SATO’s Windows Vista-certified labelling software, Label Gallery 3, offers extended solution possibilities to software developers.

Singapore, April 1, 2008 - SATO, a pioneer in the Automatic Identification and Data Collection (AIDC) industry and a leader in barcode printing, labelling, and EPC/RFID solutions announced the latest release of its labelling software, Label Gallery 3 (LG3).

LG3 follows in the tradition of innovation that SATO proudly upholds. It is the result of a user-centric product design process to create a more enhanced and better-suited barcode and RFID label design and printing solution for PC and mobile device users.

The release of the new Software Developer Kits increases the technology capabilities for developers to create feature-rich applications for PC and mobile devices. LG3 also offers robust and industry-proven integration solutions with third-party applications: label printing can be seamlessly integrated into a Warehouse Management System (WMS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, or Hospital Information System (HIS) among others.

LG3 has successfully completed certification testing for Windows Vista. It has passed a series of stringent tests meeting requirements of security, reliability and compatibility standards.

The simple, wizard-driven user interface has been further enhanced with improved printing control and extended design possibilities. LG3 offers true multi-lingual support using the Unicode standard. Users worldwide who have been facing challenges printing international characters to thermal printers will greatly benefit.

“The aim of this latest release is to provide editions that can offer a scalable and versatile set of tools to meet all labelling design and printing needs, especially targeting users operating and developing applications in the popular Windows environment,” said Kaz Matsuyama, Managing Director of SATO International.

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About SATO
SATO is a pioneer in the Automatic Identification and Data Collection (AIDC) industry and the inventor of the world’s first electronic thermal transfer barcode printer. It revolutionised the barcoding industry by introducing the Data Collection System (DCS) & Labelling concept – a total barcode and labelling solution providing high quality barcode printers, scanners/hand-held terminals, label design software and consumables. SATO is one of the first in the industry to introduce a complete, multi-protocol EPC-compliant, UHF RFID solution.

SATO is publicly listed on the first section of Tokyo Stock Exchange in Japan. It has worldwide offices in the United States, Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, United Kingdom, Poland, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand and China. For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2007, it reported revenues of US$705 million. More information about SATO Corporation can be found at www.sato.co.jp/english

About SATO International
SATO’s international global headquarters, SATO International Pte. Ltd. is located in Singapore. Previously an international division, it was incorporated as a holding company in Singapore in 2001 to oversee the sales, marketing and customer services activities of all its Group Member Companies. More information about SATO International can be found at www.satoworldwide.com

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Contact:
Yuji Shimizu
Manager, Corporate Planning
SATO International PTE. LTD.
438A, Alexandra Road #05-01/04
Alexandra Technopark
Singapore 119967
Tel: (65) 6271-2122
Fax: (65) 6271-2151
Email: communications@sato-int.com