Transmission & Distribution World

NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2008 –- Arcadian Networks, Inc., a wireless communications carrier serving energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), announced the promotion of David Levine to Chief Financial Officer. Levine moved to this role from his position of Vice President of Finance.

“I am excited about the strategic direction of Arcadian Networks,” said Levine. “As we partner with energy companies across the United States, we will continue to deliver our value proposition to help customers reduce operational costs and increase reliability and efficiency.”

With more than 20 years in the telecommunications and utility industries, Levine’s management and finance experience ranges from small start-ups to publicly held companies. Prior to joining Arcadian Networks in 2006, Levine served as Controller of Con Edison Communications (now RCN Metro). The former telecommunications subsidiary of Consolidated Edison Inc. built and operated a fiber optic network that delivered managed data transport services and custom networks.

“Since joining Arcadian, Dave has been instrumental in building the financial organization and has effectively taken on increased responsibilities,” said Ed Solar, President and CEO of Arcadian Networks. “Dave’s extensive, hands-on industry experience and keen understanding of operations and financial strategies make him uniquely qualified to help expand our leadership role in the marketplace. I am confident he will be a tremendous asset as we continue to develop a robust business with long-term prospects.”

Levine began his career at PriceWaterhouse and he is a Certified Public Accountant. He attended Brown University and received an MBA and BBA from the Zicklin School of Business at Baruch College.

About Arcadian Networks

Arcadian Networks provides “last mile” wireless carrier services to the energy sector (electric, water, and gas utilities and oil and gas companies). The company’s 700 MHz licensed spectrum delivers a converged IP network with voice and data communications for fixed and mobile applications. The real-time broadband communications platform reduces operational costs, improves resiliency, and transforms electric grids into efficient “smart grids” and oil fields into optimized “smart fields”. For more information, please visit www.arcadiannetworks.com

Contact:

Joseph Zarb

Arcadian Networks

914-579-6300

joe.zarb@arcadiannetworks.com

Don McDonnell

The McDonnell Group, Inc.

404-583-0003

don@themcdonnellgroup.com

EDSA’s Paladin(R) Live(TM) is first power analytics software program to automatically calculate and present power efficiency ratings, using standards published by The Green Grid

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Aug. 21, 2008 — EDSA Corp., developers of the Paladin(R) platform of power analytics(TM) software, today announced the release of its Paladin(R) Live PUE-DCiE Advisor(TM) in support of the new electrical power efficiency standards developed by the global IT association, The Green Grid. The Green Grid is a collaborative organization of about 200 technology organizations, led by such firms as AT&T, Cisco, Dell, Hewlett-Packard, IBM, Intel, Microsoft, and others for whom mission-critical computing and environmental responsibility are driving corporate priorities.

To embrace the organization’s standards, EDSA’s Paladin Live power systems diagnostics platform has been enhanced to automatically present users with The Green Grid’s Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) and data center infrastructure efficiency (DCiE) ratings in real-time. Used in conjunction with Paladin Live’s new Paladin(R) BlackBoard(TM) option, users gain the valuable ability to take a baseline model of their operations, and - in real time — allow them to make changes or propose “what if” scenarios, allowing them to project the future impact of those changes on the calculation of PUE or DCiE.

“Because Paladin Live analyzes and diagnoses data center power infrastructure in real time every second - and down to the smallest detail - it presents facility operators with a wealth of vital information about system health, reliability, capacity, and energy efficiency to guide facility planning,” said Kevin Meagher, Chief Technology Officer for EDSA. “By pulling the data values needed to calculate energy utilization, and presenting that data in the manner specified by The Green Grid’s PUE and DCiE requirements, Paladin Live is the first commercial software product to present this crucial operating information automatically and provides the ability to project or see how changes will effect these critical metrics.”

One of the goals of The Green Grid’s PUE and DCiE standards is to devise a commonly-applicable formula for data centers that is easy to understand - like MPG is for cars - to enable operators to quickly estimate the energy efficiency of their data centers, compare the results against other data centers, and determine if any energy efficiency improvements can be made.

