Press information To download a text file of this release, a 250 pixel wide low-res RGB image for web use or a 300dpi CMYK print quality image, go to www.parkfield.co.uk Optimised enclosure solutions for data centre facilities Released 15 February 2001 APW Electronics has formed a new operation, APW Internet Business Solutions, totally focused on servicing the fastest growing market in the world, the Internet. Headquartered in the UK, the new division operates through the world-wide network of APW facilities to give local support on a global basis. APW Internet Business Solutions serves companies with data centres set up to host services such as ISP (Internet Service Provider), ASP (Application Service Provider), e-commerce or any other facet of the most dynamic industry the world has ever seen. It is a turnkey solutions provider, combining the skills and competencies within the group with capabilities from outside the organisation to give unrivalled service and support. From initial site survey, through site design and layout proposals to the final installation, it acts as the lead contractor. It designs, manufactures and installs the world's most advanced thermally managed, secure server housings, networking enclosures and cable management products, all optimised to meet the demanding needs of the internet community. APW Internet Business Solutions offers comprehensive site surveys, fast prototyping for custom requirements, standard solutions such as cabinets and command consoles, product testing and upgrading. APW's products, and those of its partners, are manufactured to the highest quality standards, manufactured on a world-wide basis and delivered on JIT timescales. Partnerships with major players in the switches, thermal management, cabling, power supply, installation, financial and other support services ensure total capability across all facets of the industry's needs. APW Electronics is the largest vertically integrated supplier of electronic enclosure systems in the world, with turnover in excess of $1.2 billion, more than 40 manufacturing sites located on three continents, three dedicated New Product Introduction Centres in the US and Europe and multi-disciplinary capabilities. *** Ends 275 words *** Notes to Editors. For further information: APW Internet Business Solutions contact: Stephen Goddard APW Electronics Electron Way Chandlers Ford Hampshire SO53 4ZR tel: + 44 (0)23 8026 6300 fax:+ 44 (0)23 8025 3012 steve.goddard@apw.com www.apw.com Agency contact: Nigel May Parkfield Parkfield House Damerham Hants SP6 3HQ tel: + 44 (0)1725 518321 fax: + 44 (0)1725 518378 Nigel_May@parkfield.co.uk www.parkfield.co.uk APW Internet Business Solutions is part of the $2bn APW Corporation. It operates from facilities in France, Germany, the UK and the USA, as well as a world-wide network of distributors and sales offices. APW Internet Business Solutions offers a full turnkey service, from initial site survey through site design and layout proposals to the final installation. As lead contractor, combining the skills and competencies within the group with capabilities from outside the organisation, it provides a complete hardware solution to the needs of the internet community.