MEI Names The Wittern Group

Conlux North America Master Distributor

11/20/2006 – West Chester, PA

MEI, the global leader in vending solutions, has appointed Vendnet, Inc, a Wittern Group Company, as its North America Master Distributor for Conlux branded products, effective December 2, 2006. The Wittern Group is a leading vending machine manufacturer and vending financial services provider.

"This year, The Wittern Group is celebrating its 75th year in the vending industry.  Their history as an established and respected vending manufacturer that shares our commitment to customer service makes them the ideal distribution partner to care for our Conlux customers," said Mary Rampe, Director of MEI Vending. "With a loyal customer base and solid service infrastructure, I am confident The Wittern Group will be successful in growing Conlux's business in North America."

"Conlux's well-known and respected payment systems are a complement to our Wittern-branded vending products.  With the Conlux payment systems, we can now offer our customers a complete vending package from our portfolio of products," said Heidi Chico, President of The Wittern Group. "The reputation behind the Conlux brand makes it an ideal addition to our family of products."

Dixie-Narco and MEI have mutually agreed to terminate their sales, distribution and service agreement, effective December 1, 2006.  Until the effective date, Dixie-Narco will remain a distributor of Conlux-branded products.  After December 1st, MEI will be responsible for the management of the Conlux brand globally. Customers will receive communication from MEI prior to December 1, 2006 outlining the ordering and service processes.