PUE and DCiE are defined as:

* PUE is the ratio of a facility’s total power to the power being drawn by IT equipment. The ratio is on an effective scale of 1.0 to 4.0 with a low score being most desirable; ideally, a facility’s score should be lower than 2.0.

* DCiE is the percentage of IT equipment power to total facility power (e.g. a DCiE of 33% means the IT equipment consumes one-third of the power in the facility.) The bigger the percentage, the better, e.g. DCiE of 33% is better than 25%.

“PUE and DCiE create a common reference point that make it possible for data center operators to start making important assessments of their facilities, as well as their going-forward strategies for reducing energy usage,” Meagher added. “Imagine trying to calculate the MPG for your car - or just knowing how many miles you have left before you run out of gas - without gauges to tell you how much gas you started with, how big your gas tank is, your speed, or how far you’ve driven. PUE and DCiE provide values for the variables that, until now, kept data center operators largely in the dark about their energy efficiency.”

The Paladin Live PUE-DCiE Advisor feature attacks the problem of energy inefficiency in two ways: first, the Company’s Paladin(r) DesignBase(TM) computer-aided design (CAD) modeler allows power systems engineers to design, simulate, and analyze the power systems model to optimize energy usage prior to construction. Once the facility is operational, EDSA’s Paladin(R) Live(TM) platform continually diagnoses the facility’s performance by benchmarking it back against the design model. This continual comparison of design specifications with actual operating parameters helps to ensure that anomalies are quickly identified, isolated, and resolved.

By presenting its findings in PUE and DCiE format, Paladin Live helps data center operators, for the first time, to make informed, real-time decisions about the energy efficiency of their facilities, and develop actionable strategies for ensuring that their operations are as failsafe and energy efficient as possible.

About EDSA Micro Corporation

EDSA develops software solutions for the computer-aided design, modeling, real-time analysis, energy management, and preventative maintenance of complex electrical power systems. For more than 25 years, the Company’s Paladin(r) software products have been used in thousands of commercial, industrial, governmental, and military applications worldwide, to protect more than $100 billion in customer assets, while reducing their energy consumption. Headquartered in San Diego, Calif., the Company maintains sales, distribution, and support offices around the world. For more information about EDSA and its products, visit www.edsa.com.

Note: EDSA, Paladin, and Power Analytics are trademarks of EDSA Micro Corporation.

Contact:

Jim Neumann, Vice President

EDSA Micro Corporation

858-675-9211 ext. 212

jneumann@edsa.com

www.edsa.com

Agency Contact:

PJ Jennings

Jennings & Associates Communications, Inc.

760-471-7376

pj@jandacommunications.comwww.jandacommunications.com

Foxborough, MA, Aug. 21, 2008 — The Simple Logger® II Model CL601 is a battery-powered, one channel recording device with an alkaline battery pack. Line tracking is performed such that 64 samples over one line cycle are taken. Harmonic measurements are calculated from these 64 samples. Frequency tracking is performed over the range of ±2Hz around the nominal line frequency (50 or 60Hz).

The Simple Logger® II Model CL601 records True RMS AC Current at user selectable rates from 8/second to 1 every seven days. Currents up to 600 AAC can be measured and recorded with 0.1A resolution 240,000 measurements can be stored.

The main advantage of the logger is its ability to perform a variety of recording tasks with easy and intuitive setup from a computer using DataView® software. This software also provides for Instrument Configuration, Data Analysis and Report Generation and is included free of charge.

Contact:

Kathleen Annis, Marketing Communications Manager

AEMC® Instruments

200 Foxborough Blvd.

Foxborough, MA 02035-2872

(508) 698-2115

(508) 698-2118 (fax)

kannis@aemc.com

Technical Contact:

Ray Brady, Technical Engineer

techsupport@aemc.com

Aug. 21, 2008 — Utility Equipment Leasing Corporation (UELC) is proud to announce they have incorporated Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles into their fleet of aerial lifts and digger derricks. UELC becomes the first to provide this type of hybrid system as a rental or lease to electric utilities around the nation.

