GERMANTOWN, Md., Sept. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Optelecom-NKF, Inc. (NASDAQ:OPTC), announced today it has joined the EDGE Innovation Network, a collaborative, open-environment initiative enabling industry and academia, with government input, to work together to enhance the delivery cycle of new technologies and innovative capabilities to warfighters and first responders. Sponsored by General Dynamics C4 Systems and based in Scottsdale, Arizona, the EDGE provides subject matter expertise, advanced product portfolios and equipment, facilities and laboratories for developing and testing technologies, products and systems that make end-users more mobile, connected, and informed. "We are proud to be a new technology member of the General Dynamics EDGE Innovation Network," said Dave Patterson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Optelecom-NKF, Inc. "This unique collaboration between private industry, academia, and the public sector is focused on providing practical, needs-based solutions to meet the needs of those who defend and protect our Nation's interests, both domestically and abroad. At the recent EDGE Innovation Conference, a speaker described our mission well by stating that the best solutions involve the insight and experience of those facing the enemy. Optelecom-NKF is honored to support that mission, as we contribute our knowledge to the EDGE Innovation Network." The EDGE has already delivered innovations to the U.S. Army's Land Warrior program, and it is currently monitoring more than 15 projects intended to improve and enhance warfighter capabilities. Brigadier General (Retired) Pete Palmer, EDGE Innovation Network director said, "By aligning technologies and innovations from EDGE members like Optelecom-NKF, with requests and feedback from warfighters, first responders, and other programs, we can deliver new and relevant capabilities to users faster than typical acquisition cycles currently allow." The first EDGE Innovation Center officially opened in December 2006. There are currently more than 85 EDGE members. Recent additions to the EDGE include Ericsson Federal, Reston, Virginia; iRobot Corporation, Bedford, Maryland; Advatech Pacific, Redlands, California; and Zephyr Technology, Annapolis, Maryland. More information can be found online at http://www.edge-innovation.com/. About Optelecom-NKF Optelecom-NKF, Inc. (NASDAQ:OPTC), manufacturer of Siqura advanced video surveillance solutions, provides a full range of cameras, video servers/codecs, network video recorders, fiber transmission equipment, video content analysis applications, and video management software based on an open technology platform that simplifies integration and installation. Optelecom-NKF, Inc., is a Small Business, providing products and services under the following NAICS codes: 334220, 334290, 334310, and 561621. Our Siqura solutions offer a perfect blend of ease of use and processing power, enabling end-users to optimize the effectiveness of their surveillance systems while reducing the total cost of ownership. All products and solutions are developed and tested for professional and mission critical applications. We deliver complete solutions for the Traffic Monitoring, Public Transport, Industrial and Commercial Security, and Government markets. Our systems are deployed by professionals at highway departments, airports, seaports, casinos, public transport authorities, hospitals, city centers, shopping centers, and corporate, military and government campuses. Founded in 1972, Optelecom-NKF is committed to providing its customers with expert technical advice and support. Corporate headquarters are in Germantown, Maryland, USA. The Company's European corporate offices are located in Gouda, The Netherlands. Optelecom-NKF has sales offices or support covering Latin America, France, Spain, the UK, Germany, Italy, Dubai, and Singapore. Investor inquiries should be directed to Mr. Rick Alpert at +1 301-948-7872. Press inquiries for North, Latin, and South America, and Japan should be directed to Betsy Lanning, , tel. +1 301-444-2276. Press inquiries for Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia should be directed to Mario van der Kroef, tel. +31 182 592 390. For more information please visit our website: http://www.optelecom-nkf.com/. DATASOURCE: Optelecom-NKF, Inc. CONTACT: Investor inquiries, Rick Alpert, +1-301-948-7872; Press inquiries for North, Latin, and South America, and Japan, Betsy Lanning, +1-301-444-2276, ; Press inquiries for Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia, Mario van der Kroef, +31-182-592-390, , all of Optelecom-NKF, Inc. Web Site: http://www.optelecom-nkf.com/

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