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February 11, 2013 SC 13G/A

CBE / Cooper Industries Plc / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

cooperindustriesplc.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 1 )* Name of issuer: Cooper Industries PLC Title of Class of Securities: COMMON STOCK CUSIP Number: G24140108 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2012 Check the appropriat

February 8, 2013 SC 13G

CBE / Cooper Industries Plc / BARROW HANLEY MEWHINNEY & STRAUSS LLC - SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Cooper Industries plc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) G24140108 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2012 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedu

December 17, 2012 15-15D

- 15-15D

15-15D UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. Commission File Number 1-31330 COOPER INDUSTRIES plc (Exact name of registrant as specified

December 13, 2012 S-8 POS

- S-8 POS

S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 13, 2012 Registration No.

December 13, 2012 S-8 POS

- S-8 POS

S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 13, 2012 Registration No.

December 13, 2012 S-8 POS

- S-8 POS

S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 13, 2012 Registration No.

December 13, 2012 S-8 POS

- S-8 POS

S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 13, 2012 Registration No.

December 13, 2012 S-8 POS

- S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d453810ds8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 13, 2012 Registration No. 333-182927 Registration No. 333-136381 Registration No. 333-120337 Registration No. 333-51441 Registration No. 333-51439 Registration No. 333-02847 Registration No. 333-64400 Registration No. 333-08277 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

December 13, 2012 S-3DPOS

- S-3DPOS

S-3DPOS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 13, 2012 Registration No.

December 13, 2012 S-8 POS

- S-8 POS

S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 13, 2012 Registration No.

December 13, 2012 S-8 POS

- S-8 POS

S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 13, 2012 Registration No.

December 13, 2012 POSASR

- POSASR

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 13, 2012 Registration No.

December 13, 2012 S-8 POS

- S-8 POS

S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 13, 2012 Registration No.

December 6, 2012 EX-99.25

EX-99.25

NOTIFICATION OF THE REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND REGISTRATION OF THE STATED SECURITIES The New York Stock Exchange hereby notifies the SEC of its intention to remove the entire class of the stated securities from listing and registration on the Exchange at the opening of business on December 17, 2012, pursuant to the provisions of Rule 12d2-2 (a).

December 4, 2012 EX-3.1

COMPANIES ACTS, 1963 to 2012 PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION COOPER INDUSTRIES PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY Incorporated 4th day of June 2009 A & L Goodbody COMPANIES ACTS, 1963 to 2012 PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY MEMORANDUM OF ASSOCIATION COOPER

Exhibit 3.1 COMPANIES ACTS, 1963 to 2012 PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY MEMORANDUM and ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION of COOPER INDUSTRIES PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY Incorporated 4th day of June 2009 A & L Goodbody COMPANIES ACTS, 1963 to 2012 PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY MEMORANDUM OF ASSOCIATION of COOPER INDUSTRIES PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY 1. The name of the Company is Cooper Industries public limited company. 2. The obj

December 4, 2012 8-K

Changes in Control of Registrant, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets - 8-K

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): November 30, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

November 5, 2012 EX-12

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) Nine Months Ended September 30, Year Ended December 31, 2012 2011 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 Interest Expense $ 46,880 $ 52,420 $ 69,150 $ 51,450 $ 6

Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges Exhibit 12 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Nine Months Ended September 30, Year Ended December 31, 2012 2011 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 Interest Expense $ 46,880 $ 52,420 $ 69,150 $ 51,450 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 11,200 10

November 5, 2012 10-Q

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2012 OR ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 1-31330 Cooper Industries plc

October 26, 2012 EX-99.1

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EX-99.1 2 d428252dex991.htm JOINT PRESS RELEASE, DATED OCTOBER 26, 2012 Exhibit 99.1 Date October 26, 2012 For Release Immediately Contact Gary Klasen, Eaton, (216) 523-4736 David Barta, Cooper, (713) 209-8478 Donald Bullock, Eaton, (216) 523-5127 Eaton and Cooper Shareholders Approve Proposals Related to Eaton’s Acquisition of Cooper CLEVELAND, OHIO and DUBLIN, IRELAND … Eaton Corporation (NYSE:

October 26, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): October 26, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or orga

October 22, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus -

submission425.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-6(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.: 1-31330 Date: October 22, 2012 Eaton and Cooper Announcement under Irish Takeover Rules

October 19, 2012 EX-2.1

[SIGNATURES APPEAR ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES]

AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE TRANSACTION AGREEMENT Exhibit 2.1 EXECUTION VERSION THIS AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE TRANSACTION AGREEMENT, dated as of October 19, 2012 (this “Amendment”), is entered into by and among Cooper Industries plc, a company incorporated in Ireland (“Cooper”), Eaton Corporation, an Ohio corporation (“Eaton”), Eaton Corporation Limited (formerly known as Abeiron Limited), a company inco

October 19, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported) October 19, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fil

October 19, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - FORM 8-K

FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): October 19, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or orga

