The Industry's Quietest Fans Now Feature Microban Antimicrobial Product Protection from Odor- and Stain-Causing Bacteria, Mold, Mildew

    Hartford, Wis., May 8, 2007 - Engineered to inhibit the potential growth of bacteria, mold and mildew, the Broan® and NuTone® Ultra Silent™ ventilation fans now feature Microban® Antimicrobial Product Protection, according to Lynn Mantha, product manager for ventilation fans." The inclusion of Microban product protection as an added feature in Broan and NuTone Ultra Silent ventilation fans is particularly timely given the consumers' desire to purify, cleanse and protect their homes," says Mantha. "Consumers can feel more at ease knowing Microban protection is continuously working to fight the growth of odor- and stain-causing bacteria for an added level of cleanliness."

    Microban product protection is designed to penetrate the cell wall of microbes at the product surface and disrupt key cell functions so that the microbe cannot function, grow or reproduce. Microban protection shields Broan and NuTone Ultra Silent ventilation fans from stains, odors and product deterioration caused by bacteria, mold and mildew. Because Microban protection is manufactured into the fan grille, it will not wash off or wear away, providing continuous antimicrobial protection for the life of the fan.

    The Broan and NuTone Ultra Silent Series hold the industry exclusive in the ventilation fan category for Microban protection. The models feature low Sone levels and exhaust 70-140 cubic feet of air per minute (CFM) making the Ultra Silent Series of ventilation fans the perfect choice to quietly and efficiently exhaust air while preventing microbes from forming.

    Three models of the Broan Ultra Silent Series of ventilation fans featuring microban protection are available exclusively at Lowe's home improvement stores. The available models are; QTR070 (70 CFM; 1.0 Sones), QTR140 (140 CFM; 2.5 Sones) and QTRE090FL (90 CFM; 1.2 Sones). Three different NuTone models featuring Microban protection also are available at Home Depot: QTREN080 (80 CFM; 0.8 Sones), QTREN080FLT (80 CFM; 0.8 Sones) and QTRN110 (110 CFM; 1.5 Sones).

    The Industry's Quietest Fans

    "Microban protection is the most recognized antimicrobial brand on the market. It is used in NuTone's central vacuum systems bags and filter along with numerous household products including humidifiers, air filters, paint, vanity tops and many others. Consumers can look for more uses of Microban product protection in future Broan and NuTone products," says Mantha.

    For more information please visit www.broan.com or www.nutone.com.

    Broan® is a registered trademark and Ultra Silent is a trademark of Broan-NuTone LLC, North America's leading manufacturer and distributor of residential ventilation products including range hoods, ventilation fans, heater/fan/light combination units, Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Fresh Air Systems, built-in heaters, whole-house fans, attic ventilators, paddle fans and trash compactors. NuTone® is a registered trademark of NuTone Inc, a subsidiary of Broan-NuTone and North America's leading manufacturer and distributor of residential built-in convenience products including door chimes, central vacuum systems, stereo intercom systems, home theater speakers, medicine cabinets, ironing centers and ventilation fans. Broan-NuTone is proud to be an ENERGY STAR® partner.

    MICROBAN® is a registered trademark of Microban Products Company.

    For more information about the full line of Broan-NuTone products,
    call 800-558-1711 (Broan), 888-336-3948 (NuTone),
    write Broan-NuTone,
    926 W. State Street, Hartford, WI 53027 U.S.A.
    or visit www.broan.com or www.nutone.com.