FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Bellingham, Wash., April 5, 2006 - Power system provider Alpha Technologies is pleased to announce the launch of the Novus FXM 1100 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
The Novus FXM 1100 UPS offers power stability, reliability and certainty during unpredictable environmental states and varied power conditions. Alpha is committed to solving traffic congestion by creating efficient backup power options for the transportation industry to reduce financial losses and increase public safety.

“This UPS meets the highest standards and stringent requirements of North American public agencies. Alpha's extensive experience enabled us to create a quality product that accommodates the power needs of our customers,” commented Frank Albano, Vice President Commercial Power for Alpha Technologies.

The Novus FXM 1100 UPS eliminates operational uncertainty and reduces downtime created by power failures and fluctuations. Overall, the Novus FXM 1100 UPS provides power protection, convenience, and manageability with exceptional features like remote monitor and control communication options, generator compatibility, Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) and power conditioning.

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.