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ALPHA TO PRESENT AT BROADBAND 2000 SHOW IN PARIS

Bellingham, Wash., October 13, 2000 - Representative’ from leading communication power system provider Alpha Technologies will present at this year’s Broadband 2000show in Paris.

Broadband 2000 is a European exhibition and conference focusing on broadband technologies for cable TV and telecommunication applications. The show takes place in Paris October 30 to November 1, 2000.

Alpha’s participation in presenting at this year’s conference on the need for reliable uninterrupted power for communication networks draws on the company’s 25-year commitment to developing new and effective communication powering technologies.

Alpha offers a full line of both AC and DC communication power solutions. Alpha representatives will be available at the Broadband 2000 product display area – stand H44.

Alpha Technologies Inc. develops power conversion, protection and standby products for telecommunications and cable television industries, including custom, application-specific power solutions. In addition to product development, Alpha Technologies provides a comprehensive range of installation and maintenance services to support its global customer base. Alpha Technologies is a member of The Alpha Group of companies.

The Alpha Group represents a global alliance of independent companies that share a common philosophy - create world-class powering solutions for communication, commercial, industrial and renewable energy markets.

For this and/or additional information in electronic form, go to www.alpha.com.