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For inquiries about LAI International, Inc., please contact:

Matt Kalina

Director of Media Relations

LAI International, Inc.

Corporate Headquarters

480-348-5942 Ext. 365

info@LAIco.com

Corporate Backgrounder:

LAI International manufactures precision components and assemblies for the largest companies in aerospace, defense, power generation and other advanced technology industries around the world. LAI provides manufacturing solutions for applications including airframes, aircraft engines, power generators, defense systems and other mission-critical applications.

LAI is an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing U.S. Private Company with revenues forecast to reach $60 million in 2008 with an employment base projected at 300 by the end of the year. The company has provided superior manufacturing solutions and services to the world's leading OEMs for more than 40 years. Acquired by Spell Capital Partners, LLC, Minneapolis, Minn. LAI's corporate headquarters are located in Scottsdale, Ariz. Five manufacturing facilities are located strategically across the United States - in Scarborough, Maine; Westminster, Md.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Phoenix, Ariz.; and Tucson, Ariz. The management team has lead the success and growth of the business with a vision to provide superior service and deliver outstanding quality in the company's tradition of innovation. LAI continues to execute its strategy of expanding its capabilities by taking on more of its customers' supply chain. LAI's acquisition in 2007 of RTI, Scarborough, Maine, expands its capabilities in manufacturing power generation and rotating equipment.

LAI provides complete design-for-manufacturing, fabrication, assembly and manufacturing solutions for highly engineered precision products. LAI is known for its experience in supply chain management of complex manufacturing processes and delivering direct material productivity solutions through manufacturing innovation, optimized processes, a best-in-class workforce and state-of-the-art technologies.

Quick Facts: LAI International, Inc.

Founded:           1979

Mfg. facilities:   Phoenix, Tucson, Minneapolis, Westminster, Md., and Scarborough, Maine

Headquarters:   Scottsdale, Ariz.

An Inc. 5,000 fastest-growing U.S. private company.