BELLEVUE, WA — April 16, 2008 — Data-Linc Group, a long-time Rockwell Automation North America and Asia-Pacific Encompass Partner, announced it has been awarded the distinction of Global Partner with its acceptance into the Europe-Middle East-Africa (EMEA) Program.

The Encompass Partner Program, designed to identify, qualify and jointly market third-party manufactured products that support world-class Rockwell Automation equipment, is divided into three regions – the Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Encompass products are referenced in one, two or all three regions depending on a partner’s ability to provide sales and support in a region. This resource-rich combination of Rockwell Automation and global, regional and local service partners ensures that clients have greater flexibility, productivity, and lower total cost of ownership – and the confidence that rises from knowing support comes from premier global suppliers.

Data-Linc is one of 21 companies to have achieved Rockwell’s Global Partnership status, a testimony to exceptional performance with an array of excellent product options, customer/technical support and distribution channels worldwide.

“Because Rockwell Automation only selects companies which have demonstrated that they are ‘the best in their industries,’ Data-Linc is extremely proud to be a member of this elite group,” stated Hal Williams, Data-Linc’s General Manager & Director. “This recognition of the depth, breadth and quality of our data communication products and service is truly a great tribute. Ever since Data-Linc became a Rockwell Automation Encompass Program Partner in 1995, our organizations have had a close working relationship, providing solutions with the highest standard of design, products and service. As the world need for industrial automation expands, we look forward to continuing our relationship with Rockwell Automation on a global level that coordinates integrated, innovative solutions and fosters success for our customers worldwide.”

By using an Encompass^TM Product Partner in the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork^TM, customers can quickly locate data communication products that complement Rockwell products to best solve any application challenges. These products are critical components and connectivity solutions that extend and enhance Rockwell Automation installations. Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a leading global provider of industrial automation power, control and information solutions that help manufacturers achieve a competitive advantage for their businesses. The company brings together leading global brands in industrial automation that include Allen-Bradley® controls and services and Rockwell Software® factory management software. Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, the company employs about 20,000 people serving customers in more than 80 countries.

About the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork
Data-Linc Group is part of the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork™ program, which includes business enterprise, sales and solutions, and product and technology partners. Through collaboration with Rockwell Automation, Data-Linc helps its customers improve time to market, lower total cost of ownership, better manage assets and lower manufacturing business risk. For more information, visit www.rockwellautomation.com/partners/