Xylem launches mobile app for selection of Flygt(R) products

April 12, 2012

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Apr 12, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) --Xylem Inc. (NYSE: XYL), a leading global water technology company focused on addressing the world's most challenging water issues, announced today that its popular online 'Xylect' product selection tool is now available as a mobile application, accessible for free download from the iTunes App Store(R).

'Xylect Mobile' provides customers with quick and easy access to detailed product information from Xylem's Flygt(R) brand from any location by simply using a smartphone. The app allows customers to input specific requirements and search for the ideal product to meet their particular needs. Specifically, users can:

  • Search by application or product type.
  • Input required flow and pump head specifications.
  • Identify all available spare parts for a product, by inputting the serial number of the product that requires replacement parts.

"Our customers often work on site, and the ability to access information on the move is very important to them," said Magnus Stahl, sales tool manager, Xylem's Water Solutions business. "As a leading global water technology provider, we are constantly seeking to embrace technology to ensure that our customer service is exemplary. 'Xylect Mobile' provides our customers the ability to access Xylem product information from a smartphone anywhere in the world."

Future plans for 'Xylect Mobile' include the integration of products from other leading Xylem brands, including Godwin(R), Lowara(R) and Vogel(R).

'Xylect Mobile' is available in 18 languages for iPhone and iPad* devices.

* iPhone and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

About Xylem

Xylem (XYL) is a leading global water technology provider, enabling customers to transport, treat, test and efficiently use water in public utility, residential and commercial building services, industrial and agricultural settings. The company does business in more than 150 countries through a number of market-leading product brands, and its people bring broad applications expertise with a strong focus on finding local solutions to the world's most challenging water and wastewater problems. Launched in 2011 from the spinoff of the water-related businesses of ITT Corporation, Xylem is headquartered in White Plains, N.Y., with 2011 revenues of $3.8 billion and 12,500 employees worldwide.

The name Xylem is derived from classical Greek and is the tissue that transports water in plants, highlighting the engineering efficiency of our water-centric business by linking it with the best water transportation of all -- that which occurs in nature. For more information, please visit us at www.xyleminc.com.

SOURCE: Xylem Inc.

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