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Eaton Names Jonsson CTO

Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corp. said Friday it named Lennart Jonsson executive vice president and chief technology officer.

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corp. said Friday it named Lennart Jonsson executive vice president and chief technology officer.

Jonsson joined Eaton in its Powerware acquisition in 2004 and served as a senior engineering manager. He was named vice president of technology and chief technology officer for the Electrical Group in 2007.

Shares of Eaton rose $1.37, or 2 percent, to $71.53 in midday trading.

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