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R&R Bridge Liquidates Inventory Through IronPlanet™

Pleasanton, CA — July 6, 2007 — R&R Bridge & Son Logging, Inc. of Delmar, Delaware sold more than 40 items in a one-owner liquidation over the month of June through IronPlanet (www.ironplanet.com). The auction totaled $789,000 in gross equipment sales.

Several items generated more than 50 bids, including a 2001 John Deere 750C track dozer, which sold for $83,000 after receiving 130 bids. Additionally, a 1995 John Deere 624G wheel loader with a meter reading of 2,800 hours received 116 bids and sold for $58,500.

“At the end of the day I came out way ahead of where I should have and I couldn't be happier,” said Ronald Bridge, owner of R&R Bridge. “I firmly believe there is no better way to reach buyers than on the Internet”

The auction was part of IronPlanet’s regularly scheduled auction held June 28, which drew an audience of more than 7,000 visitors. Representing 26 countries, bidders placed an average of 22 bids per item.

For more information on IronPlanet online auctions, please visit www.ironplanet.com.

IronPlanet is the world’s leading online auction company for used heavy equipment. They facilitate the sale of a broad range of heavy equipment and trucks by providing an easy-to-use interface and detailed, guaranteed inspection reports enabling customers to buy and sell with confidence.