Advanced Technology Services Honored with EDC Growth and Innovation Award
Economic Development Council Recognizes ATS for Exceptional Service and Standards
June 26, 2006, Peoria, IL

Advanced Technology Services, Inc., (ATS), the industry leader in managed production equipment maintenance, industrial parts repair and innovative IT solutions, is pleased to announce it has been recognized by the Economic Development Council (EDC) of Central Illinois as a recipient of the 2006 EDC Growth and Innovation Award.

The EDC, in cooperation with Peoria County, presents the EDC Growth and Innovation Award annually to a company that has made exemplary contributions to the region while upholding standards of excellence in its products, services and employees.

"We are proud to be recognized so highly by our own community," said Jeffrey Owens, President of ATS. "The EDC Growth and Innovation Award not only indicates our success, it also recognizes our commitment to developing the workforce of the future."

Recipients of the EDC Growth and Innovation Award exhibit characteristics such as innovative technology, competitive advancement, operational investment, community leadership, economic diversification, regional expansion and represent the thriving business community to be found in the tri-county area.

About ATS
ATS makes factories run better. Advanced Technology Services, Inc. (ATS) improves productivity and profitability for many of the world's most respected manufacturers through the managed services of production equipment maintenance, information technology and spare parts repair. Founded in 1985, ATS employs over 1,500 people across the US and is a member of the National Association of Manufacturers. ATS is headquartered in Peoria, IL with offices and services centers located in Greenville, SC, Chicago, IL and Detroit, MI. For more information, visit the ATS Web site at www.AdvancedTech.com