The GR X-Station® L Series will receive its first public debut and demonstration at the electronics manufacturing industry's SEMICON-West tradeshow July 18-20 in San Jose, CA.

Using an advanced manipulator design that allows rapid, accurate sample positioning through wide compound angles, the new GR X-Station 130L and 160L systems set a new industry standard for ultra high-resolution, small component and circuit board inspection.

"GenRad's new systems set the standard for image quality, speed and ease-of-use," said Ron Lindell, vice president of GenRad's Process Solutions business unit. "Our advanced technologies ensure accurate failure analysis that is essential to manufacturing increasingly complex, compact and dense printed circuit assemblies characteristic of today's emerging products. These breakthrough systems will allow our customers to easily inspect their smallest and most detailed assemblies, and to take full advantage of technological advances in developing even more complex PCBs."

To achieve this level of performance, GenRad's new L-Series systems use a high resolution X-Ray source with 3-5 micron focal spots and 2-inch/4-inch image intensifiers. The new systems use an advanced imaging processor and an extensive AIP software library. They also add the Constant Magnification Factor (CMF)™ feature that maintains measurement integrity.

Each of the new inspection systems deliver fast, smooth and repeatable inspections while the AIP image analysis software provides all the necessary tools to immediately identify and analyze process defects.

GenRad's new systems will be introduced to the electronics manufacturing industry and demonstrated at the SEMICON West trade show July 18-20 in San Jose, CA. The L-Series systems are currently in full production and available for delivery to GenRad customers.

About GenRad

GenRad Inc. [NYSE: GEN] a global leader in electronics testing and production solutions serving the worldês leading original equipment [OEM] and electronics manufacturing services [EMS] markets. GenRadês customers manufacture a wide range of advanced technology products ranging from computer, telecommunications and broadband networking devices to wireless products and enterprise hardware. With 37 offices in 22 countries, GenRad is comprised of four business units, each providing integrated hardware, software and service solutions

• Process Solutions develops products that enhance and optimize manufacturing processes. The unit's hardware products focus on in-circuit testing, x-ray imaging and rework solutions. Its software products address global supply chain collaboration and execution including Design-to-Build (D2B) software tools.
• Functional Solutions focuses on functional test platforms for manufacturers of telecommunications, computers and automotive electronics.
• Diagnostic Solutions Diagnostic Solutions focuses on service bay and manufacturing solutions for transportation OEMs and independent service providers.
• Support and Services Support and Services focuses on maintenance programs, on-site and remote support, and training to help customers optimize their hardware and software solutions

Founded in 1915, GenRad employs about 1,300 people with worldwide headquarters in Westford, MA, USA. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange since 1978, GenRadês Web address is www.GenRad.com.