Entivity Partners with Viewtronix to Introduce a Fully Integrated Automated Control System

Ann Arbor, MI - August 10, 2001 Entivity, A Phoenix Contact Company, the leading supplier of PC-based automation and control software, has announced a partnership agreement with Viewtronix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Xycom Automation, also based in Ann Arbor, MI, to offer a fully integrated control solution based on Entivity's Studio control software and Viewtronix Shoebox industrial computer system.

Entivity's Studio product, with integrated Visio technology for control logic and HMI, combines advanced control and information technologies to equip users with the most complete and comprehensive software solution. Built-in productivity analysis, enterprise connectivity, and transparent scalability across the full range of Microsoft Windows platforms, combine to dramatically accelerate automation implementation.

"Many of our customers requested a ruggedized PC, yet do not want a fully integrated flat screen. Additionally, we have many customers that use a white box, but need an independent external ruggedized display. The Viewtronix partnership allows us to provide both these full solutions to our customers, from a single source..", said Jeff Fisher, VP of Sales for Entivity.

The "shoebox" PC is a PC system designed for panel mount or tabletop mounting. It has a full 800Mhz Intel Pentium III processor running with Windows 2000, and is designed to meet the needs of OEMs using Windows based software programs.

"We are pleased to offer a proven, robust solution through our partnership with Xycom and Viewtronix", said Ken Spenser, President & CEO of Entivity. "Our industry leading control and visualization software, combined with Viewtronix Industrial PC's provides customers with a broad selection of product configurations which have been proven in very demanding applications."

Nic Gihl, President of ProFace America, owner of Xycom and Viewtronix states: "Our purchase of Viewtronix is further validated by the partnership with Entivity. We continue to offer our customers the most complete line of PC Control solutions by utilizing the best software and hardware platforms. We are pleased to strengthen our relationship with Entivity."

About Entivity

Entivity delivers software and web-enabled services that dramatically improve productivity in the development, deployment and operation of automated material handling and manufacturing systems. Unlike traditional automation suppliers with proprietary architectures, Entivity is focused on intuitive, open architecture solutions that readily integrate with hardware and software components from virtually all suppliers. Entivity's software and service products accelerate system implementation while closing the traditional gap between automation and information systems. For additional information, visit the Entivity web site at www.entivity.com or call 800-722-6875.

About Pro-face America, Inc.

Founded in January 1999, Pro-face America, Inc. is a majority-owned subsidiary of Digital Electronics Corporation based in Osaka, Japan. Pro-face America, the North American headquarters of Digital, is located in Glendale Heights, IL. For more information on Pro-face America, visit www.profaceamerica.com.

About Viewtronix, Inc.

Viewtronix, founded in 1997, is a leading supplier of display monitor and computer packaging technology for industry. Viewtronix employees have over 50 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, and servicing equipment for the industrial workstation market. For more information about Viewtronix products, visit www.viewtronix.com.

About Xycom Automation, Inc.

Xycom Automation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Pro-face America, Inc., and provides marketing and sales for all Pro-face products in North, Central, and South America, and all Xycom products worldwide. Xycom Automation is one of the leading global suppliers of innovative industrial automation solutions. Principal products include PC-based, open architecture visualization and control offerings. Xycom products serve industrial, automotive, aerospace, packaging, plastics, textile, and other markets, with hardware and software installed in over 200,000 factory-floor systems worldwide. Headquartered in Saline, Michigan, Xycom has employees and representatives around the world.