DUX Area, Inc., a manufacturer of industrial spray equipment, has been selected as a finalist for the Challengers Distinguished Achievement Award® presented by the International Woodworking Fair (IWF). DUX was selected as one of 20 finalists from a field of 126 applications submitted by 93 different companies.

DUX Area, Inc., a manufacturer of industrial spray equipment, has been selected as a finalist for the Challengers Distinguished Achievement Award® presented by the International Woodworking Fair (IWF). DUX was selected as one of 20 finalists from a field of 126 applications submitted by 93 different companies.

The Challengers Award recognizes innovative technology as well as significant contributions to environmental improvement and focuses on companies that have distinguished themselves by developing innovative technology in products, services or techniques. It challenges IWF exhibiting companies to develop revolutionary, creative, forward-thinking technology, materials, services or safety devices that advance the industry.

The competition will conclude in Atlanta with presentations by each finalist to a panel of judges before final deliberation. The winner will be announced at a special awards ceremony coinciding with the opening of the International Woodworking Fair on August 20th.

For more information about DUX Area, visitwww.duxarea.com. More information about IWF can be found atwww.iwfatlanta.com.