Standard Electric Expands its Presence in Massachusetts

Rockland, MA (January 14, 2004) - Standard Electric, New England's premier independent electrical distributor, has expanded into South Eastern MA by opening its newest location in Rockland.

Standard Electric is headquartered in Wilmington, MA and is among the top 40 electrical distributors in the nation. The company is a leader in servicing lighting, power distribution, telecommunications and electrical supply requirements in the construction, commercial, industrial and national retail markets.

The new Rockland branch offers a full-service counter sales operation as well as a stocking warehouse facility to effectively serve this market. This location further strengthens Standard Electric's New England presence and is their first location in the South Shore region of Massachusetts.

"We are extremely excited about our physical expansion into the South Shore" said Rick Regan Vice President of Operations for Standard Electric. "This is a market we have served for many years and we believe this location will enhance our effectiveness while expanding our presence."

Founded in 1952, Standard Electric has continued to diversify and expand and now operates 14 locations throughout the New England market.

For more company information about Standard Electric, call Kurt Schaefer (Dir. of Marketing) at (978) 988-3115 or visit their website at www.standardelectric.com.

Directions to the Rockland, MA Branch

From Route 3 North:

1. Follow Route 3 South toward Cape Cod
2. Take Exit 14 and stay right on Ramp
3. Bear right ( west ) onto Hingham St SR-228 and travel west for 0.5 miles
4. Turn right onto Reservoir Park Drive
5. Arrive at 40 Reservoir Drive 0.1 miles

From Route 3 South:

1. Follow Route 3 North toward Braintree
2. Take Exit 14 and stay left on ramp and turn left onto SR-228
3. SR-228 becomes Hingham Street travel west for 0.9 miles
4. Turn right onto Reservoir Park Drive
5. Arrive at 40 Reservoir Drive 0.1 miles