Presstek, Inc. Selects KPMG LLP as Independent Auditors

HUDSON, N.H., June 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Presstek, Inc. , a leading manufacturer and marketer of high tech digital imaging solutions for the graphic arts and laser imaging markets, today announced that the Company's Board of Directors, through its Audit Committee, has selected KPMG LLP as the Company's independent auditors for fiscal 2006.

"KPMG LLP was chosen after a thorough evaluation process that included several top firms," said Steven N. Rappaport, Chairman of the Audit Committee. "As the Company's business continues to expand both domestically and internationally, we believe that KPMG is the best choice for Presstek, with over 90,000 professionals within member firms in 144 countries."

Moosa E. Moosa, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, added, "As one of the 'Big Four' accounting firms, KPMG brings a talent pool that will well-serve Presstek's auditing needs."

About Presstek

Presstek, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and marketer of environmentally responsible high-tech digital imaging solutions to the graphic arts and laser imaging markets. Presstek's patented DI(R), CTP and plate products provide a streamlined workflow in a chemistry-free environment, thereby reducing printing cycle time and lowering production costs. Presstek solutions are designed to make it easier for printers to cost effectively meet increasing customer demand for high-quality, shorter print runs and faster turnaround while providing improved profit margins.

Presstek subsidiary Precision Lithograining Corporation is a manufacturer of high-quality digital and conventional printing plate products, including Presstek's award-winning, chemistry-free Anthem plate. Presstek subsidiary Lasertel, Inc., manufactures semiconductor laser diodes for Presstek's and external customers' applications.

For more information visit http://www.presstek.com/, or call 603-595-7000 or email: [e-mail].

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CONTACTS: Moosa E. Moosa Jane Miller Executive Vice President/ Corporate Relations Manager Chief Financial Officer [phone] x 3346 [phone] Email: [e-mail]