Press Release

Illinois Tool Works Inc. Statement, RE: Enodis PLC

Glenview, Illinois – May 19, 2008

Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE:ITW) notes the announcement made this morning by The Manitowoc Company, Inc. regarding a revised offer for Enodis plc. ITW is considering its position with respect to Enodis and will make a further announcement in due course.

Contact: John Brooklier, 847-657-4104 or jbrooklier@itw.com