Luxaire® Supports Dealers with 2009 Spring Promotion

Program offers consumers choice of rebates or free, 10-year extended warranties

NORMAN, OKLA. - (February 27, 2009) - In an effort to better support the independent contractor, the Luxaire (www.luxairebelievesinme.com) brand of residential and light-commercial HVAC equipment announces its 2009 spring promotion.

Beginning March 1 and continuing through June 15, participating Luxaire Liberties™ dealers will offer their customers up to $1,700 in cash-back rebates or free, 10-year extended warranties on parts and labor (unless prohibited by law in some states).

"As homeowners face an uncertain economy and rising energy costs, we’re happy to offer them significant savings on energy-efficient products in our Acclimate™ and LX Series," said Walt Jacobe, Luxaire brand manager. "Air conditioners, heat pumps and furnaces in these lines offer outstanding energy savings as well as quiet operation and, in the case of the LX Series, smaller, more compact packages. Additionally, a majority of the products featured in the promotion qualify for federal tax credits in 2009."

The spring promotion includes Luxaire Acclimate and LX Series air conditioners, heat pumps,
X-13 and variable-speed air handlers and furnaces, residential packaged units and Luxaire Super Systems. Rebates start at $50 on select gas furnace models and go up to $1,700 on Luxaire Super Systems, which could include an Acclimate air conditioner and variable-speed furnace or air handler, a matched Luxaire evaporator coil, any qualifying Luxaire programmable thermostat and any two Luxaire indoor air quality products.

For more information about the Luxaire 2009 spring promotion, contact Jacobe at 405-419-6546 or walter.w.jacobe@jci.com.

Luxaire® products from Johnson Controls, Inc., include high-performance residential central air-conditioners, heat pumps, furnaces and accessories and light-commercial, packaged heating and cooling systems marketed through a network of distributors and delivered to home- and building-owners through independent Luxaire heating and air conditioning dealers. For more information about Luxaire, visit www.luxairebelievesinme.com or call 877-958-9247.

Coleman® Announces 2009 Spring Promotion

Coleman® Announces 2009 Spring Promotion

Consumers can receive up to $1,700 cash back or free, 10-year parts and labor warranty

NORMAN, OKLA. - (February 20, 2009) - This spring, the Coleman® (www.switchtocolemanac.com) brand of residential and light-commercial HVAC equipment is offering consumers either a $1,700 cash-back rebate or a free, 10-year parts and labor extended warranty on qualifying equipment (unless prohibited by law in some states). The promotional period begins March 1 and runs through June 15.

Qualifying equipment includes Coleman Echelon™ and LX Series air conditioners, heat pumps, X-13 and variable-speed air handlers and furnaces, residential packaged units and Super Systems. Individual product rebates start at $50 and go up to $1,700 on Coleman Super Systems, such as the 18 SEER Echelon R-410A air conditioner with an Echelon variable-speed furnace or air handler, a matched Coleman evaporator coil, any qualifying Coleman programmable thermostat and any two Coleman indoor air quality products.

The rebate/warranty offer is only available through registered, participating Coleman Liberties™ dealers.

"Rapidly rising energy costs make this the perfect time for consumers to take advantage of energy-efficient, environmentally sustainable Coleman products. In addition, a majority of these products also qualify for federal tax credits in 2009, making it even more beneficial for consumers to bring reliable Coleman comfort into their homes," said Coleman Brand Manager Brian Michael.

For more information about the Coleman 2009 spring promotion, contact Michael at 405-419-6230 or Brian.K.Michael@jci.com.

Luxaire, Godfrey Win BtoB Magazine Best Creative Award

Luxaire, Godfrey Win BtoB Magazine Best Creative Award

HVAC brand successfully launches new series of air conditioners, 33-inch gas furnaces

NORMAN, OKLA. - (February 16, 2009) - Luxaire® Heating and Air Conditioning (www.luxairebelievesinme.com) and its full-service marketing communications agency, Godfrey (www.godfrey.com), have won a Best Creative Award 2008 from BtoB Magazine. The magazine presents its Best Creative Awards annually to those agencies and their clients who produce outstanding and innovative creative in the business-to-business sector.

Luxaire and Godfrey earned a runner-up award in the category "Integrated Campaign" (less than $200,000) for a campaign launching a new series of air conditioners and compact, 33-inch gas furnaces. The campaign included print ads, product literature, direct-mail pieces, store banners and an interactive component that features destination pages, animated banners, button ads and an interactive promotional game offering a chance to win Super Bowl tickets.

