FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

ALPHA EXPANDS MDU POWER SUPPLY OFFERING TO LATIN AMERICAN COUNTRIES

Bellingham, Wash., October 9, 2001 - Power system manufacturer Alpha Technologies is now offering its Multi-Dwelling Unit (MDU) step-down power supply to Latin American countries. At the recent ABTA Show in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Alpha displayed the new MDU, making it available to operators in the region.

The MDU has been specifically designed to provide a tightly regulated 60 Volt output from a coaxial input voltage range between 67VAC and 90VAC. This power supply will enable broadband networks to step down the 90VAC power to 60VAC required to power amplifiers. Multiple dwelling complexes in Latin America will benefit from the “safe voltage” provided through Alpha’s new MDU.

The MDU is a strand mount power supply that allows operators to utilize 90V powering, allowed within the public right-of-way, and also comply with NEC limitation of 60V powering within Multi Dwelling Units. The 60 VAC powering requirement allows compliance with existing NEC code and the RF section is designed to provide minimal losses.

Alpha’s new MDU incorporates several technological features including; fully integrated RF passing 90V to 60V power supply, switch-mode technology, input surge protection, automatic bypass (90V), intelligent overload protection and reverse connection protection. The enclosure is water-tight and designed for wall, pole or strand-mount installations. Major benefits of the MDU include compliance with NEC and local code regulation, as well as simple coaxial connection to existing cable 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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