PTG Paragon Technologies,

EASTON, Pa., Feb. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Paragon Technologies, Inc. (AMEX:PTG), a leading supplier of "smart" material handling systems and "software-driven" warehouse and distribution center solutions, announced today that Joel L. Hoffner is retiring as President and CEO, effective March 1, 2007, in order to pursue technical and operational consultative opportunities that provide greater personal flexibility. Mr. Hoffner will provide consulting services to Paragon Technologies with a focus on accelerating technology developments. Joel Hoffner commented, "I strongly believe that I can be more instrumental in the continued growth of Paragon Technologies in roles that exploit my software, marketing, and technical strengths more effectively." Ted Myers, Chairman of the Board, noted, "Joel has led significant changes to the Company's vision and market focus with particular emphasis on enhancing both the systems integration and control software businesses. The impact of those changes is just beginning to be evident in new orders and a significant pipeline of new opportunities. We expect that the foundation that has been laid throughout the past year will result in new growth potential for Paragon Technologies." Concurrently, the Board announced that Leonard S. Yurkovic will assume the role of Acting CEO of Paragon Technologies as the Company moves to execute a holding company strategy. Yurkovic, former CEO and current Board member, will focus on finance, shareholder relations, and the pursuit of various opportunities to increase shareholder value. In addition, William J. Casey has been named President and Chief Operating Officer of SI Systems, the Company's materials handling business. SI Systems will operate as a division of Paragon. Casey is a seasoned veteran of SI Systems who recently led the turnaround of the Company's Production & Assembly brand. Casey will be responsible for both the Production & Assembly and Order Fulfillment branded technologies and report to Yurkovic. The Committee on Strategic Alternatives of the Board is identifying possible long-term candidates to fulfill the holding company CEO vacancy at an appropriate time as well as continuing to explore various strategic alternatives. About Paragon Technologies Paragon Technologies is a leader in integrating material handling systems and creating automated solutions for material flow applications. SI Systems' Production & Assembly and Order Fulfillment branded technologies and material handling solutions address unit assembly in manufacturing operations and order fulfillment applications. One of the top material handling systems suppliers worldwide, SI Systems leading clients have included the United States Postal Service, BMG, Peterbilt, Honda, CVS Pharmacy, Maybelline, and Walgreens. DATASOURCE: Paragon Technologies, Inc. CONTACT: Len Yurkovic, Acting CEO, Paragon Technologies, Inc., +1-610-252-3205, or +1-610-252-3102 (Fax) Web site: http://www.ptgamex.com/

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