PolyVision Introduces Webster 3.1 Software

Atlanta– January 7, 2003 – PolyVision Corporation, a subsidiary of Steelcase Inc. (NYSE:SCS), and an international manufacturer of innovative visual communication products, today announced the availability of Webster 3.1 software.

Webster 3.1 provides a single software solution for the entire Webster suite of interactive products including touch sensitive and laser tracking interactive whiteboards, plasma displays, and rear projection units. New features include: improved resolution, increased speed, direct e-mail capabilities, real-time playback, communications port sharing, and a library of backdrops such as maps, sports fields, and graph paper.

The updated snapshot command also allows users who simultaneously project and write on their board to capture both written notes and a projected image simultaneously.

Webster interactive products elevate group dynamics to a new dimension by enhancing learning and communication, improving productivity, and increasing group collaboration.

The Windows version of Webster 3.1 supports Microsoft Windows 98, ME, NT, 2000, and XP. The Macintosh version supports OS 8.6, OS 9, and OS X.

Webster 3.1 is now shipping with all Webster products. For existing boards, users may download the software from PolyVision’s website for no additional cost at http://www.websterboards.com/support/downloads.html.

About PolyVision Corporation, a Steelcase Company
Founded in 1952 and acquired by Steelcase Inc. in 2001, PolyVision is an international manufacturer and installer of static, active, and interactive visual communication products for the education and corporate markets. With approximately 1,100 employees globally and manufacturing plants and offices in North America and Europe, PolyVision is changing the way people learn, work and communicate visually throughout the world. For more information, visit www.polyvision.com.

About Steelcase Inc.
Steelcase Inc., a Fortune 500 company, helps individuals and organizations around the world to work more effectively by providing knowledge, products and services that enable customers and their consultants to create work environments that harmoniously integrate architecture, furniture and technology. Founded in 1912 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the company has led the global office furniture industry in sales every year since 1974. Its product portfolio includes interior architectural products, furniture systems, technology products, seating, lighting, storage and related products and services. Fiscal 2002 revenue was approximately $3.1 billion. Steelcase Inc. and its subsidiaries have dealers in more than 830 locations, manufacturing facilities in over 40 locations and approximately 17,000 employees around the world. The company’s Class A Common Stock trades on the NYSE under the symbol SCS. For more information, visit www.steelcase.com.

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