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{customer, product, revenue}

{product, market, service}

{property, intellectual, protect}

{acquisition, growth, future}

{personnel, key, retain}

{operation, international, foreign}

{product, liability, claim}

{stock, price, share}

{cost, operation, labor}

Fluctuations in foreign exchange rates could materially affect our reported results. The loss of a large customer could have an adverse effect on our operating results. The failure of a key supplier to deliver quality product in a timely manner or our inability to obtain components for our products could adversely affect our operating results. Our business could suffer if we lose the services of, or fail to attract, key personnel. Our products may contain design or manufacturing defects, which could result in reduced demand, significant delays, or substantial costs. Our failure to accurately forecast customer demand could result in inventory obsolescence and resulting charges. Our failure to develop new products and to respond to technological changes could result in the loss of our market share and a decrease in our revenues. If we fail to successfully defend our intellectual property, our competitive position and operating results could suffer. Our company may be subject to costly litigation. Increased competition may result in decreased demand or prices for our products and services. Implementation of our acquisition strategy may not be successful, which could affect our ability to increase our revenue or profitability. Attractive acquisition opportunities may not be available to us. The trading price of our common stock may be volatile.

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