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» Nortek Reports 2nd-Quarter Increased Sales and Earnings
PROVIDENCE, R.I., Aug. 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nortek, Inc. ("Nortek") (OTC QB: NTKS), a leading diversified global manufacturer of innovative, branded residential and commercial ventilation, HVAC and home technology convenience and security products, today announced second-quarter financial re

» Sunovia Files Answer, Affirmative Defenses and Counterclaims to EPIR Complaint
SARASOTA, Fla., Aug. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sunovia™ Energy Technologies, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SUNV)("Sunovia"), a clean-tech company specializing in solar technology and LED lighting, announced today that it has filed a response to EPIR's complaint, and has asserted, among other th

» Eco-Activist Ed Begley, Jr., Teams with Play it Forward Nashville to Aid Flood Victims in Tennessee
ASHLAND CITY, Tenn., Aug. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- A. O. Smith spokesman Ed Begley, Jr., teamed with Play it Forward Nashville at V Lounge in Santa Monica, Calif., on July 29 to support a benefit concert aimed at helping families and businesses severely affected by the May flood in Tennessee. (Logo:  

» New Energy Management Starter (EMSTM) features BACnet and power metering for building automation systems.
New Energy Management Starter (EMSTM) features BACnet and power metering for building automation systems.

Today Cerus Industrial announced the release of the new EMSTM Smart Starter which is designed to work with HVAC fans, pumps and air handlers. The EMS starter features a Hand-Off-Auto keypad with LCD display for simple set up and operation. More importantly, it easily integrates with control systems by incorporating BACnet communications and providing 0.5% accuracy, utility grade metering for energy management.

Effortless Integration
The starter reduces installation time and increases reliability by incorporating common control requirements without additional external components. For example, it accepts dry or voltage inputs for activation by control systems without relays in boxes (no interposing relays required). Current sensors commonly used by building control contractors to detect loss of load, commonly referred to as proof of flow or status, are rendered obsolete by on-board true power load monitoring. Using power monitoring rather than current monitoring, the EMS is capable of detecting belt loss or coupling sheer accurately without difficult adjustments. Damper control and fireman?s override (smoke purge) are also standard.

A wide range, class 5-30 electronic overload and wide range voltage operation (120 to 480) VAC prevents installation call-backs due to mis-sized thermal overloads and nuisance trips.

The Starter of Choice for Green Buildings
The earth-friendly Energy Management Starter (EMS) is the ideal energy saver with streamlined automation integrating the use of BACnet communication. ?This innovative starter fills the market demand for better control and increased energy savings on small motors used within building control systems,? says Andre Perra [President of Cerus Industrial]. ?The installation is more efficient and the control is better than traditional starters that are haphazardly interfaced by third parties. Better control, easier sizing and direct communication create characteristics of quality and peace of mind for the installer, end user, and building owner.?

Utility Grade Power Monitoring for LEED Certification
Utility grade metering helps to control energy consumption within buildings. The EMS delivers valuable point of use energy consumption data via BACnet communication, pulse or analog output signals. Accurate to .5% on energy metering, the EMS is an important part of a Measurement and Verification plan required to obtain LEED building certification. Kilowatt Hour information and instantaneous kilowatt metering are available through RS485 with popular communication protocols such as BACnet or a pulse output for trending and control. Substantial savings can be realized in both installation and systems costs with power monitoring built-in to the EMS. Typical installation and costs per metered point with traditional starters and meters can run 50 to 75% more than that of the EMS.

Additional information about the EMS can be found at: http://www.cerusind.com

» Johnson Controls Releases Annual Business and Sustainability Performance Metrics
Johnson Controls Releases Annual Business and Sustainability Performance Metrics

MILWAUKEE, April 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) today announced the release of its latest Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) online sustainability report. The online matrix provides a detailed review of the company's financial, environmental and social performance over the past year.

The matrix complements the company's 2009 Business and Sustainability Report, which was released in December 2009 and is available in six languages. The GRI reporting framework provides companies with a uniform and transparent set of metrics to systematically report on sustainability initiatives and results.

The matrix offers a quick, easily accessible database of the company's results in 2009 across a broad range of topics. Highlights include:

* Financial performance for fiscal year 2009
* Metrics and information on the impact of the company's business activities on the environment and society
* Details of the company's partnerships with key organizations including the Carbon Disclosure Project, the Student Conservation Association and the United Nations Global Compact


"Since the foundation of our company 125 years ago, Johnson Controls has offered products and services to help make our customers' businesses and operations more sustainable," said Charles A. Harvey, vice president of Diversity and Public Affairs. "We focus on our own environmental performance and community programs with the same discipline we apply to working with customers. The GRI matrix clearly communicates our current initiatives in all these areas, as well as our long-term commitment to sustainability."

In February, Institutional Investor Magazine cited Johnson Controls as America's Most Shareholder-Friendly Company in the category of consumer - autos and auto parts. The company was also recognized for the third consecutive year with SAM's highest Gold Class sustainability rating in the auto parts and tires category. In March, Corporate Responsibility magazine ranked Johnson Controls 22nd among the 100 Best Corporate Citizens in the United States.

The company's commitment to sustainability has earned it industry and community recognition around the world. It is listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index and World Index, the Domini 400 Social Index, KLD Global Climate 100 Index, the FTSE4Good Index Series, the Calvert Social Index and the Maplecroft Bloomberg Climate Innovation Index.

To view the GRI matrix and the 2009 Business and Sustainability Report, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/sustainability.

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in over 150 countries. Our 130,000 employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles. Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat. Through our growth strategies and by increasing market share we are committed to delivering value to shareholders and making our customers successful.

For additional information, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com.

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» CECO Environmental Reports Second Quarter and Six Month 2010 Results
CINCINNATI, Aug. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CECO Environmental Corp. (NasdaqGM: CECE), a leading provider of industrial ventilation and pollution control systems, today announced second quarter results for the period ended June 30, 2010. Financial highlights from continuing operations for the sec

» Atco Rubber Products: Flexible Duct Kit For UV
Atco’s new ULTRA-FLEX should be used to replace new or existing flexible ductwork that will be directly exposed to damaging ultraviolet radiation from UV bio-treatment lamps.

» A.O. Smith Electrical Products Co.: Condenser Fan Motors
The line of 4-in-1® multiple-hp motors has expanded to include 1/2-hp ratings. The line of condenser fan motors now includes three 1/2-hp ratings for the 4-in-1 HeatMaster® motor series for high ambient temperature applications. The motors replace hundreds of 1/2 - 1/5-hp, 208-230 and 460 V, 825 or 1,075 rpm motors.

» Taylor-Wharton International Appoints Len York as President of Cryogenics Business
MECHANICSBURG, Pa., Aug. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Taylor-Wharton International LLC (TWI) is pleased to announce Len York's appointment as President of Taylor-Wharton Cryogenics LLC (Cryogenics).  Mr. York currently serves as Chief Financial Officer of TWI and will continue to perform his financial ro