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