New General Manager for Semrock - Dr. Michael J. Cumbo

Andy Silvernail, Corporate Vice President and Group Executive for IDEX Health & Science Technologies segment, stated: We are very pleased to announce Michael's appointment as leader of the Semrock unit of IDEX. Michael's history of technical and business leadership in the LEO industry will be very valuable as we look forward to the continued development of our strategic growth initiatives from both an organic and acquisitive perspective. Michael and the Semrock leadership team will continue to leverage the success that Victor created in 2000. We thank Victor for his many contributions to the company's success, as well as his continued support and dedication to IDEX and Semrock during this transition.