Round Rock, TX -- In response to mounting pressure from environmentalists, Dell is lowering its cost of recycling for businesses and consumers.
 
For a limited time, Dell will refurbish or re-cycle an unlimited number of old computer systems with no upfront cost (provided the technology meets certain specifications). Asset Recovery Services will remove customers' old hardware and refurbish or recycle it based on strict environmental guidelines.
 
Dell has also reduced the price of computer recycling for consumers from $15 to $10. The company continues to offer free recycling to consumers who purchase new desktop or notebook computers. Its global donation partner, the National
Cristina Foundation, also offers U.S. consumers a no-charge donation program for used computers.
 
According to a report on MSNBC this morning, electronics waste activists actively campaigned for the recycling improvements, and are now seeking to target cell phone manufacturers and Apple Computer for its iPod gadgets.

MANSFIELD, TX - FCI Electronics, a supplier of high-speed connectors, named Mouser Electronics as a global distributor.

FCI makes connectors, mod jacks, sockets, and other components for BGAs, backplanes and other electronics assemblies.

Mouser Electronics, a privately-held company and subsidiary of TTI, has a base of over 100,000 business customer and focuses on design and prototyping.

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TORONTO -- Celestica Inc., a top EMS provider, today announced first-quarter revenue of $2.15 billion, up 7% from 2004. The GAAP net loss for the quarter ended March 31 was $11.6 million, versus a loss of $12.1 million last year.

The company took $31.9 million in restructuring charges during the quarter.

The results were in line with Jan. 27 revenue guidance of $2 billion to $2.23 billion.

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