Hardinge Inc. to Present at the 2012 Western New York Investors Conference

Hardinge Inc. to Present at the 2012 Western New York Investors Conference

Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ: HDNG) a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions, announced today that Richard L. Simons, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Edward J. Gaio, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will present to institutional investors and analysts at the 2012 Western New York Investors Conference on Friday, September 28, 2012, in Buffalo, New York. Hardinge’s presentation is scheduled to begin at 9:40 a.m. eastern time.

About Hardinge

Hardinge is a leading global designer and manufacturer of high precision, computer-controlled machine tool solutions developed for critical, hard to machine metal parts. The Company’s strategy is to leverage its global brand strength to further penetrate global market opportunities where customers will benefit from the technologically advanced, high quality, reliable equipment Hardinge produces. With approximately 75% of its sales outside the U.S., Hardinge serves the worldwide metal working market. Hardinge’s machine tool solutions can also be found in a broad base of industries to include aerospace, agricultural, automotive, construction, consumer products, defense, energy, medical, technology and transportation.

Hardinge applies its engineering design and manufacturing expertise in high performance machining centers, high-end cylindrical and jig grinding machines, SUPER-PRECISION^® and precision CNC lathes and technologically advanced workholding accessories. Hardinge has manufacturing operations in China, Switzerland, Taiwan, the United Kingdom and the United States.

The Company regularly posts information on its website: http://www.hardinge.com.

Hardinge Inc.
Edward J. Gaio, 607-378-4207
Chief Financial Officer
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Investor Relations:
Kei Advisors LLC
Deborah K. Pawlowski, 716-843-3908
dpawlowski@keiadvisors.com