Modine Introduces New Bus Air Conditioning System

RACINE, Wis.--Sept. 27, 2005--Modine Manufacturing Company , a worldwide leader in applied thermal management, introduced its new bus air conditioning system to the North American market and showcased a wide range of thermal solutions for the transportation market at the APTA (American Public Transit Association) EXPO 2005 in Dallas, Texas September 26-28.

Modine is featuring its new bus cooling technology, gained through its Asian acquisition in 2004. Made in Asan City, South Korea, the 15 foot long bus air conditioner module will be the focus of the booth at APTA. It is currently used for mass transit in Asia by a number of manufacturers including Hyundai Motor Company. This is the first time it will be available to North American customers.

"Modine has been for some time a leader in the bus market, delivering powertrain cooling modules and components including radiators, oil coolers and condensers. We are now able to provide these air conditioning systems as well, supporting our customers' technical and production needs," said Scott Bowser, Modine General Sales Manager.

The APTA EXPO is held every three years to present the world's premier collection of manufacturers and suppliers of transit innovations, with more than 800 companies on display. It not only showcases products, services and technologies designed to enhance the passengers' experience, but also enables transit systems to operate efficiently and profitably.

"At Modine we understand our customers' problems, because for nearly 90 years we have focused on heat transfer. We are constantly developing new technology to meet those ever changing demands. APTA is a great opportunity to show first-hand what our total capabilities are," said Charles Katzfey, Group Vice President in charge of global market strategy for Modine's specialty transit division.

Modine, with record fiscal 2005 revenues and operating cash flow of $1.5 billion and $156 million, respectively, specializes in thermal management systems and components, bringing heating and cooling technology and solutions to diversified global markets. The Company's products are used in light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles, HVAC equipment, industrial equipment, refrigeration systems, fuel cells and electronics. Modine employs more than 8,200 people worldwide at 35 facilities. More information about Modine can be found at www.modine.com.