Touch International Signs On Experienced Rep Firm, Synergistic Sales, to Service Midwest OEM Touch Screen Customers

AUSTIN, Texas (September 10, 2002) - Touch International today announced a new partnership with Synergistic Sales, a former representative of 3M Touch Systems. The new addition will solidify Touch International's presence in the Midwest - Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, South Dakota, and North Dakota.

"We've already succeeded with several key design wins," stated Greg Fagioli, vice president of operations, Touch International, Inc, " and with a recognized firm like Synergistic on board, we plan to rifle market share away from competitors by meeting customer demands for drop-in products as well as custom designs for emerging applications."

Synergistic Sales has a combined fifty years experience servicing customer needs for flat panel displays, touch screens, and related peripherals. With a proven reputation in the display industry and solid OEM relationships, Synergistic offers core competency to touch consumers in the medical, industrial control, and consumer goods markets.

"We are excited about our new relationship with Touch International," stated Tom Mahon, vice president of sales, Synergistic Sales, Inc. "TI is a world-class supplier that not only brings competitive products to the table, but adds value with their expertise, responsiveness, and thorough understanding of customers needs.

About Touch International

Founded by industry veterans, Touch International, Inc. is a privately held, worldwide supplier of high-quality touch screen components. Through its expanded manufacturing facilities, Touch International is able to offer a wide variety and rapid delivery of lower-priced, high-reliability products, based on customer needs and specifications. Touch International is headquartered in Austin, with five factories strategically placed around the globe, and additional sales and support offices on four continents.

For Information, Contact:
Anne Ahola-Ward, Touch International
Phone: 512.832.8292x310
Email: aahola-ward@touchintl.com
Touch International