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Karin Martin, Karin Martin Communications
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Cooper Lighting Introduces Halo 4-inch Compact Fluorescent Downlights
Small aperture ENERGY STAR® downlights complement and expand energy-efficient offering
PEACHTREE CITY, Ga., September 30, 2009 - Cooper Lighting, a division of Cooper Industries
plc (NYSE: CBE), has added a new line of ENERGY STAR® 4-inch compact fluorescent (CFL)
downlights to its Halo recessed downlight family. A popular choice for both residential and light
commercial spaces, the small aperture energy-efficient line includes both 13-watt and 18-watt
models available in both new construction and remodel housings. A design complement to the 5inch and larger 6-inch recessed CFL downlights, the 4-inch aperture size is commonly used for
accent, task and perimeter area lighting.
The 4-inch CFL downlight housings are designed for insulated ceilings (IC-rated) and can be in
direct contact with ceiling insulation. These AIR-TITE™ housings prevent airflow between attic
and living areas and save on both heating and air conditioning costs. The electronic compact
fluorescent ballast meets stringent ENERGY STAR® requirements including FCC Title 47 CFR
part 18 for consumer equipment.
Numerous contractor-friendly installation features include the GOT NAIL! ™ Bar Hangers that are
designed with a pre-installed nail that easily installs in regular lumber, engineered lumber and
laminated beams. Halo's popular Pass-N-Thru™ feature allows bar hangers to be shortened-toolless-without removing from the plaster frame. Additional features include a Safety and Guidance
System and Automatic Leveling Flange
An array of trims choices includes baffles, reflectors, decorative trims and new lensed shower and
metal baffle trims. Multiple finishes include Halo's new high quality designer metallic finishes of
Satin Nickel, Antique Copper and Tuscan Bronze.
The thermally protected, fused, 120V electronic ballast provides full light output and flicker-free
and noise-free starting and operation.
In addition to being ENERGY STAR® qualified and certified AIR-TITE™ under ASTM-E283 in
meeting the Washington State Energy Code and the New York State Energy Conservation
Construction Code; the downlights are compliant with the 2008 California Building Energy
Efficiency Standards (Title 24), effective January 1, 2010; and the 2009 International Energy
Conservation Code® (IECC) high efficacy provisions.
For additional information, visit www.cooperlighting.com or email
TalkToUs@CooperIndustries.com.
About Cooper Lighting
Cooper Lighting, a subsidiary of Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE), is the leading provider of
innovative, high quality interior and exterior lighting fixtures and related products to worldwide
commercial, industrial, retail, institutional, residential and utility markets. As lighting technologies
have advanced over the years, Cooper Lighting has been at the forefront of the industry in
helping businesses and communities leverage the latest technologies to improve efficiency,
reduce costs and enrich the quality of the environment. For more information, visit
www.cooperlighting.com.
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About Cooper Industries
Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) is a global manufacturer with 2008 revenues of $6.5 billion,
approximately 88% of which are from electrical products. Founded in 1833, Cooper's sustained
level of success is attributable to a constant focus on innovation, evolving business practices
while maintaining the highest ethical standards, and meeting customer needs. The Company has
eight operating divisions with leading market share positions and world-class products and
brands including: Bussmann electrical and electronic fuses; Crouse-Hinds and CEAG explosionproof electrical equipment; Halo and Metalux lighting fixtures; and Kyle and McGraw-Edison
power systems products. With this broad range of products, Cooper is uniquely positioned for
several long-term growth trends including the global infrastructure build-out, the need to improve
the reliability and productivity of the electric grid, the demand for higher energy-efficient products
and the need for improved electrical safety. In 2008, sixty-one percent of total sales were to
customers in the industrial and utility end-markets and thirty-seven percent of total sales were to
customers outside the United States. Cooper has manufacturing facilities in 23 countries as of
2008. For more information, visit the website at www.cooperindustries.com.
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