Engineers Select Xcelsius for Faster, More Accurate Calculations; Innovative Engineering Express Web Service Uses Xcelsius-Based Interactive Data Visualization for Engineering Analysis and Certification.

SAN DIEGO -- Infommersion, the leader in data visualization software, and Frank L. Bennardo, P.E. Inc. (FLB) an innovator in structural engineering, have teamed up to simplify complex engineering calculations and help engineers ensure compliance with the latest safety specifications, including natural disaster-preparedness guidelines.

Using Xcelsius data visualization and analysis software, FLB has built a series of interactive, visual calculators that allow engineers to perform mandatory structural calculations quickly and easily. The calculators are available through FLB's Engineering Express(TM) Web portal (www.engexp.com), which can be customized for each user, depending on the project and location.

"Xcelsius has revolutionized the way engineering calculations are done. It has allowed us to create a service that both reduces the time spent on painstaking calculations and ensures accuracy," said Frank Bennardo, founder and owner of FLB. "Our Engineering Express service is generating so much demand that we can barely keep up with the requests."

For example, following last year's severe hurricane season in Florida, all construction projects in the state, including minor home repairs such as replacing screens and awnings, require certification that they meet rigorous new hurricane safety guidelines. This certification process has created a bottleneck for contractors and homeowners, due to the length and complexity of the calculations. Through Engineering Express, FLB can provide customized, visual calculators that reduce the time spent on calculations from hours to minutes, and incorporate clear visual alerts as to whether the project meets Florida safety codes.

Previously, these types of engineering calculations required complex spreadsheets that were difficult to analyze and comprehend. Xcelsius enables users to convert number-heavy spreadsheets into interactive tools, such as visual calculators, using easy-to-learn point-and-click technology. Xcelsius-based calculators also provide Visual Modeling(TM) capabilities, so users can explore potential scenarios, such as what would happen to a structure as wind speed increases, and what adjustments would allow the structure to withstand stronger winds.

"FLB is a true innovator - with Engineering Express, FLB has solved the problem of how to simplify the most tedious, but also extremely critical, step in structural engineering," said Kirk Cunningham, Infommersion vice president of marketing. "That's the beauty of Xcelsius - anyone who works with numbers, whether engineering calculations or corporate BI databases, can use it to create a powerful, visual front-end that provides unparalleled insight into the data, and ultimately leads to smart business decisions."

Following the success of the Engineering Express Web portal, FLB is also planning to launch a chain of Engineering Express branch offices where contractors, architects, developers, manufacturers and homeowners can access Xcelsius-based visual calculators, consult with engineers and obtain key documentation.

About Frank L. Bennardo, P.E. Inc.

Founded in 1995 and incorporated in 2003, Frank L. Bennardo, P.E. Inc. is an innovative structural engineering firm assisting contractors, architects, developers, manufacturers and homeowners with a variety of engineering projects both large and small in many states throughout the country. It has been the goal to provide these services with the highest quality standards utilizing the latest technology and a talented staff to provide prompt, professional work at competitive fees. For more information, please visit www.engexp.com.

About Infommersion

Infommersion, Inc. develops and markets interactive data visualization software for individuals and businesses. Infommersion's patented technology enables executives, analysts and educators to turn complex and confusing data into clear, engaging presentations for PowerPoint and the Web.

Its breakthrough product, Xcelsius, is a point-and-click Windows application that converts data from ordinary Excel spreadsheets, corporate databases and Web services into visually stunning, interactive executive dashboards and scorecards, dynamic charts and graphs, business and investment calculators, pro forma budget models and more. Xcelsius data presentations provide Visual Modeling(TM), interactive what-if capabilities for generating real-time projections and forecasts.

Founded in 2002 and headquartered in San Diego, CA, Infommersion combines management and development talent from industries including information technology, multimedia development, interactive entertainment and business intelligence. For more information, visit www.infommersion.com.