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IBSystems, Inc. Launches Its iCAD Network Delivering Broad-based Resources to the CAD Industry and New Advertising Opportunities to Software and Hardware Manufacturers

CAMPBELL, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 9, 2005--IBSystems, Inc. today announced the launch of its iCAD Network(TM). Each month the iCAD Network's combined strength of six highly trafficked CAD-centric web sites delivers more than 1.5 million page-views to more than 200,000 unique visitors and delivers more than 1.5 million e-newsletters to its email subscriber-base.

The Network meets the needs of both mechanical and architectural engineers and managers by providing a cohesive interlocked group of targeted resources that deliver the latest news, jobs, technical information, and free productivity software.

David Heller, IBSystems' president, said, "Our iCAD Network opens new opportunities for advertisers who want to target their message to Mechanical and Architectural professionals, while delivering even more valuable resources to these two communities. I'm very excited about this new business thrust that will strengthen our information and resource services and assure continued leadership in these two essential CAD industries."

The iCAD Network(TM) includes:

-- www.MCADCafe.com: Established in 1996, MCADCafe is the premiere destination for mechanical designers and managers and covers all aspects of this dynamic field including software design tools, product reviews and comparisons, detailed company information, events, books, and insightful audio interviews with industry shakers-and-movers.

-- www.AECCafe.com: AECCafe is the preferred resource destination for practitioners in the burgeoning architectural arena. AECCafe is MCADCafe's sister site delivering similar targeted resources to this industry.

-- www.FreeCADApps.com: FreeCADApps offers more than 5,000 free CAD software downloads contributed by users and companies alike. This high-traffic site features AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Rhino, and 3D Studio compatible mechanical and architectural design software, models and drawings, general design-aid utilities and software, Sketchup files, and engineering analysis software. It also boasts an Evaluation Center where users can test-drive hundreds of software titles before purchase.

-- www.CADalog.com: CADalog.com is a competitive CAD e-Store, offering discounted design software, training solutions, plug-ins and more to both mechanical and architectural professionals. The site sells solutions from a growing list of companies and products including industry leaders like TurboCAD Professional, IronCAD, Deep Exploration, CAD Parts, GlobalCAD, and many more.

-- www.3DmodelSharing.com: 3Dmodelsharing is a showcase of CAD related media providing a means for members to exchange their custom-built part libraries and miscellaneous files with other members free or for sale.

-- www.TechJobsCafe.com: TechJobsCafe is a feature-rich career center that ties the system together by providing targeted job opportunities, a career guide, an advanced job search, resume submittal and resume-bank to meet the needs of both job seekers and employers.

About IBSystems

Founded in 1994, IBSystems (Internet Business Systems, Inc.) is a leading provider of web portals and virtual trade shows targeted at computer modeling professional audiences. Its EDACafe.com, MCADCafe.com, CADalog.com, FreeCADApps.com, 3DmodelSharing.com, GISCafe.com, AECCafe.com, PCBCafe, DCCCafe, NanotechCafe, and TechJobsCafe web sites bring valuable resources and timely information and job opportunities to professionals in the Electronic Design Automation (EDA), Mechanical Computer Aided Design (MCAD), Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Architectural Engineering (AEC), Printed Circuit Board (PCB), Digital Content Creation (DCC), and Nanotechnology industries. Its TechJobsCafe brings employers and jobseekers together in each of these high-tech fields. IBSystems complements their portals with Virtual Trade shows and online publications. Please visit http://www.ibsystems.com to learn more about IBSystems.

Contacts

IBSystems, Inc.
Sanjay Gangal, 408-850-9202
sanjay@ibsystems.com

Sparton Corporation Will Not Pursue Acquisition of Specialized Medical Devices, Inc.

JACKSON, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 20, 2005--Electronics Design and Manufacturing (EMS) service provider, Sparton Corporation (NYSE:SPA) announced today that it will no longer pursue negotiations to acquire medical device manufacturer HDJ Company, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary, Specialized Medical Devices, Inc.

About Sparton Corporation

Sparton Corporation (NYSE:SPA) now in its 105th year, provides design engineering and electronics contract manufacturing services utilizing seven manufacturing locations encompassing nearly 855,000 sq. ft. along with several alliance partner facilities throughout North America. Sparton has also opened a manufacturing plant in Vietnam which began operations in March 2005. In addition to strong core surface mount technology (SMT) and plated through-hole (PTH), printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) and complete assembly manufacturing capabilities, Sparton offers a complete range of pre-manufacturing, post-manufacturing and engineering services. Pre-manufacturing services include product development, concurrent engineering, design for test (DFT), design for manufacturing (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), printed circuit board design and quick-turn prototyping. Post-manufacturing services range from repair depot, direct ship, distribution management to field support.

Safe Harbor and Fair Disclosure Statement

Safe Harbor statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: To the extent any statements made in this release contain information that is not historical, these statements are essentially forward-looking and are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the difficulty of predicting future results, the regulatory environment, fluctuations in operating results and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The matters discussed in this press release may also involve risks and uncertainties concerning Sparton's services described in Sparton's filings with the SEC. In particular, see the risk factors described in the Company's most recent Form 10K and Form 10Q. Sparton assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking information contained in this press release.

Contacts


Sparton Corporation
Rhonda Aldrich, 517/787-8600

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