MINNEAPOLIS – February 28, 2008 – www.hmcdistributor.com –H.M. Cragg Co., the leading provider of Eaton Powerware UPS Solutions, announces today that it is expanding its sales team with the addition of three new members:  Kevin Hobson, Gene Abraham, and Brady Wilkens.

By expanding its sales team, H.M. Cragg Co. enhances its ability to offer more in-depth, hands-on support contributing to its ongoing mission to provide exceptional service and backup power solutions to its resellers.

“We take pride in providing top-notch service and support to our resellers and their business needs,” said Paul Heggestad, President of H.M. Cragg Co.  “Kevin, Gene, and Brady bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and proven success to their new roles making them a tremendous asset to the H.M. Cragg Co. team.”

Kevin Hobson brings over 18 years of experience in the UPS industry to the H.M. Cragg Co. team, including 11 years as an Applications Engineer.

Kevin gained valuable experience from his years on the front line at Best Power and Powerware. He enjoys helping customers identify the correct information regarding Power Quality issues and finding the right solutions to troubling problems.

Gene Abraham, with over fourteen years in the UPS industry, has almost done it all. During his tenure at Best Power and Powerware, Gene held roles in Application Support, Marketing and Sales Management.

In addition, he designed and implemented a sales tool to track and manage reseller projects. Gene enjoys working with resellers providing problem-solving solutions and helping them develop successful marketing plans for their customers.

Brady Wilkens has over 12 years experience in direct sales and customer relations. Brady’s UPS career began at Powerware. During the past four years he has gained a wealth of UPS knowledge and experience by working with the best resellers in the industry.

The addition of Kevin, Gene, and Brady to the H.M. Cragg Co. sales team supports H.M. Cragg Co.’s commitment to providing exceptional service and backup power solutions to its resellers.

About H.M. Cragg Co.
H.M. Cragg Co. is a premier MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Eaton Powerware and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS). Products include Eaton Powerware UPS and UPS batteries, Anderson Connectors, C & D Technologies, Inc. batteries, Rittal Cabinets,  Myers Emergency Lighting, and ONEAC UPS and line conditioners.  More information about the company can be found at www.hmcdistributor.com.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) August 30, 2007 — Hmcdistributor.com — H.M. Cragg Co., a MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS), UPS Batteries, and PEM Fuel Cells, has launched a new website exclusively for resellers of its Powerware UPS solutions.

The following Eaton products are available to H.M. Cragg Co. resellers:

• 300 VA – 18kVA Single Phase UPS
• 10kVA – 30kVA 3 Phase UPS
• UPS Communications Options and Remote Notification
• Extended Run-time Solutions
• Server Racks and Accessories

With over 100 years combined experience, the H.M. Cragg Co. team focuses on distributing power solutions engineered to increase:

• Uptime and availability of applications and processes, and
• End-user ROI

“H.M. Cragg Co. is excited to offer resellers of backup power solutions a unique resource in which to retrieve product, service and industry information,” said Paul Heggestad, President of H.M. Cragg Co. “We are dedicated to offering resellers the tools they need to better serve their clients.

H.M. Cragg Co. provides resellers with the following:

• Powerware UPS products available for same and next day shipping
• Product training sessions
• Live Q&A with experienced sales staff
• Marketing resource center with template press releases, email campaigns and more

By leveraging its experience, H.M. Cragg Co. empowers resellers to get ahead of their competition. The new site is set up to help the novice to the veteran, so that no matter the size or experience of the resellers, H.M. Cragg increases the competitive edge.

For more information, please visit the new site at: http://www.hmcdistributor.com.

About H.M. Cragg Co.:
H.M. Cragg Co. is a premier MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS). Products include Anderson Connectors, C & D Technologies, Inc. batteries, Rittal Cabinets and Eaton Powerware UPS and UPS batteries. More information about the company can be found at www.hmcdistributor.com.

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MINNEAPOLIS — December 13, 2006 — www.hmcragg.com – H.M. Cragg Co., the leading provider of quality power solutions including Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS), UPS Batteries, and PEM Fuel Cells, is offering the new Eaton Powerware 9140 Product to its resellers.

Recently released, the Powerware 9140 UPS provides de-centralized power protection for medium and high-density rack environments. The new 9140 delivers:

• Power – online, double-conversion delivers 7.5-10kVA in 6U of rack space including batteries
• Endurance – reliable service in medium and high-density rack environments, extends the life of protected IT equipment
• Flexibility – remote monitoring from anywhere while freeing up rack space for essential IT equipment

The 9140 UPS systems protect rackmount applications from downtime, data loss/corruption and process interruption by providing continuous, clean power.

“Backup power is very important to all businesses in ensuring business-critical information is not lost during power outage downtimes,” said Paul Heggestad, President of H.M. Cragg Co. “H.M. Cragg Co. is very proud to provide its resellers with top of the line backup power products to help their end-users protect information assets.”

