LAURINBURG, N.C. � Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation announced today that, according to authoritative 2007 Darrell Survey results, the majority of touring professionals who played in the 89th PGA Championship depended on Golf Pride® grips.
Golf Pride grips were used by 81.4 percent of the 156 player field in the PGA Championship, held at the Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Oklahoma from August 9 – 12. In fact, 25 of the top 30 finishers played Golf Pride grips.
"Under some of the hottest weather conditions we’ve seen all year, the world’s best golfers turn to Golf Pride for their grips," said Jeff Fiorini, general manager for Eaton’s Golf Grip Division. "In warm summer months, it’s important to make sure you have fresh grips on your clubs as they help prevent potential slipping or twisting and allow for less tension in your swing."
Eaton’s Golf Grip Division is the world’s largest manufacturer of golf grips, with manufacturing, sales and distribution facilities on five continents. The division’s Golf Pride brand is recognized globally as the number one choice in grips among tour and recreational players, competitive amateur golfers, club manufacturers and club repairmen. For more information, visit www.golfpride.com.
Eaton Corporation is a diversified industrial manufacturer with 2006 sales of $12.4 billion. Eaton is a global leader in electrical systems and components for power quality, distribution and control; fluid power systems and services for industrial, mobile and aircraft equipment; intelligent truck drivetrain systems for safety and fuel economy; and automotive engine air management systems, powertrain solutions and specialty controls for performance, fuel economy and safety. Eaton has 62,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 125 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com.
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