Nanometrics to Announce Second Quarter Financial Results on July 31, 2008

MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nanometrics Incorporated (Nasdaq:NANO), a leading supplier of advanced process control metrology equipment, will release its second quarter 2008 financial results after market close on July 31, 2008. A conference call to discuss the results will be held at 5 PM ET.

To participate in Nanometrics’ Second Quarter 2008 conference call:

Dial-In Number: 800-659-1966 / 617-614-2711 (Int'l)

Passcode: 13506760

A live webcast of the conference call can be accessed from Nanometrics’ website at www.nanometrics.com.

If you are unable to participate during the live conference call, a webcast recording will be made available on Nanometrics’ website.

About Nanometrics

Nanometrics is a leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of high-performance process control metrology systems used in semiconductor manufacturing. Nanometrics standalone and integrated metrology systems measure various thin film properties, critical dimensions, overlay control and optical, electrical and material properties, including the structural composition of silicon and compound semiconductor devices, during various steps of the manufacturing process. These systems enable semiconductor manufacturers to improve yields, increase productivity and lower their manufacturing costs. The company maintains its headquarters in Milpitas, California, with sales and service offices worldwide. Nanometrics is traded on NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol NANO. Nanometrics’ website is http://www.nanometrics.com.