AMI DODUCO's Contact Lubricants Extend the Life of Sliding Contacts and Connectors

PFORZHEIM, Germany--June 24, 2004--AMI DODUCO, a Technitrol Company, announced the availability of its DODUCONTA(R) contact lubricants that help preserve the precious-metal surfaces of connectors and sliding contact systems. By reducing mechanical wear and protecting against corrosion, the lubricants can extend the functional life of electromechanical and electronic assemblies.

DODUCONTA lubricants are offered in four varieties, labeled B9, B10, B12K and B25, each with differing chemical composition and viscosity. They are fully synthetic, chemically inert and silicon-free. In addition, they are thermally stable and resistant to chemical changes due to exposure to light.

Liquid DODUCONTA is delivered in one-liter polyethylene bottles. Samples for testing purposes are available. For sales information, contact Hans-Peter Sommer at 0049/7231-602-293 or HPSommer@amidoduco.com. For technical support, contact Wolfgang Schmitt 0049/7231-602-452, Wschmitt@amidoduco.com.

Headquartered in Export, Pennsylvania, AMI DODUCO is a global leader in electrical contact technology and fabrication. The company supplies contacts and assemblies, contact materials, thermostatic and laminated metal products, electroplating and surface treatment services, and precious metal refining and recycling to more than 3,000 customers. AMI DODUCO operates from locations in North America, Europe and Asia. The company's website is www.amidoduco.com.

Copyright (C) 2004 AMI DODUCO, Inc. All rights reserved. All brand names and trademarks are properties of their respective holders.

Cautionary Note: This message contains "forward looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ materially. This release should be read in conjunction with the factors set forth in Technitrol's report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 26, 2004 in Item 2 under the caption "Factors That May Affect Our Future Results (Cautionary Statements for Purposes of the "Safe Harbor" Provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995)."