“The push for environmentally friendly equipment is growing and with the price of gas continuing to rise, adding Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles to our fleet was important to show the utilities we understand the urgency for ‘greener’ equipment,” states Judie Taylor, President.

As a true hybrid, the unit provides launch assist and regenerative braking. This improves the fuel economy when the vehicle is driving, in addition to improving acceleration and reducing brake wear. In addition to the savings while driving, the PHEV can power all boom hydraulic functions and the climate control system for a full workday, without the use of the diesel engine. This means reduced noise from engine idle and elimination of any emissions while in battery mode.

UELC’s PHEV unit, a Terex TL50M, is currently on rent with Arizona Public Service in Phoenix, AZ.

With equipment ranging from aerial lifts, digger derricks, material handlers, cable pullers, and track vehicles, UELC’s rental and leasing options have proven to be a good business decision for contractors, municipalities, utilities, and other industries across the nation.

With headquarters in the Metro Milwaukee area, UELC has a nationwide network of service, ready to fulfill any utility equipment need.

To learn more about Utility Equipment Leasing Corporation, visit www.uelc.com or call 1-800-558-0999.

Contact:

Sarah Meekma

Senior Marketing Coordinator

Office: 262-547-8500

Email: sarah.meekma@uelc.com

Palmer Lake, CO, Aug. 21, 2008 — With new safety mandates being placed on all companies doing work with and around electricity, and safety material cost rising through the roof, OEL has produced a unique Insulated Tool series that does both Metric and Standard applications. OEL is a manufacturer of double insulated tools that are tested to10,000VAC and rated for 1000VAC Maximum Exposure allowing maximum safety when working around electricity. Double-insulated 1000V safety tools that are designed and engineered for maximum safety between the worker and the danger of the job.

The OEL Combination Tool wall drive profile was designed to provide a greater area of force application, compared with that applied by conventional tools. The tool in distributing the torque load to the fastener through the flats, not only achieves a greater force, but also lowers the possibility of distortion to the nut or bolt head. Having a thin wall is an advantage in every socket because with spanners and sockets the force is absorbed where the wall has it’s greatest strength.

The sockets are capable of exceeding the tightening torques specified in the DIN standard by 70 to 100%, depending on the socket size. Because with the OEL COMBINATION insulated tool system each socket or spanner fits both a Metric and inch series fastener, fewer tools are required to perform a range of operations saving the installer $ costs of only buying one set of tools instead of two.

One of the most important features of the OEL wall drive principle is applying pressure to flats of a nut or bolt thus making it virtually impossible to damage a fastener in a work situation. Fewer tools means, less cost, less inventory, and less weight in an operator’s tool box.

As an added bonus the OEL wall drive principle of applying pressure to flats of a nut or bolt makes it virtually impossible to damage a fastener in a work situation. Now installers can get more use out of fewer tools and save money too. One set of tools does the job of both metric and standard, plus works on damaged fasteners with a no slip hold. No slipping means greater safety. No more cut hands, banged up knuckles and elbows due to wrench slippage.

You’ll carry fewer tools, have a lighter tool box, and you’ll have a much easier time finding exactly the tool you need. Eliminate switching back and forth from standard to metric. One tool set is all you’ll need! Save needless time spent searching through tools. Each insulated tool has a Lifetime Replacement Warranty so if one of the tools should ever fail, OEL will replace it with a new one.

Every insulated hand tool OEL manufactures is rated for exposure up to 1000VAC and dielectrically tested at 10,000VAC. These tools meet or exceed ASTM F1505-01 and IEC 900 Standards for Insulated Hand Tools. These tools are necessary for compliance with OSHA 1910.333 (c)(2), and NFPA 70E 2004.

