WILLIAM C. HUCK - CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

"It is better to travel with hope than to arrive," said Robert Lewis Stevenson.

The men and women of Applied Fiberoptics epitomize Stevenson's thought. It was their desire to continually improve medical technology that led to the development of such breakthrough products as the Gemini, the pioneer in lightweight headlight systems, which offers the surgeon superior illumination at the operative sight and unparalleled comfort during long procedures.

Since 1970, Applied Fiberoptics has been a pioneer in fiberoptic surgical illumination systems. We take very seriously our responsibility to surgeons, their patients, and the hospitals and surgery centers that demand the best at a cost-effective price. That sense of responsibility extends to our employees and suppliers as well, all of whom seek a challenge to excel. We believe that the quality of our products reflects that sense of responsibility.

We pledge to continue to concentrate our energies to be a responsible employer, supplier and member of the medical device industry, and to constantly improve the state of our technology. In short, we continue to "travel with hope" to provide all our customers the very best.

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R. GREGORY  HUCK - NATIONAL SALES & MARKETING MANAGER