October 19, 2012 EX-99.1

Amendments to the Memorandum and Articles of Association of New Eaton

AMENDMENT TO THE MEMORANDUM AND ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF NEW EATON Exhibit 99.1 Amendments to the Memorandum and Articles of Association of New Eaton 1. The definition of “Comdell” in article 2 of the Articles is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety to read as follows: “Abeiron II” means a private limited liability company incorporated in Ireland under registration number 513275. 2. The d

October 19, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events - FORM 8-K

FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): October 19, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or orga

October 19, 2012 EX-2.1

[SIGNATURES APPEAR ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES]

AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE TRANSACTION AGREEMENT Exhibit 2.1 EXECUTION VERSION THIS AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE TRANSACTION AGREEMENT, dated as of October 19, 2012 (this “Amendment”), is entered into by and among Cooper Industries plc, a company incorporated in Ireland (“Cooper”), Eaton Corporation, an Ohio corporation (“Eaton”), Eaton Corporation Limited (formerly known as Abeiron Limited), a company inco

October 19, 2012 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports Record Third Quarter Results — Third Quarter EPS a Record $1.16, Up 18% — Total Revenue up 7.8%, Core Revenue up 6.7%

EX-99.1 2 d426846dex991.htm COMPANY PRESS RELEASE DATED OCTOBER 19, 2012 Exhibit 99.1 News Release For Immediate Release Contact: Kyle McClure Director, Treasury and Investor Relations 713-209-8631 [email protected] Cooper Industries Reports Record Third Quarter Results — Third Quarter EPS a Record $1.16, Up 18% — Total Revenue up 7.8%, Core Revenue up 6.7% Dublin, Ireland, October

October 19, 2012 EX-99.1

Amendments to the Memorandum and Articles of Association of New Eaton

AMENDMENT TO THE MEMORANDUM AND ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF NEW EATON Exhibit 99.1 Amendments to the Memorandum and Articles of Association of New Eaton 1. The definition of “Comdell” in article 2 of the Articles is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety to read as follows: “Abeiron II” means a private limited liability company incorporated in Ireland under registration number 513275. 2. The d

October 15, 2012 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement - LIVE FILING

Cooper Industries plc (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

October 12, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus -

cooperdividend.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-6(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.: 1-31330 Date: October 12, 2012 News Release For Immediate Release For information conta

October 11, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus -

reminderletter1edited.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-6(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.: 1-31330 Date: October 11, 2012 YOUR VOTE IS IMPORTANT PLEASE VOTE YOUR PROXY TOD

October 11, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus -

cooperawardholderproposal.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-6(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.: 1-31330 Date: October 11, 2012 THIS DOCUMENT IS IMPORTANT AND REQUIRES YOUR

October 11, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus -

updateannouncementunderirish.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-6(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.: 1-31330 Date: October 11, 2012 Cooper Industries plc Announcement Under I

October 5, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus -

on10512.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-6(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.: 1-31330 Date: October 5, 2012 Answering Machine Message Hello. This message is from D.F. King

September 25, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus -

advertisement-courtmeetingus.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-6 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.: 1-31330 Date: September 25, 2012 In an order dated September 12, 2012, the H

September 21, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus -

cooper-425script.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-6 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.: 1-31330 Date: September 20, 2012 Cooper Industries plc VERBAL VOTE SCRIPT INTRODUCTION H

September 19, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - 425

Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-6 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.

September 19, 2012 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): September 19, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organiz

September 19, 2012 EX-99.1

Eaton Profit Forecast

Exhibit 99.1 September 19, 2012 Dear Cooper Shareholder, On May 21, 2012, Eaton Corporation (“Eaton”) and Cooper Industries plc (“Cooper”) announced that they had entered into a definitive agreement pursuant to which Eaton Corporation Limited (through the formation of a new holding company incorporated in Ireland that will be renamed Eaton Corporation plc) (“New Eaton”) will acquire Cooper and Eat

September 19, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus -

Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-6 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.

September 19, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - 425

425 Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-6 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.

September 19, 2012 EX-99.2

Merger Benefit Statement

EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 September 19, 2012 Dear Cooper Shareholder, On May 21, 2012, Eaton Corporation (“Eaton”) and Cooper Industries plc (“Cooper”) announced that they had entered into a definitive agreement pursuant to which Eaton Corporation Limited (through the formation of a new holding company incorporated in Ireland that will be renamed Eaton Corporation plc) (“New Eaton”) will acquire Cooper

September 14, 2012 DEFM14A

- DEFM14A

DEFM14A Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

September 12, 2012 EX-99.1

September 12, 2012

EX-99.1 2 cooperpr11.htm Date September 12, 2012 For Release Immediately Contact Gary Klasen, Eaton, (216) 523-4736 David Barta, Cooper, (713) 209-8478 Donald Bullock, Eaton, (216) 523-5127 Eaton and Cooper Shareholder Meetings Scheduled for October 26, 2012 CLEVELAND, OHIO and DUBLIN, IRELAND … Eaton Corporation (NYSE: ETN) and Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) have scheduled shareholder meetings

