Michigan Custom Machines, Inc. Named US Integrator of AKRIBIS II - Fuel Injection Analyzer from INOV8 Technologies plc

Partnership Creates Global Force in Fuel System Test Technologies

NOVI, Mich., Oct. 24 -- Michigan Custom Machines, Inc. (MCM), leading designers and builders of custom test and assembly equipment, has been named the first US approved integrator of the AKRIBIS II -- Fuel Injection Analyzer developed by UK-based INOV8 Technologies plc. The companies made the announcement at the Automotive Testing Expo North America 2005, held in Novi, Michigan.

This new alliance provides US engine manufacturers access to advanced fuel system performance validation widely used in the automotive industry in test systems for common rail fuel injectors, electronic and hydraulically intensified unit injectors.

"This alliance further strengthens MCM's commitment to the US diesel and fuel injection industry by allowing us to provide the measurement solution in addition to the actuation hardware and test machines. This total capability gives our customer's a technological edge," commented Michael Schena, President of MCM.

David Macdonald, Chairman of INOV8 Technologies plc, noted, "This is a great development for both companies and for our customers, to whom we can now provide unparalleled expertise and choice of technology. We look forward to creating advantage for our customers through added-value test solutions."

About MCM

Novi, Michigan-based Michigan Custom Machines, Inc. (MCM) has advanced the innovation of custom test and assembly solutions since 1994. MCM designs and builds custom test machinery for automotive and industrial component manufacturers. With expertise in diesel fuel system component testing for end- of-line production, R&D and endurance, MCM test solutions incorporate leading technology in hydraulics, electronics, 3D parametric design, controls, data acquisition and assembly line integration. MCM is QS-ISO 9001:2000 registered. http://www.mcm1.com/

About INOV8 Technologies plc

The history of INOV8 Technologies plc goes back over 75 Years. This company, previously the Assembly & Test segment of Lucas Industries, has a proven history as a global supplier of fuel system test and calibration lines to Tier 1 diesel and gasoline injector plants. Over 100 million injectors worldwide are annually tested on INOV8 equipment. INOV8 offers engine manufacturers deep understanding of the factors that affect engine performance, including complex combustion chemistry. http://www.inov8.com/