SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Ultratech, Inc. (Nasdaq: UTEK), a leading supplier of lithography and laser-processing systems used to manufacture semiconductor devices and high-brightness LEDs (HB-LEDs), today announced that it was highlighted by FORTUNE Magazine as one of the "100 Fastest-Growing Companies" in its September 24, 2012 issue. Listed No. 31 in the profit growth category and ranked No. 49( )overall, Ultratech was listed in the top 100 publicly traded companies. According to FORTUNE's report, over a 3-year average Ultratech realized 25 percent revenue growth, 84 percent profit growth and 37 percent total return.

FORTUNE ranked publicly traded companies based on a three-year annualized revenue growth, earnings growth, and stock price total return for the period ended June 29, 2012. The overall rank is based on the sum of the three individual ranks. Once the 100 companies are identified, they are then re-ranked within the 100, using the three equally weighted variables.

Ultratech Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Arthur W. Zafiropoulo stated, "Every year FORTUNE Magazine posts its annual list of the top 100 company high achievers, and it is an honor for Ultratech to be included in this year's list. Ultratech's ranking in the top 50 of the 100 fastest-growing companies validates our corporate strategy to deliver superior growth and financial performance through technology leadership in multiple markets. We are a pioneer of laser processing and leader in the advanced packaging and high-brightness LED markets. As a result, Ultratech's early R&D investments and technology developments are now an important contributor to the mobile device era and the transition to LED lighting. We are honored by this recognition from FORTUNE and will continue to implement our strategy to develop technology solutions that deliver long-term growth for Ultratech's investors."

FORTUNE's "100 Fastest-Growing Companies" article and selection methodology can be found at:
http://money.cnn.com/magazines/fortune/fastest-growing/2012/snapshots/49.html

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About Ultratech: Ultratech, Inc. (Nasdaq: UTEK) designs, manufactures and markets photolithography and laser processing equipment. Founded in 1979, the company's market-leading advanced lithography products deliver high throughput and production yields at a low, overall cost of ownership for bump packaging of integrated circuits and high-brightness LEDs (HB-LEDs). A pioneer of laser processing, Ultratech developed laser spike anneal technology, which increases device yield, improves transistor performance and enables the progression of Moore's Law for 32-nm and below production of state-of-the-art consumer electronics. Visit Ultratech online at: www.ultratech.com.

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