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Michelle Sparks

Data-Linc Group
(425) 882-2206

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Data-Linc Group Appointed Siemens Product Partner

March 16, 2001– Redmond, WA– Data-Linc Group, the leader in industrial data communications, is pleased to announce that Siemens Energy and Automation, Inc. has appointed Data-Linc Group as a Siemens Product Partner.

The Siemens Partners Program, an initiative of Siemens Energy and Automation, identifies and partners with technology leaders in the automation market. Siemens partners with companies to share critical technology and provide innovative solutions that extend the value of Totally Integrated Automation. Data-Linc is certified for use with the Siemens SINAUT ST7 (telecontrol system).

Data-Linc Group’s wireless data communication technology, including serial and Ethernet modems, allied with Siemens industrial automation software and hardware, will offer customers innovative, emerging technologies. The Siemens and Data-Linc partnership provides customers scalable, reliable and complete automation solutions.

"We are very pleased to strengthen our relationship with someone as well respected in the area of industrial data communications as Data-Linc," stated Dave Smith, Alliance Manager for Siemens. "Both companies enjoy the position of sponsoring very high technology solutions that add measurable value. This partnership will serve our customers well."

About Data-Linc Group
Founded in 1988, Data-Linc Group is the leading provider of industrial data communication solutions. Data-Linc designs and manufactures high performance, superior quality modems for a broad range of industrial applications. Their complete line of industrial grade modems and networking products consistently provide reliable, robust data communications even in the most demanding environments. For more information, please contact us via , visit www.data-linc.com or call (425) 882-2206 Pacific Coast Time.

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