Digi-Key Corporation and IRTOUCH Systems Ink Global Distribution AgreementTHIEF RIVER FALLS, Minnesota and , BEIJING, PR China - January 25, 2007 — Digi-Key Corporation and IRTOUCH Systems announced today the signing of a global distribution agreement. One of the world’s fastest growing distributors of electronic components, Digi-Key ships products to more than 140 countries around the world. The leading touch screen manufacturer in China, IRTOUCH Systems provides reliable, durable and cost effective infrared touch solutions to diverse industries. Its product line is suitable for kiosks, ATMs, POS, gaming and industrial control. IRTOUCH Systems infrared touch screens are available directly from Digi-Key and will be featured in both its print and online catalogs. This new distribution agreement will enable Digi-Key to fulfill both the design and production quantity needs of its diverse customer base. “We are very pleased to add this innovative supplier partner to our line card,” said Mark Larson, Digi-Key’s president and COO. “I am certain that IRTOUCH Systems touch screens will be of consequential interest and appeal to Digi-Key customers who design and build interactive displays.” “We are delighted to have this opportunity to work with Digi-Key and leverage its worldwide infrastructure in distribution logistics, especially with its increased emphasis in display products. We also look forward to benefiting from Digi-Key’s special appeal to design engineers worldwide,” said Syling Ye, general manager of IRTOUCH. About Digi-Key CorporationOne of the world’s fastest growing distributors of electronic components, Digi-Key has earned its reputation as an industry leader through its total commitment to service and performance. As a full-service provider of both prototype/design and production quantities of electronic components, Digi-Key has been ranked #1 for Overall Performance for 15 consecutive years from among the nation’s more than 200 distributors (EE Times Distribution Study/ May 2006). Offering more than 850,000 parts from over 330 quality name-brand manufacturers Digi-Key’s commitment to inventory is unparalleled. Access to the company’s broad product offering is available 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week at Digi-Key’s top-rated Web site at www.digikey.com. About IRTOUCH SystemsIRTOUCH Systems Technology Co. Ltd. is the leading touch screen manufacturer in China, providing reliable, durable, and unmatched price vs. performance touch solutions to diverse industries with new generation infrared touch technology. We offer a complete line of products ideal for kiosk, ATM, POS, gaming and industrial applications. The benefits of our fifth-generation touch screens include highest transmittance and reliability, wide operating conditions, maintenance free. We are a market leader in many demanding applications and enjoy a 70% + market share in the banking industry and 80%+ market share in subway ticketing and info kiosks in China. IRTOUCH Systems products are also used by international customers in Korea, Japan, the US and Europe. MEDIA DOWLOADS: Logos, Images SOURCE: Digi-Key Corporation CONTACT: Steven G. Tsukichi, VP/Marketing, Digi-Key Corporation, 800-338-4105 x1001 (voice), steve.tsukichi@digikey.com; Cindy Wang, Business Development-North America, 001-650-585-2195, cindy@irtouchusa.com |
