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Cooper Controls Ltd., a subsidiary of Cooper Industries, LTD. (NYSE: CBE), announced that it has entered into a technology and marketing agreement with Electronics Diversified, LLC (EDI). Full terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

EDI is a leading manufacturer of high performance theatrical lighting and controls products including high density dimmer racks, protocol devices, and a complete line of power distribution for live performance, religious and performing arts facilities, and other demanding applications. Under the terms of the agreement, Cooper Controls has acquired various IP and technology assets and will be the exclusive distributor for all EDI products in North America.

The EDI product range will continue to be manufactured at the EDI facility in Hillsboro, Oregon. All sales and marketing will be handled by Cooper Controls from its offices in Peachtree City, Georgia.
“Cooper Controls has provided theatrical solutions for over 35 years through our Zero 88 brand of lighting consoles,” said Cooper Controls General Manager, Kenneth Walma. “With this agreement, we will now provide a complete solution for high performance theatrical applications in North America.”

About Cooper Controls
Cooper Controls, a division of Cooper Industries, Ltd., is the new force in lighting control, bringing together over 30 years of expertise ranging from architectural, through energy saving to entertainment markets. Within our portfolio we have world class brands, that when combined with the service and innovation of Cooper Industries, ensure that your installation will be cost effective, flexible and above all reliable. The focus for Cooper Controls is to be the global leader in lighting controls. Cooper Controls includes leading brands such as iLight, iLumin (North America), Greengate, and Zero88.
For more information, visit the website at www.coopercontrol.com