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Rethore Named Amcast Director

27 October 1999

Rethore Named Amcast Director

    DAYTON, Ohio--Oct. 27, 1999--Amcast Industrial Corporation announced today that a new director has been appointed to the company's board.
    The new director is Bernard G. Rethore, 58, chairman and chief executive officer of Flowserve Corporation. He fills a vacancy created by the retirement of Ivan W. Gorr.
    Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Flowserve is a major global provider of industrial flow management services. The company produces pumps, valves, and related products and services, primarily for the process industries.
    Rethore has been chairman and chief executive officer of Flowserve since July 1997 and held the additional title of president from November 1998 until July 1999. He was chairman of the board of BW/IP, Inc. in 1997 and served as president, chief executive officer, and director from 1995 to 1997. He was also formerly senior vice president of Phelps Dodge Corporation and president of Phelps Dodge Industries from 1989 to 1995.
    Rethore is also a director of Maytag Corporation and Belden, Inc.
    Amcast Industrial Corporation is a leading manufacturer of technology-intensive metal products. Its two business segments are brand name Flow Control Products marketed through national distribution channels, and Engineered Components for original equipment manufacturers. The company serves the automotive, construction, and industrial sectors of the economy.