September 12, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events -

cooper8k1.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): September 12, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland (State or other juris

September 12, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus -

cooper8k1.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): September 12, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland (State or other juris

September 12, 2012 EX-99.1

September 12, 2012

Date September 12, 2012 For Release Immediately Contact Gary Klasen, Eaton, (216) 523-4736 David Barta, Cooper, (713) 209-8478 Donald Bullock, Eaton, (216) 523-5127 Eaton and Cooper Shareholder Meetings Scheduled for October 26, 2012 CLEVELAND, OHIO and DUBLIN, IRELAND … Eaton Corporation (NYSE: ETN) and Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) have scheduled shareholder meetings for Friday, October 26, 2012 in connection with the proposed acquisition of Cooper by Eaton.

August 23, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus -

cooper-faqs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing

August 8, 2012 EX-2.2

[SIGNATURES APPEAR ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES]

Exhibit 2.2 THIS AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE TRANSACTION AGREEMENT, dated as of June 22, 2012 (this “Amendment”), is entered into by and among Cooper Industries plc, a company incorporated in Ireland (“Cooper”), Eaton Corporation, an Ohio corporation (“Eaton”), Eaton Corporation Limited (formerly known as Abeiron Limited), a company incorporated in Ireland (“Holdco”), Abeiron II Limited (formerly known

August 8, 2012 10-Q

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2012 OR ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 1-31330 Cooper Industries plc (Exac

August 8, 2012 EX-12

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) Six Months Ended June 30, Year Ended December 31, 2012 2011 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 Interest Expense $ 31,450 $ 35,420 $ 69,150 $ 51,450 $ 64,200

Exhibit 12 Exhibit 12 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Six Months Ended June 30, Year Ended December 31, 2012 2011 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 Interest Expense $ 31,450 $ 35,420 $ 69,150 $ 51,450 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 7,300 6,985 14,000 14,800 14,284 14,058 12,132 Fixed Ch

July 30, 2012 EX-24.1

POWER OF ATTORNEY

Exhibit 24.1 EXHIBIT 24.1 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned, a director of Cooper Industries plc (the “Company”), does hereby constitute and appoint BRUCE M. TATEN and TERRANCE V. HELZ, respectively, and each of them, with full power of substitution, his true and lawful attorneys and agents (each with authority to act alone), to execute on behalf of the undersi

July 30, 2012 S-8

- FORM S-8

FORM S-8 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 30, 2012 Registration No.

July 25, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): July 25, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

July 25, 2012 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports Record Second Quarter Results

Company Press Release Exhibit 99.1 News Release For Immediate Release Contact: Kyle McClure Director, Treasury and Investor Relations 713-209-8631 [email protected] Cooper Industries Reports Record Second Quarter Results • Second Quarter EPS a Record $1.17, Up 22% • Total Revenue up 7.4%, Core Revenue up 5.5% Dublin, Ireland, July 25, 2012 – Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) today

July 24, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - FORM 425

Form 425 Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.

July 13, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): July 12, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organiz

July 13, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): July 12, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organiz

July 13, 2012 EX-99.1

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EX-99.1 2 d379788dex991.htm JOINT PRESS RELEASE, DATED JULY 13, 2012 Exhibit 99.1 Date July 13, 2012 For Release Immediately Contact Gary Klasen, Eaton, (216)523-4736 David Barta, Cooper, (713) 209-8478 Donald Bullock, Eaton, (216) 523-5127 Eaton and Cooper Announce Expiration of HSR Waiting Period for Pending Transaction CLEVELAND, OHIO and DUBLIN, IRELAND . . . Eaton Corporation (NYSE: ETN) and

July 13, 2012 EX-99.1

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Joint Press Release, dated July 13, 2012 Exhibit 99.1 Date July 13, 2012 For Release Immediately Contact Gary Klasen, Eaton, (216)523-4736 David Barta, Cooper, (713) 209-8478 Donald Bullock, Eaton, (216) 523-5127 Eaton and Cooper Announce Expiration of HSR Waiting Period for Pending Transaction CLEVELAND, OHIO and DUBLIN, IRELAND . . . Eaton Corporation (NYSE: ETN) and Cooper Industries plc (NYSE:

July 10, 2012 SC 13G/A

CBE / Cooper Industries Plc / PRICE T ROWE ASSOCIATES INC /MD/ - CBE AS OF 06/30/2012 Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) G24140108 (CUSIP Number) June 30, 2012 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the Rule pursuant to which this Schedule i

June 26, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - 425

425 Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.

June 1, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - 425

425 Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.

May 31, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - 425

Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.

May 30, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - 425

425 Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.

