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Emerson Named 'Best in Class' Technology Supplier By Sun Microsystems

Posted on: Thursday, 14 October 2004, 06:00 CDT

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson (NYSE:EMR), has been recognized by Sun Microsystems (Nasdaq:SUNW) as a best-in-class power systems provider.

Sun awarded its "Best in Class" Supplier honors to Emerson Network Power for making outstanding contributions to Sun's ability to deliver superior technology, quality service and excellent value to its customers. Emerson Network Power works closely with Sun's engineering teams to provide the most cost-effective, leading-edge power supply solutions for Sun's evolving system server needs.

"We are very pleased to receive this important recognition from Sun for our AC/DC and DC/DC power supply solutions, service and support," said James G. Berges, president of Emerson. "This honor, from one of our marquee customers, reflects our ongoing commitment to provide technologies and service solutions that solve real world power challenges."

"This award is given to suppliers who significantly contribute to customer satisfaction through outstanding achievements in the areas of cost, quality, lead time and strategic technical capabilities," said Eugene McCabe, senior vice president of Worldwide Operations for Sun Microsystems. "Emerson has helped Sun exceed our customers' expectations and for that we are very appreciative."

Emerson Network Power's Astec Power division supplies standard, modified standard, and custom AC/DC and DC/DC power supplies to support Sun's industrial-strength hardware, software and network services.

About Emerson Network Power

Emerson Network Power is an Emerson business that provides a full spectrum of reliable power solutions, including inbound power, connectivity, power supplies, power systems and precision cooling, backed by the largest global services organization in the power industry. These Emerson companies serve the needs of telecommunications networks, data centers, health care and industrial facilities worldwide. For more information, visit www.emersonnetworkpower.com.

About Emerson

St. Louis-based Emerson (www.gotoemerson.com) is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions to customers in electronics and telecommunications; process control; industrial automation; heating, ventilating and air conditioning; and appliance and tools. Sales in fiscal 2003 were $14 billion.

About Sun Microsystems, Inc.

Since its inception in 1982, a singular vision - "The Network Is The Computer" - has propelled Sun Microsystems, Inc. to its position as a leading provider of industrial-strength hardware, software and services that make the Net work. Sun can be found in more than 100 countries and on the World Wide Web at www.sun.com.

NOTE: Sun, Sun Microsystems, the Sun logo, and The Network Is The Computer are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries.

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