Explosion-Proof Seal Kit enables safe packing of fiber dam.

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EYS Tool Kit allows users to safely and reliably prepare explosion-proof seals via use of 5 tools packaged in canvas bag. Smooth plastic tools do not abrade electrical insulation. Numbered for identification, they include: hook tool for lifting conductors while packing fiber, packing tools for packing fiber without damaging conductor insulation, wedge tools for hands-free separation of conductors, and mirrored tool for inspecting fitting.

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Cooper Crouse-Hinds® introduces the New EYS Tool Kit for Explosionproof Seals

New Kit allows for the safe and reliable packing of a fiber dam in explosionproof seals SYRACUSE, NY, November 12, 2003, - The new EYS Tool Kit from Cooper Crouse-Hinds allows end-users to safely and reliably conduct one of the most critical, but tedious steps in preparing explosionproof seals, packing the fiber dam. "We went out and listened to what our end-users were saying about packing fiber dams," said Brad Delans, product line manager. "As a result, we heard what you, our customers were saying, and Cooper Crouse-Hinds introduced the EYS Tool Kit to help you pack seals with confidence." The EYS Tool Kit allows the end-user to safely and reliably prepare explosionproof seals efficiently with just five patented tools packaged in a handy canvas bag. The tools are made of a smooth durable plastic that will not abrade the electrical insulation and the tools are numbered for easy identification. The tools in the kit are: a hook tool that is used for lifting conductors while packing the fiber, packing tools that are used for packing fiber without damaging conductor insulation, wedge tools that are used for hands free separation of conductors and a mirrored tool that allows for easy inspection of the fitting. Cooper Crouse-Hinds, a division of Cooper Industries, Inc. is a diversified worldwide manufacturer of electrical products meeting light and heavy industrial applications with fittings, enclosures, motor controls, industrial lighting, plugs, receptacles and intrinsically safe equipment for abusive, hazardous and corrosive environments and a complete line of commercial products for commercial construction requirements. For more information about the new EYS Tool Kit, or other Cooper Crouse-Hinds products, call, write or e-mail: Cooper Crouse-Hinds at (315) 477-5531, P.O. Box 4999, Syracuse, New York 13221, crouse.customerctr@crouse-hinds.com. Or visit our web site at www.crouse-hinds.com.