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(BW)(NORTECH-SYSTEMS)(NSYS) Nortech Systems, Inc. Completes Acquisition of
Zercom Corporation

         MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 4, 1996--Nortech Systems, Inc.
(Nasdaq: NSYS) has finalized the acquisition of Zercom Corporation, a division
of Communications Systems, Inc. (CSSI), Hector, MN.

         "We are extremely pleased to have completed this acquisition," said
Quent Finkelson, Chairman, President and CEO of Nortech Systems, Inc.  "The
addition of Zercom adds another dimension to our Contract Manufacturing business
allowing us to pursue Higher Level Assembly business from current and new
customers, which supports Nortech corporate strategies.  Zercom's proprietary
products also allow Nortech new market diversification.  We expect that Zercom
will positively contribute to revenue and earnings as we move forward."

         Finkelson said that Nortech intends to operate Zercom as an
independent division with locations in Merrifield and Aitkin, MN.

         Nortech Systems, Inc., based in Wayzata, MN, is a manufacturer of wire
harness, cable assemblies and electromechanical assemblies.  Nortech Systems'
Imaging Technologies Division manufactures proprietary large-screen, high
resolution video monitors for radar, document and medical imaging.

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         CONTACT:  Quent Finkelson
                   Nortech Systems, Inc.
                   612/473-4102