20-Jul-1999, by David Stakun

AMI DODUCO Recognized as Top Quality Supplier by Matsushita

EXPORT, PA

AMI DODUCO announced it has received a 1998 Supplier Partnership Award from American Matsushita Electronics Company. AMI DODUCO supplies thermo-bimetal picture tube support springs for Matsushita`s Panasonic line of televisions. As picture tubes heat or cool, the springs expand or contract to keep the TV picture focused. The award specifically recognizes AMI DODUCO as the top quality supplier for having achieved zero defects for the entire year. In addition, the award noted AMI DODUCO`s high level of responsiveness, flexibility, and overall customer service. "Matsushita`s high quality standards are well-known," said James J. Rafferty Jr., President of AMI DODUCO. "Therefore, we are especially honored by this award. It is a credit to the Total Manufacturing Excellence System which has made us a global quality leader." Headquartered in Export, Pennsylvania, AMI DODUCO, a Technitrol Company (NYSE: TNL) is a global leader in electrical contacts. The company supplies contacts and assemblies, contact materials, thermostatic and laminated metal products, electroplating and surface treatment services, and precious metal refining and recycling to more than 3,000 customers. AMI DODUCO operates from 11 locations worldwide. Its Web site is http://www.amidoduco.com.