One benchmark for success is how rap-idly and accurately you can access and

disseminate all pertinent data throughoutyour supply chain. Since 1978, Lowry hasbeen a leading full-service provider of automatic identification and data capturesolutions to supply chain markets. Lowry’sbroad range of solutions is precisely tailoredto the standards of many specific industriessuch as consumer product goods, automo-tive, food and drug, electronics, healthcareand the U.S. government.

Lowry’s nationwide team of experts cost-effectively delivers the technology, integrationand services that thousands of customers relyon to enhance performance, reduce costs andincrease customer satisfaction. Customers relyon Lowry as a one-stop source for:

Supply Chain Execution. The keys to anymanufacturer’s profitability are quick responseto market demands, anticipation of marketconditions and improvement of operationalefficiency. The power of Lowry’s technologyofferings enables collaboration among supplychain partners and harnesses vital informationto streamline the supply chain.

ERP and CRM Integration. Enterpriseresource planning and customer relationshipmanagement systems have expandedbeyond the assembly line into every facet ofthe manufacturing supply chain. Lowryextends the power of your information sys-tems through industry-specific solutions that

capture, compute and effectively communi-cate information in real time.

RFID/EPC Solutions. In order to helpcustomers meet mandates from major retail-ers and the Department of Defense, Lowryprovides a complete supply chain radio fre-quency identification (RFID) solution. Whencompared with first-generation bar codetechnology, RFID label technology is wireless,contactless and does not require line ofsight. In an electromagnetic field, data canbe captured directly from Lowry’s SmartTrac™ labels without human interface.Lowry offers a complete RFID solution thatincludes smart labels, automated labelingsystems and all necessary RFID hardware.

Wireless Solutions. Through innovationand industry standards, wireless LAN andWAN products and technologies integrateseamlessly with your existing wired environ-ment. Strategically placed access points create a wireless bridge between your wiredLAN and any number of devices, includingPC-compatible computers and printers,handheld computers and portable data ter-minals with integrated scanners. A Lowryhigh-performance, wireless LAN solutionensures that information is always where itneeds to be.

Enterprise Printing and Services.Whatever the printing needs of your organi-zation, Lowry offers a complete line of best-in-class bar code, thermal, line matrix and

RFID printers and installation services.Immediate access to printed materials cannow be provided at the locations where theyare required.

Knowledge Powers Your EnterpriseSuccessful supply chain managementdepends on accurate and timely data fromnumerous sources within the supply chain.Lowry provides professional systems integration services, best-in-class hardwareand software products, automated labelingsystems and technical support to help youimplement cost-effective and complete tech-nology systems.

Lowry can help you achieve real-timeaccess to information. You can count onreduced inventories, increased efficiencies,fewer errors, accurate shipments and timelystaging across the supply chain. It all adds upto faster, more reliable data flow and a moreprofitable operation.

Automated Labeling Increases ProductivityLowry’s Paragon Labeling Systems Divisionoffers a complete line of modular, automat-ed labeling systems that provide ideal solu-tions for labeling anything from small,individual products and delicate packagingto large shipping cartons, cases and pallets.Paragon is committed to engineering and

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CORE SERVICES CUSTOMER COLLABORATION

Smart LabelEngineeringServices

Tag Selection,Tag Placement &RFID EngineeringServices

Insertion of EPCInlays into Pallet& Carton Labels

In-line Automated Label Application with EPC EncodingCapability

Printers/Encoders,Readers & InfrastructureProducts

Systems Integration24x7 Tech Service,Installation & Training

RFID Middleware,Network Services

Existing ERP Apps,New RFID Apps

Smart LabelManufacturing

Smart LabelApplication

Implementation& Services

Data CaptureProducts

SoftwareInfrastructure

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manufacturing quality products that can beeasily set up, used, maintained and upgraded.

