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API Launches Dual Entry PDU for Use with Generator & Mains Power

ORLANDO, FL — June 26, 2012 — API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API” or the “Company”), a trusted provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, launched today a new high-power, dual entry power distribution unit (PDU). This dual input PDU (P/N: 72RA260BVFFN-00) is designed for applications where facility power and generator power co-exist to provide redundant power to IBM blade arrays. The design was derived from a PDU created for distributing power to the Cisco 6500E Catalyst product in customer sites.

API Technologies’ Rancho Cordova, CA Facility Achieves AS9100 Rev C Certification

ORLANDO, FL– (Business Wire) – June 26, 2012 – API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API”, “API Technologies”, or the “Company”), a trusted provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, today announced that is has received a new AS9100 Rev C certification for its Rancho Cordova, California location.

AS9100 is the recognized standard of quality for the aerospace and defense industries. The certification, granted by third party auditors, identifies organizations that link business objectives with operating effectiveness, quality, and executive management commitment to customers.

“This new certification demonstrates API’s continued commitment to producing products of unparalleled quality that address customers’ mission-critical requirements,” said Bel Lazar, President and Chief Operating Officer of API Technologies.

API Technologies to Join Russell 2000

ORLANDO, FL – (Business Wire) – June 22, 2012 – API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API”, “API Technologies”, or the “Company”), a trusted provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, today announced that as of June 25, 2012, it will be included in the Russell 2000 Index. 

Band Reject Filter Eliminates AWS Interference at ENG-RO Sites

ORLANDO, FL and MONTREAL (IMS2012: Booth #1306)   — June 19, 2012 — API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API” or the “Company”), a trusted provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, announced today it is now taking orders for the CMD719 band reject filter designed to eliminate Advanced Wireless Services (AWS) interference of electronic news gathering receive only (ENG-RO) sites. The CMD719 will be on display at Booth #1306 during the IEEE International Microwave Symposium (IMS2012) taking place now through June 21 at the Palais des Congrès in Montreal.

API Technologies Receives $3.8 Million Order to Provide Microwave Products for Defense SATCOM Systems

ORLANDO, FL– (BusinessWire) – June 19, 2012 – API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API”, “API Technologies”, or the “Company”), a trusted provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, today announced that is has received a new $3.8 million order to provide advanced microwave electronic products for use in defense satellite communication (SATCOM) systems from a major US defense contractor / Fortune 500 company.

“Satellite communications systems are essential for sharing vital intelligence on or off the battlefield,” said Bel Lazar, President and Chief Operating Officer of API Technologies. “We are pleased to leverage our extensive experience and heritage in high-reliability and space level microwave technology in support of our national defense and a long-time, valued customer.”

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New Power Line Filters have Max Voltage Rating up to 480 VAC

ORLANDO, FL  — June 18, 2012 — API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API” or the “Company”), a trusted provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, announced today its new line of Spectrum Control 480 VAC power line filters (13-PDB Series and 13-PWB Series). These power filters are designed for three-phase or four-line power supply systems and have a current rating up to 1000 Amps. Multi-stage filter topology helps ensure compliance with Class A and Class B limits.

API Technologies to Showcase its Entire Line of Microwave Products & Capabilities at IMS2012

Includes Spectrum Microwave, CMT, National Hybrid, C-MAC Aerospace, and Cobham MAL Product Brands

ORLANDO, FL  — June 8, 2012 — API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API” or the “Company”), a leading provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, announced today that it will, for the first time ever, showcase its complete family of microwave, RF, and millimeter wave products at Booth #1306 during the IEEE International Microwave Symposium (IMS2012). IMS2012 takes place June 19-21 at the Palais des Congrès in Montreal.

API’s family of products include RF components, microwave filters, microelectronics, amplifiers and amplifier subsystems, and frequency sources from brands including Spectrum Microwave, CMT, National Hybrid, C-MAC Aerospace, and Cobham MAL.

API Technologies Announces EMS Business Unit Restructuring

ORLANDO, FL– (PRNewswire) – June 6, 2012 – API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API”, “API Technologies”, or the “Company”), a leading provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, today announced restructuring plans for its Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) product lines. The restructuring plan is intended to realize synergies from the Company’s combined EMS businesses, contain costs, and streamline operations.

New Multiplied Phase Locked Oscillators for Ultra Low Phase Noise Applications

ORLANDO, FL  — May 31, 2012 — API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API” or the “Company”), a leading provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, announced today a new line of multiplied phase locked oscillators from the Spectrum Microwave family of products. 

“The new multiplied phase locked oscillators provide both ultra low phase noise performance as well as the ability to modify standard parameters to meet customers’ unique requirements,” said Tracy Shaffer, Vice President, Spectrum Microwave Product Group of API Technologies. Phase noise performance is -175 dBc/Hz (at 100 kHz offset) and can use its internal or external 10 MHz reference.

API Technologies’ Secure Systems & Information Assurance Canada Named Authorized Reseller of ViaSat® Hardware Encryption

ORLANDO, FL and OTTAWA (CANSEC: Booth #1505) — May 31, 2012 — API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API” or the “Company”), a leading provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, announced today that its Secure Systems & Information Assurance (SSIA) Canada group, which makes the EMCON® line of TEMPEST and security products, has been named an authorized reseller for Eclypt line of encrypted computer drives from ViaSat®.

“The ability to offer EMCON brand laptops and workstations with ViaSat encrypted hard drives pre-installed, gives customers the option of a ‘one-stop shop’ when it comes to secure TEMPEST and ruggedized computing,” said Peter Patterson, Vice President and General Manager, SSIA Canada, API Technologies. EMCON brand security products are on display at CANSEC 2012, Booth #1505, May 30-31, 2012 at the CE Centre in Ottawa.