May 24, 2012 8-A12B/A

- AMEDMENT NO. TO FORM 8-A

Amedment No. to Form 8-A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A/A Amendment No. 2 FOR REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(B) OR (G) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or o

May 24, 2012 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 21, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organiza

May 24, 2012 EX-2.3

DATED MAY 21, 2012 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC EATON CORPORATION EXPENSES REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT ARTHUR COX

EX-2.3 4 d357905dex23.htm EXPENSES REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT Exhibit 2.3 EXECUTION VERSION DATED MAY 21, 2012 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC AND EATON CORPORATION EXPENSES REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT ARTHUR COX DUBLIN THIS AGREEMENT is made on May 21, 2012 BETWEEN: EATON CORPORATION a company incorporated in Ohio (hereinafter called “Eaton”) - and - COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC a company incorporated in Ireland with re

May 24, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 21, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organiza

May 24, 2012 EX-2.3

DATED MAY 21, 2012 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC EATON CORPORATION EXPENSES REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT ARTHUR COX

Expenses Reimbursement Agreement Exhibit 2.3 EXECUTION VERSION DATED MAY 21, 2012 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC AND EATON CORPORATION EXPENSES REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT ARTHUR COX DUBLIN THIS AGREEMENT is made on May 21, 2012 BETWEEN: EATON CORPORATION a company incorporated in Ohio (hereinafter called “Eaton”) - and - COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC a company incorporated in Ireland with registered number 471594 hav

May 24, 2012 EX-2.2

Appendix III Conditions of the Acquisition and the Scheme Part A

Part A of Appendix III to Rule 2.5 Announcement Exhibit 2.2 Appendix III Conditions of the Acquisition and the Scheme Part A The Acquisition and the Scheme will comply with the Takeover Rules and, where relevant, the rules and regulations of the United States Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (as amended), and are subject to the conditions set out in this document. The Acquisition and the Scheme are

May 24, 2012 EX-2.1

DATED MAY 21, 2012 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC, EATON CORPORATION, ABEIRON LIMITED, COMDELL LIMITED, TURLOCK B.V., TURLOCK CORPORATION TRANSACTION AGREEMENT ARTHUR COX 1 INTERPRETATION 2 2 RULE 2.5 ANNOUNCEMENT, SCHEME DOCUMENT AND COOPER EQUITY AWARD HOLD

Transaction Agreement Exhibit 2.1 EXECUTION VERSION DATED MAY 21, 2012 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC, EATON CORPORATION, ABEIRON LIMITED, COMDELL LIMITED, TURLOCK B.V., AND TURLOCK CORPORATION TRANSACTION AGREEMENT ARTHUR COX DUBLIN CONTENTS 1 INTERPRETATION 2 2 RULE 2.5 ANNOUNCEMENT, SCHEME DOCUMENT AND COOPER EQUITY AWARD HOLDER PROPOSAL 16 3 IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SCHEME; EATON SHAREHOLDERS MEETING 18 4

May 24, 2012 EX-2.2

Appendix III Conditions of the Acquisition and the Scheme Part A

Part A of Appendix III to Rule 2.5 Announcement Exhibit 2.2 Appendix III Conditions of the Acquisition and the Scheme Part A The Acquisition and the Scheme will comply with the Takeover Rules and, where relevant, the rules and regulations of the United States Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (as amended), and are subject to the conditions set out in this document. The Acquisition and the Scheme are

May 24, 2012 EX-2.1

DATED MAY 21, 2012 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC, EATON CORPORATION, ABEIRON LIMITED, COMDELL LIMITED, TURLOCK B.V., TURLOCK CORPORATION TRANSACTION AGREEMENT ARTHUR COX 1 INTERPRETATION 2 2 RULE 2.5 ANNOUNCEMENT, SCHEME DOCUMENT AND COOPER EQUITY AWARD HOLD

Transaction Agreement Exhibit 2.1 EXECUTION VERSION DATED MAY 21, 2012 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC, EATON CORPORATION, ABEIRON LIMITED, COMDELL LIMITED, TURLOCK B.V., AND TURLOCK CORPORATION TRANSACTION AGREEMENT ARTHUR COX DUBLIN CONTENTS 1 INTERPRETATION 2 2 RULE 2.5 ANNOUNCEMENT, SCHEME DOCUMENT AND COOPER EQUITY AWARD HOLDER PROPOSAL 16 3 IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SCHEME; EATON SHAREHOLDERS MEETING 18 4

May 24, 2012 EX-4.3

AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED RIGHTS AGREEMENT

Exhibit 4.3 AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED RIGHTS AGREEMENT AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED RIGHTS AGREEMENT (this “Amendment No. 2”), executed as a Deed Poll, dated as of May 21, 2012, to the Second Amended and Restated Rights Agreement, dated as of September 8, 2009, by and among Cooper Industries plc, a company incorporated in Ireland under registered number 47195

May 22, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - FORM 425

Form 425 Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.

May 22, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - 425

425 Filed by Cooper Industries plc pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Cooper Industries plc; Eaton Corporation Filer’s SEC File No.

