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IN2TEC Provides Next Generation Gas Pump Interface (2003-02-18) IN2TEC UTILIZES DURASWITCH TECHNOLOGY TO PROVIDE GAS PUMP SOLUTION PHOENIX, Ariz. (Feb. 18, 2003) – Duraswitch (NASDAQ: DSWT) announced today that its licensee, IN2TEC, has secured a production order with one of the United Kingdom’s largest manufacturers of industrial and fleet gas pumps. IN2TEC will utilize Duraswitch’s PushGate® pushbutton technology to manufacture 16-key panels used in fuel management and dispensing systems. Commenting on the new project, Neil Armstrong, Managing Director IN2TEC, Ltd. said, “The customer had previously used discrete mechanical switches, which were expensive to build into the panels and potentially problematic in the outdoor, all-weather environment. Duraswitch’s PushGate technology can be sealed within the panel, still delivering a distinct tactile click and is extremely robust, representing a significant cost reduction and an increase in reliability at the same time. In addition, the new panel design will be easy to clean whereas the old panel tended to gather dirt and grime that was not easily removed.” IN2TEC's win represents the fifth manufacturer in the fuel management industry to adopt Duraswitch technology. Duraswitch first announced its entry into the gas-pump industry in April 2001, when its technology was selected for gas-grade selector keys, soft keys, and point-of-sale keypads. “We are pleased to see continued traction in this industry,” said Tim Kuhn, vice president business development of Duraswitch. “It is a credit to our licensees, who continue to expand their customer base by introducing the benefits that Duraswitch technology offers.” About IN2TEC IN2TEC Ltd and IN2TEC Inc. are focused on providing interface solutions to their customers including base technologies of membrane switches, rubber keymats, flex circuits and complete front panel assemblies. IN2TEC has manufacturing resources in the United Kingdom, Taiwan and China. Formed by a management buyout of C&K Switches in 2001, IN2TEC has almost 20 years of experience in manufacturing membrane switches and front panels for customers in Europe and North America. In addition to the custom interface technologies, IN2TEC also manufactures and sells several lines of standard keypad products and the UNIMAX Safety Switches. More info visit www.IN2TEC.com or call 781-293-9689 (US) or +44-(0) 1536-419-200 (UK). About Duraswitch Duraswitch is an innovator in the design and development of electronic switch technologies. Licensing its intellectual property to established switch manufacturers and OEMs, Duraswitch brings together its expertise in switch design with their marketing and manufacturing capabilities to commercialize the technology for a wide range of commercial and industrial controls. Duraswitch technology provides solutions to challenges faced with traditional switch technologies such as the ability to integrate multiple switch types in flat-panel and slim-profile designs, high durability and reliability, sealability against harsh environments, multiple customization options and ergonomic, user friendly interface. Applications using Duraswitch technologies today include medical devices, consumer electronics, security systems, point-of-sale, and industrial controls. Visit www.duraswitch.com or call 480.586.3300 for more information. |
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