All campaign elements directed target audiences to Luxaire’s Web site and successfully doubled dealer traffic online. BtoB Magazine recognized the campaign for its strong integrated approach and deemed it an example of b-to-b integrated marketing at its "hard working best" that has a "grasp of how to use technology to its fullest."

"We are thrilled to have won this award from such a prestigious magazine," said Luxaire Brand Manager Walt Jacobe. "This kind of creative, superbly executed by Godfrey, allowed Luxaire to launch groundbreaking products that are making a huge impact in the heating, ventilating and air-conditioning industry. Distributors and dealers are definitely taking notice."

Luxaire® products from Johnson Controls, Inc., include high-performance residential central air-conditioners, heat pumps, furnaces and accessories and light-commercial, packaged heating and cooling systems marketed through a network of distributors and delivered to home- and building-owners through independent Luxaire heating and air conditioning dealers. For more information about Luxaire, visit www.luxairebelievesinme.com or call 877-958-9247.

Luxaire's New Acclimate UVC Germicidal Light

Luxaire's New Acclimate UVC Germicidal Light Brings Bright Ideas to Indoor Air Quality

Product Radiates Ultraviolet Light to Kill Microbial Organisms in Home Comfort Systems

NORMAN, OKLA. - (February 11, 2009) - The new Acclimate™ UVC (ultraviolet "C" frequency) germicidal light from Luxaire (www.joinluxaire.com/mawpr) brings bright ideas to indoor air quality as it radiates the microbial organisms that accumulate and grow on wet surfaces of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems.

These organisms (mold and fungus) are responsible for indoor air quality degradation, including the foul odor, otherwise known as "Dirty Sock" syndrome. The organisms also restrict airflow through the coil and limit heat transfer capability, which decreases performance and increases the operating costs of the equipment.

The new Acclimate UVC germicidal light is installed inside an HVAC system and irradiates the areas inhabited by the offending organisms, making it impossible for them to survive. As the organisms disappear, so do the odors and indoor air quality complaints.

To eliminate contaminants in HVAC systems, a UVC light must be able to provide maximum dosage of UVC energy at 45 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit in a rapidly moving airstream. Although many commercial lamps are designed for optimal performance at room temperature, the Luxaire Acclimate lamp uses a blend of inert gases in the bulb and a specialized power supply that maintains the optimal plasma temperature inside the bulb, even in a low temperature, moving airstream, making it the perfect application for an HVAC system.

By providing a lamp that with the highest output at low temperatures, the Luxaire Acclimate UVC germicidal light will kill target organisms in the shortest period of time. And, the mixture of gases creates a bulb which does not produce UV with wavelengths of less than 200 nanometers, meaning the new light does not contribute to ozone production.

The product's lamp assembly must be changed at or before 9,000 hours (approximately 12 months) of operation to maintain design output and to ensure germicidal effectiveness. An indicator light on the front panel of the power supply housing changes from blue to yellow to remind the consumer to contact the installing contractor to change the lamp. When the indicator light turns red, the lamp assembly must be replaced to maintain the highest level of performance.

The Acclimate UVC germicidal light is available in single and dual 115 and 208/230 volt models. To learn more, please contact your local Luxaire distributor.

Luxaire® products from Johnson Controls, Inc., include high-performance residential central air-conditioners, heat pumps, furnaces and accessories and light-commercial, packaged heating and cooling systems marketed through a network of distributors and delivered to home- and building-owners through independent Luxaire heating and air conditioning dealers. For more information about Luxaire, visit www.joinluxaire.com/mawpr or call 877-958-9247.

York® Affinity™ Modulating Gas Furnace Recognized

York® Affinity™ Modulating Gas Furnace Recognized with
Consumers Digest and 2009 AHR Innovation Awards

98 percent AFUE furnace saves energy and reduces costs

MILWAUKEE, Wisc. - (February 10, 2009) - Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: JCI), the global multi-industrial leader in energy efficiency and sustainability, recently announced its York® Affinity™ 33-inch, variable-speed modulating gas furnace with an electronically commutated motor (ECM) has been recognized as both a 2008 Consumers Digest Best Buy and a 2009 AHR Innovation Award winner. The York Affinity modulating gas furnace is the industry's most efficient gas furnace, achieving up to 98 percent Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) - the highest AFUE rating in the heating, ventilating and air-conditioning (HVAC) industry.

