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August 11, 2003  Lacey, WA - PUMP-FLO Solutions, the global leader in pump selection software, today announced that Crane Pumps will deploy it's ePUMP-FLO web-based pump selection software for its Barnes Pumps, Deming Pumps, and Weinman Pumps product lines. Crane Pumps has chosen ePUMP-FLO web-based technology to streamline the pump selection process for its' customers, distributors and in-house sales reps. In addition, Crane Pumps will utilize ePUMP-FLO's advanced lead generation and management tools as well as participate in PUMP-FLO.com - the global pump selection portal.

"To gain competitive advantages, pump manufacturers must provide their customers and reps with the tools they need to make a better and faster purchasing decision," said Justin Johnson, Product Manager, PUMP-FLO Solutions. "The ePUMP-FLO web-based software platform will help Crane Pumps streamline the pump sizing and selection process, increase business prospects and enhance customer satisfaction."

Users of the ePUMP-FLO software can select, evaluate, and analyze the Barnes, Weinman, Deming, and Global centrifugal pumps using the Crane Pumps' electronic pump catalogs. ePUMP-FLO uses a powerful web-based search engine to select all the pumps that meet the user's specific criteria, from which they can select the best pump for the application. After searching the chosen catalog, ePUMP-FLO then creates a list of pumps meeting the desired criteria. There are several categories for selecting the best pump and motor including speed, power motor size, NPSHr, design efficiency, and best efficiency point (BEP). Pump curves can then be displayed for comparison and evaluation. Supporting documentation such as dimensional drawings and cutaway views can also be generated. PUMP-FLO software supports over 75 pump manufacturers and 65,000 customers in various industries in various capacities.

"Deployment of ePUMP-FLO continues Crane Pumps and Systems' drive to simplify our processes and to become the premier supplier of products and services to our customers", commented Richard Griffin, Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Chuck Drake, Director of Marketing at CP&S, echoed these comments by stating that, "The focus for Crane Pumps and Systems is to provide increased value and growth opportunities for our Channel Partners. The ePUMP-FLO tool provides speed, efficiency, and accuracy to the selection process."

About PUMP-FLO Solutions

PUMP-FLO Solutions (An Engineered Software Business) is the leading provider of pump sizing, selection and configuration software for pump manufacturers, distributors, and buyers/users to streamline the pump sales and selection process. PUMP-FLO Solutions is supported by 70 leading industrial pump manufacturers including Sulzer Pumps, Inc., The Pentair Pump Group, Gorman-Rupp Co., Goulds Pumps, and Crane Pumps & Systems to name a few. For more information visit www.pump-flo.com/solutions or call 800-786-8545.

About Crane Pumps

Crane Pumps & Systems is a business unit of Crane Co, a diversified manufacturer of engineered industrial products. Crane Co. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:CR) and member of the S&P 500. Crane Pumps & Systems makes a wide and diverse array of pumps and pumping systems for industries that include: industrial, professional plumbing, water supply, waste water treatment, HVAC, OEM, marine and defense to name a few. Headquartered in Piqua, Ohio, CP&S maintains manufacturing divisions in Ohio and Michigan and sells its branded products through a network of more than 600 stocking distributors and over 50 exclusive sales representatives. For more information on Crane Pumps & Systems, visit www.cranepumps.com.

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For further information, contact:

Natalie McCullough
press@pump-flo.com
Tel. 360-292-4073
Fax. 360-412-0672