Now, Whirlpool home appliances is forging an even
closer bond with consumers through a new series of Podcasts that delve into
such diverse family issues as parenting, career , health and relationships. "We know that there is more to our consumers than their
appliance purchase decisions. Future Podcasts will cover everything from dealing with
infertility to raising teens and children with special needs.923.

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About MEMS
MEMS is an approach to fabrication that uses, as a basis, the materials
and processes of microelectronics fabrication and conveys the advantages of
miniaturization, multiple components and microelectronics to the design and
construction of integrated microstructures and electromechanical systems.S.

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"While each Podcast
tells one person 's individual story, there are many universal truths that run
throughout the series and paint a real portrait of families in America today,"
said Reed-Granger.

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Brooke. The groups noted a critical lack of
MEMS characterization tools and subsequent impact on the successful
commercialization of MEMS devices, especially for smaller companies. Notable is that there were more
announcements by end-use customers about the integration of MEMS into their
products than ever before.

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New Series of Podcasts Explores The American Family

Additional information about the company can be found on the Internet at
http://www.

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MEMS Industry Group Releases Its Latest Industry Report -- Focus on Accelerated Lifetime Test Examines Latest Research Trends Statistics

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MIG's "2005 Industry Report -- Focus on ALT" contains comprehensive
research, including ALT findings and recommendations from working groups at
MIG's premier conference, METRIC 2004.

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New Podcasts will be posted every Monday and Thursday morning on
whirlpool.755. An in-
depth analysis of an industry-wide MEMS survey on ALT revealed that a vast
majority of MEMS designers and suppliers perform ALT; however the majority of
those tests are custom-designed to meet customer requirements. Additionally ,
the report includes a first-of-its-kind MEMS case study of Texas Instruments'
reliability practices in developing and manufacturing their MEMS products.

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There will also
be special American Family Podcast events throughout the year, featuring in-
depth conversations with experts on a variety of subjects related to parenting
and homelife.

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Contact:
Audrey Reed-Granger Brooke Blashill
Director of Public Relations, Whirlpool Zeno for Whirlpool
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Launching this week on whirlpool. The company markets Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Brastemp , Bauknecht,
Consul and other major brand names to consumers in more than 170 countries.

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, Keeping a finger on the
pulse of the American family has been a key component of Whirlpool brand's
ability to develop innovative, relevant products throughout the company's
nearly 100-year history.
The report is available to MIG members.

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Also part of the report is a state of the industry summation by Marlene
Bourne , senior analyst for Reed In-Stat.

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To join the MEMS Industry Group,
contact MIG at (412) 390 1644 or email info@memsindustrygroup.

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MIG's quarterly industry statistics surveys found
that while most companies are still shipping small units they are making
slightly more revenue off of their MEMS products this year and are looking to
hire more people in the coming months. MEMS
is an enabling technology that supports and creates numerous functions in
diverse industries. MIG is currently comprised of 70 member
companies, including Bosch, Honeywell, Intel, Texas Instruments, Northrop
Grumman, and Samsung.

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Whirlpool(R) Home Appliances Gets to the Heart of Family Matters

BENTON HARBOR, Mich.com/family, the 30-minute Podcasts
feature real, everyday people talking about the joys and challenges that they
face as they raise families, build loving relationships, create a fulfilling
career and homelife, and try to live an authentic life.com/family. PITTSBURGH , The MEMS Industry Group (MIG), the
trade association representing the MEMS and microstructures industries, is
pleased to announce the release of its "2005 Industry Report -- Focus on
Accelerated Lifetime Test (ALT).

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While future Podcasts might address specific
Whirlpool products, this initial series on the American Family will simply
serve as an opportunity for our consumers to connect with the company -- and
each other -- on a deeper level.
MEMS and microstructures industries. The Association enables the exchange of
non-propriety information among members; provides reliable industry data that
furthers the development of technology; and works with legislators,
policymakers and others toward the greater commercial development and use of
MEMS and MEMS-enabled devices.

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Highlights from the
initial episodes include:
-- An Ohio mom shares her thoughts as she feathers an empty nest for the
first time
-- A young North Carolina couple discusses the transition from newlyweds
to parents-to-be
-- A Minnesota dad tells why he has decided to buck tradition as a stay-
at-home father
-- A thirty-something career woman from Chicago talks about what it's
like to live the ultimate balancing act, dividing her time between
work and raising three young kids
-- An Arkansas woman tells the poignant story of caring for her aging
mother, who is suffering from Alzheimer's
-- A Texas teacher discusses what parents can do to get more involved in
their children's educations, and the realities of teacher burnout

The Podcasts are hosted by Audrey Reed-Granger, director of consumer
insight for Whirlpool brand and a journalist by training.whirlpoolcorp.

About MEMS Industry Group
MEMS Industry Group (MIG) is the trade association representing the U.

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About the Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of
major home appliances, with annual sales of over $13 billion, 68,000
employees , and nearly 50 manufacturing and technology research centers around
the globe.