Thetford Introduces Next Generation Products at 2007 RV Show

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Nov. 28, 2007 -- Thetford Corporation, a leading supplier of sanitation and refrigeration products for the recreational vehicle (RV), marine and heavy-duty truck industries, is introducing a variety of next-generation products for the RV market.

Shown for the first time at the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association's (RVIA) annual trade show in Louisville (Nov. 27-29), the new Thetford products include:

  -- Improved line of portable waste-water holding tanks,
  -- Unique waste-water holding-tank evacuation system,
  -- New non-formaldehyde Storage Tank Deodorant for RV holding tanks, and
  -- Additions to Thetford's Premium RV Care product line.

"New and improved products are the key to success in our highly competitive business," said Jack Tierney, the company's president and CEO. "We also continue to invest in lean manufacturing processes to improve quality and partially offset price increases due to material inflation and other significantly rising costs that our company and the RV industry have faced over the past several years."

SmartTotes - Thetford's line of portable waste-water holding tanks - are now easier to empty and include the company's PermaStore(TM) Hose Handling & Stowage System for clean and easy hose handling and stowing. Ranging from 12 up to 35 gallons in capacity, SmartTotes are available in seven sizes and are up to 20 percent larger than competitive models.

RV Sani-Con systems quickly empty waste-water holding tanks without the need for plumbing modifications. Once installed, the unique "macerating" system can pump waste 20 feet uphill through a one-inch discharge hose.

In addition, Thetford presented Aqua-Kem's Storage Tank Deodorant for portable waste tanks and RV holding tanks. The first product of its kind, Storage Tank Deodorant uses a formaldehyde-free formula to control odors for up to six months, lubricate seals and clean tank residue.

A new product in Thetford's Premium RV Care line, Mildew Stain Remover, also was shown at RIVA. Mildew Stain Remover removes tough mildew and mold stains from all RV and marine surfaces, including awnings, canvas, carpet, rubber moldings and vinyl.

Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich., Thetford Corporation is the world's leading supplier of sanitation and refrigeration products for the recreational vehicle, marine and heavy-duty truck industries. Thetford is a privately-held company with more than 1,500 employees at eight manufacturing facilities in four countries.

More information is available at www.thetford.com.