Princeton Junction, NJ, June 30, 2004- The Independent Distributors of Electronics Association (IDEA), a non-profit trade association that represents the independent market segment, recently welcomed five new general members, or independent electronics distributors.

General Members (independent electronics distributors):

• Capital Components: Irvine, CA
• Computer Components Ltd.: Devon, England
• Fusion Trade, Inc.: Andover, MA
• Harry Krantz Co. LLC: Garden City Park, NY
• SND Electronics Inc.: Greenwich, CT

"After a year in existence, IDEA has successfully established itself as the voice of the independent distribution channel and membership continues to grow," said Nick Davis, president, IDEA. "With the development of the European Development Committee and our initiative to exceed borders and boundaries, IDEA has enlisted support from European distributors. We are hopeful of the positive effect this will bring upon the association and its mission."

To learn more about IDEA membership, please visit the website at www.IDofEA.org.

About IDEA

Based in Buena Park, CA, the Independent Distributors of Electronics Association (IDEA) is a non-profit trade association that represents the independent distributor market segment with a cohesive voice, raising quality through the establishment of standards, and educating members and those who are willing to take the necessary steps to meet these standards. The organization, which is run by a board representing both large and small distributors in the independent distribution industry, provides a vehicle for customers who share the same quality, business and ethical standards to identify quality distributors from which to buy.