New EMCON® TEMPEST Thin Client Debuts at CANSEC

ORLANDO, FL and OTTAWA (CANSEC: Booth #1505) — May 30, 2012 — API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API” or the “Company”), a leading provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, announced today the availability of the EMCON® TEMPEST, Level I version of the HP t5740 Thin Client Computer. It meets NSTISSAM 1-92, Level 1; CID09/15A, Level 1; and NATO SDIP-27, Level A requirements.

New High g Digital Accelerometers from API Technologies Measure up to 500 g

ORLANDO, FL — May 22, 2012 — API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API” or the “Company”), a leading provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, announced today its new high g digital accelerometer from its Sensors line of inertial measurement products. Measuring up to 500 g, this accelerometer is ideal for shock detection and sports equipment safety testing.

“These digital accelerometers measure higher g ranges than ever before and are ready to use within minutes of unpacking the box,” said Larry Howanitz, Vice President, EIS & Sensors divisions of API Technologies. Available in ±500 g and ±250 g versions, the unit comes in single axis (#15208A), dual axes (#25208A), and triaxial (#35208A) models.

API Technologies Features Products that Help Enable the Avaya® Secure Access Link (SAL) Platform at IAUG 2012

ORLANDO, FL & BOSTON (IAUG: Booth #1111) — May 21, 2012 — API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API” or the “Company”), a leading provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, announced today that it will showcase its ION Networks® line of secure networking products at Booth #1111 at the International Avaya® User Group (IAUG) Global Education Conference, taking place May 21-24, 2012 at the John B. Hynes Memorial Convention Center in Boston. Featured will be API Technologies’ products that enable Avaya customers, partners, and service providers to quickly and inexpensively realize the security and trouble resolution benefits of the Avaya Secure Access Link (SAL) platform.

New EMCON® TEMPEST Semi-Rugged Notebook to be Showcased at CANSEC 2012

ORLANDO, FL and OTTAWA — May 15, 2012 —API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API” or the “Company”), a leading provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, announced today the availability of the EMCON® TEMPEST S400 Semi-Rugged Notebook. This 14-inch widescreen laptop with HD graphics meets the requirements of NSTISSAM 1-92, Level 1; CID09/15A, Level 1; and NATO SDIP-27, Level A.  It will be showcased at CANSEC 2012 (Booth #1505), May 30-31, 2012 at the CE Centre in Ottawa.

Cryptek™ TEMPEST TelePresence EX 90 Now in Production

ORLANDO, FL  — May 8, 2012 — API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API” or the “Company”), a provider of electronic systems, subsystems, RF, and secure systems for defense, aerospace, and commercial applications, announced today it is now shipping the Cryptek™ TEMPEST TelePresence EX 90 System. This Cryptek TEMPEST EX 90 is based on the Cisco® TelePresence EX 90 and meets NSTISSAM 1-92, Level 1 and NATO SDIP-27, Level A standards while delivering face-to-face communications in an office or small conference room environment.

API Technologies Receives $1.6 Million Order to Provide Engineered Solutions for Transportation Systems

ORLANDO, FL– (PRNewswire) – May 7, 2012 – API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API”, “API Technologies”, or the “Company”), a provider of electronic systems, subsystems, RF, and secure solutions for the defense, aerospace, and commercial industries, today announced that is has received a new $1.6 million order to provide engineered solutions for critical transportation applications. This order includes the manufacture of highly technological electronics, including advanced circuit boards and assemblies, and will be delivered a global Fortune 50 customer.

“The award represents an expansion of this transportation customer's long-time relationship with API," said Bel Lazar, President and Chief Operating Officer of API Technologies. “Our growing presence within the industrial arena is a reflection of our high-reliability products and the quality services we deliver."

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API Technologies’ Wesson Facility Recognized as “Corporate Business of the Year” from the Chamber of Commerce

ORLANDO, FL – May 3, 2012 – API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API”, “API Technologies”, or the “Company”), a provider of electronic systems, subsystems, RF, and secure solutions for the defense, aerospace, and commercial industries, today announced that its manufacturing facility in Wesson, Mississippi was awarded “Corporate Business of the Year” by the Wesson Chamber of Commerce in Copiah County, Mississippi.

API Technologies Receives $1 Million Order to Provide Microwave Products for Commercial Airline Systems

ORLANDO, FL– (PRNewswire) – May 1, 2012 – API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API”, “API Technologies”, or the “Company”), a provider of electronic systems, subsystems, RF, and secure solutions for the defense, aerospace, and commercial industries, today announced that is has received a new $1 million order to provide high-reliability Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCOs) for use in commercial aircraft altimeter systems from one of the leading Fortune 100 global multinationals.

API Technologies Designs Intelligent 400 Hz Power Distribution Unit for Unmanned Aircraft System

ORLANDO, FL — April 30, 2012 — API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API” or the “Company”), a provider of electronic systems, subsystems, RF, and secure systems for defense, aerospace, and commercial applications, announced today that it has developed an intelligent power distribution unit (PDU) for an unmanned aircraft system (UAS). This new PDU was designed and is being manufactured by API’s Spectrum Power product line and will be used in a Department of Defense (DoD) project.

API Technologies to Present at Investor Conferences in May

ORLANDO, FL – (PRNewswire) – April 30, 2012 – API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API”, “API Technologies”, or the “Company”), a provider of electronic systems, subsystems, RF, and secure solutions for the defense, aerospace, and commercial industries, today announced that it will participate in three conferences for institutional investors during the month of May, as follows: