Industries 2011 EPG Kirk Hachigian, Chairman and CEO Dave Barta, CFO D S Dan Swenson, VP IR Material in this presentation contains "forward-looking "for ard looking statements" within ithin the meaning of the safe harbor pro provisions isions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are not historical facts but instead represent only our beliefs regarding future events, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and outside of our control. It is possible that our actual results and financial condition may differ, possibly materially, from the anticipated results and the financial condition indicated in these forward-looking statements. For us, particular uncertainties t i ti that th t could ld cause our actual t l results lt to t be b materially t i ll different diff t than th those th expressed d in i our forward-looking f d l ki statements include: market and economic conditions, competitive pressures, volatility of raw material, transportation and energy costs, our ability to develop and introduce new products, our ability to implement revenue growth plans and cost-reduction programs, mergers and acquisitions and their integration, implementation of manufacturing rationalization programs, changes in mix of products sold, changes in financial markets including currency exchange rate fluctuations, political developments, and changes in legislation and regulations (including changes in tax laws). For a discussion of some of the risks and important factors that could affect our future results and financial condition, see "Risk Factors" in Part I, Item 1A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2010 and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in Part II, Item 7 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2010. A reconciliation of any non-GAAP financial measure included in this presentation to the most directly comparable GAAP measure can be accessed in the “Investors” section of the Cooper Industries website, www.cooperindustries.com. This is a copyrighted presentation of Cooper Industries plc and is intended for the exclusive use of the participating audience. No other use of this presentation may be made without the express written consent of Cooper Industries. 2 Recent Milestones ¾Tools JV Established ¾Asbestos Trust Completed ¾US Pension 94% Funded ¾Excellent CAP Structure ¾Sh ¾Share C Countt D Down/Dividend /Di id d Up U eco d Core Co e G Growth: o t ¾Record – Vitality Index – International Sales Exited Crisis In Terrific Shape 3 Dynamic Global Markets ¾ Emerging Markets ¾ Unemployment ¾ Energy/Electrical Demand ¾ US/Europe US/E rope Deficits ¾ Energy Efficiency/Green ¾ Political Instability ¾ Transforming T f i Technologies T h l i ¾ Inflation ¾ Natural Disasters Opportunities Outweighing Risks 4 Electrical Revenue History* -22% ($ In Billions) -11% Well Positioned For Next Growth G Cycle C * Excludes Tools 5 Operating Margin History* -390bps 390bps -210bps 210bps New Business Model More Resilient To Global Cycles * Excludes Tools And Restructuring 6 Earnings Per Share History* $3 75-$3 90 $3.75-$3.90 Return to Record EPS in Two Years! * Diluted, From Continuing Operations And Adjusted for Split, Excluding Unusual Items 7 Free Cash Flow To Income* FCF as a % of Sales 10.8% 12.5% % 9 5% 9.5% 10.4% 7.5% 8.6% 10.3% 11.6% 11.7% 12.0% 7.7% $344 $314 $428 $384 $383 $490 $535 $682 $761 $633 $607 $600M+ Strong Cash Flow In Up And Down Cycles * Recurring Income From Continuing Operations 8 Net Debt To Total Capitalization* 43.9% 10.9% Conservative Capital Structure Allows Strategic Flexibility * Net Debt: Total Debt Less Cash And Investments 9 Debt Profile Amo nt Amount Eff Rate Eff. D e Date Due Date $ 325 3.55% Nov ‘12 300 300 5 56% 5.56% Apr ‘15 Apr 15 250 2.38% Jan ‘16 300 300 5 75% 5.75% Jul ‘17 Jul 17 250 3.88% Dec ‘20 $ 1,425 $ 1,425 Long Term Debt Long Term Debt 11 Other Misc Debt ‐ Commercial Paper Commercial Paper (1,008) $ 428 Placed Dec ‘10 Cash and Investments Net Debt ‐ 3/31/2011 Well Termed and Attractive Rates 10 Five Year Capital Allocation History $3 9B $3.9B Fund Strategic Growth $563 Capital Expenditures $1,068 Acquisitions $275 Debt Retirement $806 Dividends $1,440 Share