Electro Scientific Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: ESIO) provides innovative, laser-based manufacturing solutions for the microtechnology industry, partnering with its customers to make breakthrough technologies possible in the microelectronics, semiconductor and other emerging industries. The company’s systems enable precise structuring and testing of micron to submicron features in smart consumer electronics, semiconductors and other high-value components. ESI is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, with global operations from the Pacific Northwest to the Pacific Rim. For more information, visit the company’s website at visit: www.esi.com