May 21, 2012 EX-99.2

Employee Communication

Employee Communication Package Exhibit 99.2 What Was Announced? What Was Announced? Cooper Industries And Eaton Corporation Jointly Announced The Acquisition of Cooper Announcement Only: It Is Subject To Shareholder Approval On Both Sides And Customary Regulatory Approvals – If Approved, Transaction Expected To “Close” Later This Year Eaton Will Pay Shareholders Of Cooper .77479 Shares Of New Eato

May 21, 2012 EX-99.1

EATON TO ACQUIRE COOPER INDUSTRIES TO FORM PREMIER GLOBAL POWER MANAGEMENT COMPANY COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS AND MARKETS CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH IN GLOBAL ELECTRICAL COOPER SHAREHOLDERS TO RECEIVE $39.15 PER SHARE IN CASH AND 0.77479 IN ORDINARY

Exhibit 99.1 For Release: 9.00 a.m. Eastern, May 21, 2012 Not for release, publication or distribution, in whole or in part, in, into or from a Restricted Jurisdiction EATON TO ACQUIRE COOPER INDUSTRIES TO FORM PREMIER GLOBAL POWER MANAGEMENT COMPANY COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS AND MARKETS CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH IN GLOBAL ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY COOPER SHAREHOLDERS TO RECEIVE $39.15 PER SHARE IN C

May 21, 2012 EX-99.1

EATON TO ACQUIRE COOPER INDUSTRIES TO FORM PREMIER GLOBAL POWER MANAGEMENT COMPANY COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS AND MARKETS CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH IN GLOBAL ELECTRICAL COOPER SHAREHOLDERS TO RECEIVE $39.15 PER SHARE IN CASH AND 0.77479 IN ORDINARY

Rule 2.5 Announcement, dated May 21, 2012 Exhibit 99.1 For Release: 9.00 a.m. Eastern, May 21, 2012 Not for release, publication or distribution, in whole or in part, in, into or from a Restricted Jurisdiction EATON TO ACQUIRE COOPER INDUSTRIES TO FORM PREMIER GLOBAL POWER MANAGEMENT COMPANY COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS AND MARKETS CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH IN GLOBAL ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY COOPER SHA

May 21, 2012 EX-99.2

Employee Communication

Cooper Industries plc Employee Presentation Employee Communication Package Exhibit 99.

May 21, 2012 425

Merger Prospectus - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 21, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organiza

May 21, 2012 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 21, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Co

May 4, 2012 EX-10.6

Per Share

Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement Exhibit 10.6 Cooper US, Inc. Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement Granted to: Grant Date Number of Shares of Cooper Industries Ordinary Shares Option Price Per Share Employee Number Expiration Date Division This Agreement is made between Cooper US, Inc., a Delaware corporation, having its principal office in Houston, Texas (the “Company”), and the undersigned, an

May 4, 2012 EX-10.2

Cooper US, Inc. Executive Stock Incentive Agreement

Executive Stock Incentive Agreement Exhibit 10.2 Cooper US, Inc. Executive Stock Incentive Agreement This Agreement is made as of the day of 2012 between Cooper US, Inc., a Delaware corporation, having its principal place of business in Houston, Texas (the “Company”) and an Executive of the Company or an Affiliate or Subsidiary of the Company (“Executive”). All capitalized terms used in this Agree

May 4, 2012 EX-10.5

Option Price Per Share

Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement Exhibit 10.5 Cooper US, Inc. Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement Granted to: Grant Date Number of Shares of Cooper Industries Ordinary Shares Option Price Per Share Employee Number Expiration Date Division This Agreement is made between Cooper US, Inc., a Delaware corporation, having its principal office in Houston, Texas (the “Company”), and the undersigned, an

May 4, 2012 EX-10.3

Cooper US, Inc. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement

Restricted Stock Unit Agreement Exhibit 10.3 Cooper US, Inc. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement This Agreement is made as of the day of , 2012 between Cooper US, Inc., a Delaware Corporation, having its principal place of business in Houston, Texas (the “Company”) and , an Executive of the Company or an Affiliate or Subsidiary of the Company (“Executive”). All capitalized terms used in this Agreement

May 4, 2012 EX-10.1

Cooper US, Inc. Executive Stock Incentive Agreement

Executive Stock Incentive Agreement Exhibit 10.1 Cooper US, Inc. Executive Stock Incentive Agreement This Agreement is made as of the day of 2012 between Cooper US, Inc., a Delaware corporation, having its principal place of business in Houston, Texas (the “Company”) and an Executive of the Company or an Affiliate or Subsidiary of the Company (“Executive”). All capitalized terms used in this Agree

May 4, 2012 10-Q

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2012 OR ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 1-31330 Cooper Industries plc (Exact na

May 4, 2012 EX-12

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) Three Months Ended March 31, Year Ended December 31, 2012 2011 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 Interest Expense $ 15,730 $ 17,340 $ 69,150 $ 51,450 $ 64,2

