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CTS CORPORATION  Elkhart, Indiana 46514  •  (574) 523-3800   

 

 

 

May 13, 2008

FOR RELEASE:  Immediately

CTS Electronics Manufacturing Solutions Awarded
Production Program by Ambient for Communications Market


Elkhart, IN…CTS Corporation (NYSE: CTS) a leading supplier of electronics manufacturing services, has been awarded a manufacturing contract for assemblies to support utility communications applications.

CTS EMS will provide assemblies to Ambient Corporation (OTCBB:  ABTG) in the production of the latest model of its newest communications node, the X-2000. This hybrid platform supports multiple communications technologies such as cellular, fiber and power line carrier along with previously supported technologies such as Broadband over Power Lines and Wi-Fi. The platform helps utilities meet growing energy demand with their existing legacy systems by increasing the efficiency and functionality of the electrical distribution grid.

This program will begin late second quarter 2008. This new business reflects CTS’ continuing successful relationship with Ambient, which began in late 2006, when CTS entered into an agreement with Ambient as a global supply-chain partner.

 

About CTS EMS

CTS EMS is a provider of electronics manufacturing products and services to a range of markets including communications, medical, defense and aerospace and industrial equipment. With headquarters in Moorpark, California, CTS EMS operates eight manufacturing facilities worldwide in Europe, North America and Asia.
 

About CTS
CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of electronic components and sensors and a provider of electronics manufacturing services (EMS) to OEMs in the automotive, computer, communications, medical, defense and aerospace and industrial markets. CTS manufactures products in North America, Europe and Asia. CTS' stock is traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol "CTS.”  
 

About Ambient Corporation
Ambient designs, develops and markets Ambient Smart Grid™ communications technologies and equipment.  Utilizing proprietary, open standards-based technologies along with in-depth industry experience, Ambient provides utilities with solutions for creating smart grid communication platforms and technologies.  Headquartered in Newton, MA, Ambient is a publicly traded company (OTCBB:  ABTG).  More information on Ambient is available at www.ambientcorp.com.

 

Contact:     

Donna L. Belusar, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Mitchell J. Walorski, Director of Investor Relations

  CTS Corporation, 905 West Boulevard North, Elkhart, IN 46514
  Telephone: (574) 523-3800,   Fax: (574) 293-6146
  www.ctscorp.com