(Jonesboro, AR) March 22, 2010 — Hytrol Conveyor Co., Inc. has commissioned an independent survey through a leading industry publication to identify the most important purchasing criteria in these difficult and changing times. The results of which are shown below.
The percentages represent the "degree of importance" held by the survey respondents for each of the purchasing criteria.
| 1 | Reliability | 93% very | 7% somewhat |
| 2 | Quality | 92% very | 8% somewhat |
| 3 | Safety | 79% very | 20% somewhat |
| 4 | Maintenance | 75% very | 24% somewhat |
| 5 | Service | 71% very | 28% somewhat |
| 6 | Price | 62% very | 38% somewhat |
| 7 | Throughput | 58% very | 39% somewhat |
| 8 | Technology | 58% very | 39% somewhat |
| 9 | Noise | 56% very | 43% somewhat |
| 10 | Speed | 40% very | 57% somewhat |
| 11 | Green | 20% very | 55% somewhat |
As a leader in the conveyor industry, Hytrol knows it is of utmost importance to understand what the customer is looking for when purchasing conveyors and conveying systems.
About Hytrol Conveyor Company:
Hytrol is a major manufacturer of conveyors, conveying systems, and conveyor accessories. Since its beginnings in 1947, Hytrol has grown into one of the largest manufacturers of conveyors and conveying hardware in the world. Hytrol has over 725 employees and currently serves approximately 63 integration partners in the United States and 22 international partners, representing 13 countries making Hytrol truly one of the world leaders in the conveyor industry.
Contact:
Phillip Poston, Manager of Marketing
Hytrol Conveyor Company
870-972-8989
http://www.hytrol.com