Federal Signal Appoints David Janek as President of its Safety and Security Systems Group

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Mar 04, 2010, 12:36 ET

OAK BROOK, Ill., March 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS), a leader in environmental, safety and transportation solutions, today announced that David Janek has been appointed to the position of President of its Safety and Security Systems Group effective March 1, 2010. Mr. Janek will be responsible for the broad range of law enforcement, communications, safety and security products manufactured and sold world-wide by this business. Mr. Janek will report directly to William H. Osborne, President and Chief Executive Officer of Federal Signal Corporation.

"Dave is strongly committed to growing our safety and security businesses in addition to maintaining our focus on product innovation and customer satisfaction," said Mr. Osborne. "I believe Dave's strong financial background as well as his understanding of the Safety and Security Systems core businesses will contribute to his success in his new position."

Mr. Janek joined Federal Signal in 2002 as the Vice President of Finance for the Safety and Security Systems Group. In 2006, he was promoted to Vice President and Treasurer of Federal Signal Corporation and in 2008 he became Vice President and Corporate Controller for the Company. Mr. Janek holds a Master's of Management Degree from Northwestern University and a Bachelor's of Accountancy Degree from the University of Illinois.

Mr. Chad Pisha, who currently serves as the Assistant Controller, will serve as the interim Corporate Controller, and Mr. William Barker, who currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer, will serve as the Chief Accounting Officer.

About Federal Signal

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) enhances the safety, security and well-being of communities and workplaces around the world. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and institutional customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, Ill., with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates three groups: Safety and Security Systems, Environmental Solutions and Fire Rescue. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: http://www.federalsignal.com.

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