To learn more about H.M. Cragg Co’s dedication to its Resellers, attend its new Reseller Online Open House: http://www.hmcragg.com/mstr-dist.html

About H.M. Cragg Co.
H.M. Cragg Co. is a premier MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS).

Products include Anderson Connectors, C & D Technologies, Inc. batteries, Rittal Cabinets and Eaton Powerware UPS and UPS batteries. More information about the company can be found at www.hmcragg.com.

Minneapolis, MN — November 16, 2006 — www.hmcragg.com — H.M. Cragg Co., a MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS), UPS Batteries, and PEM Fuel Cells, today announced its new role as a Master Distributor for Eaton Powerware UPS Products.

The newly signed agreement enables H.M. Cragg Co. to distribute Eaton Powerware products to resellers.

“H.M. Cragg Co. is excited to adopt its new role as Master Distributor of Eaton Powerware products,” said Paul Heggestad, President of H.M. Cragg Co. “H.M. Cragg Co. was very successful as an Eaton Powerware value-added reseller. Our deep understanding of the tools and information resellers need to succeed will help us to better serve our resellers.”

The following Eaton products will be available to H.M. Cragg Co. resellers:

• 300 VA – 18kVA Single Phase UPS
• 10kVA – 30kVA 3 Phase UPS
• UPS Communications Options and Remote Notification
• Extended Run-time Solutions
• Server Racks and Accessories

In order to introduce its new Master Distributor Status to the reseller community, H.M. Cragg Co. is hosting an on-line open house in December. The open house is an interactive forum for resellers to learn about H.M. Cragg Co., its products and services.Resellers can sign up at http://www.hmcragg.com/mstr-dist.html

About Eaton Corporation
Eaton Corporation is a diversified industrial manufacturer with 2005 sales of $11.1 billion. Eaton is a global leader in electrical systems and components for power quality, distribution and control; fluid power systems and services for industrial, mobile and aircraft equipment; intelligent truck drive train systems for safety and fuel economy; and automotive engine air management systems, power train solutions and specialty controls for performance, fuel economy and safety. Eaton has 60,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 125 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com.

About H.M. Cragg Co.
H.M. Cragg Co. is a premier MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS). Products include Anderson Connectors, C & D Technologies, Inc. batteries, Rittal Cabinets and Eaton Powerware UPS and UPS batteries. More information about the company can be found at www.hmcragg.com.

“I know I’m not a big customer, but I like the way H.M. Cragg Co. treats me. The biggest unit we have is only 160kVA, but they still treat us like we’re royalty,” said Tony Belohavek, Field Service Engineer at Cray, Inc. “We respect them not only for their backup power knowledge and service, but their dedication to us.”

Cray, Inc., a Seattle-based provider of supercomputers, recently deployed a 3-Phase UPS Backup Power System, provided by H.M. Cragg Co.

Tony Belohavek, Cray, Inc.’s Field Service Engineer, is responsible for backup power at all of the company’s sites, including Mendota Heights, MN; Chippewa Falls, WI and Seattle, WA. Twelve years ago, he was responsible for UPS batteries and servers at just one site.

Cray quickly realized the obstacles in securing backup power supplies for distributed locations and took the necessary steps to ensure its backup power needs were met. Deciding to move to a 3-Phase UPS, Cray engaged the services of H.M. Cragg Co.

“I obviously cannot be at all three sites at any one time,” said Belohavek. “The nice thing about H.M. Cragg Co. is that they are proactive to ensure that our services are not interrupted.”

H.M. Cragg Co. currently services Cray’s need for quality shut-down and power-outage run time with a 3-phase UPS. The Powerware 9315 UPS offers Cray the following benefits:

• Power Quality and Stability – Computer development and testing requires that the power be clean and stable in the development labs and on the test floor
• Prolongs Life and Prevents Early Life Failures – New design and final testing on Cray products eliminates all unknowns, power quality being one of them
• Protection from the Environment – Power remains uninterrupted as storms move through

H.M. Cragg Co.’s routine inspection and preventative battery maintenance allows Cray, Inc. to avoid lost productivity, through:
• Power Reliability
• Backup Power Availability
• Ability to withstand 30-minute brownouts at 40kVA

“H.M. Cragg Co. is proactive about battery maintenance. The engineers contact me when our batteries are due for their bi-annual inspection,” said Belohavek. “This is an extremely appreciated value-add, because I never have to worry about preventative maintenance.”

To read the H.M. Cragg Co. and Cray Success Story, visit: http://www.hmcragg.com/cray.html.

About Cray, Inc.
Cray, Inc. is a Seattle-based provider of supercomputers, purpose-built for high-performance computing (HPC). Cray provides innovative computing platforms that enable scientists and engineers in academia, government, and industry to meet both existing and future computational challenges. Learn more by visiting www.cray.com.

