Press information To download a text file of this release, a 250 pixel wide low-res image for web use or a 300dpi print quality image, go to www.parkfield.co.uk APW is global preferred server housing supplier to KeyBridge Released 12 October 2001 KeyBridge, KeyBridge Corporation (UK Ltd.), a leading provider of managed Internet infrastructure services in its worldwide network of data centres, has chosen APW as its server housing supplier. Initially, APW is supplying more than 200 cabinets from its flagship product family, Paramount, into KeyBridge data centres in London, Amsterdam, Washington, DC and San Jose. "Paramount is the ultimate enclosure solution for the high-end data centre, offering unparalleled aesthetics, versatility and quality of construction," said Thierry Besnier, Marketing Leader at APW. "It is a supreme combination of elegance and functionality, adding significantly to the overall credibility of the site." The Paramount enclosure family, which is manufactured in Uxbridge, UK and Worcester, MA, is compatible with virtually all major PC servers and provide the flexibility to house both tower-style and rack-mount equipment. APW operates more than 40 manufacturing plants across the globe - a major factor in KeyBridge's decision to contract with APW as its exclusive cabinet provider. "KeyBridge approached the leading manufacturers of cabinet equipment in both the US and Europe and chose APW because of its global presence and the physical security inherent in the solid construction of the Paramount line," said Frank Butler, Director of Implementation for KeyBridge. "As two companies with multiple worldwide locations, there is great synergy as we both continue to expand in the global market. Security is an overriding consideration in all KeyBridge facilities, with physical access controlled by mantrap gates, guarded entrances and security passes, with customers accompanied at all times while on site. To provide an effective key management solution each Paramount enclosure is fitted with a Mas Hamilton lock, a keyless self-powered combination unit, which operates totally independently from the centre's power supply. The Paramount is also specially configured to provide maximum airflow through highly utilised racks; it offers cable pass-throughs in the verticals with a custom cable management capability developed specifically for KeyBridge's needs and the mounting rails are adjustable without tools. KeyBridge manages its facilities from Network Operating Centres located in London and Washington, D.C. and provides a complete portfolio of managed services including, firewall, VPN, dedicated Web hosting, Website activity reporting, monitoring, data storage and managed floor space. KeyBridge focuses on automation, security and 24x7 client service and support. *** Ends: 239 words *** Notes to Editors. The KeyBridge group of affiliated companies is a global managed services provider that offers a portfolio of best-in-class infrastructure solutions and services to Internet dependent corporations worldwide. KeyBridge, a subsidiary of Global Switch S.a.r.l. (www.globalswitch.com), is carrier-neutral, offering clients unsurpassed choice and global support service. KeyBridge Corporation is headquartered in Reston, Virginia, USA and have data centres throughout Europe, Asia and North America. For more information, visit www.keybridge.com. For further information: APW contact: Thierry Besnier APW Ashley Road, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB8 2SQ tel: + 44 (0)1895 237123 fax:+ 44 (0)1895 232164 thierry.besnier@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 is a technically enabled manufacturing services ("TEMS") company that designs and manufactures large, complex infrastructure products for OEMs in the communications, computing and Internet markets. APW has particular skills in the areas of manufacturing enclosures, thermal management, power supplies and backplanes; as well as core competencies in product and system design, integration and supply chain management. APW operates in more than 40 locations throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia.