Junction Box Assembly suits mass transit applications.

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Approved to IP66 standards, VEAM junction box assembly contains complete harnessing system, including terminal blocks, cables, and electrical components. It is designed for control switchboard connections between vehicles, tilting systems, CCTV equipment, inter-vehicle connections, power and signal connections, and motor supplies up to 660 A. Power and signal contacts on components are rated to 400 A, and complete system is tested to electrical, shock, and vibration specifications.



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ITT Develops Junction Box Assemblies for Mass Transit Applications



Custom harnessing system includes terminal blocks, cables, electrical components...

SANTA ANA, Calif. - March 12, 2008 - ITT Interconnect Solutions, a leading global
manufacturer and supplier of connectors, interconnects, and cable assemblies, has developed a junction box assembly solution for mass transit applications. ITT's VEAM junction box
contains a complete harnessing system, including terminal blocks, cables and electrical
components for inter-vehicle connections as well as power and signal connections.

"Whether it is a single connector or a fully integrated junction box, we are able to provide our
customers with a custom interconnect solution that integrates directly into their mass transit
designs," said Keith Teichmann, director of marketing for ITT Interconnect Solutions. "Our
VEAM interconnects are also available in a wide range of shell sizes and contact arrangements
for integrating power and signal connections, and are suitable for either standard or harsh
environments."

The junction box and its components are ideal for control switchboard connections between
vehicles, tilting systems, CCTV equipment, inter-vehicle connections, power and signal
connections, and motor supplies up to 660A.

VEAM's junction boxes are approved to IP66 standards. Power and signal contacts on the
components are rated to 400A, and the complete systems are tested to electrical, shock and
vibration specifications.

While all VEAM junction boxes are custom, typical pricing ranges from approximately $300 to
$500 each in quantities of 250 pieces. Lead time is from 8 to 12 weeks.

About ITT Interconnect Solutions
ITT Interconnect Solutions is an international manufacturer and supplier of connectors
including circular, rectangular, fiber optic, RF, power and high voltage, audio, PCMCIA,
Compact Flash Card, enclosures, cable assemblies, and application specific custom solutions.

The Interconnect Solutions portfolio includes the brands Cannon, VEAM, and BIW. For more
information on ITT Interconnect Solutions and an archive of its press releases, please visit
http://www.ittcannon.com.

About ITT
ITT Corporation supplies advanced technology products and services in several growth
markets. ITT is a global leader in the transport, treatment and control of water, wastewater and
other fluids. The company plays a vital role in international security through its defense
communications and electronics products; space surveillance and intelligence systems; and
advanced engineering and related services. It also serves the growing leisure marine and
electronic components markets with a wide range of products. Headquartered in White Plains,
NY, the company generated $7.8 billion in 2006 sales.

Leads Contact:
Nas Hashemian
ITT Interconnect Solutions
666 East Dyer Road
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Tel.: +714-628-8370
Fax: +714-628-2249
Email: nas.hashemian@itt.com
Web: www.ittcannon.com

Keywords: ITT, Interconnect Solutions, VEAM, junction box, connector, mass transit

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