updated: 12/27/2011 9:23:23 AM

Manufacturer Lands Military Deal

InsideINdianaBusiness.com Report

South Whitley-based Whitley Manufacturing Co. has secured one of the largest military contracts in its 65 year history. The modular and prefabricated building manufacturer says the deal involves construction of an off-site training center and will create a yet-to-be-determined number of jobs.

December 27, 2011

News Release

SOUTH WHITLEY, IND (December 27, 2011) - Whitley Manufacturing Company, Inc. (Whitley Manufacturing) announced today that the company received one of the largestawards from the United States military in the company's 65 year history.

Whitley Manufacturing offers modular and prefabricated building solutions to clients nationwide and overseas. The company specializes in custom commercial modular construction, ranging from relocatable buildings to multi-story non-combustible permanent facilities.

"Receiving this contract marks a large milestone on our company's road to success" said Simon Dragan, President of Whitley Manufacturing. "We look forward to supporting our local economy and Northeast Indiana through the creation of new jobs".

The project announced today involves fabrication of a 170,000 SF training center, whichwill be constructed off-site with prefabricated components manufactured at the company's flagship South Whitley facility. Construction of the prefabricated components takes place indoors and is protected from the elements. Upon completion, units are transported to the project site, installed, and finished out.

The project is anticipated to create a yet to-be-determined number of new positions. Experienced applicants are encouraged to inquire about potential employmentopportunities at www.whitleyman.com/employment or in person at:

Whitley Manufacturing Co., Inc.

201 West First Street

South Whitley, IN 46787

(260) 723-5131

www.whitleyman.com

About Whitley Manufacturing. Since 1946, Whitley Manufacturing Co., Inc. has been in business offering modular and prefabricated building solutions to clients nationwide and overseas. With three production facilities located across the country, Whitley specializes in custom commercial modular construction, ranging from relocatable buildings to multi-story non-combustible permanent facilities. Our sustainable modular construction system delivers high-quality custom space on an accelerated timeline, while utilizing factory efficiencies to control costs. Learn more at http://www.whitleyman.com

Source: Whitley Manufacturing Co.