Applied Robotics Announces New Corporate Controller


GLENVILLE, N.Y., July 31, 2006: Applied Robotics Inc., a leading provider of end-of-arm tooling and connectivity solutions has recently named Steven Graubart as Corporate Controller. He will oversee the finance, human resource and IT departments. With diversified experience in the areas of financial operations and management, project finance and international business, as well as HR and IT, Graubart brings an exceptional level of expertise to Applied Robotics Inc. and will help enhance Applied Robotics global presence and internal processes.

Prior to joining Applied Robotics, Graubart was CFO for Rupprecht & Patashnick Co., a company which provides custom solutions for monitoring, sampling and collecting environmental information on particulate matter from ambient air. His focus was on increasing efficiency and organization. It was through his implementation of sound fiscal practices and company wide cost reductions that he was able to achieve and surpass company target margins.

Graubart's background also includes the position of Controller for Brigar Mail Marketing, Inc. Graubart holds a BS in Business Administration with a concentration in accounting and management from SUNY Albany and Syracuse University. His many local affiliations include; Treasurer, St. Gabriel's Church CYO Basketball Program, Past Secretary, Carman Little League, Past Vice President, Downtown Schenectady Business Association and Past Treasurer, Schenectady Jaycees.

About Applied Robotics Applied Robotics Inc., headquartered in Glenville, N., is an ISO-9001 certified, employee-owned company serving the world's automation market. Founded in 1983, Applied Robotics designs and manufactures end-or-arm tooling and connectivity solutions intended to solve complex automation problems and improve efficiencies. Serving a wide spectrum of customers and industries ranging from large Fortune 500 companies to small privately-held businesses, the company's wrist-down solutions can be found in manufacturing, welding, assembly, material removal and material handling applications throughout the United States, Canada, Pacific Rim, Europe, Mexico, South America and Australia.

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