Exhibit 12 Exhibit 12 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Three Months Ended March 31, Year Ended December 31, 2012 2011 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 Interest Expense $ 15,730 $ 17,340 $ 69,150 $ 51,450 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 3,700 3,500 14,000 14,800 14,284 14,058 12,132 Fixed

May 4, 2012 EX-10.4

Cooper US, Inc. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement

Exhibit 10.4 Cooper US, Inc. Restricted Stock Unit Agreement This Agreement is made as of the day of , 2012 between Cooper US, Inc., a Delaware Corporation, having its principal place of business in Houston, Texas (the “Company”) and , an Executive of the Company or an Affiliate or Subsidiary of the Company (“Executive”). All capitalized terms used in this Agreement are as defined in the Cooper In

May 2, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 2, 2012 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98 -0632292 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

May 2, 2012 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports Record First Quarter Results — First Quarter Earnings Per Share from Continuing Operations a Record $1.00 — Record First Quarter Revenue For Combined Electrical Segments

Exhibit 99.1 News Release For Immediate Release Contact: Kyle McClure Director, Treasury and Investor Relations 713-209-8631 [email protected] Cooper Industries Reports Record First Quarter Results — First Quarter Earnings Per Share from Continuing Operations a Record $1.00 — Record First Quarter Revenue For Combined Electrical Segments Dublin, Ireland, May 2, 2012 – Cooper Industr

April 27, 2012 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders - LIVE FILING

Cooper Industries plc (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

April 20, 2012 CORRESP

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CORRESP 1 filename1.htm Cooper Industries plc Unit F10, Maynooth Business Campus Maynooth, Ireland April 20, 2012 VIA EDGAR CORRESPONDENCE FILE Mr. Larry Spirgel – Assistant Director Division of Corporation Finance United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 RE: Cooper Industries plc (“Cooper”) Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2011 Filed F

April 4, 2012 CORRESP

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Correspondence Letter April 4, 2012 VIA EDGAR CORRESPONDENCE FILE Mr. Carlos Pacho Division of Corporation Finance United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Re: Cooper Industries plc (“Cooper”) Form 10-K for Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2011 Filed February 21, 2012 Definitive Proxy Materials on Schedule 14A Filed March 13, 2012 File No. 1-31330 Dear M

March 13, 2012 DEF 14A

- DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

Definitive Proxy Statement Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 13, 2012 DEFA14A

- DEFINITIVE ADDITIONAL MATERIALS

DEFA14A 1 d290668ddefa14a.htm DEFINITIVE ADDITIONAL MATERIALS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of

February 21, 2012 EX-24.0

POWER OF ATTORNEY COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC

Powers of Attorney Exhibit 24.0 POWER OF ATTORNEY COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned director or officer of Cooper Industries plc (“Cooper”), an Irish corporation, does hereby make, constitute and appoint Bruce M. Taten and Terrance V. Helz, and each of them acting individually, his true and lawful attorney with power to act without the other and with full p

February 21, 2012 EX-12.0

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) Year Ended December 31, 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 Interest Expense $ 69,150 $ 51,450 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent E

Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges Exhibit 12.0 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Year Ended December 31, 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 Interest Expense $ 69,150 $ 51,450 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 14,000 14,800 14,284 14,058 12,132 Fixed Charges $ 83,150 $ 66,250

February 21, 2012 EX-21.0

List of Cooper Industries plc Significant Subsidiaries

List of Significant Subsidiaries Exhibit 21.0 List of Cooper Industries plc Significant Subsidiaries Cooper B-Line, Inc. Cooper Bussmann, LLC Cooper Crouse-Hinds, LLC Cooper Lighting, LLC Cooper Power Systems, LLC

February 21, 2012 10-K

Annual Report - FORM 10-K FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2011

Form 10-K for fiscal year ended December 31, 2011 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

February 21, 2012 EX-23.0

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Consent of Ernst & Young LLP Exhibit 23.0 Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm We consent to the incorporation by reference in the following Registration Statements: No. 333-136381 Form S-8 Registration Statement for Cooper Industries plc Amended and Restated Directors Stock Plan No. 333-120337 Form S-8 Registration Statement for Cooper Industries plc Amended and Restated Stock

February 10, 2012 SC 13G

CBE / Cooper Industries Plc / BARROW HANLEY MEWHINNEY & STRAUSS LLC - SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Cooper Industries plc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) G24140108 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2011 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedu

February 8, 2012 SC 13G/A

CBE / Cooper Industries Plc / PRICE T ROWE ASSOCIATES INC /MD/ - 12/31/2011 Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) G24140108 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2011 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the Rule pursuant to which this Schedu

February 8, 2012 SC 13G

CBE / Cooper Industries Plc / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

cooperindustriesplc.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.:0 )* Name of issuer: Cooper Industries PLC Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: G24140108 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2011 Check the appropriate

