SAMSys Technologies RFID readers successfully integrated into SATO printers

Durham, NC - March 2, 2004 SAMSys Technologies Inc. (SMY:TSX-VEN) (“SAMSys”), an international provider of radio frequency identification (RFID) hardware solutions, today announced the integration of their RFID readers into SATO America’s line of RFID-enabled printers.

Using ultra-high frequency (UHF) chips and inlays embedded in the labels, the custom SAMSys module enables SATO RFID printers to print the label and program the chip inside the label simultaneously. These RFID enabled "smart labels" can be read either by an EPC Class 1 reader, or by human-readable label printout allowing reading operations to be done automatically, reducing labor costs and improving accuracy. Additionally, the information encoded onto many smart labels can be changed during their lifetime, eliminating the need to remove and re-label items. The SATO printers with RFID capability are designed for many applications, including anti-theft, asset tracking, supply chain logistics, baggage tags, and factory automation.

“Our partnership with SATO is yet another example of SAMSys’ ongoing avocation for the widespread adoption of RFID throughout the supply chain,” says Cliff Horwitz, Chairman and CEO of SAMSys. “By integrating SAMSys’ RFID reader technology, SATO’s EPC Class 1-compliant RFID printing solution is now running in the Wal-Mart RFID testing and development lab located in Bentonville, Arkansas. We look forward to working with SATO on further industry leading projects and the continued success of RFID adoption in the supply chain.”

SAMSys’ comprehensive line of RFID readers spans low frequency, high frequency and UHF, support a broad range of protocols and standards, and enables implementation without the fear of near term obsolescence. For almost 10 years SAMSys has played an active role in RFID industry and has consistently advocated an RFID adoption strategy based upon the optimization of functionality, multi-protocol reader architectures, and ease of reader interrogation. SAMSys also provides consulting services that focus on the front-end of the RFID implementation process.

About SAMSys Technologies Inc.
SAMSys Technologies Inc. (SAMSys), founded in 1995, is a world-leading provider of radio frequency identification (RFID) hardware solutions and RFID integration consulting services designed to evaluate and recommend optimal RFID solutions to enhance existing business process. SAMSys offers a family of products to simplify the installation and ensure the ongoing performance of the overall RFID hardware infrastructure. SAMSys is a public company whose shares are listed for trading on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol: “SMY”. The Company has a total of 44.6 million shares outstanding. Visit SAMSys at: www.samsys.com and www.investorfile.com.

About SATO
SATO America offers innovative printing products that are convenient, reliable, cost-effective and easy to use, enabling users to recognize new ways to track their products and assets. SATO America, Inc. has been manufacturing industrial barcode printers for over two decades, delivering rugged dependability and reliable performance. The complete SATO product line includes direct thermal and thermal transfer printers, OEM print engines, printer accessories, label design software, labels and thermal transfer ribbons. SATO is a public listed company in Japan and has worldwide offices in United States, Germany, United Kingdom, Poland, Belgium, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and China. SATO reported revenues of US$445 million in 2002. SATO stock is traded on first section of Tokyo Stock Exchange. More information can be found at www.satoamerica.com.