About H.M. Cragg Co.
H.M. Cragg Co. is a premier MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS) and Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells. Products include Anderson Connectors, C & D Technologies, Inc. batteries, Eaton Powerware UPS and UPS batteries. We offer a full line of UPS products, battery inspection services, surge protection and free sizing audits. Visit www.hmcragg.com.

MINNEAPOLIS – July 27, 2006 – www.hmcragg.com – H.M. Cragg Co., a MN-based provider of quality power solutions including UPS, PEM fuel cells and batteries, today announced their newest quality power solution, the Starline Track Busway.

The Starline Track Busway is a revolutionary power distribution system that allows for immediate power supply changes without having to power down the entire system, eliminating the restrictions of conduit and wire systems.

The innovative Insert, Turn and Lock feature allows commercial and light industries access to:
•    Around the clock power
•    Quick floor changes
•    Instant workstation additions

H.M. Cragg Co. has created the Starline Track Busway Discussion Board (link) to facilitate industry conversations and visually demonstrate this new offering.

The discussion board will allow current and potential users of the Starline Track Busway to pose questions and share comments regarding the power distribution system.  The Q&A may include items such as:
•    Are there safety concerns with Starline Track Busway? No, the Starline Busway prevents electric shock by the recessed track, finger proof design.
•    Is the Starline Track Busway low ampere? Yes, it is available in 60, 100, 160 or 225 ampere systems and to soon be released in a 400 ampere version as well.

“H.M. Cragg Co. is excited to be able to offer an interactive medium where customers and interested parties can pose questions about the Starline Track Busway,” said Paul Heggestad, President of H.M. Cragg Co. “This discussion board stands true to our value proposition of consistently offering quality products and information to our clients.”

To join the Starline Track Busway discussion please visit: http://www.hmcragg.com/starlinetrackbusway/

About H.M. Cragg Co.
H.M. Cragg Co. is a premier MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS).  Products include Anderson Connectors, C & D Technologies, Inc. batteries, Rittal Cabinets and Eaton Powerware UPS and UPS batteries.  More information about the company can be found at www.hmcragg.com.

MINNEAPOLIS – June 1, 2006 – www.hmcragg.com – H.M. Cragg Co., a premier MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS), today announced its role in helping KRM Information Services, Inc. implement a complete Uninterruptible Power System solution.

KRM is the leading provider of virtual seminars, events and briefings that leverage technology to communicate messages to clients’ members, employees, prospects and customers.

As KRM outgrew its 295 square foot server storage area, the need for a combined power solution was quickly realized. KRM’s continued expansion demanded backup power supplies that could reduce the amount of space occupied by current back-up power solutions while still allowing for future flexibility.

“H.M. Cragg Co. was able to recommend a UPS system solution that addressed and exceeded our backup power needs at a price point that can’t be matched,” said Jerry Price CIO at KRM. “To top it off, H.M. Cragg Co. employs the most knowledgeable sales representatives who walk you through every step of the purchase and installation process.”

The following problems faced by KRM were overcome with H.M. Cragg Co.’s quality power solutions:

• Limited space in the server room
• Growing number of servers and single-device UPS
• Lengthy testing processes for UPS batteries in many smaller UPS units

H.M. Cragg Co. was able to decrease KRM’s UPS backup power footprint by providing the Powerware 9355 UPS. The 9355 UPS is designed specifically for expanding loads with shrinking space and provides one of the highest usable power factors on the market (.9PF).

Battery testing time was significantly reduced for KRM. No longer were they required to test each individual battery by opening the small UPS cases and sliding each one out. With the Powerware 9355 from H.M. Cragg Co. KRM was able to reduce both time and costs associated with battery testing.

Due to its On-Line Double Conversion topology, the Powerware 9355 UPS also protects against the 9 most common power problems:

• Power failure
• Power sags
• Power surges
• Under voltage
• Over voltage
• Electrical line noise
• Frequency variation
• Switching transients
• Harmonic distortion

Request the KRM Information Services and H.M. Cragg Co. Success story at www.hmcragg.com/krm.html.

About KRM Information Services, Inc.
KRM’s virtual event services are built upon the strength of their background in traditional event management before becoming a turnkey provider of real-time, interactive virtual seminars in 1994.

Since then, KRM has produced over 3,500 virtual events reaching over 250,000 sites. To learn more about the only virtual event service provider to have brought about a convergence of event management expertise with the technological know-how, please visit www.krm.com.

About H.M. Cragg Co.
H.M. Cragg Co. is a premier MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS). Products include Rittal Computer Racks and Enclosures, Anderson Connectors, C & D Technologies, Inc. batteries, Eaton Powerware UPS systems and UPS batteries. We offer a full line of UPS products, battery inspection services, surge protection and free sizing audits. Visit www.hmcragg.com.

