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Export, PA - March 2009 - Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum, a leading supplier of advanced vacuum systems for use in manufacturing and analytical processes, presents the SOGEVAC SV16 BI, a new single-stage, oil-sealed rotary vacuum vacuum pump designed for demanding analytical applications that require low-noise operation and compact design.

The pump, which is an ideal match for mass spectrometry equipment, was featured at the Pittcon 2009 Conference & Expo, Booth 4265. Drawing on Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum's extensive engineering and applications experience, and incorporating many large and small design innovations, the SOGEVAC SV16 BI offers equivalent performance in mass spectrometry applications, comparable to two-stage pumps, but with a smaller footprint and at lower cost. At the same time, it offers quieter operation and better performance than most single-stage pumps. The new pump can be easily integrated into a wide range of analytical instruments. External exhaust filtration and oil return is not needed, due to the SOGEVAC SV16 BI's internal exhaust filter and oil recovery system. In addition, it can operate at all pressures continuously without any add-on accessories.

Features of the new SOGEVAC SV16 BI include:

- 20.5 CFM operation at 60 Hz, at up to 3.8 x 10-2 Torr ultimate pressure

- Excellent compatibility as a fore-vacuum pump in conjunction with modern wide-range turbomolecular pumps

- Over-pressure relief valve integrated into the internal exhaust filter, with quick access for filter replacement and oil recovery cleanout

- Standard oil-gas pre-separation with automatic oil recovery

- Coming soon: Operation with mineral, PFPE or synthetic oil allowing up to one-year oil lifetime

"Our product development teams work closely with our technically trained sales personnel, applications engineers, service teams and manufacturing experts. As a result, our new product designs incorporate extensive knowledge of real-world application needs and customer preferences, as well as our 158 years of experience producing vacuum pumps for some of the world's most demanding installations," noted Dr. Andreas Widl, CEO of Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum. "The SOGEVAC SV16 BI offers analytical instrument developers an excellent new vacuum system option that can help their equipment perform better and require less end-user maintenance." The SOGEVAC SV16 BI is available immediately through Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum's global sales network.

About Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum

Cologne, Germany-based Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum GmbH develops a broad range of application- and customer-specific systems for the creation of vacuums and extraction of processing gases. With 158 years of experience as a first-class vacuum supplier, the company's products are known for their superior performance, reliability and quality. Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum has a worldwide network of consultants and sales personnel that provide wide-ranging engineering expertise and are available to help customers select the right products for any application.

About Oerlikon

(SWX: OERL) is one of the world's most successful high-tech industrial groups specializing in machine and plant engineering. The company is a leader in the field of industrial solutions and innovative technologies for textile manufacture, thin-film solar and thin-film coating, drive, precision and vacuum systems. With roots in Switzerland and a long tradition stretching back 100 years, Oerlikon is a global player with a workforce of more than 19,000 at 170 locations in 35 different countries. The company's sales amounted to CHF 5.6 billion and it ranks either first or second in the respective global markets.

For further information on the SV16 BI rotary vane vacuum pump and the Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum full line of vacuum pumps and systems, leak detection instruments and many after-market services, please contact:

Brett Rock

Regional Market Manager

Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum USA

724-493-2654

brett.rock@oerlikon.com