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Newark Joins 3M Touch Systems Distributor Network

Wednesday 03. September 2008 - 3M Touch Systems, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the 3M Company and a leading innovator and manufacturer of touch technology, announces today that Newark, a part of the global Premier Farnell Group, is now an authorized North American distributor for 3M MicroTouch touch sensor and touch electronics products. Newark is a long-time 3M Electrical Business distributor and known for offering a broad selection of electronic components and test equipment for design engineers and technicians.

Popular screen sizes of 3M MicroTouch ClearTek II and ToughTouch II surface capacitive touch sensors, and the wide array of EX II capacitive and SC Series resistive touch electronics are now available for same-day shipping.

“Our electronics design customers are showing increased interest in adding touchscreen interactivity to their products,” said Paul Buckley, Senior VP Product & Supplier Management, Newark.

“By adding 3M ClearTek II touch system products to our website, we will now be able to offer our customers one of the best known and most reliable touch products in the world.”

“Newark is well known in the industry as a leading multi-channel electronics distributor,” said Chris Tsourides, business unit manager, 3M Touch Systems. “We are confident that adding

3M MicroTouch products to Newark’s line card will allow both our businesses to grow while supporting end users with quality products and reliable service.”