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LEXINGTON, MA, November 30, 2007—Wrightsoft Corporation has announced the launch of a new website at www.wrightsoft.com. The company has designed the new site to be easier to use and to provide updated information on their new Right-Suite™ Universal HVAC design and sales software package.

“Based on the changing market conditions, we have adjusted our overall messaging and company focus to enable our customers to continue to succeed,” stated Chris Edgren, Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “Our new website makes information about our company more accessible and uses the latest technology to demonstrate our solutions and educate our customers.”

The new Wrightsoft site currently focuses on the solutions offered by the Right-Suite™ software and customer success stories, as well as providing background on the company and technical information such as newsletters, bulletins, and white papers. Users visiting the site will be able to watch videos demonstrating each of the modules of the Right-Suite™ as well as register to gain access to an exclusive My Account area which includes access to download free demo versions and service pack updates, and sign up for an e-newsletter.

New features, videos, and exclusive profile management tools will be added to the new Wrightsoft website over time based on customer feedback and interactions. Adds Chris Edgren, “We want this site to be a resource for our customers and all HVAC contractors to learn more about load calculation, design, and sales software and how it can help their business. Feedback from users will be critical to us to make adjustments to the site and make sure that it meets that goal.”

LEXINGTON, MA, November 1, 2007—Wrightsoft Corporation is pleased to announce the new Right-Suite™ Universal HVAC design and sales software is now shipping. Right-Suite Universal, the latest software innovation from Wrightsoft, combines residential and commercial design capabilities in one product for the first time, giving customers the power to use a single program for all of their design and sales projects. By combining ACCA, ASHRAE, and HRAI technologies with automated bill of materials, proposals, and compliance tools into a single design and estimating product, designers can now apply the most appropriate load, duct, radiant and geothermal design methods in real-time, with greater efficiency and cost savings depending on project requirements.

“Right-Suite Universal represents the culmination of 20 years of research, development and technological innovation. By creating a program that allows users to manage residential and commercial projects at the same time, and quickly and easily switch between calculation methods, we are enabling a level of efficiency that will save our customers enormous amounts time and money,” said Chris Edgren, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Wrightsoft.

Right-Suite Universal integrates the functionalities of Wrightsoft’s industry-leading software products to allow users to quickly switch calculation methods depending upon project requirements, instead of opening and operating separate programs for each project. For instance, commercial load calculation methods that are beneficial for high-end housing will now be available for use on residential projects, which will also have access to commercial duct calculations that allow more accurate results for complicated duct designs. At the same time, commercial projects will now benefit from the additional functionalities of Wrightsoft modules, Right‐Radiant™, Right‐Proposal™, Right‐Loop™, Right‐Sales^® and Right‐$™, which allow for a range of design and sales capabilities previously only available in residential design software.

Over 50 new features and capabilities were added to Right-Suite Universal to enhance the already unique drawing and design functions such as zoning, duct design, and bill of materials generation. RSU also uses and introduces to the industry new technologies including Wrightsoft’s Layered Materials Technology™ (LMT), which will allow designers to make their own custom material values by layering standard material values, therefore enabling easy translation into any of the load and duct calculation methods instantaneously. The custom materials can be stored in templates and libraries, reducing set up and calculation time. Right-Catalog® has also been improved to allow for automatic and regular updates of ARI/GAMA and manufacturer data.

Right-Suite Universal has been highly regarded by industry groups and contractors, earning recognition most recently with the HVAC Comfortech 2007 Product Showcase Award. This is the third award for Wrightsoft Right-Suite Universal including the 2007 Dealer Design Silver Award, and the AHR 2007 Software Innovation Award. As stated by one of the judges, “this is an excellent product, having more features than probably anything else on the market.” Another judge also commented that RSU “is a great package and will help the contractor who wants to help themselves.”

“The continued recognition from the industry validates our efforts,” concluded Edgren. “Not only does this confirm that Right-Suite Universal is a true industry breakthrough that will significantly change the face of HVAC software, but it also provides us with a platform to launch other industry-changing products.”

LEXINGTON, MA, November 1, 2007 – Wrightsoft Right-Suite^TM Universal has again been recognized by another HVAC industry group, earning the HVAC Comfortech 2007 Product Showcase Award in the Software category. The Product Showcase Awards honor products that bring innovative technology to contractors, dealers, and distributors. Judges consider ease of use, applications, and many other aspects of the products before making their decisions.

