November, 2007 — Montgomery, IL — Benetech, Inc. is serving as one of the sponsors of the PRB 101 web seminar, which is being presented by the PRB Coal Users’ Group on December 4, 2007 at 10:00 am CST.

The web seminar will provide basic information for those who work at plants that currently burn, or are considering switching to, PRB coal. Topics include:

• Unique characteristics of PRB coal
• PRB coal handling
• Fire and safety risks associated with PRB coal
• PRB coal in the boiler
• Checklist for PRB coal conversion
• Information about the PRB Coal Users’ Group

“PRB coal represents a rapidly growing, cost-effective alternative to bituminous coal, however it also presents its own unique challenges,” said Ron Pircon, President and CEO of Benetech, Inc. “Its propensity to spontaneously combust and the higher dust volume it creates are issues that should be addressed at the pre-conversion stage. Documentation and formal training also need to be part of the conversion process.”

Benetech, Inc. is a leading national expert on the safe conversion of bituminous coal yards to PRB coal-burning operations. The company’s complete analysis of coal-conversion processes include: managing different combustion properties; best-practice methods for transferring and stockpiling coal; implementing the right equipment to control dust; and training coal yard operators to run and manage each step of the process. For more information on Benetech solutions, call Customer Service at 1-800-843-2625, or visit our website at www.benetechusa.com.

Registration for the PRB 101 web seminar can be accessed from Benetech’s website: www.benetechusa.com.

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