Repurchases Reward Shareholders 2006-2010 $2.2B Cash Returned To Shareholders In Last 5 Years… While Funding Strategic Growth 11 Next 5 Years Priorities ¾ Drive Core Growth Of 6% To 9% Over The Cycle ¾ Pursue Bolt-On Acquisitions That Complement The Core ¾ Leverage e e age Incremental c e e ta Co Core eG Growth o t Att A Minimum Of 25% ¾ Target T 100% C Cash hC Conversion i Distractions Behind Us, Focused on Growth 12 Cooper Portfolio In Great Shape E&SS Power CrouseSystems Hinds Industrial Commercial Safety Int’l. Commercial Wiring Devices Utility U.S.Int’l.Intl. Industrial U.S. U.S. Li hti Lighting Utility EPG 100% Electrical 59% Industrial/Utility 35% Commercial/Res 39% International Large, g , Global,, Healthy y End-Markets Target 6 – 9% Core Growth Based On FY2010, Excluding Tools 13 Why Cooper? GROWTH ¾100% Electrical/ Balanced End Markets + EFFICIENCY ¾ Rapidly Rescalable = LOW RISK ¾Slow Steady Growth = Double Digit EPS Growth ¾ Low CAP Exp Requirements ¾Secure Dividend ¾Embedded Technology ¾Endless Productivity/ VAVE ¾Disciplined Capital Deployment ¾Critical Global Macro Trends ¾Price to Offset Material Inflation ¾Global Customer Base ¾Strong Sustainable Cash Flow ¾Access to Emerging Markets ¾$140B Served Market! Low Risk … Well Managed … Predictable, Steady Returns 14 Long-Term Global Trends Electricity Demand / Utility Grid Upgrade Global Infrastructure Conservation / “Green” / Energy Efficiency Safety / Protection / M Mass Notification N tifi ti Uniquely Positioned To Penetrate Key Global Trends 15 Oil & Gas Opportunity Crouse e-Hinds ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ Lighting Enclosures Fitti Fittings Plugs & Receptacles Cable Glands Safety ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ Fire Protection Notification Signals & Alarms Emergency Lighting B-Line e P d t Products ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ Cable Tray B lt d Framing Bolted F i Strut Grating Pipe Hangers A Acquisitions i iti ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ MTL Pauluhn Hyundai Iluram MEDC Hernis Raxton Redapt ¾ GS Metals Gl b l Opportunity Global O t it ¾ Sales Alignment ¾ P Project j t Coordination ¾ Regional R i l Strategies St t i ¾ Key Account Targets Capitalize On ONE COOPER Strategy 16 Cooper Petrochemical Portfolio Lighting Instrumentation CCTV Signals, Alarms & Surveillance Connectivity Motor M t C Controls t l & Distribution Fittings & Glands Comprehensive Product Solutions For Global Petrochemical Applications Wireless Enclosures & Structures 17 Cooper Upstream and Midstream Portfolio Lighting Instrumentation CCTV Signals, Alarms & Surveillance Connectivity Motor M t C Controls t l & Distribution Fittings & Glands Wireless Enclosures & Structures Comprehensive Product Solutions For Global Oil & Gas Applications 18 Portfolio Evolution Core Growth Strong Brands Strong Cash Flow High g Growth/Global/ High Margin Less Working Capital Lighting Cable Tray Fuses Transformers Expl Proof Expl-Proof LED Interconnect Smart Grid Capacitors Electronics Safety Strong Core Portfolio…Emerging Platforms Provide Access To High Growth, More Profitable Global Markets 19 Portfolio Summary T Technology y/Specifica ation/Globa al High Tools Low Slow C Core G Growth th ~60% Of Portfolio Now Positioned In Faster Growth/Higher Technology/Global Markets Fast 20 Electrical Businesses Market Size Energy & Safety Solutions Power Systems $1,150+/$ , million Market Size: $40B Crouse-Hinds $850+/- million Market Size: $28B Safety $ $500+// million Market Size: $8B Based on FY2010 Electrical Products Group Lighting $1,050+/- million Market Size: $10B Bussmann $550+/ million $550+/Market Size: $24B B-Line B Line $350+/- million Market Size: $19B Wiring Devices $300+/- million Market Size: $17B $140B+ Served Market Opportunity 21 Cooper Business Model Customer Loyalty Innovation Globalization Revenue Growth EPS Growth Cash Flow Cas o Talent Development Op. Excellence M&A Focused And Proven Business Model 22 Heavy Investment During The Downturn Innovation Globalization ¾ Cooper Technology C Center (H (Houston)) ¾ LED Innovation Center (PeachTree City, GA) ¾ Saudi Arabia Shared M Manufacturing f t i Facility F ilit ¾ Customer