CORTE MADERA, Calif., March 29, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- Smart-tek Solutions Inc. (OTCBB:STTK) and its subsidiary, Smart-tek Communications Inc., announced today its intention to introduce its RTAC-PM poultry monitoring and containment system to Vietnamese officials.
"The RFID poultry monitoring and containment system that we have designed to help in the fight against the spread of the avian flu has generated a tremendous amount of interest from many countries around the world," said Perry Law, President of Smart-tek Communications, Inc. "We have received enough inquiries from Southeast Asia to warrant the preparation of a presentation of our solution in the region. The country of Vietnam, which has an estimated poultry population of 260 million, has been greatly affected by the deadly and economically devastating H5N1 virus and is a logical choice for us to introduce our product."
"It is our understanding that the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has allowed Ho Chi Minh City to retain its ban on poultry farming until February 2007 to ensure there is no recurrence of bird flu due to the lack of safety measures currently undertaken by the poultry industry in this region," said Law. "We believe our system can be used as part of their safety measures and provide the ministry with enough information and assurances that once the ban is lifted, the possible infiltration of the deadly bird flu in poultry flocks can be detected and dealt with swiftly to avoid any further devastation."
Smart-tek will attempt to replicate the successful strategy it has undertaken in China by locating, evaluating and engaging a licensee in the area that will serve as the liaison with the government and facilitate implementation of the system upon final approval by the appropriate authorities.
The system, "RTAC-PM," was designed for the livestock industry and is targeted specifically for the poultry industry with user-defined alerts that may assist governmental agencies to monitor poultry movement. The RTAC-PM system incorporates leading edge technology and is customized around customers' requirements with the flexibility to adapt to various types of OEM products.
"We believe the potential for application of the RTAC-PM system is tremendous in Vietnam, and it represents a great opportunity for Smart-tek to continue its quest to increase our shareholder value," said Law.
About Smart-tek Solutions Inc.
Smart-tek Solutions Inc. is a technology holding company in the security and surveillance sector, providing turnkey state-of-the-art systems design and installation through its wholly owned subsidiary, Smart-tek Communications, Inc. Smart-tek Communications, Inc. is the Company's initial acquisition in this sector and is appropriately positioned to pursue additional acquisitions in order to restore and enhance shareholder value.
Smart-tek Communications Inc. is a market leader in integrated security, voice and data communication systems. Located in Richmond, British Columbia, SCI specializes in the design, sale, installation and service of the latest in security technology with proven electronic hardware and software products. SCI has positioned itself as a security systems leader in the Greater Vancouver area, supplying over 45% of new downtown core construction projects. Valued customers include major developers, general and electrical contractors, hospitals, Crown Corporations, law enforcement agencies and retail facilities. Projects range from high-end residential and commercial developments to system upgrades and monitoring contracts. SCI's continued growth and success is a direct result of providing a consistently superior product at competitive pricing to both new and existing clients. SCI's stellar client retention is in itself a testimonial to the overall excellence of the product designed and installed.
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