Auton Motorized Systems -- World's Leader in Motorized Lift Systems -- Was Hit of CEDIA Trade Show With Two New Lifts At http://www.auton.com.

Business Editors

CEDIA 

VALENCIA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 19, 2001

Attendees looking for innovative products at this year's CEDIA (Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association) International Trade Show weren't disappointed.

Auton Motorized Systems once again took the lead, showcasing three "Auton Originals" in the field of home-automation: a new safety feature as well as two new products -- their Plasma Lift with a swivel and the IN-VIS-O-TRAK -- both unique alternatives for home theater viewing.

Safety First: In light of the fact that motorized lifts are being installed in all sorts of environments, sometimes cabinets with heavy marble tops, Auton created an automatic shut-off switch designed to prevent ones hands from getting caught within a cabinet. The current industry standard uses a set of wooden dowels, on which a cabinet lid is mounted to the TV. Though the dowel arrangement was originally designed to prevent serious human injury, depending upon the weight of the lid, the lowering of a lift might still prove to be dangerous. With Auton's optional shut-off switch installed, the lift will automatically stop if it detects any sort of resistance, without ever touching the user's hands.

New Products: Specially designed for plasma screen televisions, the Plasma Lift enables you to conceal your thin screen t.v. practically anywhere. The Lift is available in two styles: ceiling pop-down and the up-and-down lift, either of which are available with the swivel option. The ceiling pop-down is strictly a custom item, while the up-and-down model's standard dimensions are 46"W x 32"H x 9"D, with custom sizes available.

Specifically designed with today's modern home in mind, Auton's IN-VIS-O-TRAK was a real show-stopper! The IN-VIS-O-TRAK is perfect for concealing your client's television set or perhaps even a safe, exhibit or collection behind a favorite painting, when not in use. Available in both vertical and horizontal styles, the unit's standard dimensions are 44"W x 45"H x 8"D with a weight capacity of 50 pounds, though custom sizes are available.

Operational from a 120VAC/60HZ outlet, no special wiring is required for any of Auton's lifts. Shipped completely assembled for easy installation, all lifts feature: a manual override switch in case of a lost or damaged remote; adjustable limit switches to control the stopping point of the lift; an electronic box that can be mounted in or away from the unit; and gear guards to prevent objects or wiring from getting caught between the gears and tracks. Auton Motorized Systems of Valencia, California, is the world's first and largest manufacturer of motorized television lifts. Since its inception in 1955, Auton has been providing motorized lift systems for architects, designers, and fine furniture makers, opening up a whole new array of design options! Auton Lift Systems are installed throughout the world in fine homes, offices, hotels, yachts and aircraft, just to name a few examples. Most popular for its use in motorized furniture, other uses include: ceiling pop-down televisions and projectors; motorized screens; pop-up liquor cabinets; variable height coffee tables; pop-up displays and collections; and lift panels. In the kitchen, Auton has motorized pop-up spice racks, oven hoods and a "smart waiter," which brings up the groceries from the downstairs garage.

Unlike the old fashioned "scissor-type" lifts, Auton's specially designed lifts eliminate wobble and can easily lift uneven loads. To assure the quality of its systems, all of Auton's lifts are made in the U.S.A. and are backed by a one year warranty. To place your order or for more information about Auton motorized lift systems, call 661/257-9282 or visit Auton on the Internet at http://www.auton.com. Now available ... tours of Auton's International Showroom, open to the public!

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