Heidelberg Instruments GmbH, Manufacturer of Maskless Lithography Systems, Announces Record Order Intake for 2006

Heidelberg Instruments, manufacturer of maskless lithography systems, announced record order intake in 2006. System order intake increased by over 70 percent compare to the 2005 fiscal year and roughly 25 percent over the previous record set during 2000 fiscal year

Heidelberg, Germany (PRWEB) January 12, 2007 -- Heidelberg Instruments (www.himt.de), manufacturer of maskless lithography systems, announced record order intake in 2006.

System order intake increased by over 70 percent compare to the 2005 fiscal year and roughly 25percent over the previous record set during 2000 fiscal year.

Geographically, various markets, particularly Europe and North America, had significant growth. There was excellent expansion in the research and development market, and a healthy increase in the production related segment.

"Outstanding performance by development, marketing and production, as well as the strong commitment of our sales partners in the individual countries, made this good result possible. We look forward to even a better 2007." Stated Michael Fangerau, Chief Executive Officer of Heidelberg Instruments, GmbH

About Heidelberg Instruments, GmbH: With an installation base in over 30 countries, Heidelberg Instruments is a world leader in production of high precision maskless lithography systems. These systems are used for direct writing and photomask production by some of the most prestigious universities and industry leaders in the areas of Microelectronic Packaging, MEMS, BioMEMS, Nano Technology, ASICS, TFT, Plasma Displays, Micro Optics, and many other related applications.

Heidelberg Instruments, GmbH
Alexander Forozan
VP, Sales and Marketing
www.himt.de

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