In addition to standard apply-only andprint-and-apply systems, Paragon’s PLS-440system prints, encodes and applies labels tocartons, cases and pallets for RFID applica-tions. This system verifies each tag, and anytag that cannot be verified is rejected andremains on the waste liner. Due to Paragon’smodular construction, customers can chooseprint-and-apply initially, then migrate to RFIDas technology needs change.

Paragon sets a new standard for precisionengineering combined with cost-efficient pric-ing. All of its labelers are compact enough tofit into any operation and flexible enough tointegrate into any automated packaging line.The modular design of Paragon’s automatedlabeling systems ensures compatibility withfuture technologies and applications.

Full-Service Label OfferingA label often reflects the quality and benefitsof your company and its products. Appearanceis extremely important, but it isn’t your onlyconcern when selecting a label manufacturer.Lowry has over 25 years of in-house experi-ence helping customers solve their labelingneeds, including Smart Trac™, Digital Trac™and Quick Trac™ labels.

Our Lowry Labeling division staff has theknowledge and product expertise to ensure cus-tomers receive high-quality labels and tags thatmeet their application requirements. Best of all,we offer our customers short turnaround times,as well as competitive pricing and quality prod-ucts. Strategic partnerships with the industry’sleading material suppliers improve our opera-tional efficiencies.

Lowry utilizes best practices in our opera-tion and, in turn, passes the savings along tocustomers. From our art department to customer service, from press operators to theshipping department, everyone within theorganization is committed to making yourorder run smoothly. It’s a commitment thatshows in the superior quality, reliability andperformance of our labels, tags, ribbons andother supplies.

Lowry Professional ServicesLowry’s Professional Services group is experi-enced in all areas of data collection equip-ment, industrial processes, and RFID, bar codeand labeling applications. Tailoring solutionsto fit organizational needs, this team provides:

Professional Consulting. Lowry offers afull range of professional consulting services, notonly for solutions within the enterprise, but alsobeyond the main scope of the enterprise. Riskanalysis assessment ensures Lowry customersmaximum utility and productivity while mini-mizing unnecessary exposure and loss. As atechnology leader, Lowry has in-depth bestpractices in a variety of disciplines and industries.

System Design and Integration. Lowryhas standardized its process for investigating,quoting, designing and implementing cus-tomer-specific hardware and software systemsin accordance with specific industry best prac-tices, our own continuous improvementmethodology and regular customer follow-up.

System Installation. Lowry’s professionalservices organization offers a complete rangeof system installation services to meet cus-tomer requirements for RFID, data collectionand wireless communication systems. On-siteassistance in network cabling, software instal-lation, startup, host connection, terminal andnetwork configuration, testing and documen-tation of the wireless network are all part ofour total solution delivery.

Custom Software Development. Some-times customer needs cannot be met withhardware and off-the-shelf software alone.Following our standardized process for application development, Lowry can providecustom solutions for a wide range of industryneeds.

Project Management. Project manage-ment encompasses the activities required toplan, coordinate and manage all aspects of aproject from concept to production. Projectmanagement from Lowry Computer Productsprovides you with single point-of-contact coor-dination and ensures timely communicationand change management. Our professionalprocesses ensure that the work of each phaseis completed effectively and efficiently. ■

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This high-technology company is anational manufacturer and integra-tor, providing customers with solu-tions that are in the vanguard oftechnology, equipment and indus-try compliance.

Mike Lowry President and CEO

Steve LowryExecutive Vice President

Ed ClarkeCFO

Ron ValentineVP Sales, Service and Marketing

Mark BrownVP Marketing and Business Development

Lowry Computer Products9420 Maltby RoadBrighton, MI 48116-8801Phone 810.229.7200Toll-free 800.733.0210Fax 810.229.7267info@lowrycomputer.comwww.lowrycomputer.com

Business ContactSusan RaberDirector of Marketing CommunicationsPhone 810.229.7200 Ext. 304susanr@lowrycomputer.com