SLNK Spectralink Corp (MM)

Colorado Organization Recognizes Local Companies for Outstanding Achievement BOULDER, Colo., Oct. 12, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SpectraLink (NASDAQ:SLNK), the leader in workplace wireless telephony, has been recognized by Celebrate Technology for its manufacturing practices. Celebrate Technology recognizes the achievements of Colorado-based companies and individuals that have contributed in a significant way to the technological business landscape of the state. These contributions cross every discipline from the Internet and software to space-related and homeland defense technologies and emerging technologies. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050324/LATH060LOGO ) Celebrate Technology held its annual awards event Friday, Oct. 6, 2007. SpectraLink took home the Technology Manufacturing award. Judges reviewed nominations for 10 Colorado companies in the category and evaluated factors such as revenue stream, Colorado-based facilities, headcount and manufacturing visibility. "Celebrate Technology gives Colorado technology professionals an opportunity to share experiences and lessons learned. We also fund scholarships for students in the College of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs," said David Steigerwald, member of the Celebrate Technology board of directors. "SpectraLink has been a member of the local technology landscape and an avid supporter for education in the areas of math and science. It's an honor to award a company that is a leader in its industry and also values the local community." "This recognition is a true testament to the hard work of SpectraLink employees," said John Elms, SpectraLink president and CEO. "We have a fantastic team of people dedicated to bringing quality products to market, and I am honored to represent a company that continues to be recognized as a market leader, technology leader and community leader." Since the company's inception in 1990, it has been an innovator in manufacturing high-tech electronics. SpectraLink employs Six Sigma and lean manufacturing techniques in its facilities. Additionally, the company has been using lead-free components for approximately five years. With the recent emphasis on environmentally-safe manufacturing components, this practice gave SpectraLink a head-start on complying with the European Union's RoHS (Restriction on Hazardous Substances) directive. Finally, in February 2006, SpectraLink consolidated all manufacturing operations including production, shipping/receiving, purchasing, planning, quality assurance and product repair into a single facility in Boulder. About SpectraLink SpectraLink, the leader in workplace wireless telephony, delivers the power of mobile voice and messaging applications to businesses worldwide. Seamlessly integrating with VoIP and traditional telephony platforms, SpectraLink's scalable technology provides instant access to people and business-critical information. SpectraLink handsets free on-premises employees to be more accessible, productive and responsive. For more information, visit http://www.spectralink.com/ or call 1 800 676 5465. http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050324/LATH060LOGO http://photoarchive.ap.org/ DATASOURCE: SpectraLink CONTACT: Robin Raulf-Sager of SpectraLink, +1-303-583-5342, or Mobile, +1-303-725-5748, ; or Jason King of Lois Paul & Partners, +1-781-782-5793, , for SpectraLink Web site: http://www.spectralink.com/

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