NEWS RELEASE
Date: April 20, 2006

UNIVERSAL LASER SYSTEMS, INC. AWARDED U.S. PATENT FOR INNOVATIVE VERSALASER™ DESIGN
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – (April 20, 2006) Universal Laser Systems, Inc. (ULS), manufacturer of CO2 lasers and laser systems, announced today that it has been awarded U.S. Design Patent No. D517,474 for its VersaLaser laser cutting and engraving system. The patent was awarded for the unique industrial design aesthetic of VersaLaser’s external cabinet, which also serves as a Class 1 laser safety enclosure. U.S. Design Patents are awarded for new and original manufacturing designs that reflect aesthetic skill and artistic conception.

VersaLaser is a desktop-sized computer-controlled PC peripheral that employs a CO2 laser for cutting, engraving, and marking operations. VersaLaser can process a wide variety of materials including wood, paper, plastic, metal, leather, fabric, marble, rubber, glass, ceramic and stone. VersaLaser functions like a desktop printer from Windows® based graphic software and was a finalist in PC Magazine’s prestigious Award for Technical Excellence.

“VersaLaser is the most successful product of its kind ever brought to market,” said Steve Gluskin, Universal’s Director of Business Development. “This patent reflects Universal Laser Systems’ ongoing commitment to bring technologically-innovative designs to our customers.”

Universal Laser Systems, Inc. is the pioneer and highest volume manufacturer of unique laser imaging computer peripherals and one of the world’s largest suppliers of OEM CO2 lasers. ULS has been awarded numerous patents for its lasers and laser systems with additional U.S. and international patents pending.

UNIVERSAL LASER SYSTEMS UPGRADES XL SERIES WITH INCREDIBLE 400 WATTS OF AIR-COOLED LASER POWER
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – (February 28, 2006) Universal Laser Systems, Inc. has upgraded its XL Series of industrial CO2 laser cutting, engraving, and marking systems with the addition of a new laser that can be configured to provide an unprecedented 400 watts of air-cooled laser power. Unveiled at the 2006 Awards and Recognition trade show in Las Vegas, the new laser utilizes direct air cooling which eliminates the need for noisy and expensive chillers and complicated plumbing.

In addition to offering high power, the XL Series features oversized processing fields, easy integration and advanced, stand-alone job management capabilities. Two models are available: the XL-9200 features a 36”x24” processing field and the XL-12000 is configured with a 48”x24” processing field. Both accommodate a broad range of materials and are designed to meet the most demanding industrial applications.

The XL Series offers several unique advantages over competing systems, such as the automatic detection of installed options, which assures quick and error-free machine setups. Also unique is an advanced beam indicator which precisely identifies the point of laser impact on the material’s surface. A further advantage is Universal’s patented High Power Density Focusing Optics™, a lens option that reduces the focused spot size and produces finer, more detailed engraving that is ideal for photographs and smaller text.

The XL Series offers true stand-alone job management capabilities. Users can store and run thousands of jobs on XL’s 40-gigabyte hard drive without connection to a host PC, and change, store or restore any job parameter on the fly. Users can preview job files on the XL’s color LCD screen as well as display the status of each job as it is running. The control panel also provides an interface for system settings and diagnostics.

According to Chris Risser, Engineer Manager, “The XL Series has been designed to provide the ultimate in reliability, flexibility, and ease of use. It can be configured with 10 to 400 watts of air-cooled laser power and can withstand severe industrial environments.” Risser continues, “The 400-watt configuration is designed for the most demanding manufacturing applications, and allows for deeper engraving, thicker cutting, and faster processing.”

Universal Laser Systems, Inc. is the world’s leading producer of computer-controlled laser engraving, cutting, and marking systems for desktop and industrial applications. For more information on the XL Series from Universal, call 1-800-859-7033.

UNIVERSAL LASER SYSTEMS INTRODUCES A NEW LINE OF FLEXIBLE OEM LASERS
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – (June 21, 2005) Universal Laser Systems, Inc. is pleased to announce the introduction of a new line of CO₂  lasers for the OEM market. Unveiled to an international audience at Laser 2005 in Munich, the new lasers are optimized for easy and convenient integration into all types of OEM system configurations.

