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The Sum of All PartsEthanex Energy has formed strategic relationships with some of the industry leaders in construction, machinery, risk management, raw material procurement and transportation. These partnerships provide a foundation on which Ethanex can be greater than the sum of all parts.Buhler, Inc. Joint Marketing Agreement to market a bio-refinery ethanol production system Rene Steiner, President of Buhler, Inc. comments, "We are extremely excited to collaborate with Ethanex to develop and deliver what we anticipate will be the next technological evolution in the ethanol industry. Fractionation has a unique value proposition in that it benefits both sides of the profit equation; it lowers unit production costs and increases revenue for ethanol producers. In parallel, it fits well with our strategy of utilizing fractionated co-products to develop value added solutions for the feed and food industry, which will help alleviate the food versus fuel concerns. The potential benefits of the combined capabilities and know-how of Buhler and Ethanex are truly compelling and we are very excited about our continued collaboration." Austin AECom EPC Contractor Delta-T Corporation Ethanol Process Technology Provider "I am excited about Delta-T's association with Ethanex Energy," stated CEO and Delta-T founder Bibb Swain. "Al Knapp has been an important leader within the ethanol industry and the pursuit of a low cost model through the application of next generation technologies will ensure Ethanex's success." FC Stone Commodity risk management "FC Stone is pleased to have been chosen to support and enhance Ethanex's competitive advantages," said Peter J. Nessler, Jr., Vice President, Renewable Fuels Group, FC Stone, LLC. "I have great respect for what Al Knapp accomplished at TIC and look forward to helping him continue to be a leader in the ethanol space." Eco-Energy Ethanol Marketer "Eco-Energy seeks to align itself with companies that bring competitive advantages to the ethanol industry through location, cost or technology to ensure long-term viability and success of the relationship," said Andy Sallee, COO of Eco-Energy, Inc. "Eco-Energy is pleased to have entered a long-term ethanol marketing agreement with Ethanex Energy, Inc. We believe Ethanex's model will allow them to remain a very competitive, long-term supplier as the ethanol industry continues to grow. Further, these facilities will help Eco-Energy enhance its ability to ship from multiple locations." Consolidated Grain and Barge Grain origination Kevin Adams, President and CEO of CGB Enterprises said, "CGB is excited to begin this relationship with Ethanex. The corn processing efficiency of Ethanex's fractionation technology is an important step forward for the ethanol industry. Our organization brings a long history of commodity merchandising, logistical and transportation expertise to the Ethanex projects. We have been a part of the local grain and transportation industry for many years, and our strategically located assets will help secure a reliable source of grain for Ethanex plants." |
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