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Excellon Automation has appointed Roy D. Cripps Vice President, Sales and Marketing

Torrance, CA - September 16, 2004 - Excellon Automation announces the appointment of Roy D. Cripps as Vice President, Sales and Marketing

Located at the Torrance, CA headquarters, Roy is responsible for World Wide Sales and Marketing as well as Strategic Process Implementation.

Prior to joining Excellon Automation Roy has had over 25 years of Machine tool experience including Director of Sales for Ellison Manufacturing Technologies and V.P. of Sales and Marketing for Machinery Sales LTD.

About Excellon

Excellon is the world's leader in installed PCB Drilling systems with products ranging from single and multiple station mechanical drilling machines to hybrid laser precision via formation systems.