Metaldyne Appoints Vice President and Treasurer

    PLYMOUTH, Mich., Aug. 13 Metaldyne Corporation announced
today that Karen Radtke has joined the company as vice president and
treasurer.
    In this role, Radtke will be responsible for Metaldyne's global cash
management, pension asset and risk management, and coordination of the
company's capital market activities.
    "We are delighted that Karen has joined the Metaldyne financial team,"
said Bill Lowe, Metaldyne executive vice president and chief financial
officer.  "She has an exemplary financial management history with solid
expertise in executing effective financial strategies that will be a valuable
asset as we continue to pursue our growth opportunities."
    Radtke brings over 20 years of experience in financial administration to
Metaldyne.  Prior to joining Metaldyne, she served as treasurer and corporate
secretary of ASCET Inc., a Bingham Farms, Mich., based manufacturer of
automotive, truck and aftermarket components.  In this position, she was
responsible for banking relationships, including cash management and credit
agreements; pension investments; administration of employee benefit plans and
shareholder communications.
    Radtke holds a bachelor of arts degree in accounting and a master of
science degree in taxation, both from Walsh College in Troy, Mich.  She is
also a certified public accountant.
    Radtke will be located at Metaldyne's corporate headquarters in Plymouth,
Mich.

    About Metaldyne Corporation
    Metaldyne Corporation is a leading global designer and supplier of
engineered metal formed components, assemblies and modules for transportation-
related powertrain and chassis applications, including engine,
transmission/transfer case, wheel-end and suspension, axle and driveline, and
noise and vibration control products.  Headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan
with annual revenues in excess of $2.4 billion, the company employs more than
12,500 employees at more than 79 facilities in 12 countries.
    For more information, please visit http://www.metaldyne.com

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