Covering a wide range of power levels, including a new 75-watt laser, the new CO₂ lasers have air cooling or water cooling options. Class IV versions are available for research facilities and universities. Like Universal’s other lasers, the new lasers have built-in RF power supplies and are manufactured with patented Free Space Gas Slab Laser Technology™ for excellent beam quality in both the near and far fields. Since 1997, Universal has been awarded multiple patents for laser innovation by the U.S. Patent Office.

According to Kurt Kaashoek, OEM Sales Manager at Universal, “Feedback from customers indicated that versatility was important, so we designed these new lasers to be flexible for integration into every kind of OEM system configuration.” Kaashoek continues, “With multiple mounting provisions, our new lasers will fit into most manufacturing lines, robotics systems, CNC machines, etc. We kept the form factor similar to the existing product line for compatibility with current OEM systems and designs.”

Universal Laser Systems, Inc. offers extensive engineering assistance to help customers with integration into OEM equipment, as well as a generous laser evaluation program. For more information on Universal’s new line of lasers, call 1-800-859-7033.

UNIVERSAL LASER SYSTEMS ANNOUNCES NEW LASER EVALUATION PROGRAM
Universal Laser Systems, Inc., manufacturer of air-cooled CO₂ lasers for OEM integration, announces an industry innovation: The OEM Laser Evaluation Program. The Laser Evaluation Program allows customers to test Universal’s CO₂ lasers in their particular applications prior to committing to a purchase.

According to Gary Higman, OEM Sales Manager at Universal Laser Systems, "We developed this unique program to make evaluating a CO₂ laser an easy and NO RISK process for qualified OEMs."

Universal CO₂ lasers are constructed with patented Free-Space Slab Technology™ that produces a compact laser with good beam quality in both the near and far fields without optical enhancement. The lasers are RF-excited, air-cooled and easily integrated into virtually any orientation. The engineering staff is available to assist customers with their integration needs. Included in the Laser Evaluation program are the 25 through 100-watt CO₂ lasers.

For more information on the Laser Evaluation Program, Click here to learn more or call 1-800-859-7033.

UNIVERSAL LASER SYSTEMS ANNOUNCES REVOLUTIONARY 300-WATT AND 150-WATT AIR-COOLED CO2 LASERS
Universal Laser Systems, Inc., of Scottsdale, Arizona has introduced the industry's first 300-watt and 150-watt air-cooled CO₂ lasers. The new units have built-in RF supplies, integrated cooling and provide good beam quality in both the near and far fields. The high power air-cooled CO₂ lasers offer efficient integration options for manufacturers. With the addition of the new 300- and 150-watt lasers, Universal Laser Systems now offers a complete family of air-cooled CO₂ lasers that range from 25-watt to 300-watt.

"Companies will be able to not only save money on components and integration time, but also better utilize valuable manufacturing space with the efficient design of these new high-power, air-cooled units," notes Gary Higman, OEM Sales Manager at Universal Laser Systems, Inc. "The new lasers will also have a water cooled option available for companies that prefer traditional water-cooled units."

Universal Laser Systems backs their CO₂ lasers with a standard 15-month warranty. In addition, they offer engineering assistance to help customers with integration into OEM equipment.

For more information on the new 300-watt and 150-watt air-cooled CO₂ lasers call 1-800-859-7033.

NEWS RELEASE
Date: November 26, 2002

Universal Laser Systems Inc., of Scottsdale, Arizona has introduced the UL-60 watt RF-excited, free space slab, air-cooled CO₂ laser. This 60W laser is an extension of the family of CO₂ lasers ranging from 25W to 100W of air-cooled power. The unit is complete with common mounting plate, built in fans, RF-supply and optional built-in red dot pointer and/or 90-degree output. The outside dimensions of the laser are 29.25 inches by 5.38 inches by 6.35 inches. The laser comes with a standard 15-month warranty.