INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED DIE CASTER SELECTS B&L SOFTWARE AND SERVICES

Bridgman, Michigan – February 26, 2008 - B&L Information Systems, the leader in ERP software for metalcasters, today announced that PHB, Inc., recognized across the globe as a fully integrated supplier of quality parts and assemblies with multiple manufacturing capabilities including die casting, has selected Odyssey to support their business operations. Odyssey’s die cast-specific functionality, such as die management and metal market pricing, will automate PHB’s complex processes to lower costs and increase productivity. Odyssey replaces PHB’s existing ERP system and will provide the company with robust, multi-site capabilities for order and inventory management, production planning and sales, supporting PHB’s current operations as well as anticipated organic growth. Additionally, the solution offers business intelligence functionality, enabling PHB to make real-time management decisions regarding purchasing and inventory, enhancing the company’s ability to work closer with suppliers to improve quality and order accuracy.

“Our goal in selecting new ERP software was to improve the overall efficiency of our operations through the implementation of a solution that could meet our needs for the long-term,” said Bill Hilbert, Sr. - CEO of PHB, Inc. “Of all the solutions we evaluated, Odyssey matched our business requirements the best. With B&L Information Systems as our strategic partner, we are confident that we are well-positioned to meet the changing needs of our industry today and well into the future.”

“PHB has a rich history of manufacturing excellence and outstanding customer service,” said Philip Laney, President of B&L. “By choosing Odyssey from B&L for their enterprise software needs, they have recognized the intrinsic capability within Odyssey to help them further their status as an elite global manufacturing resource. With die casting, plastic molding, and tool making divisions, they needed a solution with flexibility as well as scalability and reliability. Odyssey has met these requirements and many more during a careful, detailed software review process. We look forward to beginning the implementation process with their organization.”

About PHB, Inc. Located in Fairview, Pennsylvania, PHB is a privately held corporation, with roots from die casting since 1906, and incorporated as PHB, Inc. in 1984. PHB is recognized across the globe as a fully integrated supplier of quality parts and assemblies with multiple manufacturing capabilities With over 650 dedicated employees and over 750,000 sq. ft of production floor space, manufacturing capabilities consist of die casting, machining, plastic and rubber molding, tool & die, as well as product assembly.

About B&L Information Systems: B&L Information Systems, the leader in metalcasting-specific ERP software, has helped more than 375 metalcasters worldwide. It is with a deep understanding of the challenges and problems facing foundries and die casters that B&L has designed their metalcasting software to closely match the way metalcasters operate, making it easier to learn and use. With Odyssey, metalcasters can maximize their resources, minimize costs and improve profitability.