Pasadena Refining Adopts InterPlan Systems’ Turnaround Planning and Management Systems

Houston, TX — August 3, 2009 – InterPlan Systems Inc., today announced that Pasadena Refining System Inc. (PRSI) is deploying InterPlan Systems’ eTaskMaker project planning software and ATC Professional Shutdown / Turnaround Management System for estimating, planning and managing their maintenance turnaround projects.

PRSI had previously used a variety of project management approaches for managing their turnaround maintenance projects including turnkey consulting services. However, the company has committed itself to developing an in-house management approach with the right tools to improve its competitive edge.

“Refining companies like Pasadena Refining are positioning themselves for success by seeking out leading edge technology that enables their workforce to work smarter and more efficiently while achieving better consistency and quality,” said Bernard Ertl, Vice President of InterPlan Systems. “InterPlan looks forward to helping Pasadena Refining achieve improved methodologies and best practices that will contribute to real competitive gains.”

About Pasadena Refining System Inc.
Pasadena Refining System Inc. operates an independent refining facility in Pasadena, Texas strategically located on the Houston Ship Channel with an approximate 120,000 barrel per day refining capacity.

About InterPlan Systems Inc.
InterPlan Systems started out as a turnaround management consulting outfit in 1977. Since then, InterPlan Systems has developed several leading estimating, planning and project management software solutions specific to the oil refining and petrochemical processing industries.

For more information, visit www.interplansystems.com or call +1.800.487.8589/+1.281.482.7126.