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I'm interested in ____________________________________________________ Telephone________________________________ Convenient time________________________ Fax Number _____________________________ E-mail: ________________________________ Name __________________________________________________________________________ Name of Business/Organization_____________________________________________________ Address_________________________________________________________________________ City ________________________________ State ______________ Zip _____________________ Royal Aluminum's patented BeFree Fence System provides effective barrier against bees, other insects CHESTERFIELD, Mich. — Royal® Aluminum & Steel, Inc. announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued patent number 7857292 recognizing and protecting the invention of Royal's fence system with insect barrier. Sold commercially as the BeFree® Fence System, the patented design eliminates significant gaps between the rail and posts, creating an effective barrier against insects. "This is an important day for Royal Aluminum," said Rosario Esposito, CEO and owner of Royal Aluminum and Steel, Inc. "We are always looking for opportunities to distinguish our products. This patent validates our commitment to innovation on behalf of our contractors and consumers," said Esposito. "The snug fit of the patented BeFree fence system obstructs access into the fence post, depriving bees and insects of their favorite nesting spot," said Lisa Esposito, vice-president of Royal Aluminum & Steel, Inc. With more than 25 years of industry experience, Royal Aluminum & Steel Inc. has remained a leader in the aluminum fence manufacturing industry. Based in Chesterfield Township, Mich., Royal manufactures aluminumbased fencing products. Royal Aluminum encourages small business growth throughout the United States by working with local contractors to distribute and sell its products. For further information on Royal Aluminum and its products, visit www.royalaluminum.com. Royal Aluminum's patented "BeFree" design eliminates significant gaps between the rail and post, creating an effective barrier against insects. (Royal Aluminum & Steel graphics) The BeFree system is incorporated into Royal aluminum fence designs including the BR-30 style, top photo, and R-20, above.