Alex C. Rankin

North American Technologies Group, Inc. engages in manufacturing and marketing of engineered composite railroad crossties also called ties through its 100% owned subsidiary TieTek LLC. The Company's TieTek® composite railroad tie is a direct substitute for a wood tie but with a longer expected life and several environmental advantages. The Company began commercial manufacturing and shipping of ties during the third quarter of 2000. It is a leading manufacturer of composite railroad ties and hold several U.S. patents. The company believe ties are superior in many applications to wood ties and present a better value over its life cycle.