Ashland, Ohio – April, 2001 Hydromatic is pleased to announce the introduction of the new Flood Guard Battery Backup System. The new FG-A1 system operates a secondary pump in case of primary pump or electrical failure. TheFG-A1 Battery Backup monitors four different conditions with LED indicators, and features a pump test and reset button. The FG-A1’s control board sounds warning alarm and alarm light when the Battery Backup System is activated. For more information, please contact your local distributor or the Hydromatic sales office in Ashland, Ohio at 419-289-3042.

Hydromatic, founded in 1959, is located in Ashland, Ohio, with additional distribution in Canada. Hydromatic is a manufacturer of wastewater products for residential, commercial, municipal, domestic and international markets. Hydromatic, an ISO 9001 registered quality system, is a part of the Pentair Pump Group of Pentair, Inc.

Pentair, Inc. (NYSE: PNR) with annual sales of $2.7 billion, is a diversified manufacturer operating in three principal markets: tools, enclosures, and water technologies. Headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, Pentair was incorporated in 1966, with 50 operations and distribution locations in North America, Europe and Asia.