News | December 6, 2006

Wireless Certification: PEAK Technologies Earns Advanced WLAN Certification From Cisco® Systems

PEAK Technologies, a Platinum Equity Company, today announced it has earned Advanced Wireless LAN (WLAN) certification from Cisco® Systems. PEAK, a Cisco partner since 2001, earned this advanced certification for its expertise in designing, deploying and maintaining secure end-to-end unified WLAN solutions.

To achieve this certification, PEAK Technologies field specialists successfully demonstrated the ability to design, install, configure and support solutions using the Cisco wireless products advanced feature set, based on an understanding of WLAN 802.11 a, b and g radio technology standards, radio frequency, and antenna theory. In addition, PEAK sales specialists demonstrated a strong understanding of wireless features and benefits and the ability to assess customer needs to effectively position and sell wireless solutions and services.

"We value our partners and we work very closely with each of them to ensure we fully understand their products and services," said Ross Young, president and CEO of PEAK Technologies. "This certification from Cisco validates our expertise in the wireless arena. We are committed to delivering leading-edge wireless networking solutions that provide our customers with enhanced mobility throughout the enterprise." PEAK Technologies offers complete wireless solutions from site surveys, project management, pilot and testing, system installation and infrastructure services through integration and test, go live support and ongoing training programs.

About PEAK Technologies
PEAK Technologies, a Platinum Equity Company, is an international systems integrator of supply chain automation and inventory management solutions delivering tangible return on investment to some of the world's largest corporations. PEAK's primary applications include solutions for warehousing, manufacturing, and distribution operations. PEAK's portfolio of solutions and services include business process consulting, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems integration, wireless professional services, project management, printing/media solutions, and life-cycle support services. PEAK Technologies has locations throughout North America and Europe providing a comprehensive "foot print" for multi-national life cycle service and support.

About Platinum Equity
Platinum Equity
is a global M&A&O® firm specialized in the merger, acquisition and operation of companies that provide services and solutions to customers in a broad range of business markets, including information technology, software, telecommunications, logistics, manufacturing, health care products, and entertainment distribution. Since its founding in 1995 by entrepreneur Tom Gores, Platinum Equity has acquired more than 50 businesses and built a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of operating companies. In 2005, Platinum was named the 18th largest private company in the United States by Forbes magazine.