POMONA, Calif., January 4, 1999 - The Test Services Division of Everett Charles Technologies announces the introduction of Proworks", a work flow solution for managing the test process. Proworks" offers ECT customers the ability to level fluctuations in their production test cycle by utilizing ECTs staff and expertise in this critical area. As a result, customers can maximize the efficiency of their human and capital resources while simultaneously reducing exposure to production fluctuations. Proworks" creates a partnership between the customer and ECT, providing the customer with access to ECTs test service and fixturing expertise, staffing, multiple locations, quick turn times, research and development and reputation for technical excellence.

Everett Charles Technologies is a leading manufacturer of electrical test products and services, including semiconductor test products, bare-board automatic test systems, POGOŽ test contacts, and bare and loaded PCB test fixtures. ECT manufacturing, service, and support facilities are ISO registered with locations throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. The company has been awarded numerous patents and participates actively in developing industry standards. Corporate offices for Everett Charles Technologies are located at 700 E. Harrison Ave., Pomona, California, USA , 91767. Additional information about ECT is available via the Internet at ectinfo.com

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