Crimping Tool cuts insulated and non-insulated wire.

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Designed with 2 die positions, KP1022 Crimper is capable of crimping insulated and uninsulated terminals and splices from 10-22 AWG. Elongated nature of curved handles and double-cushioned grips optimize leverage and operator comfort. Smooth pivot action enables single-handed use, and precision-machined and hardened cutter blades at nose facilitate cutting of copper and aluminum wire.



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Greenlee's New KP1022 Crimper is Two Crimping Tools in One



Crimps both insulated and uninsulated terminals from 10-22 AWG

ROCKFORD, Ill. February 27, 2008 -Greenlee, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company launched its new KP1022 crimper. This new tool is designed with two die positions making it capable of crimping both insulated and uninsulated terminals and splices from 10-22 AWG. The cutter has long curved handles and double cushioned grips to provide good leverage and comfort and it's easy to carry in a tool pouch.

The smooth pivot action of the KP1022 makes it easy to use with one hand. The precision-machined and hardened cutter blades at the nose of the tool make cutting copper and aluminum wire fast and easy.

For more information on the new crimping tool or other products from Greenlee, a Textron company, call 1-800-435-0786 or visit www.greenlee.com.

Greenlee is known as a global leader in the professional tool category. The Rockford, Illinois-based company develops high quality innovative products distinguished by customer-driven design and differentiated by supply chain excellence. Greenlee also leverages its powerful brands such as Tempo, Fairmont, and Klauke in the electrical, construction and maintenance markets worldwide. More information is available at www.greenlee.com.

Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) is a $13.2 billion multi-industry company operating in 34 countries with approximately 44,000 employees. The company leverages its global network of aircraft, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna Aircraft Company, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, Fluid & Power, Textron Systems and Textron Financial Corporation. More information is available at www.textron.com.

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