Loyalty Programs ¾ New Product Vitality At All-Time All Time High ¾ China Bussmann/CWD Factories Customer Loyalty ¾ C3 Customer Portal ¾ Romania Mfg. Positioned Business For Long Term Performance 23 Customer Loyalty Cooper Connection Global Sales Excellence Strategic Pricing Loyalty Initiatives Marketing Communication Vertical Markets Product Mgmt. Leadership Technology Center/Training Building B ildi Upon U A Legacy L Of Innovation, I ti Service And Expertise 24 Innovation - Product Vitality New Product % of Sales ¾ LED Innovation Center in Peachtree City, GA – Reduced New Product Time To Market – Leverage Across Cooper Businesses ¾ Cooper Ranked #1 Industrial Innovator* * From The Patent Board’s April p 2011 Industrial Component p Supplier Patent Scorecard New Product Leadership Drives Organic Growth And Margin Expansion 25 Investment In Research & Development Vitality R&D Spend R&D % Of Sales Vitality A Function Of People, Process And Investment 26 Patent Board Rankings Ranked #1 In Most Recent Patent Board Rankings For Industrial Components and Fixtures 27 Why International Focus FASTER GDP GROWTH LOW COST MFG/ SOURCING COOPER COMPETITIVENESS GLOBAL CUSTOMER MIGRATION ((EPC/ ELECTRONICS) INNOVATION /TALENT - M&A - R&D - IT Fundamental Component Of Cooper Business Model 28 Globalization Investments +9% +17% -20% +22% Iluram +16% +5% Mount Eng. Cybectec Apex NX Mid East Xian Fuse N. Africa Saudi Mfg Hernis MEDC CC Europe CBE Europe Polaron Romania Mfg Australia NX China NX Capacitor JV NX SE Asia Hyundai Cyme WD China Turkey NX Korea NX Save Fuse NX Russia NX India MTL Digital China Spain NX MX Mfg Plan China HQ NX Japan Nature Clarity Xian Mfg Brazil BD 2005 2006 2004 2007 2008 2009 2010 Years Of Steady Investment In Global Expansion Acquisition Organic NX 29 Enhanced Global Footprint Manufacturing: ¾ Australia ¾ Brazil ¾ Canada ¾ China ¾ Colombia ¾ France ¾ Germany ¾ Greece ¾ Hungary ¾ India ¾ Korea ¾ Mexico ¾ Norway ¾ Romania ¾ Saudi Arabia ¾ Spain ¾ Switzerland S ¾ Sweden ¾ Singapore ¾ Taiwan ¾ United Kingdom ¾ United States MANUFACTURING SALES Manufacture In 22 Countries – Sell In over 100 30 Enhanced Competitive Position 9 Core Productivity Program 9 Enhanced Global Footprint 9 New Enterprise System Aggressively Transformed Company’s Company s “Operating Operating System” System … Significant Upside Still Exists 31 Operational Excellence Strategic Imperative Ongoing Productivity from MVP/Lean/VAVE Programs Fully Leverage Global Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain Optimize Global Footprint Area Of Focus Benefit ¾ Accelerate Growth Safety Service & Quality Inventory & Payables Lead Times Direct/Indirect Di t/I di t Material & Labor Costs Local Manufacturing for Local Markets ¾ Improve Employee Safety ¾ Increase Customer Service & Loyalty ¾ Ongoing Cost Out & Elimination Of Waste ¾ Reduce Working C it l Capital ¾ Record Productivity & Safety Strong Foundation For Continuous Improvement And Growth 32 Footprint Rationalization 2000 – 2008 22+ Sites 2009 – 2010 18 Sites 2011 & Beyond TBD Evaluate Footprint On Continuous Basis 33 Operations Summary ¾ Shift Shifted d To T A Common C ERP System S t And A d More M Centralized C t li d Business Model – Standard Tools, Processes & Controls ¾ Rigor And Cadence Applied To Common Metrics: Safety, Safety Quality, Productivity And Inventory ¾ Core Productivity Program Generating Significant Benefits – Margins, Customer Service, Cash Flow ¾ Upside With Lean, Lean Value Engineering And Reduced Complexity g Footprint p Much More Competitive p Than ¾ Manufacturing 2001 / 2002 – More Work To Do ¾ Global Supply Chain Sourcing – Flexibility And Low Cost Still Additional Opportunity In Lean, Value Engineering And Complexity 34 Rapid Adjustment To Economic Cycles FY 2008 vs. FY 2009 ¾Operating Working Capital 23% ¾ Inventory 25% ¾SG&A* 16% ¾ COS* 21% ¾ Headcount Headcount* 10% Rapid p Response p To 22% Revenue Decline…EPS Down 30% From 4Q 2009 Earnings Conference Call Presentation * Normalized For Impact Of Acquisitions And Excluding Unusual Items – Includes Tools 35 Acquisition Core Strategy Acquisition Focus Areas Platforms Technology gy ¾ Strengthen The “Core” ¾ Specification/Technology