CLEVELAND, OHIO… Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation (NYSE:ETN) will be hosting a conference call on Monday, October 14, 2002, beginning at 10 a.m. EDT. The purpose of the call is to discuss third quarter, 2002 earnings results with security analysts and institutional investors.

The call will be available to interested listeners via an audio webcast that can be accessed through Eaton's home page at www.eaton.com.

Eaton Corporation is a global $7.3 billion diversified industrial manufacturer that is a leader in fluid power systems; electrical power quality, distribution and control; automotive engine air management and fuel economy; and intelligent truck systems for fuel economy and safety. Eaton has 48,000 employees and sells products in more than 50 countries.