ADDING VALUE TO CUSTOMER SERVICE AND TARNISHED STOCK Added value customer services help to build loyalty and profits. The new ECOmini from Otec Precision Finish promises to both add value to customer relationships and recover the value of tarnished stock - otherwise destined for heavy discounting. It is ideal for polishing all types of wedding bands, ear rings, studs and other similar small pieces. Jewelry manufacturers have largely replaced manual finishing and polishing with machine processes. Otec barrel finishing is a process known for its versatility and quality. The ECOmini is based on this technology but is designed to bring the benefits of automation to retailers - it offers an economic way to return tarnished jewelry to that newly manufactured look automatically. Shop window displays and jewelry handled by staff and customers trying on for size soon loose the new look that is so vital in attracting a purchase. Customers requiring repairs or just wanting to put a shine back on their jewelry - be it precious in value or sentiment - will appreciate the polishing quality achieved by the ECOmini. The ECOmini is a truly bench-top device standing only 12½ inches high and just 9lb in weight and requiring a standard electrical point. It is simple, quiet and quick to operate. Using the finest grain dry-polishing media means there is no mess - just place the jewelry item in the machine and within a few minutes it will be restored to its original polished look. The new ECOmini has a 12 month warranty and is priced $595 including a charge of polishing media so it can be used straight out of the box. A list of local stockists is available from OTEC Precision Finish toll free: 1-888 511 6832. More information: Jonathan Dean, Vice President, OTEC Precision Finish Inc. Toll Free: 1-888 511 6832, Tel. 978 635 1964 Fax: 978 635 1478 E-mail: sales@otecusa.com Web: www.otecusa.com June 28, 2000