M-Series Leads Industry

SUWANEE, Ga., October 20, 2009 - Mitsubishi Electric Cooling and Heating Solutions, the leader in providing eco-comfort systems for the home and business, is pleased to introduce its split-ductless M-Series STAR LINEUP. The STAR LINEUP features updated indoor and outdoor units designed for maximum energy efficiency, including systems that are ENERGY STAR® rated to help homeowners earn tax credits.

"Our M-Series systems are unique to the industry in that they provide better efficiencies and performance while maintaining an attractive and compact design," says Chuck Applebee, product manager, Mitsubishi Electric. "Not only does our new STAR LINEUP help position contractors to take advantage of green opportunities and meet the needs of all consumers, it also features some of the highest SEER and HSPF ratings we've ever offered. For example, savings on air-conditioning usage exceed 40 percent when compared to conventional window units."

Several of the M-Series models are eligible for residential tax credits, as stipulated in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (also known as the Stimulus Bill) set forth by President Obama in February 2009. For more details on what models qualify for up to $1,500 in tax credits, please visit www.mehvac.com/STAR/.

The new STAR LINEUP has been designed to provide a comfortable living environment at a variety of temperatures. Heat pump and cooling-only systems are available that accommodate single- or multi-zone applications requiring energy-efficient solutions and personalized comfort. Select models also provide hyper-heating performance and advanced features such as the i-see^TM Sensor. All systems include a wireless remote controller for simple, precise comfort control. For more information about the M-Series STAR LINEUP or any other Mitsubishi Electric Cooling and Heating Solutions products, please visit www.mehvac.com/STAR/.

About Mitsubishi Electric HVAC

For almost 30 years, Mitsubishi Electric Cooling and Heating Solutions, with headquarters in Suwanee, Ga., has been a leading marketer of intelligent air-conditioning and heating technology, manufactured by its parent corporation, Mitsubishi Electric. The Division's market distribution includes North America, Latin America, the Caribbean and Bermuda. In 2009, the CITY MULTI® VRFZ system was judged a Product of the Year Gold Award winner in the HVAC/R category by subscribers of Consulting-Specifying Engineer (CSE). Mitsubishi Electric HVAC's Mr. Slim® P-Series Hyper-Heat INVERTER systems received a Readers' Choice Award from Building Products magazine and CITY MULTI received Honorable Mentions in the HVAC Commercial Equipment and Dealer Design award competitions from ACH&R News. In 2008, Mitsubishi Electric HVAC not only received a Top Products Award from Building Operating Management for its P-Series four-way cassette, but its Mr. Slim MSZ-FD09/12NA was voted #1 in the Contracting Business HVAC Comfortech Product Showcase Awards in the Forced Air Heating category.

Contact: Kate Krejci
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