ORLANDO, FL – API Technologies Corp. , a provider of electronic systems, subsystems, RF, and secure systems for defense, aerospace, and commercial applications, announced today the availability of its newest technology aimed at improving the repeatability and sensitivity of Raman spectroscopy analysis . The product, Solas™, is currently offered as a “Surface Enhanced Raman Scattering” (SERS) substrate designed for use with a variety of existing Raman systems.

“Solas is a unique SERS substrate that offers the best repeatability and sensitivity of any SERS substrate on the market today,” said Bryan Ray, Ph.D., Product Manager, API Technologies. “It can be used in virtually any existing Raman reader and has a price point much lower than its closest competitor while also improving the repeatability of results. “

Raman spectroscopy is a vibrational spectroscopy technique used to identify molecules. SERS is an advanced Raman technique that enhances the Raman signal of a compound on or near certain metal surfaces. Specific applications for SERS technology includes detecting trace elements in forensic lab testing, environmental contaminants in water, melamine in milk, explosive residues, and road-side drug detection.

Orders are currently being accepted for the Solas substrate. Complete Raman systems and adapters for use with existing systems will be available this fall. Additional information can be found at www.apitech.com/solas. To place an order, please contact API at +1 814-467-9060, or e-mail sales@apitech.com.

About API Technologies Corp.

The Company, through its subsidiaries, designs, develops and manufactures electronic systems, subsystems, RF and secure solutions for technically demanding defence, aerospace and commercial applications. API Technologies’ customers include many leading Fortune 500 companies. API Technologies trades on the NASDAQ under the symbol ATNY. For further information, please visit the company website at www.apitechnologies.com .