FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

ALPHA DISPLAYS NEW LOCAL POWER SOLUTIONS AT BCE SHOW

Bellingham, Wash., September 28, 2001 - Power supply manufacturer Alpha Technologies will display new local power solutions at the upcoming BCE Show in London. Among these power products will be the AlphaPoint uninterruptible power supply. The AlphaPoint is designed to provide local (at the home) power for the Network Interface Unit (NIU) or Multimedia Terminal Adapter (MTA).

AlphaPoint is becoming a popular solution for operators in Europe because it can be deployed rapidly, provides backup power at the individual subscriber level and more directly attaches capital expenditure to new customer gains.

These power supplies provide critical backup power to cable telephony, wireless local loop (WLL) and fiber to the home (FTTH) applications, and serve as simple, cost effective, local power supplies for Customer Premise Equipment (CPE). Each AlphaPoint provides 15 watts of 48 volts DC power with an internal battery capable of delivering more than eight hours of backup in the event of a mains failure.

There are several technological advantages that make the AlphaPoint unique. Telemetry provides up-to-the-minute battery condition and alerts network administrators via the status monitoring system when a power outage has occurred or when battery replacement is required.

An advanced battery charging system ensures the battery is never overcharged or undercharged to help ensure optimal battery life. The batteries are hot swappable and user replaceable. This eliminates the need for factory service and critical loads are continually powered and never dropped.

By locating the system indoors, battery life is extended and can provide up to 14 hours of backup power when mains power fails. “Fast Connects” have been installed on the unit for improved installation quality and speed.

Additional features for the AlphaPoint include compatibility with existing network systems, keyholes for easy wall-mounting, and attractive packaging allowing it to be installed almost anywhere. Extended runtime capabilities for this power supply keep network communications, including telephone, up and running during extended power disturbances and outages.

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.