Rich Sales Announced as Southwest US Manufacturer's Rep for Extech Test Equipment and FLIR IR Cameras

Extech Instruments (http://www.extech.com/instruments), a subsidiary of FLIR Systems, Inc., (NASDAQ: FLIR) announces a new partnership with Rich Sales (http://www.richsales.com), an experienced electronics manufacturer's representative company based in Scottsdale, AZ. The collaboration with Rich Sales enables Extech to rapidly grow distribution of its wide range of affordable test equipment and FLIR infrared cameras in the greater Southwest United States. Rich Sales will provide local technical sales support and service to key Extech industrial and electronics distributors and accounts in Arizona, Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.

Richard Rich, managing partner at Rich Sales, spoke about the new relationship with Extech, "We're pleased to support Extech with over 30 years of experience in electronics sales and management in the greater Southwest. We have a proven track record of successfully introducing new ideas and new products to the marketplace and we're excited to represent Extech's unbeatable line of affordable handheld test and measurement tools and FLIR's i- and b-series infrared cameras."

Jerry Blakeley, general manager of Extech Instruments, added, "Extech is looking forward to a long and prosperous partnership with Rich Sales. We are confident that Richard Rich and his team will deliver the service and support that our distributors need to respond to the sustained growth in demand for Extech's high quality, high value testers and meters. Extech is proud of back to back years of record growth."

Blakely added, "These are difficult times for many of our customers. Prominent meter manufacturers are also reporting softening demand because of high prices. Yet, even with restricted budgets, many professionals still need to replace or upgrade test and diagnostic tools. Many are taking a closer look at Extech's product line when considering a multimeter, infrared camera, or other test equipment. Extech offers the ideal combination of ruggedness and exclusive, class-leading capabilities at affordable prices. With a diverse selection of test equipment, we offer a range of capabilities and a best-in-class website so smart buyers find what they want and need-at a value that cannot be beat."

Extech's extensive catalog covers fifteen product categories including airflow meters (anemometers); moisture and humidity meters (hygrometers and psychrometers); fiber optic, light and sound meters (including dosimeters); water quality meters; gas detectors; pressure meters; calibrators; thermocouple thermometers; voltmeters; and numerous other test and measurement devices. Well-known for its innovation-focused approach to product development, Extech has aggressively implemented built-in infrared technology across its product range. Extech holds five patents incorporating infrared (IR) in measurement instruments. (http://www.extech.com/instruments)

Additionally, Extech offers a range of affordable infrared cameras that are essential for effective predictive maintenance, building diagnostics, and facilities MRO. The $2,995 EXTECH i5 IR camera is the lowest price IR camera on the market with impressive capabilities for general purpose use. The class-leading FLIR i-Series infrared cameras offer stand-out infrared diagnostic capabilities designed to help plant maintenance, repair and operations staff and production/QA technicians find heat-indicated problems in manufacturing components and facilities faster and more easily. FLIR's b-Series pistol-grip cameras add temperature ranges optimized for building professionals coupled with exclusive dew point and insulation alarms.

Visit www.extech.com for a complete product listing.

About Extech Instruments, a FLIR Company Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, USA, Extech Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of test and measurement equipment worldwide. Founded in 1971, Extech is known for its depth and breadth of products and its innovation in providing instruments with unique combinations of features that make them highly useful and very convenient. All Extech meters are distributed worldwide through leading representatives, distributors and OEMs. The company is ISO 9001 2000 certified and is a wholly owned subsidiary of FLIR Systems, Inc. For more information about Extech Instruments, visit www.extech.com.

Contact Andre Rebelo Global PR Manager Extech Instruments, a FLIR Company +1-781-434-3901 andre dot rebelo at flir dot com

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