“Right-Suite Universal represents the culmination of 20 years of research, development and technological innovation. By creating a program that allows users to manage residential and commercial projects at the same time, and quickly and easily switch between calculation methods, we are enabling a level of efficiency that will save our customers enormous amounts time and money,” said Chris Edgren, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Wrightsoft.

Wrightsoft Right-Suite Universal (RSU) combines residential and commercial HVAC load, design, and sales capabilities in one product for the first time and gives customers the power to use a single program for all of their replacement and new construction projects. By combining ACCA, ASHRAE, and HRAI technologies with automated bill of materials, proposals, and compliance tools into a single design and sales product, contractors can now apply the most appropriate load, duct, radiant and geothermal design methods in real-time, with greater efficiency and cost savings, resulting in professional reports, proposals, and estimates.

Right-Suite Universal also uses and introduces to the industry Wrightsoft Layered Materials Technology^TM (LMT), which will allow designers to make their own custom material values by layering standard material values, therefore enabling easy translation into any of the ACCA, ASHRAE, or HRAI calculation methods instantaneously. The custom materials can be stored in templates and libraries, reducing set up and calculation time.

“The continued recognition from the industry validates our efforts,” concluded Edgren. “Not only does this confirm that Right-Suite Universal is a true industry breakthrough that will significantly change the face of HVAC software, but it also provides us with a platform to launch other industry-changing products.”

The HVAC Comfortech 2007 Product Showcase Award is the third award for Wrightsoft Right-Suite Universal including the 2007 Dealer Design Silver Award, and the AHR 2007 Software Innovation Award. Previous awards for Wrightsoft products include the 2006 Dealer Design Gold Award, won for Wrightsoft’s Uponor System Design Software^TM, the 2005 Dealer Design Silver Award, won for Right‐Sales^®, the 2005 AHR Software Innovation Award, won for Right‐Radiant^TM, the 2004 Dealer Design Gold Award, won for Right‐Proposal^TM, the 2004 AHR Software Innovation Award, won for Right‐Suite^TM Residential, and the 2003 Comfortech Software Award, won for Right‐Suite^TM Residential.

LEXINGTON, MA, November 1, 2007—HVAC software industry leader Wrightsoft Corporation has announced the initial fall and winter schedule for the Right-University— training program, including nationally-held public and private classes. Additional classes will be added regularly; please check the Upcoming Trainings page on wwww.wrightsoft.com for the most accurate schedule.

“We feel it is important to provide a variety of locations and topics for our customers to find a class that best meets their needs,” said Chris Edgren, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Wrightsoft Corporation. “While less than 10% of Wrightsoft users attend Right-University™ HVAC software classes, using other training options or teaching themselves instead, the one-on-one interaction with the instructor can help the customer become a more efficient user and start impacting their business faster.”

Wrightsoft Right-University™ is the full training program offered by Wrightsoft and includes training classes, workshops, webinars, and the online On-Demand Training videos. The training classes are typically two or one-day classes focused on using the Right-Suite™ Universal program for residential, commercial, or in-home sales applications. Training classes are held throughout the country, can be open to the public or private, and are taught by one of the two full-time Wrightsoft trainers.

Please visit Upcoming Trainings to view the list of classes available.

If you are interested in hosting or attending a Wrightsoft class, or would just like more information about Wrightsoft Right-University™, please contact Wrightsoft at (800) 225-8697 or training@wrightsoft.com.

LEXINGTON, MA, October 1, 2007—Wrightsoft Corporation, a software developer based in Lexington, MA, is pleased to welcome Paul Storey as a Senior Software Architect. Storey will bring over 20 years of experience in software and technology consulting to Wrightsoft, most recently working as Vice President of Engineering at Smartleaf, Inc in Cambridge, Ma. His extensive career also includes positions as the Chief Technology Officer and founder of Evare LLC (Burlington, MA) and with Telador Corporation and Victor Technologies (both in Chelmsford, Ma).

LEXINGTON, MA, July 16, 2007—For the fourth consecutive year, Wrightsoft was recognized for excellence in product design serving the HVAC industry in the annual Dealer Design Awards program. An independent panel of 51 contractors acted as judges in the contest that had 106 entries from 73 manufacturers. Right-Suite^TM Universal (RSU) was selected as the Silver medal winner in the Contractor Services and Software category.

