MENLO PARK, CA, May 1, 2001 — Ultra Clean Technology, a leading supplier of gas and liquid delivery solutions for the semiconductor process equipment industry, today announced the grand opening of its manufacturing facility in the Austin area.

"Our new plant in Austin has exceeded all expectations," commented Clarence Granger, President and Chief Operating Officer. "We have a great team and a world-class facility. I look forward to working in partnership with our customers here in the Austin area."

Among the over 170 people at the March 9 gala were dignitaries from UCT’s customers, suppliers, and the local business community, as well as UCT employees from Austin and California. Following a warm welcome by Clarence Granger and Yoshifusa "Nick" Nikaido, UCT Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, guests were treated to a Texas-style buffet and musical entertainment. UCT employees served as hosts for the afternoon, leading guests through the various areas of the new facility and explaining UCT’s gas panel manufacturing processes.

The new facility is just over 11,000 square feet in total size, with a 3,500 square foot cleanroom and 4,000 square feet of warehouse space. Located in the TechRidge complex just east of I-35, the new facility officially opened in October 2000. Approximately 40 employees are on board in Austin.

Site information:

Ultra Clean Technology
500 Center Ridge Drive
Building 3.3, Suite 400
Austin, TX 78753
Phone: (512)252-6100

Founded in 1991, Ultra Clean Technology is headquartered in Menlo Park, California. The company provides innovative gas and liquid management solutions that assist the world's major capital equipment manufacturers to attain competitive advantage. UCT is widely recognized for design, engineering and manufacturing of "State of the World" ™ gas delivery systems for semiconductor process equipment manufacturers and device makers.

For additional information, please see our website at www.uct.com.