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Advanced MicroSensors, Inc. Achieves ISO 9001:2000 Registration

Advanced MicroSensors, Inc., a leading manufacturer of tape head and MEMS devices has received ISO 9001:2000 certification by National Quality Assurance, USA. For AMS, the receipt of ISO 9001:2000, the most widely recognized international standard for quality management systems, was an important step in the company's continuing commitment to its customers.

"Achieving ISO 9001:2000 certification provides both external and internal benefits to AMS," said Timothy J. Blaser, Vice President of Operations for Advanced MicroSensors. "Our present and developing customer base view our certification as evidence of our commitment to quality systems, and a methodical approach to continuously improve operational execution, and increasing product quality."

"Providing a high level of excellence and consistency from development through volume manufacturing across all our products and processes are key components of achieving customer satisfaction," said Robert N. Donelson, Director of Quality for AMS. "Attainment of ISO 9001:2000 registration provides our customers with independent acknowledgement that AMS operates to a world class quality standard."

Advanced MicroSensors, Inc. received its ISO 9001:2000 registration from National Quality Assurance, USA (NQA, USA), an accredited registrar that performs assessments of management systems against requirements of national and international standards for quality. NQA, USA was chosen because of its broad industrial, manufacturing, and distribution expertise.

"Advanced MicroSensors is now able to proudly display its ISO 9001:2000 certificate. This is tangible evidence of their commitment to superior product quality," said Gordon Malcolm, Business Development Officer of NQA, USA. "From the initial document review to the final assessment audit, AMS was a true pleasure to audit because of their strong belief that ISO 9001:2000 registration would result in a more efficient and productive business."

Advanced MicroSensors' Quality Management System is applicable to the design and manufacture of tape heads, sensors, and MEMS products which have wide acceptance in data storage and micro-component markets.

Formed in April 1999 and located in Shrewsbury, MA, Advanced MicroSensors is a rapidly growing provider of MEMS and thin film tape head components for the information technology markets. The company offers a single-site approach that takes integrated or discrete micro-electro-mechanical systems, micro-optoelectro-mechanical systems, sensors, actuators and data recording products from concept to commercialization. AMS is privately held and operates in 80,000 square feet of space with 50,000 square feet of Class 100 clean room space. For more information, please visit the company's web site at http://www.advancedmicrosensors.com/.

NQA, USA, headquartered in Acton, Massachusetts, was established in 1992. It is a world-renowned ISO 9000, ISO 14001, QS-9000, AS9000, AS 9100, TL 9000, TE Supplement and TickIT Registrar. NQA, USA's single point of contact saves their clients time, while its well trained, efficient staff, located nationwide, provides local attention. NQA's worldwide operations are accredited to perform management systems registrations by ANSI/RAB (American National Standards Institute/Registrar Accreditation Board), UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service), and RvA (Raad voor Accreditatie). NQA, USA has expertise in many diverse industries including aerospace, transportation and distribution, printing, professional services, automotive, foods, electronics, computers, and software.

Additional information on NQA, USA is available at www.nqa-usa.com or contact the Business Development Department at 800-649-5289; fax 978-263-0785; e-mail sales@nqa-usa.com.