“The Dealer Design Award is unique because it is judged and awarded by HVAC contractors,” said Chris Edgren, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Wrightsoft. “Having the end users of our product recognize its benefits and our commitment to providing them with the most innovative and competitive HVAC software solution in the market is a true honor.”

RSU combines residential and commercial design capabilities in one product for the first time, giving customers the power to use a single program for all of their design and sales projects, something not currently possible with today’s single-function software. By combining ASHRAE, ACCA, and HRAI technologies into a single design and estimating product, designers can now apply the most appropriate load, duct, radiant and geothermal design methods in real-time, depending on project requirements. By integrating all the major North-American load calculation and duct methods with automated bill of materials, proposals, and compliance tools, RSU provides designers with greater efficiency and cost savings.

Learn more about Wrightsoft’s additional recognitions by visiting our Awards page.

LEXINGTON, MA, June 1, 2007—HVAC software industry leader Wrightsoft Corporation will relocate its headquarters to a new space at 131 Hartwell Avenue in Lexington, MA to accommodate the company’s continued growth and staff expansion. Wrightsoft is relocating from Lowell Street in Lexington, MA where it has been operating since founding in 1983.

“We’re excited about this move because it coincides with changes in our product offerings and staff and provides a newer, more collaborative space to help us continue to bring new product innovations to market,” said Bill Wright, President and CEO of Wrightsoft Corporation. “This new space will also include Wrightsoft’s first on-site training center, to provide an increased level of customer support and interaction.”

Wrightsoft’s expansion is due to consistent growth of its customer base, fueled by continued technology improvements, product releases and strong industry partnerships. The new facility will house a state-of-the-art training center to host Wrightsoft’s current training program in addition to a new workshop series. Wrightsoft will be adding staff to develop and launch new products over the next year to continue to revolutionize the HVAC software market.

With upcoming developments that include the release of Right-Suite™ Universal, a single product to combine Wrightsoft’s primary residential and commercial design and sales solutions, a new, more informative website and the new Right-University with On-Demand Training video tutorials, Wrightsoft is poised to further solidify its position as the industry leader in HVAC software and technology.

Wright continued, “Our technology innovations have made designing and selling HVAC systems easier, faster, and more profitable for HVAC contractors, dealers, and distributors. With some of our major projects now coming together, we need space to grow and the environment to foster the continued level of quality in our products.”

Since the company’s formation 1983, Wrightsoft’s mission has been to increase the business success of the HVAC industry members through computer automation. For nearly 25 years Wrightsoft has been bringing innovative solutions and technology to the HVAC market through products such as its award-winning Right-Suite Residential and Right-Suite Commercial, and new Right-Suite Universal. The company has been recognized for this innovation through awards from industry groups including Comfortech, ASHRAE and ACCA.

LEXINGTON, MA, May 9, 2007—Wrightsoft Corporation has released a new version of its Right-HV™ Duct design module for Right-Suite Residential™, which enables customers to create accurate high-velocity duct designs. The many technical enhancements available in this new version, including the new duct layout, other usability improvements, and updated Unico product specifications and rules, parts and equipment databases, will allow for quicker and more realistic system designs.

Right-HV Duct offers a unique, drag-and-drop approach to duct design that enables customers to create customized high-velocity duct designs that meet the leading design rules and specifications for overall design, duct sizing, and vertical upflow and downflow configurations. Right-HV Duct is ideal for both the new construction and replacement markets as it can be used to design a system for a new home, or a system to be retrofitted into an existing home. With the additional modules of Right-Suite Residential such as Right-Proposal Plus™, users can instantly generate additional automated takeoffs, professional reports, and fully customizable proposals.

“This new version of Right-HV Duct gives HVAC designers the ability to increase sales by quickly and easily creating their own high-velocity duct designs and proposals within the same program,” said Chris Edgren, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Wrightsoft. “With up-to-date Unico product details and additional useful improvements, this new release gives residential designers a competitive edge.”

Right-HV Duct includes manufacturer-tested automatic register placement rules and a complete database of parts and heating and cooling equipment, both generic and from the leading manufacturers. Additionally, the new database of parts and equipment numbers match the 2007 Unico offering, removing discontinued items and including the newest additions to the product lines.