Consumers Digest awards its Best Buy recognition to products offering the most value in their product category. The designation is based on ease of use, efficiency, maintenance requirements and the manufacturer's reputation for quality and reliability.
AHR Expo Innovation Awards recognize the most innovative and useful products showcased at the AHR Expo in nine separate categories. Award Winning products and products worthy of Honorable Mention are determined by a panel of judges, appointed by the ASHRAE Journal for their knowledge and expertise in the HVAC&R Industry.
In redesigning the furnace line to the 33-inch size, Johnson Controls reduced the units' height by seven inches and incorporated a variety of features, making the furnace the ideal solution for applications where space is limited, including closets, attics and basements with low ceiling. Plus, operation of the Affinity is quiet - as low as 47 decibels (dB).
"The York Affinity modulating gas furnace is the perfect choice for dealers and homeowners searching for efficient heating systems that are easy to install and service in tight spaces while contributing to green, sustainable home design," said Jeff Hurt, York brand manager. "We're excited that industry professionals recognize the significant contribution this innovative new product makes to energy efficiency and have honored the Affinity unit with two outstanding awards."
Homeowners who install the furnace in their homes can save from $70 to $300 on energy costs during the heating season as compared to a 96.7 percent AFUE unit. The York Affinity furnace is ENERGY STAR® qualified, and comes with a lifetime warranty on the heat exchanger from Johnson Controls. All other model components include a five-year limited warranty.
York® products from Johnson Controls, Inc., include energy-efficient, residential central air-conditioners, heat pumps, furnaces and accessories and innovative light-commercial, packaged heating and cooling systems marketed through a national distribution network and delivered to home- and building-owners through qualified York heating and cooling dealers. For more information about York, visit: www.yorkupg.com or call 877-926-5362.

Luxaire® Extends Partnership with Make-A-Wish

Luxaire® Extends Partnership with Make-A-Wish Foundation® into 2011

Three-year, $675,000 commitment grants wishes of seriously ill children

NORMAN, OKLA. - (February 5, 2009) - Luxaire® Heating and Air Conditioning (www.luxairebelievesinme.com) recently renewed its commitment to helping children with life-threatening medical conditions by signing its third three-year contract with the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America®. This extends the partnership with the nation’s largest wish-granting organization into 2011 and commits $675,000 in contributions over three years.

Luxaire first embarked on a partnership with Make-A-Wish in 2001, agreeing to donate a portion of every sale of a Luxaire product toward its minimum annual contribution of $250,000. Since that time, Luxaire has donated more than $1.75 million dollars to the organization, enough to grant the wishes of 250 children diagnosed with life-threatening medical conditions.

"We greatly appreciate the relationship we have forged with Luxaire during the past eight years," said Angie Kuss, corporate alliances manager for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America. "The generous spirit of Luxaire and the enthusiasm of its employees enable our organization to enrich the lives of the courageous children we serve and bring hope, strength and joy to their families."

The Luxaire network of distributors and dealers also works with Make-A-Wish® chapters to organize a variety of fundraising activities, including raffles, golf outings and events affiliated with minor league baseball, Central Hockey League and Arena Football League teams. Using money raised by these and other fundraising activities, Luxaire has directly sponsored the wishes of more than 80 children in dealer markets.

"We are delighted to continue our partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation," said Luxaire Brand Manager Walt Jacobe. "It’s been a real joy to promote the partnership because, in doing so, we know we are directly impacting the lives of children in the communities where we live and work. At the same time, we’re inviting our customers to participate by purchasing Luxaire equipment, and we’re able to offer our dealers and distributors a program that truly differentiates them in the market."

Luxaire encourages homeowners to participate in the program by donating all or a portion of product rebates to their local Make-A-Wish® chapter during spring and summer promotions of Luxaire brand products. A number of redesigned marketing materials will continue to support the program and raise consumer awareness.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. It is the largest wish-granting charity in the nation, with 66 chapters in the United States and its territories. With the help of generous donors and more than 25,000 volunteers, the Make-A-Wish Foundation grants a wish every 40 minutes and has granted more than 171,000 heartfelt wishes since 1980. For more information about the Make-A-Wish Foundation, visit www.wish.org.

Luxaire® products from Johnson Controls, Inc., include high-performance residential central air-conditioners, heat pumps, furnaces and accessories and light-commercial, packaged heating and cooling systems marketed through a network of distributors and delivered to home- and building-owners through independent Luxaire heating and air conditioning dealers. For more information about Luxaire, visit www.luxairebelievesinme.com or call 877-958-9247.