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Dana's Pacer Brake Systems Honored by Civilian Military Council

12 July 1999

Dana's Pacer Brake Systems Honored by Civilian Military Council
    PENSACOLA, Fla., July 9 -- Dana Corporation
announced today its Pacer Brake Systems division received the 1998 Guard and
Reserve Employer of the Year Award honoring a local organization that "goes
the extra mile" in supporting the Guard and Reserve program.  The award is
presented annually by the Armed Forces and Civilian Military Council of the
Pensacola Area Chamber of Commerce.
    Pacer Brake Systems, a manufacturer of hydraulic brake hose, is a division
of Dana Fluid System Products, one of the core businesses of Dana's Engine
Systems strategic business unit.  The Dana division was nominated for the
award by Specialist Emily Armstrong, an engineering technician at Pacer Brake,
who serves with the 842nd Signal Company stationed in Milton, Fla.
    "We have four members of the Guard and Reserve working at Pacer and we
work with all of them to accommodate time off for their monthly drill periods
and annual training," said Michael Morrison, Pacer's plant manager.  "Dana
people are our most important asset and encouraging professional and personal
growth is a priority throughout our organization."
    The Dana Engine Systems Group provides components, modules, and complete
systems solutions to engine builders worldwide.  The group's product lines
include Victor Reinz(R) gaskets and sealing products, Perfect Circle(R) piston
rings and engine parts, Glacier(R) Vandervell(R) engine bearings, fluid system
products, and Plumley powertrain components.
    Dana Corporation is one of the world's largest independent suppliers to
vehicle and engine manufacturers and the aftermarket.  Founded in 1904 and
based in Toledo, Ohio, the company operates some 330 major facilities in 32
countries and employs more than 86,000 people.  The company reported sales of
$12.5 billion in 1998.  Dana's Internet address is http://www.dana.com.