The insulating material used is impact resistant and flame retardant. Two-color insulation makes inspection easier which adds to the overall safety. If the yellow under layer is showing, the tool may no longer be insulated properly and should be considered for replacement and removed from service. OEL is capable of customizing and supplying any tools that require protection up to 1,000 V. OEL will also customize sets to meet your unique tool needs.

Contact:

OEL Worldwide Industries

P.O. BOX 445

Palmer Lake, CO 80133

Phone: 800-818-2244

Fax: 719-559-0955 FX

www.oelsales.com

Erlangen, Germany, Aug. 21, 2008 — After successfully completing the testing phase, Siemens Energy and the Lübeck utility commissioned Germany’s first shoreside power supply system for merchant shipping on August 21, 2008. The shoreside power supply, installed at the port of Lübeck’s Nordland dock, provides ships with an environmentally friendly and economical electrical power supply via the local medium-voltage system while they are berthed in port. The shoreside power supply has been built for the Swedish-Finnish paper, packaging and forest products company Stora Enso. The first customer of the shoreside power supply is the Swedish shipping line Transatlantic, which includes its paper-carrying ferries Transpaper, Transpulp and Transtimber.

The Transatlantic ships with their 400-V/50-Hz on-board systems have already been retrofitted for shoreside power supply systems at the port of Kemi in Finland and at the port of Gothenburg, Sweden. The ships have a cable drum with plug-in connector, a control system for the coupling process and a transformer on board. In Lübeck, Siemens installed the matching connecting point on the dock. The Lübeck utility created the connection to the medium voltage network as well as the connection between the transformer substation and the 6-kV socket outlet. For this purpose, the Lübeck utility installed a 10-kV switchgear for connection to the utilities and a 6-kV switchgear for connection to the on-board system. A cast-resin insulated transformer rated at 2500 kVA was also installed in a concrete substation on the harbor site for separating the two networks electrically. Another component of the shore side connection is a smaller concrete substation with a 6-kV outlet at its side enabling power to be obtained from the dockside via the plug-in connector of the ship.

“As soon as the ships obtain the power they need via our shore side power supply system, they can switch off their diesel generators while they’re berthed in port. These diesel generators not only produce electrical power but also exhaust emissions, soot, particulate matters and noise, so in this way these ships will help to reduce “harbor smog” which is becoming an increasingly serious environmental problem in many port cities,” said Ralf Christian, CEO of the Power Distribution Division in the Siemens Energy Sector.

The Lübeck shore side power supply system operates at 50 Hz only because the on-board system of the ships uses the same frequency as the local power supply network. However, about 80 percent of the ships cruising the world’s oceans are equipped with a 60-Hz on-board system. If these ships are to be supplied with shore side power, the frequency would have to be adapted. For this purpose, Siemens has developed the cold ironing system Siharbor, which enables on-board systems of ships and power supply systems on land to be connected together despite different voltages and frequencies.

The core element of this shore side power supply system is the Siplink system developed by Siemens (Siemens Multifunctional Powerlink), in which two converters are connected together by a DC link and are each connected to one power supply network. In this way, Siplink can not only feed a separate network from a distribution network but can connect power supply systems with different parameters and interconnect them. For example, at its shipyard in Flensburg, the Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft (FSG) utilizes Siplink when installing a vessel’s on-board electrical system. Siplink provides a 60-Hz power supply with adjustable voltage, and can also be used later as a test load when checking the electrical system. Just as with the Siharbor solution, Siplink can link the electrical system of a ship while it’s in the shipyard to the local power supply grid.