January 26, 2012 SC 13G/A

CBE / Cooper Industries Plc / VANGUARD WINDSOR FUNDS Passive Investment

cooperindustriesplc.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.:2 )* Name of issuer: Cooper Industries PLC Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: G24140108 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2011 Check the appropriate

January 24, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - LIVE FILING

Cooper Industries plc (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

January 24, 2012 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports Record EPS • All-Time Quarterly Record Earnings from Continuing Operations of $1.00 Per Share • Record Full Year Earnings From Continuing Operations of $3.87 Per Share • 11th Consecutive Year Free Cash Flow Greater than Net

EX-99.1 2 exhibit1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Cooper Industries P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For Immediate Release Contact: Kyle McClure Director, Treasury and Investor Relations 713-209-8631 [email protected] Cooper Industries Reports Record EPS • All-Time Quarterly Record Earnings from Continuing Operations of $1.00 Per Share • Record Full Year Earnings From

November 22, 2011 EX-24

EX-24

POWER OF ATTORNEY Know all by these presents that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Bruce M.

November 10, 2011 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 4, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of i

November 4, 2011 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 1, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of i

November 3, 2011 10-Q

10-Q SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

Table of Contents 10-Q SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarter ended September 30, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 1-31330 Cooper Industries

November 3, 2011 EX-12

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Nine Months Ended September 30, Year Ended December 31, 2011 2010 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 Interest Expense $ 52,420 $ 37,600 $ 51,450

exv12 Exhibit 12 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Nine Months Ended September 30, Year Ended December 31, 2011 2010 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 Interest Expense $ 52,420 $ 37,600 $ 51,450 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 $ 51,500 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 10,344 11,186 14,800 14,284 14,058 12,132 10,168 Fixed

October 20, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): October 20, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of i

October 20, 2011 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports Record EPS of $.98 Per Share, an Increase of 15% Compared to Last Year, With Core Revenue Increasing Over 7%

Exhibit 99.1 Cooper Industries P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For Immediate Release Contact: Kyle McClure Director, Treasury and Investor Relations 713-209-8631 [email protected] Cooper Industries Reports Record EPS of $.98 Per Share, an Increase of 15% Compared to Last Year, With Core Revenue Increasing Over 7% Dublin, Ireland, October 20, 2011 ? Cooper Indus

September 15, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): September 15, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of

September 15, 2011 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Provides Updated Third Quarter and Full Year Guidance And Preliminary Outlook for 2012 Company to Participate in 2011 Citi Global Industrials Conference

EX-99.1 2 exhibit1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Cooper Industries News Release For Immediate Release For information contact: Kyle McClure Cooper Industries 713-209-8631 [email protected] Cooper Industries Provides Updated Third Quarter and Full Year Guidance And Preliminary Outlook for 2012 Company to Participate in 2011 Citi Global Industrials Conference Dublin, Ireland, September 15

September 2, 2011 EX-4.1

AMENDMENT TO SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED RIGHTS AGREEMENT

Exhibit 4.1 AMENDMENT TO SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED RIGHTS AGREEMENT AMENDMENT TO SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED RIGHTS AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”), executed as a Deed Poll, dated as of September 2, 2011, to the Second Amended and Restated Rights Agreement, dated as of September 8, 2009 (the “Rights Agreement”), by and among Cooper Industries plc, a company incorporated in Ireland under registered

September 2, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): September 2, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of

August 19, 2011 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 16, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of in

August 3, 2011 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarter ended June 30, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 1-31330 Cooper Industries plc (

August 3, 2011 EX-12

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) Six Months Ended June 30, Year Ended December 31, 2011 2010 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 Interest Expense $ 35,420 $ 24,800 $ 51,450 $ 64,200 $ 70,400

Exhibit 12 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Six Months Ended June 30, Year Ended December 31, 2011 2010 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 Interest Expense $ 35,420 $ 24,800 $ 51,450 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 $ 51,500 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 6,985 7,605 14,800 14,284 14,058 12,132 10,168 Fixed Charges $ 42,

August 2, 2011 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries plc Statement Of Intention Not To Make A Firm Offer For Laird

Exhibit 99.1 For Immediate Release Cooper Industries plc Statement Of Intention Not To Make A Firm Offer For Laird Dublin, Ireland, August 1, 2011 – Further to the announcements by each of Cooper (NYSE: CBE) and Laird on 30 July and the statement by the Panel on Takeovers and Mergers on 27 June 2011, Cooper hereby confirms that it does not intend to make an offer for Laird PLC (“Laird”). Cooper co

August 2, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 1, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of inc

July 29, 2011 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Announces Acquisition of Martek Power Acquisition expands power conversion applications to key vertical and geographic markets

Exhibit 99.1 Cooper Industries P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For Immediate Release For information contact: Dan Swenson Vice President, Investor Relations Cooper Industries 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Announces Acquisition of Martek Power Acquisition expands power conversion applications to key vertical and geographic markets Dublin, Irela

July 29, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): July 28, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of inco

July 27, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Cooper Industries plc (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

