Entivity Selects Top Service Providers to Expand Channel and Increase the Profitability and Productivity of its Customers

Ann Arbor, MI - May 24, 2001 Entivity, A Phoenix Contact Company, the leading supplier of PC-based automation and control software, has recently signed agreements with approximately twenty-five high performance Entivity Service Providers (ESPs) to carry Entivity products and services. Only organizations that have proven competency and success in the areas of automated material handling and manufacturing systems have been added to the sales channel, in accordance with the company's strict value-added model.

"ESPs selected by Entivity must have an established track record of providing complete PC-based automation solutions to their customer base," said Jeff Fisher, VP of Sales for Entivity. "We also look at their technical expertise, industry leadership, financial practices, and dedication to selling and supporting the Entivity solution."

ESPs are authorized sales and service representatives for Entivity's Think & Do® and Steeplechase® VLC PC-based control software and automation products, as well other Entivity products. ESPs are authorized to provide technical support and training, whenever and wherever needed. "We're pleased to have some exceptional ESPs in North America, Canada and Mexico," added Fisher, "and we continue to look for qualified organizations that meet our value-added concept to support Entivity's growing product line."

About Entivity

Entivity delivers software and web-enabled services that dramatically improve productivity in the development, deployment and operation ofautomated 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.