FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Bellingham, Wash., August 17, 2005 - Power system provider Alpha Technologies, will be exhibiting at this year’s FTTH Conference and Expo in Las Vegas, NV October 3-6, 2005.

“Over the last three years we have seen this show grow significantly and are excited to see what this years’ event will deliver,” commented Paul Humphreys, Alpha Technologies VP Marketing and Product Management. Also stating, “as the fiber industry develops we are designing new power products for FTTx applications, and we will be have them on display at the show.”

Alpha provides products for emerging FTTx applications including; headend or central office, premise, neighborhood or network. Products include complete line of AC & DC UPS systems, batteries and accessories for indoor or outdoor applications. At this year’s show Alpha will be highlighting the FlexPoint OPS/BBPS UPS system, Radium MiniBay enclosure and DC power plants.

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.

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