Tiger Optics Expands Worldwide Distribution Network With Three New Distributors


Leading Gas Analyzer and Air Monitor Manufacturer Strengthens Global Reach with New Distributors in Singapore, Taiwan and the United States

Warrington, PA, July 23, 2008 - Tiger Optics, LLC, a manufacturer of laser-based trace gas analyzers, today announced that it has expanded its global presence by establishing partnerships with new distributors in Asia and the United States. Tiger Optics' new distributors include APP Systems Pte, Ltd in Singapore; Atlas Technology Corp., in Taiwan, and Horton Instrument Company in the United States.

"Our newest distributors have great experience in industries, such as from ambient molecular contamination in cleanrooms to industrial process controls," said Lisa Bergson, CEO of Tiger Optics. "Our partnerships with Horton Instrument, APP Systems, and Atlas Technology gives local support for their gas analysis and cleanroom monitoring needs.

"Speed, accuracy, sensitivity- all at a very low cost-of-ownership- are proven benefits of Tiger's technology, "said APP's Korene Sum. We are excited to work with Tiger Optics as their family of gas analyzers and cleanroom air monitors will help us provide leading solutions for our semi, lab and gas markets"

As requirements for greater process control continue to grow, industry demands faster, more accurate and reliable solutions for gas analysis and indoor air monitoring. Tiger Optics' new partnerships will expand its presence in these fast-growing markets and offer leading solutions to customers who depend on real-time molecular measurements to compete.

About Tiger Optics, LLC:

Tiger Optics, LLC leads the way in 21st Century Spectroscopy by bringing to market the world's first commercial gas analyzers based on patented Continuous Wave Cavity Ring-Down Spectroscopy (CW CRDS) technology. Tiger Optics' cutting-edge gas analyzers have been proven by many institutions around the world to offer unparalleled and absolute accuracy, real-time response, high sensitivity and low cost of ownership. It serves the most demanding applications for an array of analytes, including moisture, oxygen, methane, acetylene, hydrogen cyanide, formaldehyde, and ammonia. As a result, the company's analyzers have been designated transfer standards by eight of the world's leading National Laboratories. With over 500 points in operation, Tiger Optics analyzers are now improving process yields for over 100 companies worldwide in a host of industries, including: semiconductor, laboratory, process control, automotive, alternative energy, and industrial and specialty gas. Headquartered in Warrington, PA, Tiger Optics is represented in the United States and internationally by a select group of sales and service organizations highly experienced in gas analysis and well versed in the advantages of CW CRDS technology. For additional information, visit www.tigeroptics.com

About Horton Instrument Company:

Horton Instrument Company has contributed to the process, power, paper and pipeline industries for 30 years with offices in Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, Georgia and Tennessee. The company sells a variety of measurement, control instrumentation, calibration equipment for industrial processes, as well as temperature measurement and calibration equipment services. Horton Instrument Company is located at 2996 Grandview Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30305. Representative: Don Barnes. Phone: 877-374-7930. Email: dbarnes@hortoninstrument.com.

About APP Systems Services, Pte Ltd:

APP Systems Services Pte Ltd, has been providing high technology products and critical services for semiconductor, plasma, thin films, vacuum technology, biotechnology and related fields for 26 years. APP Systems Services Pte Ltd is located at 11 Toh Guan Road East, #03-01, APP Enterprise Building, Singapore 608603 Phone: +65 6425 6611. Fax: +65 6560 6616. Email: sales@appsystems.com.sg. Web site: http://www.appsystems.com.sg/index.php

About Atlas Technology Corp:

Founded in Taiwan in 1981, Atlas Technology Corp., is a well known system integrator for gas and liquid applications in Taiwan. It provides high quality and reliable total solutions for gas and liquid analysis, monitoring and control in a myriad of industries which include semiconductor and power generation. Atlas Technology Corp. is located at 22F, No.1, Bausheng Rd., Yunghe City, Taipei, Taiwan 234, R.O.C. Phone: 886-2-2232-0556. Fax: 886-2-2231-6657. Email: atlas@atlasgroup.com.tw. Web site: http://atlasgroup.com.tw/index.php?lang=2

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