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DALLAS, May 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Clyde Wyant, chief financial officer for Lennox International Inc. (NYSE: LII), announced his intention to retire near the end of 2000.

"We're happy Clyde is realizing his long-held desire to take the time to pursue his wide and varied interests, but we will miss his many contributions," said John Norris, chairman and chief executive officer. "He has been a leader through the most dynamic period in our company's 105-year history. His knowledge and expertise helped guide our growth strategies and acquisition activity around the world over the past decade, and were also at the forefront in taking our company public in 1999."

Norris said Wyant was announcing his intention to retire near the end of the year at this time in order to allow Lennox ample time to select a successor and provide for a smooth transition.

Joining Lennox in 1990, Wyant helped lead the company's global development efforts throughout the decade in Mexico, South America, Europe, Asia, and the United States. "Without Clyde's financial credentials, broad strategic perspective, and ability to bring people together, our growth would not have been as rapid or as successful as it has been," Norris said.

Selling heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) equipment in over 70 countries worldwide, Lennox International Inc. is a leader in climate control solutions. It is the parent company of Lennox Industries Inc., Armstrong Air Conditioning Inc., Heatcraft Inc., and Lennox Global Ltd. Lennox International stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "LII." Additional information about Lennox International is available at www.lennoxinternational.com or by contacting Bill Moltner, Director, Investor Relations, at 972-497-6670.
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