New, SCP-709 Provides an Invisible Code
that is Only Seen Under Ultra-Violet Light

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, April 2003 - Matthews International Corporation offers a new ink for both porous and non-porous substrates.

SCP-709, an ink sensitive to ultra-violet (UV) light rays, was recently launched. This new ink was developed for consumer product manufacturers who wish to internally track date and batch codes of various components without disturbing the appearance of their product. SCP-709 is virtually invisible without the use of UV light. Recent test marking has proven excellent adhesion on a variety of substrates including wood, metal, paper, and fabric. When used with the S.C.I. F.I. 3200 printer, date and batch codes can be easily marked without disturbing graphics or the look of a product. Invisible marks are also very useful for security marking applications throughout the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries.

For additional information please contact: Matthews International Corporation, Marking Products Division, 6515 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. Telephone: 412-665-2500 Fax: 412-665-2550 Internet: www.matthewsmarking.com.