In order to use the Siemens solution, both the harbor and the ship must be specially equipped for the shore side power supply, among other things with a plug-in connection system. After connecting the plug-in connector of the ship, the automation system installed on shore can automatically initiate the start up of the shore side power supply system. The user dialog for this is conducted from the ship. The ship’s power supply is not interrupted. Siplink is self-synchronizing and takes over the power supply within a few minutes. The diesel generators of the on-board power supply can then be shut down and the complete on-board network is supplied in an environmentally friendly way from the shore side power supply system. This energy efficient power supply solution for ships berthed in ports is an important feature of Siemens’ environmental portfolio. In 2007, revenue from the products and solutions of Siemens’ environmental portfolio was nearly EUR17 billion. The environmental portfolio is growing 10 percent annually; the revenue target for 2011 is EUR25 billion.

About Siemens Energy Sector

The Siemens Energy Sector is the world’s leading supplier of a complete spectrum of products, services and solutions for the generation, transmission and distribution of power and for the extraction, conversion and transport of oil and gas. In fiscal 2007 (ended September 30), the Energy Sector had revenues of approximately EUR20.3 billion and received new orders totaling around EUR28.5 billion and posted a profit of EUR1.8 billion. The Energy Sector had a work force of 73,500 at the beginning of fiscal 2008. Further information is available at: www.siemens.com/energy.

Contact:

Siemens AG

Corporate Communications and Government Affairs

Group Press Offices

CC MR3

Freyeslebenstr. 1

91058 Erlangen, Germany

Minneapolis, Minn., Aug. 21, 2008 — Open Systems International, Inc. (OSI) has been awarded a major contract by Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) of Albuquerque, New Mexico to be the supplier of its next-generation Energy Management System (EMS) technology.

PNM serves about 487,000 electricity customers and 490,000 natural gas customers in 100 communities statewide and also sells electricity on the wholesale market. The company is New Mexico’s largest electricity and natural gas provider. PNM’s main motivation for this project has been the implementation of a more modern and open Energy Management System to allow PNM the ability to optimally meet the mandatory FERC/NERC regulatory requirements.

The proposed system is based on OSI’s monarch™ distributed open architecture and includes Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, Automatic Generation Control and Dispatch (AGC), Load Shed and Restoration, Operator Training Simulator, Transmission Network Analysis, Historical Information System, Web-based Graphical User Interface, Calculation and Trending subsystem, Disturbance Data Collection and DNP and Secure ICCP communications, as well as a Backup Control Center.

“OSI is very pleased to have gained the trust of PNM in our company and technology. PNM joins our growing family of monarch Transmission users in the Western and Southwestern United States with unique Transmission system characteristics and requirements. We are confident that our superior technology will facilitate our customers’ compliance with the latest FERC/NERC reliability standards in the most optimal fashion. We look forward to a successful project with PNM,” said Bahman Hoveida, President & CEO of OSI.

“We are pleased to be working with OSI, a progressive company that has demonstrated successful, cost effective and timely implementation of its EMS technology. In addition, the high level of OSI customer satisfaction was a critical factor in our selection of the OSI monarch system.” said Frank Kroening, Manager of Operations Engineering for PNM.

About PNM

PNM is a subsidiary of PNM Resources, an energy holding company based in Albuquerque, NM. PNM Resources stock is traded primarily on the NYSE under the symbol PNM. For more information, see the company’s Web site at www.PNM.com.

About OSI

OSI (www.osii.com) provides open, state-of-the-art, and high-performance automation solutions to utilities worldwide. These solutions include Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems, Network Management Systems (NMS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), Distribution Management Systems (DMS) and Generation Management Systems (GMS), as well as individual software and hardware products and e-business solutions for utility operations. OSI is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn.

Contact

For additional information regarding this news release please contact news@osii.com.

LIBERTY LAKE, Wash., Aug. 12, 2008 — Itron Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI) and SmartSynch announced today that they have extended their existing partnership to include delivery of cellular communications for advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) solutions integrated into the Open Way® CENTRON® meter by Itron.

OpenWay is an AMI solution that uses smart electricity meters and two-way communication networks between the utility and each meter. OpenWay delivers operational efficiency, empowers all customers to participate in energy management and conservation, and supports smart energy transmission and distribution grids.

