KUKA CONTROLS Achieves Gold-Level Gold-Level in Microsoft Windows Embedded Partner Program

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KUKA Controls Achieves Gold-Level in Microsoft Windows Embedded Partner Program

Gains Greater Market Awareness with Microsoft Customers Seeking Single Processor Real-Time Systems Combining Windows CE with Windows XP

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KUKA Controls, a leading developer of real-time operating system extension software, today announced that Microsoft Corp. has selected it for the Gold Level of the Windows Embedded Partner (WEP) Program. The WEP Gold level makes it easy for customers of Microsoft to identify best-in-class Systems Integrators, Independent Software Vendors, Silicon Vendors and Independent Hardware Vendors who have successfully demonstrated technological expertise and leadership in the Windows Embedded platforms and tools community.
KUKA's membership in this exclusive worldwide program demonstrates the value-add and expertise the Company brings to the market for Windows-powered embedded device solutions via its Windows XP real-time extensions. KUKA Controls´ extensions seamlessly allow Windows XP and Windows CE to coexist on a single processor, cutting System cost and increasing reliability

The WEP Gold Member Level was established to enable customers to more easily identify companies that have demonstrated excellence in building and enabling Windows Powered solutions. KUKA was selected to join the WEP Program at the Gold Member Level based on the quality and reliability of its integrated extension line and its ongoing commitment to the use of Windows technologies in the embedded market. As a Gold Member, KUKA is afforded benefits including priority in Strategy leads and referrals, a broad range of joint technical, marketing and sales activities and increased overall visibility through top-tier branding on the dedicated WEP Gold Web page at www.mswep.com/gold.asp. The KUKA Controls in depth corporate profile can be found in the Gold Partner listings under Gold Level Independent Software Vendor.

"Achieving the Windows Embedded Partner Gold Level is an honor that represents a significant milestone for KUKA Controls," said Gerd Lammers, Director of Sales and Marketing of KUKA Controls GmbH. "We are solidly aligned with the business goals of Microsoft's Embedded Platforms Group and this recognition demonstrates the strength of our continuing relationship with Microsoft and the advantages our products deliver to customers developing embedded real-time Windows solutions."

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About KUKA Controls GmbH
KUKA Controls GmbH is a wholly owned subsidiary of KUKA Roboter GmbH, the number one European industrial robot manufacturer and a part of IWKA AG Group. KUKA Controls specializes in real-time software, operating systems, motion control, graphical user interfaces (GUI), handhelds, dynamic algorithms, PC-based hardware development and application programming. KUKA Controls globally markets real-time extension technology for automation and robotics as well as test and measurement instrumentation, and medical devices and equipment. KUKA robot controllers are developed and produced for the parent company. For more information on KUKA Controls GmbH, contact Mr. Gerd Lammers, Director of Sales and Marketing. Tel: 49 751 561 22-55 or gerdlammers@kuka-controls.de. Online information can be viewed at www.kuka-controls.com.


About KUKA Roboter GmbH
KUKA Roboter GmbH, Augsburg is an IWKA Group company and is the world´s leading manufacturer of PC-based industrial robots. The company´s core competencies are the development, production and sales of industrial robots, controllers, software and linear units. KUKA ist he market leader in both Germany and Europe and ranks 3rd place worldwide. The KUKA Robot Group employs 1.650 people and is represented by over 20 subsidiaries in Europe, USA and Asia. In 2003, company sales were $420 million Euro. For more information on KUKA Roboter GmbH, contact Mr. Jürgen Schulze, PR Manager. Tel.: 0821-4533–3473 or juergenschulze@kuka-roboter.de. Online information can be viewed at www.kuka-roboter.de or www.kuka.de.

Contact:
KUKA Controls GmbH
Gerd Lammers, Director of Sales and Marketing
Ph: +49 (0)751 / 561 22-55; Fax: -22
gerdlammers@kuka-controls.de
www.kuka-controls.com