Driven Businesses ¾ Enhance Global Footprint Globalization ¾ Strong Balance Sheet ¾ Talented Management Executing A Consistent And Disciplined Strategy 36 2004 - 2011 M&A Activity S Summary* * > 1,300 targets identified in over 50 countries 100+ Deals Presented > $15B in Revenue ¾ Closed 34 Deals Across All 7 Divisions Screening ¾ 17 International Deals in 7 Countries Diligence ¾ Executed On 11 Strategic Growth Platforms ¾ Strengthened The Core 34 Closed Deals Execution *Includes 1 Transaction (Filtronic) For Tools ¾ Specification / Technology Driven Businesses ¾ Enhanced Our Global Footprint Proven Process And Discipline Capability In M&A 37 Platform Priorities Bussmann B Transportation Bussmann B Electrical Bussmann B Electronics Cooper C Connectivity Crouse-Hinds Instrumentation Crouse-Hinds Industrial EX Power Systems Global Products Power Systems Utility Automation Lighting Controls Lighting LED Cooper Safety Fire/Mass Notif. Cooper Architectural & Safety Lighting Highest Impact, Largest Market Opportunities; Focus Primarily On Industrial / Utility 38 Acquiring Around Global Trends Electricity Demand/ Utility Grid Upgrade ¾ EAS / Utility Automation ¾ LED ¾ Lighting Controls ¾ CPS Global ¾ Buss Electronics Green / Energy Efficiency • 2006 - Cannon • 2007 - Cybectec • 2008 - Cyme • 2010 - Eka Systems • 2004 - RSA • 2007 - io Lighting • 2007 - Clarity • 2009 - IMS • 2011 - Ilumitron • 2005 - Novitas • 2007 - Polaron • 2007 - PCI • 2009 - Transpower • 2010 - Apex Controls • 2007 - Nature • 2005 - Save Fuse Global Infrastructure ¾ Safety/Notification Safety / Protection / Notification • 2004 - MEDC • 2006 - Wheelock • 2007 - MadahCom • 2007 - Roam Secure • 2010 - Hernis • 2010 0 0 - Mount ou t Engineering g ee g ¾ Crouse-Hinds EX/ Instrumentation/ • 2007 - Hyundai • 2008 - MTL • 2009 - Pauluhn • 2010 - Iluram ¾ Airport Lighting • 2008 - Transtech ¾ Buss Transportation • 2007 - Sure Power • 2007 - Omnex • 2006 - G&H • 2007 - WPI ¾ Interconnect ¾ Buss Electrical ¾ B-Line Penetrating Key Global Trends • 2006 - Xian • 2007 - GS Metals 39 Five Year Cash Allocation History $3 9B $3.9B Maintained 10%+ ROIC* Cap Ex Acquisitions Debt Retirement Dividend Share B b k Buybacks Up 57% Over 5 Years Repurchased 35 Million Shares At $41 Avg Avg. Price 2006 - 2010 Multiple Paths To Shareholder Value Creation * Invested Capital = Net Debt + Shareholders Equity 40 Total Shareholder Return Peer Group p Avg. S&P 500 All The Pieces In Place For Consistent Consistent, Sustainable Long-Term Shareholder Returns Peer Group: Acuity; Danaher; Dover; Eaton; Emerson; Hubbell; Illinois Tool Works; Snap-On; Ingersoll-Rand; Newell Rubbermaid; Parker-Hannifin; Pentair; Stanley Black & Decker; SPX; Thomas & Betts 41 Based on calendar year end 2010 End Market Outlook End Market % of Sales Industrial 34% Utility 25% Resi/Other 13% Commercial 28% International 39% 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Markets Recovering…Driving Growth Over The Cycle Percentages Based On FY2010 Results Excluding Tools 42 CBE Investments In Growth Innovation Customer Loyalty –Cooper Connection –Tech Center –Web Redesign/C3/CRM –Vitality Index At Record High –Expanded Engineering –LED/RF LED/RF Pl Platforms tf Globalization –Global NX Structure –Local Products/Markets –17 Acq. Outside U.S. Revenue Growth EPS Growth Cash Flow M&A Talent Development –Global/Diverse Teams –Expanded Commercial Resources/Engineering/BD Operational p Excellence –Lean/MVP/VAVE –SAP –LCC Mfg/Global Sourcing –12 Growth Platforms –34 Deals In 7 Years –Balance Sheet Capacity Well Positioned For Continued Strong Performance 43 Shareholder Value Creation Great Portfolio ¾100% Electrical ¾Diverse End Markets ¾Access To Key Global Trends ¾Global Capabilities ¾Technology Driven Capital Allocation ¾Fund The Core ¾Disciplined M&A ¾G ¾Great Capital C i l Structure S ¾Share Counts Down/Dividend Up ¾Pension Funded B i Business M d l/E Model/Execution ti ¾Rapidly Scalable ¾St ¾Strong Cash C h Flow Fl ¾Endless Growth Opportunities ¾Focused On The Right Business Initiatives ¾Performance Based Culture All The Pieces In Place For Consistent, Sustainable Long-Term Shareholder Returns 44 Industries 2011 EPG Questions & Answers