Inclusion of SmartSynch’s IP-enabled public wireless technology into Itron OpenWay CENTRON meters allows Itron to propose an AMI solution to utilities that provides communication to 100% of the targeted meters, as was recently the case with DTE Energy and its decision to automate 3.3 million electric and natural gas meters using OpenWay technology.

“SmartSynch complements OpenWay by making its functionality available anywhere a public wireless network exists,” said Stephen Johnston, CEO of SmartSynch. “We’re thrilled to expand our opportunities to work with Itron and our joint customers.”

SmartSynch is the largest commercial and industrial smart metering provider in North America with meters deployed at more than 75 utilities. Itron and SmartSynch have worked together since 2001 to provide utility customers with enhanced communication options. Currently more than 30,000 Itron SENTINEL® electricity meters for commercial and industrial applications include SmartSynch wireless communications.

“The ability to include communications solutions like SmartSynch in our meters demonstrates the open standards that OpenWay is built on,” said Philip Mezey, senior vice president and COO of Itron North America. “For years, SmartSynch has helped Itron meet the communication needs of our customers. We look forward to continuing our relationship into the era of AMI.”

About Itron:

Itron Inc. is a leading technology provider to the global energy and water industries. Itron Inc. consists of Itron in North America and Actaris outside of North America. Our company is the world’s leading provider of metering, data collection and utility software solutions, with nearly 8,000 utilities worldwide relying on our technology to optimize the delivery and use of energy and water. Our products include electricity, gas and water meters, data collection and communication systems, including automated meter reading (AMR) and advanced metering infrastructure (AMI); meter data management and related software applications; as well as project management, installation, and consulting services. To know more, start here: www.itron.com.

About SmartSynch:

Headquartered in Jackson, Miss., SmartSynch has been developing successful Smart Grid Intelligence solutions for the utility industry since 2000. The company’s clean-tech innovations in the two-way delivery of real-time energy usage data over public wireless networks, in lieu of private network build-outs, have to-date simplified SmartMeter deployments for 75+ major North American utilities, while enabling green-energy initiatives and delivering significantly higher Returns on Resources.

SmartSynch’s SmartMeters represent future-proof investments in technology. The standards-based IP connectivity enabled in every SmartMeter deployed makes them adaptable and remotely upgradeable to support today’s sensor and communications needs, as well as tomorrow’s opportunities. For more information, visit www.smartsynch.com.

For additional information, contact:

Deloris Duquette

Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications

(509) 891-3523

deloris.duquette@itron.com

Kim Papich

Itron Communications and Marketing

(509) 891-3590

kim.papich@itron.com

For SmartSynch:

Chris Myers

(601) 362-1780, ext. 1059

cmyers@smartsynch.com

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Aug. 8, 2008 –- In a decision that will reduce impediments for wind energy development in Iowa and Minnesota, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved a cost allocation proposal from ITC Midwest LLC (ITC Midwest) for connecting generators to the electric grid. The decision makes it easier and reduces a cost barrier for generators – including wind energy developers – to connect to the high-voltage electric transmission system operated by ITC Midwest in Iowa and Minnesota.

In a joint application made with the Midwest Independent Transmission System Operator, Inc. (Midwest ISO) on April 4, 2008, ITC Midwest proposed that it provide 100 percent repayment to generators for the network upgrades needed to reliably interconnect the generators to the ITC Midwest transmission system. Connection to the grid is necessary for generators to sell energy to customers located on the system. Previously, generators interconnecting to the ITC Midwest system were required to ultimately bear half the costs of most network upgrades along with other costs of interconnection. Under the newly-approved policy, generators will be fully reimbursed for the costs of network upgrades necessary to enable their interconnection with the ITC Midwest system, provided the generators meet certain eligibility requirements.

FERC approved the application on August 7, 2008, giving it an effective date of December 20, 2007. That is the date that ITC Midwest acquired the electric transmission system from Alliant Energy’s Interstate Power and Light Co. subsidiary.

