Eaton Corporation

Eaton Corporation describes itself as "a diversified power management company providing energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power. The company is a global technology leader in electrical products, systems and services for power quality, distribution and control, power transmission, lighting and wiring products; hydraulics components, systems and services for industrial and mobile equipment; aerospace fuel, hydraulics and pneumatic systems for commercial and military use; and truck and automotive drivetrain and powertrain systems for performance, fuel economy and safety." Eaton was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.

In 2011, Eaton recorded revenues of $16,049,000,000.

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Board of Directors
As of January 2013:
 * George S. Barrett -- Director since 2011
 * Todd M. Bluedorn -- Director since 2010
 * Christopher M. Connor -- Director since 2006
 * Michael J. Critelli -- Director since 1998
 * Alexander M. Cutler -- Director since 1993
 * Charles E. Golden -- Director since 2007
 * Linda A. Hill -- Director since 2012
 * Arthur E. Johnson -- Director since 2009
 * Ned C. Lautenbach -- Director since 1997
 * Deborah L. McCoy -- Director since 2000
 * Gregory R. Page -- Director since 2003
 * Gerald B. Smith -- Director since 2012

Executive Managment
As of January 2013:
 * Alexander M. Cutler -- chairman and chief executive officer
 * Richard H. Fearon -- vice chairman and chief financial and planning officer
 * Craig Arnold -- vice chairman and chief operating officer – Industrial Sector
 * Thomas S. Gross -- vice chairman and chief operating officer – Electrical Sector

Contact details
Eaton Corporation Eaton Center  1111 Superior Avenue  Cleveland, Ohio 44114-2584  phone: (216) 523-5000 website: www.eaton.com

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