Emerson Climate Technologies™ Introduces System Design Simulator Software For HVACR Engineers

Innovative software significantly reduces design time, development cost and repetitive testing

ST. LOUIS, August 4, 2004 – Emerson Climate Technologies™, a business of Emerson (NYSE: EMR), today announced the introduction of its System Design Simulator software. The unique software, designed specifically for HVACR engineers, significantly shortens design time and reduces the need for repetitive and frequent laboratory testing by predicting the steady-state heating and cooling performance of vapor compression systems for a wide range of system configurations and operational variables.

Developed by Emerson Climate Technologies’ Design Services Network, this best-in-class software traces its roots to the engineering model developed by Oak Ridge National Laboratory for the U.S. Department of Energy.

“As an integral part of Emerson Climate Technologies, our mission at Design Services Network is to improve the competitiveness of our customers by providing the engineering expertise and solutions they need to differentiate their offerings and reduce their engineering costs. The System Design Simulator accomplishes both of these…and then some,” says Sean Orban, director of business development for Design Services Network. “System Design Simulator is intuitive, accurate and extremely user-friendly thanks to feedback from our more than 200 global beta testers.”

System Design Simulator is a powerful interactive application that provides the predictive intelligence needed to optimize designs before committing expensive resources to them. Its component selection and simulation programs speed the development process by enabling engineers to detect potential problems and take corrective action early in the design process. Its rapid "what if?" design analysis function gives designers credibility by allowing them to quickly evaluate numerous design configurations and select the specific one best suited for each unique application. The software’s superior optimization capabilities reduce development costs by allowing users to refine designs and get more equipment performance for the investment. Any individual or organization involved in the design of HVACR systems can benefit from the speed, accuracy and cost savings associated with using System Design Simulator.

For more information about System Design Simulator, please contact Design Services Network at (937) 493-2747.

About Emerson
St. Louis-based Emerson is a global leader in providing customers with innovative technologies and solutions in five business segments: industrial automation; process control; heating, ventilating and air conditioning; electronics and telecommunications; and appliance and tools. Sales in fiscal 2003 were $14 billion.

About Emerson Climate Technologies
Emerson Climate Technologies™, a business of Emerson, is the world’s leading provider of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration solutions for residential, industrial and commercial applications. The group combines best-in-class technology with proven engineering, design, distribution, educational and monitoring services to provide customized, integrated climate control solutions to improve human comfort, safeguard food and protect the environment.

About Design Services Network
Design Services Network, part of Emerson Climate Technologies, is a leading provider of advanced refrigeration, cooling and air-conditioning solutions for commercial, industrial and scientific system manufacturers worldwide. Design Services Network is comprised of a team of experienced engineering professionals with broad expertise in testing, design and system outsourcing. The company’s unique combination of product and application knowledge allows it to manage an entire project from start to finish. Design Services Network is headquartered in Sidney, Ohio.