Medical-Grade Printer produces durable graphics.

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Compatible with any digital source, DigiPrint(TM) is designed with printing mechanics and digital technology chosen for making precise, durable graphical designs on various surgical cases and trays. It produces non-toxic, biocompatible graphics below aluminum metal surface, making them impervious to scratching, peeling, and fading as well as repeated medical steam sterilization and cleaning. Printing technology meets medical standards.



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Symmetry Medical Unveils DigiPrint(TM) Printing Technology



WARSAW, Ind., April 30 -- Symmetry Medical Inc. (NYSE:SMA), a leading independent provider of products to the global orthopedic device industry and other medical markets, announced today the launch of DigiPrint(TM), the Company's new, proprietary printing technology for surgical case graphics.

DigiPrint is a state-of-the-art system that utilizes breakthroughs in printing mechanics and digital technology for precise, extremely durable graphical design on a wide array of surgical cases and trays. DigiPrint's non- toxic, biocompatible graphics print below the aluminum metal surface, making them impervious to scratching, peeling and fading. The graphics withstand repeated medical steam sterilization and cleaning for optimal appearance. The permanent process also eliminates the need to replace silk screens when graphics are updated and is compatible with any digital source, from simple, one-color drawings to complex photography.

"After a year-long testing process, we are excited to unveil DigiPrint, one of the most technically-advanced printing processes in the industry. Not only does DigiPrint meet the highest medical standards, but it provides our customers with a cost-effective system for rapid turnaround and a high degree of customization," remarked Brian Moore, President and Chief Executive Officer of Symmetry Medical. "Key to our Total Solutions(R) offering is the ability to precisely match the design specifications of our customers. Incorporating graphics, such as company logos and brand images, into the finished product is an important component to the manufacturing process. DigiPrint enables us to uniquely satisfy this need."

About Symmetry Medical Inc.

Symmetry Medical Inc. is a leading independent provider of implants and related instruments and cases to the orthopedic device industry. The Company also designs, develops and produces these products for companies in other segments of the medical device market, including arthroscopy, dental, laparoscopy, osteobiologic and endoscopy sectors and provides limited specialized products and services to non-healthcare markets, such as the aerospace market.

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