LOUISVILLE, KY--(Marketwire - November 15, 2010) - AAF International, manufacturer of AmericanAirFilter® and AAF® products, announces its partnership with ten Habitat for Humanity® affiliates in the United States and Canada. AAF International provided truckloads of air filtration products to be used in Habitat homes built by these affiliates.
"AAF International is happy to contribute to an organization such as Habitat for Humanity who is committed to creating long-term financial security for families by building affordable housing around the world," said Paul Marold, Chief Operating Officer Americas, AAF International. "As a manufacturer of air filtration products, we understand the importance of clean air and how it relates to the well being of people."
AAF International supplied air filters to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Indianapolis, Lexington Habitat for Humanity, Lancaster Area Habitat for Humanity, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh, Atlanta Habitat for Humanity, Habitat for Humanity Riverside California, Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity, Habitat for Humanity of Chester County, Halifax Habitat for Humanity and Habitat for Humanity Mississauga. Each affiliate will install air filters in the homes being built, to help remove particles such as dust mites, pet dander, mold spores, and smoke particles.
"We are so grateful that AAF International is working in communities to help make simple, affordable housing possible for low-income families," said Bill Hall, CEO, Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity. "This partnership is making a difference in communities across the country."
About AAF International
AAF International, based in Louisville, Kentucky, has more than 2,600 employees, 21 manufacturing facilities, and 5 R&D centers worldwide. AAF designs, develops, and manufactures air filtration solutions for commercial, industrial, cleanroom, transportation, and nuclear power applications. AAF also provides inlet air cooling and sound attenuation solutions for high-speed rotating machinery. For more information, visit www.aafintl.com.
About Habitat for Humanity International
Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org.
Contact Information:
For additional information, please contact:
Michelle Ecken
AAF International
10300 Ormsby Park Pl
Suite 600
Louisville, KY 40223-6169
Phone: 800-869-6907