November 8, 2001

Rite Track Wins Second Pinnacle Award

Rite Track, a leading manufacturer of track systems for the semiconductor, MEMS, and thin film head industries, today announced the receipt of their second Pinnacle Award. Rite Track also received this prestigious award in November, 1998.

Rite Track again was recognized in the "Fastest Growing Entrepreneur Companies" category. Accepting the award for Rite Track was Mr. Timothy B. Hayden, President and CEO.

Mr. Hayden stated, "At a time when many in our industry are struggling to survive, it makes us very proud that Rite Track is still recognized as a fast growing company. I believe this shows that our commitment to our customers has led us to a position of long term stability. We are truly honored to receive this award a second time."

The Pinnacle award is sponsored by The Business Courier, Deloitte & Touche, and Northwestern Mutual Life. It honors the 50 fastest growing companies in the Cincinnati/Tri-State (Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky) area.