August 21, 1998 Contact: Jim Reinhartsen (281) 486-5535 PSI Automation, Inc. Joins Economic Development Foundation PSI Automation, Inc. (PSI) has joined the Clear Lake Area Economic Development Foundation (CLAEDF). PSI's Vice President Gary Brownfield said, "We chose to become CLAEDF members so that we may be active supporters of our community, and to become a part of an organization that is truly dedicated to the growth of the Clear Lake region." In operation for 10 years, PSI is a manufacturer and distributor of fluid power and power transmission components, in particular air motors and starters, air valves, filters, regulators, lubricators, cylinders, and gearboxes. Air motors are multi-purpose tools used to provide rotary movement or mechanical automation in a variety of applications, such as winches, tuggers, conveyors and pumps. The objective of an air motor is to produce enough power to overcome a specified torque level and operate at a desired rpm range. PSI customizes each application to meet its customer's needs. Its customer base includes petroleum, chemical, aerospace, automotive, mining, entertainment, assembly line automation and other types of manufacturing and processing companies. CLAEDF member Joe Barlow said, "PSI's decision to join CLAEDF, combined with their enthusiasm to be a part of the continuing development of the Clear Lake area, is an enhancement to the existing membership of the foundation." For Press Release Information, contact Pamela Lefler-Zannelli at (281) 280-8088. For more information or questions, please call Toll Free (800)392-3602 or contact psia@psiautomation.com.   P.O Box 34486   Houston, Texas 77234-4486   Tel: (281)280-8793   Fax: (281)280-8795