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February 2, 2010 - Ron Pitchel Named Vice President of Engineering for Micro Power

February 2, 2010 – Micro Power Electronics, the global leader in portable power solutions for mission-critical equipment, today announced that Mr. Ron Pitchel was appointed Vice President of Engineering and Continuous Improvement for Micro Power Electronics, Inc.

“It’s critical that Micro Power continues to bring high-quality, cost-competitive products to market faster and more efficiently, while striving to exceed its customers' expectations,” said Mike DuBose, President and CEO of Micro Power. “Ron's history of developing world-class engineering teams and driving process improvements across the entire company will ensure that Micro Power delivers products competitive on a global scale.”

Mr. Pitchel has more than 25 years of experience in leadership roles at engineering and manufacturing companies in the aerospace, automotive, and communications industries. He holds a degree in Aeronautical Technology and is a certified Six Sigma Blackbelt and Lean Expert

Micro Power supplies custom battery systems and solutions to the portable medical, automatic data collection, and commercial military markets. As a pioneer in the development of lithium battery systems, smart battery packs, chargers, docking stations, and power supplies, Micro Power has more than 20 years of experience developing battery solutions within its domestic and Asian production facilities. The company is ISO 13485 and 9001:2008 certified.
About Micro Power Electronics, Inc.

Micro Power Electronics, Inc. is ISO 13485 and 9001:2008 certified, as well as ITAR registered. Micro Power supplies custom battery systems to the portable medical, handheld Automatic Identification and Data Collection (AIDC) and commercial military markets. As a pioneer in the development of Lithium battery systems, smart battery packs, chargers, power supplies and docking stations, Micro Power has more than 20 years of experience developing battery solutions. With a proven track record of technical excellence, quality solutions and award-winning service, Micro Power has become the fastest growing supplier of custom battery systems in North America. For more information, please visit www.micro-power.com or call 800-576-6177.