Modine Donates Heating Products to ABC TV's ''Extreme Makeover: Home Edition'' for Church and Gymnasium Project in Hurricane Damaged New Orleans.RACINE, Wis. -- Modine Manufacturing Company (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :MOD), a world leader in developing thermal management solutions for a diversified group of markets including truck, off-highway, automotive, engine, and building heating, ventilating ventilating Natural or mechanically induced movement of fresh air into or through an enclosed space. The hazards of poor ventilation were not clearly understood until the early 20th century. Expired air may be laden with odors, heat, gases, or dust. , and air conditioning, (HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning) In the home or small office with a handful of computers, HVAC is more for human comfort than the machines. In large datacenters, a humidity-free room with a steady, cool temperature is essential for the trouble-free ), is proud to announce that it has joined with ABC ABC in full American Broadcasting Co. Major U.S. television network. It began when the expanding national radio network NBC split into the separate Red and Blue networks in 1928. Television's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" and donated HVAC products to warm a church and gymnasium in Hurricane Katrina damaged New Orleans, LA. The 120 year old First Emanuel Baptist Church in the central city of New Orleans was damaged in the storm and needed a new roof and general makeover. Two members of Modine's staff joined the "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" team to tackle the challenge of updating the existing structure, and give the 1,200 members of the congregation new hope. In addition to the repairs to the church and the gym's roof, the crew also built classrooms and a library in the gym for the children. The episode, which airs on ABC-TV, Thursday, April 6, 2006 at 7 p.m. Central time (CST CST abbr. 1. Central Standard Time 2. convulsive shock treatment CST Central Standard Time Noun 1. ), is part of four special episodes titled "After the Storm," and one of the largest projects tackled in the three seasons of the network show. "We are extremely proud to help this congregation in New Orleans to get back on its feet. When Extreme Makeover called and asked for help, we did not hesitate. Our employees around the globe are proud to help those whose lives have been turned upside down by Hurricane Katrina," said Wayne Canfield, Modine's General Manager Commercial HVAC & Refrigeration refrigeration, process for drawing heat from substances to lower their temperature, often for purposes of preservation. Refrigeration in its modern, portable form also depends on insulating materials that are thin yet effective. Division. Modine donated two Power Vented Blower Unit heaters and all the support equipment, which were installed in the church's gymnasium, and one large Power Vented Blower Unit heater and support equipment, which was installed in a New Orleans Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity, nonprofit ecumenical Christian organization that enables low-income people to own affordable, livable housing. Headquartered in Americus, Ga., it was founded in 1976 by businessman Millard Fuller and his wife. warehouse nearby. All the Modine equipment was manufactured at the Buena Vista, Virginia Buena Vista, pronounced [bunna vista], is an independent city located within the confines of Rockbridge County in the state of Virginia. The population was 6,349 at the 2000 census. facility. "When we traveled to New Orleans and Gulfport, I couldn't believe the damage that is still there, six months after the hurricane. It's immediately apparent that there is still great need in this area. We were thrilled to be able to help this congregation have a warm place to go, for kids to have somewhere to play basketball, and for the church to have classrooms in which to teach. It was a life-changing experience to see all the devastation and be able to help in this way," said Hal Sindelar, Modine HVAC Product Manager. In addition to this donation to Extreme Makeover, Modine's Charitable Foundation along with Modine employees donated $150,000 to Hurricane Katrina relief. "When the show airs and we see our heaters, it will warm the hearts of all 8,200 Modine employees, knowing that in some small way we are helping. We're happy to do it," added Canfield. About Modine Founded in 1916, with projected fiscal 2006 revenues from continuing operations continuing operations Parts of a business that are expected to be maintained as an ongoing segment of an overall business operation. Income and losses from continuing operations are reported separately if any segments have been discontinued during the of approximately $1.6 billion, Modine specializes in thermal management systems and components, bringing highly engineered heating and cooling technology and solutions to diversified global markets. Modine products are used in light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles, HVAC (heating, ventilating, air conditioning) equipment, industrial equipment, refrigeration systems, fuel cells, and electronics. Based in Racine, Wisconsin, the company has more than 8,200 employees at 35 facilities in 15 countries worldwide. Modine has U.S. facilities in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island Rhode Island, island, United States Rhode Island, island, 15 mi (24 km) long and 5 mi (8 km) wide, S R.I., at the entrance to Narragansett Bay. It is the largest island in the state, with steep cliffs and excellent beaches. , South Carolina South Carolina, state of the SE United States. It is bordered by North Carolina (N), the Atlantic Ocean (SE), and Georgia (SW). Facts and Figures Area, 31,055 sq mi (80,432 sq km). Pop. (2000) 4,012,012, a 15. , Tennessee, and Virginia. For information about Modine, visit www.modine.com. About "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" Watch "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" regularly scheduled on Sundays 8/7 central on ABC. It features a race against time on a construction project that would ordinarily take at least four months to achieve, involving a team of designers, contractors and several hundred workers who have just seven days to totally rebuild an entire house or church -- every single room, plus the exterior and landscaping. |
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