FRANCIS CHESTER RETIRES FROM AMERICAN COOLAIR

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Dec. 14, 2006) - Francis Chester, vice president of farm products sales, has retired from American Coolair.

Chester joined American Coolair in 1982 in sales and worked his way up to the vice president level. He has more than 40 years of experience in ventilation and cooling systems for the poultry and greenhouse industries.

"During his time at American Coolair, our company and its clients have benefited greatly from Francis's many years of in-depth experience,” said Harry Graves, American Coolair president. "We will miss his expertise and hard work.”

During his retirement, Chester plans to fish, travel and spend more time with his four grandsons in Middleburg, Fla.

Founded in 1928, American Coolair Corporation is a manufacturer of ventilation and evaporative cooling systems for the poultry, swine and greenhouse industries. For more information call 904/389-3646, write P.O. Box 2300, Jacksonville, Fla. 32203, or e-mail info@coolair.com.

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