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2001: Swiftech develops a patent for a helicoid pin to improve its heatsink dissipation characteristics, and pioneers several groundbreaking technologies or implementations never used before in cooling personal computer: (1) copper-based heatsink fan; (2) oversized 80mm fans; (3) high speed fans; (4) advanced highly flat heatsink base with lapping; (5) secure retention system to motherboard with proprietary retention mechanism to compensate for the high weight of the heatsink fan devices. 2002: A US Patent is obtained for the Helicoid pin technology in November 2002. Swiftech anticipates Intel recapturing the enthusiast market and develops advanced heatsink solutions for the Intel Pentium 4 processor. This results in the beginning of Swiftech's cooperation with large OEM's. Swiftech reinforces its performance leadership and diversifies its advanced thermal management offering by intensifying focus on liquid cooling solutions. 2003: William Adams joins Swiftech as VP engineering, and develops a comprehensive testing facility unmatched in the industry. The MCX "V" series line of heatsinks is created to improve heatsink performance at low noise levels. The H20 line of liquid cooling products acquires an industrial dimension thanks to strategic partnerships with high-volume manufacturing facilities. 2004: A major chip manufacturer becomes Swiftech's largest account. OEM agreements are concluded with Voodoo PC, Corsair Memory, and an exclusive distribution agreement is concluded with the pump manufacturer Laing Thermotech. The H20 series liquid cooling kits garner more industry recognition awards than any other product in the Company's history. Gross revenues increase by 37% compared to 2003. 2005: Swiftech becomes a publicly traded Company, and is listed on the "Pink Sheets" stock exchange under the trading sympol RCHN.pk. The company transfers a large portion of its manufacturing operations to China for high volume production.