FARGO, ND – Telecom Operations and Conference and Showcase – May 18, 2006 – www.hmcragg.com – H.M. Cragg Co., the leading provider of quality power solutions including Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS); Standby Batteries & Power Electronics; and Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Fuel Cells, today announced they have extended the dual warranty promotion an extra 30 days for C&D Technologies’ Sageon power system and msEndur batteries following its popularity at the TOC Showcase.

When both power systems are purchased, H.M. Cragg Co. is offering a manufacturer’s 5-year limited warranty on the Sageon Power System, which is 3 years longer than a typical Sageon warranty, and a 10-year limited warranty on the msEndur batteries, which is 3 years longer than a typical msEndur battery warranty.

H.M. Cragg Co. representatives, deeply knowledgeable of Telecom power needs, demonstrated both the Sageon and msEndur at the Telecom Operations Conference and Showcase at the Holiday Inn in Fargo, North Dakota, May 9 -11, 2006.

The Sageon Power System offers Telecom companies:
•Simplicity
-reduced on-going maintenance and repair time with front access design
-reduced time to implementation with plug-in modules that eliminate inter-wiring

•Scalability
-adapts to changing power needs thanks to its modular system design
-eliminates unnecessary costs by providing the optimum plant for each application

•Efficiency
-decreases on-site visits due to remote access monitoring and control capabilities
-increases system up-time with on-demand battery testing

The msEndur battery appeals to Telecom plants because of advanced materials such as:
•Microporous Absorbed Glass Mat Separators, which
-facilitate ultra-low float current
-reduce grid corrosion for a long, usable service life

•Proprietary calcium alloys, which
-minimize positive grid corrosion and growth
-maximize battery life

•Robust thermoplastic container, which
-enhances product quality
-improves strength over other container materials
-increases safe operation flammability rating UL-94:5VB

•Highly efficient, proprietary plate processing for
-high utilization of active material
-high energy density

“In addition to the dual warranty offer, we are also awarding 20 percent discount coupons to all telecom executives who engage in a PEM Fuel Cell feasibility briefing with an H.M. Cragg Co. representative,” said Paul Heggestad, President of H.M. Cragg Co. “We are doing this to continue to build awareness of Fuel Cells as an alternative power source which require little maintenance and emit only heat and water as bi-products.”

To take advantage of H.M. Cragg’s limited-time only extended warranty promotion on C&D Technologies’ Sageon power system and msEndur batteries please visit: http://www.hmcragg.com/toc.html

About H.M. Cragg Co.
H.M. Cragg Co. is a premier MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS). Products include Anderson Connectors, C & D Technologies, Inc. batteries, Rittal Cabinets and Eaton Powerware UPS and UPS batteries. More information about the company can be found at www.hmcragg.com.

H.M. Cragg Co. provides companies with smart, cost-effective strategies to maintain power during the upcoming storm season via battery maintenance, surge protection and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS).

MINNEAPOLIS – April 12, 2006 – www.hmcragg.com – H.M. Cragg Co., a MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS) and batteries, today announced their efforts to help businesses retain reliable power during the upcoming storm season.

Power outages due to the electrical spikes and surges that result from lightening storms can lead to significant financial losses for businesses. Specifically, they can cause any of the following systems to go down:

• computers – productivity and revenue is lost when computers crash unexpectedly
• phones – customer service stops and orders are lost when phones are dead
• point of sale – when a company can’t process a sale, revenue is directly impacted
• database – when prospect information is corrupted or lost and can’t be accessed, the sales cycle can be delayed

“Businesses often neglect to take the proper precautions to safe-guard themselves from losing productivity due to power loss,” said Paul Heggestad, President of H.M. Cragg Co. “H.M. Cragg Co. helps business owners pro-actively protect their sensitive and critical equipment before, during and after storms with smart, cost-effective strategies and products.”

As a result, H.M. Cragg Co. is encouraging businesses to take steps to prepare for power outages with its “Power Up” program. The “Power Up” program from H.M. Cragg Co. empowers business owners with 6 effective strategies including:

• How to protect business equipment from electrical spikes and surges
• How to ensure your current backup batteries are healthy
• How to identify when you need an Uninterruptible Power System (UPS)

To reduce the exposure your business faces during electrical storms, request your copy of ‘Six Strategies to Keep Your “Power Up” During Spring Storm Season’ by visiting: http://www.hmcragg.com/PowerUpforSpring.html

About H.M. Cragg Co.
H.M. Cragg Co. is a premier MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS). Products include Anderson Connectors, C & D Technologies, Inc. batteries, Rittal Cabinets and Eaton Powerware UPS and UPS batteries. More information about the company can be found at www.hmcragg.com.