“We are very pleased with the decision and FERC’s continued support of competitive open markets,” said Doug Collins, ITC Midwest executive director. “The decision is consistent with FERC’s direction to invest in the nation’s electric transmission system to improve reliability and encourage open access to the grid. Given our strong wind profile in Minnesota and Iowa, this decision further encourages development of renewable electricity sources in the ITC Midwest service area.”

The decision can be found in FERC Docket No. ER08-796-000 and ER08-796-001 and can be accessed at FERC’s website at http://www.ferc.gov.

About ITC Holdings Corp.

ITC Holdings Corp. (NYSE: ITC) invests in the electricity transmission grid to improve electric reliability, improve access to markets, and lower the overall cost of delivered energy. ITC is the largest independent electricity transmission company in the country. Through its subsidiaries, ITCTransmission, Michigan Electric Transmission Company (METC) and ITC Midwest, ITC operates contiguous, regulated, high-voltage transmission systems in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula and Iowa and Minnesota. ITC is also focused on new areas where significant transmission system improvements are needed through subsidiaries ITC Grid Development, ITC Great Plains and ITC Panhandle Transmission. For more information, please visit: http://www.itc-holdings.com. (itc-ITC)

Investor/Analyst contact:

Pat Wenzel

248-946-3570

pwenzel@itc-holdings.com

Media contacts:

Tom Petersen

319.899.9513

tpetersen@itctransco.com

Lisa Aragon

248-835-9300

laragon@itctransco.com

Contact:

Nicolena Stephan

Account Executive

Franco Public Relations Group

400 Renaissance Center

Suite 1000

Detroit, MI 48243

313-567-5029 office

586-350-7341 mobile

stephan@franco.com

AUSTIN, TEXAS, Aug. 19, 2008 –- SensorTran today announced a cooperative agreement with Micron Optics, Inc. to offer the world’s first integrated, hybrid fiber optic sensing solution. The new system offers both Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS) capabilities and Fiber-Bragg Grating (FBG) point sensing capabilities, which measure pressure, strain and vibration.

The fully integrated sensing solution features a single software interface for configuring both sensors and managing data collection, data synchronization, and communications. Both companies will offer the combined unit in their respective markets.

“Micron Optics’ reputation for delivering quality interrogators makes them an ideal partner for SensorTran,” said Kent Kalar, president and CEO of SensorTran. “Combining the world’s most advanced DTS technology with the world’s best FBG hardware allows each of us to provide our customers with a valuable alternative to multiple stand-alone systems.”

“SensorTran’s successful DTS deployments at diverse energy assets throughout the world signify the breadth and depth of their technology,” said Micron Optics president and CEO Jeff Miller. “By delivering temperature and strain capabilities together for the first time, our integrated solution changes the fiber-optic sensing landscape and presents tremendous opportunities for both companies.”

About SensorTran Inc.

SensorTran is an ISO 9001 certified, global supplier of fiber optic-based distributed monitoring solutions. Customers benefiting from SensorTran’s DTS technology include the world’s largest energy providers. DTS systems, which can be customized for any language, have applications in downhole oil & gas, transmission and distribution power cable monitoring, Smart Grid, pipeline flow assurance and leak monitoring, process vessel hot spot detection, and environmental monitoring. For more information, visit www.sensortran.com.

About Micron Optics Inc.

Micron Optics, a leading provider of tunable optical technologies, offers a comprehensive portfolio of components and instruments for Optical Sensing, Biotech and Telecom markets. Built upon its solid technology foundation, Micron Optics’ products span from simple tunable components to fast swept laser modules to fast and accurate optical instrumentation. Since 1990, Micron Optics has been a privately held company based in Atlanta. For more information, visit www.micronoptics.com.

Contact:

Charlotte Woods

Blanc & Otus Public Relations

512-372-6636 (direct)

505-301-8124 (cell)

cwoods@blancandotus.com