MINNEAPOLIS — (BUSINESS WIRE) — November 12, 2019 — Nortech Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq: NSYS), a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing solutions for complex electromechanical products, reported net sales of $30.1 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2019, compared with $29.6 million for the third quarter of 2018.

Operating income for the third quarter of 2019 was $713,000, which is a 10% increase compared to operating income of $649,000 for the third quarter of 2018. Net income for the third quarter of 2019 was $413,000, or $0.16 per diluted common share. This is a 13% increase compared to net income for third quarter of 2018 of $364,000, or $0.14 per diluted common share. September 30, 2019 backlog was $58.1 million vs. $43.1 million on September 30, 2018.

“We are pleased with our third quarter improvements in margin and operating income. Revenue met our expectations and our margins were positively impacted by the continuation of strategic operational efficiencies while we manage through component shortages,” said Jay D. Miller, president and CEO. “We continue to expect to deliver on our backlog for the remainder of the year, which is amongst the highest Nortech backlog in 10 years.”

The mission of Nortech Systems is to be the most trusted, innovative, and nimble design and manufacturing services and solutions provider, while taking great care of its employees, customers, and supplier partners.

About Nortech Systems Incorporated Nortech Systems is a leading provider of design and manufacturing solutions for complex electromechanical systems, assemblies, and components. Nortech Systems primarily serves the medical, aerospace & defense, and industrial markets. Its design services span concept development to commercial design, and include software, electrical, mechanical, and biomedical engineering. Its manufacturing and supply chain capabilities are vertically integrated around wire/cable/interconnect assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, as well as system-level assembly, integration, and final test. Headquartered in Maple Grove, Minn., Nortech currently has seven manufacturing locations and design centers across the U.S., Latin America, and Asia. Nortech Systems is traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the symbol NSYS. Nortech’s website is www.nortechsys.com.

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