Ocala, Fla. – July 10, 2014 – ClosetMaid^®, a business unit of Emerson™, is proud to expand its line of products catering to the desire of consumers seeking storage and organization solutions for their homes with the launch of TotalSlide^® Pro. This flexible and cost-effective upgrade option is a perfect addition for builders to add to their product offerings for consumers.

This new, one-piece, continuous-slide hang-rod system easily attaches to various types of ClosetMaid wire shelving. The patent-pending system is designed to combine customer-pleasing aesthetics and product performance into one versatile organization solution that can maximize space in any closet.

Made of durable steel with an enhanced coating, the TotalSlide Pro hang rod allows hangers to glide effortlessly with a continuous slide. The hang rod mounts to ClosetMaid wire shelving exactly where hang space is needed. Using TotalSlide Pro with ClosetMaid’s all-purpose (SuperSlide®/Linen) wire shelving allows designs for stack and hang applications to be created with one shelf.  Additionally the TotalSlide Pro corner rounder bar can be added to optimize walk-in closet corner spaces.  The product does not require additional installation time and is easy to cut and integrate into existing designs. Additional product benefits include:

• New upgrade option offering continuous slide and better glide performance, compared to competitors
• New space-saving solutions to meet homebuyers’ storage needs
• New organization options for all areas of the home 

TotalSlide Pro enables our dealer network and builders to provide attractive storage options to potential homebuyers and enhance their business efficiencies,” stated Lou Cuomo, ClosetMaid VP of Sales, Building Division. “This ultimately translates to appealing homes and homebuyer satisfaction.” 

Builders will also be pleased to know that ClosetMaid was rated number one in Builder Magazine’s 2014 Brand Use Study for “Brand Used Most,” “Brand Used/Specified in the Past Two Years” and “Brand Familiarity.” 

TotalSlide Pro is only available through ClosetMaid’s network of authorized dealers nationwide. For additional information, or to find a ClosetMaid Authorized Dealer, visit www.closetmaid.com or call (800) 874-0008.

About ClosetMaid and Emerson

ClosetMaid^® (www.closetmaid.com), industry leader in home organization and storage systems, is a business of Emerson.

Emerson (NYSE: EMR), based in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and consumer markets around the world.  The company is comprised of five business segments: Process Management, Industrial Automation, Network Power, Climate Technologies, and Commercial & Residential Solutions. Sales in fiscal 2013 were $24.7 billion. For more information, visit www.Emerson.com.

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