Exton, PA - September 15, 1998: Automation Applications Inc, LLC (AAI), a provider of process control solutions with headquarters in Exton, PA, announced today that it has appointed Cliff McClain, formerly of Prince George Pulp & Paper, to lead its operations and sales efforts in the company's new office in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

The new regional office is located at 40 Everest Crescent, Edmonton, Alberta T8N 6C3 (403) 459-8448 (Voice). This location was selected for its proximity to clients in the Northwest Territories of the United States and Canada.

Cliff McClain has spent the last five years employed by Prince George Pulp & Paper as Assistant Superintendent - Steam & Recovery, as well as Pulp Mill Shift Superintendent. His seventeen years of experience also includes Howe Sound Pulp & Paper, Abbottsfield Engineering Services, and British Petroleum Canada, Inc.

"AAI is pleased to welcome Cliff McClain to the team. His tremendous expertise will provide a level of service to our clients that will far exceed routine account management. Cliff's experience will be the foundation for a fully operational office," remarked Dave Pasciolla, President. "This expansion is yet another sign of our continuous effort to increase industry sales coverage as well as the quality of service we provide to our clients. "