Universal Detection Technology (www.udetection.com) (OTCBB: UNDT), a developer of early-warning monitoring technologies to protect people from bioterrorism and other infectious health threats, and provider of counter-terrorism consulting and training services, reported today that it has received a purchase order for its biological detection equipment from its distributor in China, WellCrown International Resources (WellCrown). WellCrown represented UNDT at the 2010 China Fire Exposition held in Beijing.

WellCrown International Resources Limited (www.wellcrowninternational.com) is a leading international supplier of sophisticated defense and security solutions and high-grade natural resources, as well as a diverse range of integrated services. The company is managed by a team of professionals with vast product knowledge and extensive service experience in relevant fields. WellCrown represented UNDT at the 2010 China Fire Exposition organized by the China Fire Protection Association. The exposition featured over 370 exhibitors from 36 countries.

Universal Detection Technology's biological weapon detection equipment is used extensively by first responders and private industries throughout the country. The equipment, including UNDT's 5 agent biodetection kit, certified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has been evaluated by the U.S. DoD as well as the United Kingdom military. UNDT also supplied its radiation detection equipment for the protection of sports venues at the 2009 Olympics in Beijing.

"The PO from WellCrown, as well as representation at the China Fire Expo, is part of our strategy of having international partners with established local connections represent UNDT," said Jacques Tizabi, CEO of Universal Detection Technology. "We anticipate that China will be a significant market for our products," continued Tizabi.

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About Universal Detection Technology

Universal Detection Technology is a developer of monitoring technologies, including bioterrorism detection devices. The Company on its own and with development partners is positioned to capitalize on opportunities related to Homeland Security. For example, the Company has developed a bacterial spore detector that detects certain biohazard substances. The Company is also a reseller of handheld assays used for detection of five bioterrorism agents, radiation detection systems, and antimicrobial products. For more information, please visit www.udetection.com.

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Company Contact: Jacques Tizabi 310-248-3655 Email Contact