FORT LAUDERDALE --PRNewswire-FirstCall -- Metals USA Holdings Corp. (NYSE: MUSA) announced today the acquisition of J. Rubin & Co. ("J. Rubin"). A well-established metal service center with locations in Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota, J. Rubin's broad product range consists of carbon steel bars, carbon plate and laser-cut flat-rolled products. J. Rubin's product mix and value-added services are provided to a diverse range of end-markets.

Lourenco Goncalves, Chairman, President and C.E.O. of Metals USA, stated: "We are very pleased to welcome the J. Rubin team to the Metals USA family. J. Rubin represents every element that we look for in an acquisition: great management, profitability, and a broad product mix." Mr. Goncalves added: "This transaction fits squarely within the growth strategy that we articulated during our IPO process and we are continuing to evaluate additional strategic acquisition opportunities."

ABOUT METALS USA

Metals USA is one of the largest metal service center businesses in North America and a leading provider of value-added metal processing and inventory management services. Our 34 service center facilities are strategically located in close proximity to their suppliers and customers in key geographic end-markets. Metals USA's portfolio of metal products and value-added services are sold to diverse customer base across a range of end use markets. We believe our local, hands-on service, supported by the strength of our service center network, enables us to dependably meet the unique demands of our diverse group of customers. The principal markets for our products include metal fabrication, industrial machinery and equipment, electrical and appliance manufacturing, land and marine transportation, construction, energy, aerospace and defense. For more information, visit the Company's website at www.metalsusa.com.

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