
About Axion International
In conjunction with scientists from Rutgers University, Axion developed patented technologies which convert 100-percent recycled consumer and industrial materials — waste otherwise destined for landfills — into structural products used in commercial applications. These super-polymer composites are extremely strong, flexible in use, long-lasting, low maintenance and cost-effective. For these reasons, the U.S. Army recently selected Axion bridges to carry its heavily-armored tanks. Operating from a “green” base with a “no-trees-cut-down” mentality, Axion management has more than 100 years in the plastics industry.
For more information about Axion: www.axionintl.com, 908.542.0888.
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