Energy Efficiency Drives Renovations to CLS Branch

Williamsburg , VA. – June 4, 2008 - Capital Lighting & Supply, a subsidiary of Sonepar USA, recently conducted a green makeover at the company’s Williamsburg location.

"Upgrading the old lighting with more energy efficient products was a big focus in our recent renovations,” said Ed Rowe, Branch Manager.

The upgrades to the facility focused on saving energy through various energy efficient lighting inst allations in the counter and warehouse areas, as well as the office space.

New fixtures with current T-5 technology were installed in the office area; while low bays with 42 watt CFL’s and 32 CFL watt track fixtures now light up the counter area. In addition, the original single tube T12 strips with magnetic ballast in the warehouse were replaced with double tube T-8 strips, which provide more light with energy efficient electronic ballast and lamps. CLS utilized products from Cooper Lighting, Sylvania Lamps and Legrand.

"The office and counter areas of the branch realized immediate energy savings with the new lighting,” said Rowe.

Another dramatic change made during the renovation was the removal of the 8 foot acoustical tile ceiling. The exposed beams and duct work were cleaned and painted flat black, which opens the ceiling height to about 11 feet. In addition, automatic openers were installed to the front doors which make it easier for the customers to carry material out.

The counter area was redesigned with a black counter top and wrap-around diamond plate. There is a “working” Cablofil display which houses the telephone and data cables visible to the customers above the counter. Additionally, slat wall replaced the old paneling, providing more room for organized merchandising.

The office area received brand new flooring, a fresh paint job, and new office furniture which opened up the space and provided a better working environment for all branch employees.

About Capital Lighting & Supply
Capital Lighting & Supply provides electrical products, lighting, and services to contractors, builders, and end-users in the Mid-Atlantic States. Our mission is to be the electrical distributor of choice. We service our customers from 21 locations throughout Maryland and Virginia and from our new 220,000 square foot headquarters and CDC to be completed by the summer of 2008 in Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

About Sonepar USA
Sonepar USA is made up of the finest electrical supply distributors in the United States. The company has 4,400 associates in 12 companies operating more than 253 branches in 35 states. In 2007, Sonepar USA achieved $2.9 billion in revenue. It is a member of the Sonepar group - the world's largest privately held electrical distributor. Worldwide, Sonepar employs over 25,250 employees, with 1,450 branch locations and 2007 annual sales of $15.3 billion.