Hexcel Structures Orders Metron G2 Laser Scanner for 3D Verification of Composite Parts

SEATTLE, Wash. May 15, 2006 — Hexcel Structures, a leading manufacturer of aerospace components, has ordered a laser scanning system from Metron Systems. The system will allow Hexcel to rapidly verify the 3-dimentional quality of composite parts, thereby decreasing inspection time and increasing the quality of the company's manufacturing processes.

According to production managers at Hexcel, Metron’s unique combination of accuracy, field-of-view and the ability to measure glossy composite parts, will allow Hexcel to improve efficiency and accuracy plus meet or exceed customer requirements.

About Hexcel
Hexcel Structures is focused on the production of composite structural and interior components for new commercial and military aircraft. It is a unit of Hexcel Corporation, the world's leading advanced structural materials company. Hexcel designs, manufactures and markets lightweight, high reinforcement products, composite materials and engineered products for use in commercial aerospace, space and defense, electronics, general industrial, and recreation applications.

About Metron
Metron Systems (www.metronsys.com) is a leader in digital shape measurement and analysis. Metron's laser scanning system allows customers to accelerate their design-build cycles and ensure quality at every step of the manufacturing process. Metron customers benefit from unprecedented time savings, fast learning curves, increased productivity, and high levels of user satisfaction. Metron is headquartered in Snoqualmie Ridge, Washington, about 25 miles east of Seattle.