Kimball Electronics Partners with Water Optimizer LLC on New Water Saving Devices; Enviro-Smart Irrigation Control Systems Maximize Conservation

Kimball Electronics Group, Inc., a subsidiary of Kimball International, Inc. (NASDAQ: KBALB), announced today that it has partnered with Water Optimizer LLC to produce that company’s smart irrigation technology systems to serve the North American markets. Electronic water optimizers monitor and control water distribution for public utilities, landscape professionals, golf courses, homeowners, and developers. Kimball Electronics Group is a global top-twenty-ranked contract electronics manufacturing services company specializing in durable electronics and integrated systems and assemblies for the industrial, medical, automotive and public safety markets.

Designed by water conservation professionals, the WaterOptimizer® is a smart system that provides benefits to regional and municipal water utilities as well as individual homeowners. The system allows the home or business owner to better control their water usage by using only the water they need, which can equate to 70 percent water savings to the owner of the system. Currently the WaterOptimizer® is deployed in California, Florida, Texas, and Utah, reducing demand by managing one of the most inefficient uses of potable water – irrigation.

Public demands for greater environmental responsibility and effective actions are driving increased development and growth of electronic controls that moderate or regulate energy and water usage in both the commercial and consumer markets.

Thomas O’Connor, P.E., Water Optimizer, stated, “This system was developed by people interested in conservation. It was designed to provide homeowners, utilities, water managers and developers with real control – precision irrigation so that they don’t have to sacrifice the quality of their landscapes while protecting water resources.” O’Connor added, “Kimball shares our vision and concerns about wise resource usage. They are a perfect partner.”

Dennis Gradler, Director of Business Development, Industrial Solutions, Kimball Electronics Group, stated, “We are excited to be chosen by Water Optimizer as their strategic manufacturing partner. We understand the growing concerns about the use of natural resources and solving environmental issues such as the need for clean and sustainable water supplies.” Said Gradler, “We are committed to supporting the development of sustainable solutions.”

About Water Optimizer LLC:
WaterOptimizer® is a next-generation smart irrigation system that provides precision irrigation. Distinct from other systems, the WaterOptimizer® provides online monitoring and management of the system for municipalities, businesses, developers and homeowners.

To learn more about Water Optimizer, LLC products, visit their website at: www.wateroptimizer.com

About Kimball Electronics:
Kimball Electronics Group is a global top-twenty contract electronic manufacturing services (EMS) company that specializes in durable electronics for the medical, automotive, industrial and public safety markets. Recognized by customers and industry trade publications for its excellent quality, reliability and innovative service, Kimball Electronics Group has manufacturing operations in the U.S., Mexico, Thailand, Poland, Wales, and China. Kimball Electronics Group is a business unit of Kimball International, a $1.2 billion dollar publicly held company headquartered in Jasper, Indiana.

To learn more about Kimball Electronics Group, visit our website at: www.kegroup.com

About Kimball International:
Recognized with a reputation for excellence, Kimball International is committed to a high performance culture that values personal and organizational commitment to quality, reliability, value, speed, and ethical behavior. Kimball employees know they are part of a corporate culture that builds success for Customers while enabling employees to share in the Company’s success through personal, professional and financial growth.

Kimball International, Inc. (NASDAQ: KBALB) provides a variety of products from its two business segments: the Electronic Manufacturing Services segment and the Furniture segment. The Electronic Manufacturing Services segment provides engineering and manufacturing services which utilize common production and support capabilities to a variety of industries globally. The Furniture segment provides furniture for the office and hospitality industries, sold under the Company’s family of brand names.

To learn more about Kimball International, Inc., visit the Company’s website on the Internet at: www.kimball.com

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