MINNEAPOLIS, July 22 /PRNewswire/ --

- Distribution Agreement Expands Multi-Tech's Reach in Europe and the
Middle East

Multi-Tech Systems' cellular modems, that enable machine-to-machine (M2M)
communications, are now available through Future Electronics in the EMEA
markets. The partnership brings together Multi-Tech, a 40-year device
networking innovator, with Future Electronics, a distribution innovator of 40
years standing.

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"Leveraging cellular technology for M2M applications is more than a
growing trend. It is being used by industries across the board to enhance
services and solutions," said Bill Chesney, Vice President of Sales and
Marketing. "Future Electronics customers in EMEA now have access to a full
range of Multi-Tech's globally-approved cellular modems 
(http://www.multitech.com/en_US/PRODUCTS/Categories/Embedded_Device_Networking/embedded_wireless_modems/) 
to enable turnkey M2M solutions."

Multi-Tech offers complete, ready-to-integrate stand-alone device and
embedded device cellular modems that enable quick-to-market M2M solutions.
They carry global certifications, relieving customers of obtaining their own
approvals, saving significant time and expense. SocketModems feature
Universal IP (TM), which provides the freedom to change communication
devices, while using one initial host application. Universal Socket
accommodates interchangeable communication devices, assuring a seamless
migration to future networks and the ability to use the latest cellular
technology with one design.

"In the fast-emerging cellular machine-to-machine market, our customers
are demanding device networking products that can be deployed quickly for
their new and existing solutions," said Colin Weaving, EMEA Technical
Director Future Electronics. "We are thrilled to be able to offer Multi-Tech
modems, which have a solid reputation for quality and ease of integration. We
see many opportunities for this technology in vertical markets such as
metering and security where secure long distance communications are becoming
ever more of a necessity."

Future Electronics is headquartered in Montreal and operates in 41
countries around the world, is globally integrated, with one worldwide IT
infrastructure providing real time inventory availability and access, while
enabling full integration of operations, sales and marketing worldwide. For
more information, visit http://www.futureelectronics.com.

Multi-Tech(R) Systems is a global manufacturer of award-winning device
and embedded modems and Unified Communications products that connect data
over cellular networks from anywhere in the world. Multi-Tech has 80+
patents, 20+ million devices being used by thousands of customers worldwide
and certifications from more than 20 carriers and 80+ countries. Visit
http://www.multitech.com. Contact Multi-Tech in the EMEA at +44-118-959-7774
(UK) or +33-1-49-19-22-06 (France).

Contact:
    Gina O'Connell
    Multi-Tech Systems
    +1-763-717-5525
    goconnell@multitech.com