Emerson Announces National Distribution Agreement
Sidney, Ohio, October 24, 2016 – Emerson (NYSE: EMR) announced today that it has finalized a national distribution agreement with United Refrigeration Inc.
“We recognize the need to expand our position with high-performing, growth-oriented wholesalers who are well-aligned with Emerson’s business objectives and have the capability to meet the challenge of changing industry dynamics,” said John Rhodes, president, refrigeration, Emerson Commercial & Residential Solutions.
United Refrigeration is a leading wholesale distributor of refrigeration, HVAC and food retail products throughout North America. With over 400 locations backed by regional distribution warehouses, United Refrigeration provides convenient access to products and technical expertise for HVAC/R contractors and their customers. More information about the company’s comprehensive resources can be found at www.uri.com.
This agreement authorizes all United Refrigeration locations to sell Emerson’s full line of Copeland™ products and was reached in order to better serve the needs of refrigeration and air conditioning contractors nationwide.
About Emerson
Emerson (NYSE: EMR), headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global technology and engineering company providing innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and residential markets. Our Emerson Automation Solutions business helps process, hybrid, and discrete manufacturers maximize production, protect personnel and the environment while optimizing their energy and operating costs. Our Emerson Commercial and Residential Solutions business helps ensure human comfort and health, protect food quality and safety, advance energy efficiency, and create sustainable infrastructure. For more information visit Emerson.com.
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