(August 15, 2006) LAUSANNE, Switzerland — Synova announced that it received financing for $8.1 million, or 10 million Swiss francs (CHF), to develop micromachining centers (MMCs) in several international locations. Swiss banks will fund Synova’s worldwide MMC growth strategy. The company plans to construct localized support networks, build application labs offering on-site product demonstrations, and promote laser MicroJet technology applications.