Key Technology Posts New Investor Presentation on Website

NOVEMBER 6, 2008 -- Key Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: KTEC) today announced the posting of a new investor presentation on the Investor Relations page of the Company’s website located at www.key.net/investors.  The company overview was prepared in connection with presentations at the AeA Classic Financial Conference in San Diego, California on November 4-5, 2008.  The presentation, made by David Camp, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Jack Ehren, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, provides an overview of the Company’s competitive landscape, market opportunities, financial performance, and strategic focus.

About Key Technology
Key Technology, Inc., headquartered in Walla Walla, Washington, is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of process automation systems for the food processing and industrial markets.  The Company’s products integrate electro-optical inspection and sorting, specialized conveying and product preparation equipment, which allow processors to improve quality, increase yield and reduce cost.  Key has manufacturing facilities in Washington, Oregon, and the Netherlands, and worldwide sales and service coverage.

Contact:
David Camp
President and Chief Executive Officer
Key Technology, Inc.
509-394-3362