As in past years, the technical program will focus on advances in flip chip technology, with particular focus in 2005 on the challenges of flip chip for Cu/low-k, lead-free (green applications), new technologies, and lower cost. The national organization will hold a focused exhibition for suppliers who support the use of flip chip technology.

(February 8, 2005) Flanders, N.J. &#8212 Rudolph Technologies reports net income of $2.1 million, or $0.12 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2004. This compares to net income of $2.2 million in the prior quarter, and $844,000 for Q4 2003. Revenue was up 5.6% sequentially and up 45.2% on-year to $23.1 million for Q4 2004.