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APACN Expands Its Cable Assembly Line to Continue its Offering of Leading Edge Technology Solutions

Two new product lines will continue APACN's termination expertise in both indoor and outdoor environments

Minneapolis, MN, 6/23/05 (NASDAQ: APAT) - APA Cables & Networks (APACN), a leader in fiber management and termination solutions and wholly owned subsidiary of APA Enterprises (NASDAQ: APAT), has expanded its cable assembly product line to include two innovative products.

Ruggedized OSP Cable Assemblies
To combat the harsh environmental conditions inherent in many Fiber to the Premise deployments, APA Cables & Networks' ruggedized OSP cable assembly is optimized for use in extreme environments. The ruggedized OSP cable assembly provides unsurpassed performance and reliability by combining the unique termination expertise of APACN with fiber optic cable from Optical Cable Corporation . This cable assembly provides greater flexibility and higher crush resistance than standard fiber assemblies and is rated for use from -55 degrees C to +85 degrees C.

"Optical Cable Corporation and APA Cables & Networks teamed together to bring a fiber assembly to the market that offered a highly reliable solution for the OSP. Utilizing APACN's termination knowledge and Optical Cable Corporation's fiber cable reliability, the ruggedized fiber assembly offers a best-in-class solution for OSP deployments," commented Bob Booze, VP of Sales Northern USA, Optical Cable Corporation.

USA Made Category 6 Patchcords
APACN's Category 6 patchcords assure improved channel performance by using a controlled assembly process. Only select components are used, including Sentinel connectors, guaranteeing a new standard for superior cord performance. The APACN Category 6 patchcord features a "sliding" boot integrated to the inside of the connector housing which preserves the ability to use the product in a high-density application. Each cord is 100% patch tested and is manufactured in the U.S.A. Same day shipping is available for standard product which includes lengths of 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 20 and 25 feet in a color choice of blue, grey, black, white, green or yellow. Custom configurations are also available.

About APA Cables & Networks, Inc.
APA Cables & Networks designs and manufactures a complete line of passive fiber optic connectivity solutions centered upon its Fiber Distribution System (FDS). The FDS product-line supports a wide range of panel configurations, densities, connectors and adapter options and is offered alongside an assortment of passive optical components. In addition, APA Cables & Networks provides a complete line of fiber and copper assemblies for controlled and outside plant environments. APACN is a wholly owned subsidiary of APA Enterprises, Inc. www.apaenterprises.com

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