Mobile DAP Software supports field service applications.

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Suited for mobile units, customizable Microflex Solutions Field Service solution provides middleware tools that log and organize data as well as track work schedules and employee activities, regardless of location. It can integrate with other back office computer applications and includes following core modules: Pricing, Stock, Transactions, Plans, Messages, Printing, and Communicate. Software also supports electronic signature capture.



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DAP Launches Adaptable Software Solutions that Complement its Microflex Line of Rugged Mobile Handheld Computers



The company's first software offering supports field service applications

QUEBEC CITY, CANADA, April 12, 2005 - DAP Technologies, the leading manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, today launched its first software solutions product for mobile units. Called Microflex Solutions Field Service (MS Field Service), this software is highly customizable and extremely user friendly. The mobile solution is also provided with a powerful suite of middleware tools designed specifically for field service applications.

"We have a clear understanding of the kind of computing solution a field service worker needs, because of our extensive experience designing rugged mobile hardware for the industry," said Michael Gioseffi, General Manager, DAP Technologies. "Creating the MS Field Service software solution is DAP's logical next step and the result is an efficient and reliable all-in-one solution that mirrors daily work requirements."

Among its many functions, MS Field Service will log and organize data, track work schedules and employee activities - regardless of location - and will integrate flawlessly with numerous other back office computer applications. Also, it is designed to be flexible and customizable. it can be adapted to meet an organization's unique requirements, quickly and cost-effectively.

The new software's core modules include:

Pricing: Handles rebates, discounts, taxes and contract pricing

Stock: Manages reconciliation, requisitions and receipts

Transactions: Handles payment transactions, receipts and reconciliations

Signatures: Captures signatures electronically, plus handles document reproduction and storage

Plans: Simplifies the process of reviewing plans and drawings in the field

Messages: Capable of sending, receiving and organizing messages

Printing: Allows for high-quality, in-field printing

Communicate: Integrates peripherals and data communications tools, including local and wide area networks

MS Field Service is suitable for DAP's complete line of rugged mobile computers, including the Microflex 2240, the Microflex CE3240, and the Microflex CE5000X series. Field proven, these units help increase data collection, processing and transmission efficiency for a wide variety of applications, environments and conditions.

About DAP Technologies (www.daptech.com)

DAP Technologies is the leading manufacturer of rugged mobile computing solutions and services for harsh environmental environments. DAP designs and manufactures computers for a range of industries including utilities, emergency services, public safety, energy and transportation and logistics. A Canadian company, DAP Technologies has subsidiaries in Paris (France), Abingdon (UK) and Tokyo (Japan). DAP Technologies is a part of Roper Industries (NYSE: ROP), a global and diversified provider of industrial products and solutions for global niche markets.

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