Albany, OR. December 15, 2005 – MEI LLC has IDX software installed onto all Akrion semi auto (V3 Models) as a control package. These systems are operational at sites throughout the world. The IDX Robotics software platform is used by multiple OEM’s as the platform for their product lines. This puts IDX as one of if not the most widely used control package in batch immersion processes all over the world.

About MEI LLC

MEI is a diversified manufacturing and service company serving the semiconductor and high technology industries. The company’s specialties include wet process systems and services; robotics automation software; process tool rigging and crating services; clean room safety, ergonomic and support equipment; as well as a variety of manufacturing services, including machine, metal and plastic fabrication and powder coating. MEI was founded in 1990 and currently employs more than 100 people. For more information about MEI, visit www.meillc.com.