Albany, OR February 14, 2006 – MEI, LLC has received the Supplier Excellence Award in the Special Achievements category from Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), a global semiconductor manufacturer headquartered in Norwood, Mass. Oregon based MEI is one of only 14 suppliers worldwide to be recognized by ADI for excellent service provided in 2005.

“It’s a privilege to be honored by ADI for the third year in a row,” said Dan Cappello, CEO of MEI. “It’s extremely satisfying that our small company is recognized on such a global level.”

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.

About ADI

The ADI Supplier Awards are based on an exacting supplier rating program and recognize those suppliers who distinguish themselves through consistent, outstanding performance and continuous improvement; strategic contribution to ADI’s technology and market leadership; anticipation and delivery of cost reduction initiatives; and exemplary commitment to manufacturing excellence.

This year’s awards will be presented on February 14 in Hong Kong. For more information on ADI, visit www.analog.com.