Pintail Technologies Selects Shelton for Public Relations Services

Pintail Technologies Selects Shelton for Public Relations Services
Integrated firm to plan and implement strategic PR and communications program for semiconductor test improvement solutions company

DALLAS (Feb. 2, 2004) – Pintail Technologies, a semiconductor test improvement company providing software solutions for accelerated time to market and cost recovery, announced it has selected Shelton, an integrated communications firm providing strategic public relations (PR), investor relations (IR), creative design and marketing for high-tech companies, as its agency of record for public relations services.

“As a leader in semiconductor testing technology, Pintail needed an agency with proven industry expertise and established relationships in our sector,” said Taylor Scanlon, chief executive officer of Pintail Technologies. “Delivering the right message to the right audience is vital to Pintail’s success across the supply chain, and Shelton’s knowledgeable staff will support our innovative test improvement technology with the type of positive visibility and exposure that will help us solidify a leadership position in semiconductor test and measurement innovation.”

“Pintail Technologies is an ideal client for Shelton with a technology and target audience that align perfectly with our expertise,” said Jodi Shelton, president and chief executive officer of Shelton. “Because we are well established within the semiconductor market, Shelton is poised to effectively deliver Pintail’s message to the media and industry analyst community, and we look forward to a long-term partnership as we help expand the company’s reputation and recognition in this dynamic high-tech sector.”

Shelton began providing PR services for Pintail Technologies in December 2003.

About Pintail Technologies
Pintail Technologies is a semiconductor test improvement company that provides a breakthrough software solution that accelerates the process for bringing high-volume products to market faster and at a lower cost. Pintail provides the first test improvement solution to combine real-time test process control capabilities with sophisticated analytical tools in an integrated software suite. The resulting technology reduces the total cost of testing, improves quality and increases throughput of test operations, enabling faster time-to-market for new products and enhanced collaboration across supply chains. More information on the company and its products can be found at http://www.pintailtechnologies.com.

About Shelton
Shelton is an integrated communications firm providing customized programs for the strategic delivery of public relations (PR), investor relations (IR), marketing and creative design services to public and private companies in the high-technology sector. Founded in 1994 with a technology focus, Shelton offers a team of professionals with extensive deep-tech knowledge and expertise in emerging growth areas, including semiconductors, telecommunications, intellectual property and enterprise software. Through a dedication to value-added service and a national network of key strategic relationships, Shelton has built a trusted reputation with the media, industry experts and the financial industry that produces results for emerging and established technology companies. More information about the firm is available online at www.sheltongroup.com.

Media Relations Contact:
Stacey Gaswirth
Shelton
(972) 239-5119, x132
sgaswirth@sheltongroup.com