Press Release

Horizon Technology, Inc., Selected to Join the Inc. 5,000
Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the U.S.

Salem, NH, October 5, 2010 — Horizon Technology, Inc. a leading manufacturer of Automated Sample Preparation Systems for Analytical Testing Laboratories, has met another successful milestone, and has been inducted into this year’s 2010 Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America.

The Inc. 5,000, is an extension of Inc. Magazine’s annual Inc. 500 list, and recognizes the most dynamic, growing entrepreneurial companies that are changing the business landscape. Companies are ranked according to the percentage growth of their revenue from 2006 through 2009. Companies must be based in the United States, independent and privately held, with a full four-year sales history.

“The leaders of the companies on this year’s Inc. 5000 have figured out how to grow their businesses during the longest recession since the Great Depression,” said Inc. president Bob LaPointe. “The 2010 Inc. 5000 showcases a particularly hardy group of entrepreneurs.”

Robert S. Johnson, Founder & CEO, of Horizon Technology comments, “We are thrilled to be recognized for our well-planned, strategic growth, while maintaining our mission to the continuous development of innovative products and the highest level of service and commitment to our customers.”

About Inc.

Inc., is the only major business magazine dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies, and delivers real solutions for today's innovative company builders. It provides hands-on tools and market-tested strategies for managing people, finances, sales, marketing, and technology. A Mansueto Ventures LLC publication, Inc., inspires and informs, with cutting-edge coverage that reflects their readers' energy, brashness, and imagination. To learn more go to: http://www.inc.com/inc5000/

About Horizon Technology

Horizon Technology is a leading manufacturer of Automated Sample Preparation Systems for the analysis of organic compounds in aqueous samples and Oil & Grease testing. Environmental Monitoring, Industrial Chemical, Petrochemical, Utility, Food /Beverage, Municipal, and Government testing laboratories for semi-volatile organic compounds, PCB's, TPH, PAH's, Pesticides, Explosives, Hormones, Pharmaceutical By-Products, and Oil & Grease have found our complete, automated sample preparation systems increase productivity, improve the accuracy and consistency of their results, reduce harmful solvent exposure and emissions and lower laboratory operating costs.

To learn more about Horizon Technology, Inc,. visit http://www.horizontechinc.com or call 1-800.997.2997.