Further enhancements include increased drag-and-drop functionality and other usability improvements in Right-Draw to help speed the design process, and the ability to set more detailed design preferences to help customize the high-velocity design. After drawing a building design, HVAC designers have the ability to choose from a list of high-velocity layouts, including horseshoe and perimeter, among others, which are automatically generated when chosen. When the design is complete, loads and air flows can be broken down by rooms, zones, and registers and displayed on the design layout.

This new Right-HV Duct version release will help designers more accurately estimate high-velocity jobs and, as a component of the full Right-Suite Residential program, can easily provide a one-stop tool for high-velocity duct designers.

LEXINGTON, MA, April 27, 2007—Wrightsoft Corporation today announced the second Annual Wrightsoft Design Competition to recognize excellence in HVAC systems design through the innovative use of Right-Suite Universal™ software. Entries will be accepted between June 1 and December 1, 2007 and can be submitted online at www.wrightsoft.com/designcontest.

This year’s competition will award one winner each in residential and commercial design categories. Winning designs are chosen based on a variety of factors including level of completion, project difficulty, equipment and system design, efficient use of energy, overall system cost, level of professionalism and appearance of the design documentation. Designs will be carefully reviewed by a panel of HVAC system design experts, including Wrightsoft CEO Bill Wright and Vice President of Software Development, Michael Shnitman.

“We’re looking forward to receiving an exceptional collection of submissions in this year’s Wrightsoft Design Competition,” said Bill Wright, Wrightsoft President and CEO. “Our customers continually show us that the high quality of HVAC systems designed with Wrightsoft is unmatched, and we want to recognize these achievements.”

The 2007 Wrightsoft Design Competition is open to all HVAC system designers using Right-Suite Universal™, the latest, award-winning version of Wrightsoft’s HVAC load, design, and sales software. Entries will be accepted beginning June 1, 2007 and must be submitted no later than December 1, 2007. Winners will be announced at the 2008 AHR Expo in New York City. Additional details and competition requirements, as well as information about upgrades can be found at www.wrightsoft.com/designcontest.

LEXINGTON, MA, April 4, 2007—Wrightsoft Corporation today announced that Cristian Popa of Advent Air in Lewisville, Texas is the winner of the first annual Wrightsoft Design Competition. Popa’s winning design, an original residential duct system for a 5,600 square foot residence, was created using several modules of Wrightsoft’s industry-leading HVAC design software, Right-Suite Residential™.

The Wrightsoft Design Competition recognizes excellence in HVAC design through innovative usage of Wrightsoft software. Designs were carefully reviewed by a panel of HVAC system design experts including Wrightsoft CEO Bill Wright. The winning design was chosen based on several factors, including level of completion, project difficulty, equipment and system design, efficient use of energy, overall system cost, the level of professionalism and appearance of the design documents and system.

“There is outstanding HVAC systems design being done in our industry today, and we created the Wrightsoft Design Competition to ensure this work is publicly recognized,” said Bill Wright, President and CEO of Wrightsoft. “This year’s winning project, created by Cristian Popa, is the kind of careful HVAC design that represents best practices in our industry.”

Popa’s winning design was created using several Right-Suite Residential design modules, including Right-J^TM, Right-Draw^TM, Right-D^TM, Right-Sales^TM, Right-Proposal Plus^TM, Right-2-Line Duct^TM and Right-HV Duct^TM. Together, these modules facilitate CAD-enabled design to speed the overall system design process, and allow for two-line duct drawings, CAD-quality layouts, and automatically generated parts take-off list and proposal.

Popa is the design team leader of Advent Air Conditioning (www.adventair.com), a residential and commercial HVAC system provider based in Lewisville, Texas. Advent uses Wrightsoft’s residential and commercial products to design and install approximately 2500 HVAC systems each year, generating $11 million annually. Through its use of Wrightsoft’s software, Advent has realized a significant competitive advantage by offering customers innovative, precise and professional system design and sales presentations.

Winners of the Wrightsoft Design Competition receive an 80GB Video iPod and an iTunes gift card.

Entries for the 2007 Wrightsoft Design Competition will be accepted beginning June 1, 2007, with a deadline of Dec. 1, 2007.