Asymtek Appoints Chris Brown Regional Sales Manager, UK and Ireland


Increases Local Customer Service and Support

Carlsbad, CA - May 13, 2008 - Asymtek, a Nordson company (Nasdaq: NDSN) and leader in dispensing, coating, and jetting technologies, announces the promotion of Chris Brown to regional sales manager, United Kingdom and Ireland. In his new role, Brown will identify new business opportunities, help customers achieve their dispensing goals and oversee the region's sales distribution network. Brown represents both Asymtek and sister company EFD's products, offering a full range of dispensing systems to customers throughout the UK and Ireland.

Brown has been with Nordson for seven years as EFD's European business development manager for automated equipment. Prior to joining EFD, he worked for a Japanese distributor, selling robotics into the UK and Ireland. Brown has extensive experience in the medical and fuel cell industries in the UK. "We are fortunate to have Chris representing Asymtek and EFD. His in-depth knowledge of the electronics market and dispensing technology and his understanding and experience in the territory are invaluable," explained Michel van de Vijver, general manager, Asymtek Europe.

Brown received his HNC in mechanical and electrical engineering at Loughborough University in Leicestershire, UK. He will report to van de Vijver.

About Asymtek

Asymtek®, a world leader in automated fluid dispensing, conformal coating, and jetting technologies, designs and manufactures a full line of dispensing and coating systems, supported by a global applications and service network. Recognized for its innovative equipment and excellent service, Asymtek continues to offer advanced applications for a range of industries. These include semiconductor packaging, printed circuit board assembly, LEDs, flat panel display assembly, automotive, medical/biotech product assembly, and other precision assembly processes. Founded in 1983 and acquired in 1996 as a subsidiary of Nordson Corporation Asymtek is an ISO 9001:2000 certified company. Asymtek has received numerous awards including Intel's prestigious Supplier Continuous Quality Improvement award for five years in a row: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007. For more information, visit www.asymtek.com.

About EFD

EFD, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nordson Corporation. Since 1963 EFD has designed and manufactured precision dispensing devices for applying controlled amounts of the adhesives, sealants, lubricants and other assembly fluids used in almost every manufacturing process. EFD's products are available through their worldwide network operating in over 30 countries. For more information, contact 800-556-3484, +1-401-434-1680 or visit www.efd-inc.com.

About Nordson

Nordson Corporation is one of the world's leading producers of precision dispensing equipment that applies adhesives, sealants, and coatings to a broad range of consumer and industrial products during manufacturing operations. The company also manufactures equipment used in the testing and inspection of electronic components as well as technology-based systems for curing and surface treatment processes. Headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, Nordson has more than 4,100 employees worldwide, and direct operations and sales support offices in 30 countries. For more information, visit www.nordson.com.

For more information contact:
Asymtek Headquarters:
Roberta Foster-Smith
Asymtek, A Nordson Company
Tel:+1-760-431-1919
Email: rfsmith@asymtek.com

Agency Contact:
Andrea Roberts
A R Marketing, Inc.
Tel:+1-858-451-8666
Email: andrea@armarketinginc.com

International Offices:
U.S.A.: 2762 Loker Ave. West, Carlsbad CA 92010 (760) 431-1919
Europe: +31 (0) 43-352-4466
S.E. Asia: +65 6796 9500
Japan: +81 (0) 3-5762-2801
Taiwan: +886-2-2902-1860
Korea: +82-31-765-8337
China: +86-21-5854-2345

www.asymtek.com
www.asymtek.com.cn
www.asymtek.com/jp
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