July 27, 2011 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries plc Increased Possible Cash Offer of 200 Pence Per Share for Laird

Exhibit 99.1 For Immediate Release Cooper Industries plc Increased Possible Cash Offer of 200 Pence Per Share for Laird Dublin, Ireland, July 27, 2011 ? Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) notes the publication by Laird plc (?Laird?) of its interim results earlier today. Cooper notes Laird?s full year earnings forecast of 16 pence per share, compared to the consensus of 16.4 pence per share on 26 Ju

July 21, 2011 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports Core Revenue Up 13%, EPS From Continuing Operations Up 20%

Exhibit 99.1 Cooper Industries P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For Immediate Release For information contact: Dan Swenson Vice President, Investor Relations Cooper Industries 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Reports Core Revenue Up 13%, EPS From Continuing Operations Up 20% Dublin, Ireland, July 21, 2011 ? Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) today

July 21, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): July 21, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of inco

July 15, 2011 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Announces Acquisition of Gitiesse srl Acquisition expands global presence in marine and offshore oil and gas markets

Exhibit 99.1 Cooper Industries P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For Immediate Release For information contact: Dan Swenson Vice President, Investor Relations Cooper Industries 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Announces Acquisition of Gitiesse srl Acquisition expands global presence in marine and offshore oil and gas markets Dublin, Ireland, July 1

July 15, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): July 15, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of inco

July 12, 2011 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Update Regarding Possible Offer for Laird plc

EX-99.1 2 exhibit1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 For Immediate Release Cooper Industries Update Regarding Possible Offer for Laird plc Dublin, Ireland, July 11, 2011 – Following the recent upward movement in the Laird share price, Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) is updating the market on the current status of its interest. On June 16, 2011, Cooper announced its interest in acquiring Laird for 185 pen

July 12, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): July 11, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of inco

June 16, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): June 16, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of inco

June 16, 2011 EX-99.1

NOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, IN, INTO OR FROM ANY JURISDICTION WHERE TO DO SO WOULD CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF THE RELEVANT LAWS OF THAT JURISDICTION

Exhibit 99.1 NOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, IN, INTO OR FROM ANY JURISDICTION WHERE TO DO SO WOULD CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF THE RELEVANT LAWS OF THAT JURISDICTION For immediate release 16 June 2011 This announcement does not constitute an announcement of a firm intention to make an offer under Rule 2.5 of the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers Cooper Industries

June 2, 2011 EX-10.1

U.S. $500,000,000 CREDIT AGREEMENT Dated as of May 26, 2011 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COOPER US INC. as Borrowers THE OTHER SUBSIDIARY GUARANTORS NAMED HEREIN as Subsidiary Guarantors and THE INITIAL LENDERS NAMED HEREIN as Initial Lenders CITIBANK, N.A.

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTION COPY U.S. $500,000,000 CREDIT AGREEMENT Dated as of May 26, 2011 Among COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COOPER US INC. as Borrowers and THE OTHER SUBSIDIARY GUARANTORS NAMED HEREIN as Subsidiary Guarantors and THE INITIAL LENDERS NAMED HEREIN as Initial Lenders and CITIBANK, N.A. as Administrative Agent PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION as Syndication Agent and CITIGROUP GLOBAL MARKETS IN

June 2, 2011 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported) May 26, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Em

May 6, 2011 10-Q

10-Q SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

Table of Contents 10-Q SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarter ended March 31, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 1-31330 Cooper Industries plc

May 6, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Cooper Industries plc (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

May 6, 2011 EX-12

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Three Months Ended March 31, Year Ended December 31, 2011 2010 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 Interest Expense $ 17,340 $ 12,800 $ 51,450 $ 6

Exhibit 12 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Three Months Ended March 31, Year Ended December 31, 2011 2010 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 Interest Expense $ 17,340 $ 12,800 $ 51,450 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 $ 51,500 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 3,500 3,787 14,800 14,284 14,058 12,132 10,168 Fixed Charges $

May 6, 2011 EX-10.1

Cooper US, Inc. Executive Stock Incentive Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.1 Cooper US, Inc. Executive Stock Incentive Agreement This Agreement is made as of the 14th day of February 2011 between Cooper US, Inc., a Delaware corporation, having its principal place of business in Houston, Texas (the ?Company?) and an Executive of the Company or an Affiliate of the Company (?Executive?). All capitalized terms used in this Agreement are as defined in the Cooper In

April 25, 2011 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports Record First Quarter Earnings Per Share From Continuing Operations

For Immediate Release Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Daniel Swenson VP, Investor Relations 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Reports Record First Quarter Earnings Per Share From Continuing Operations ? Core Revenues Increase a Record 16 percent ? Record First Quarter Earnings From Continuing Operations of $.93 Per Share ? Full Year EPS Guidance Increased to $3.75 to $3.90 f

April 25, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): April 25, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of inc

April 11, 2011 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): April 5, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of inco

April 11, 2011 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): April 5, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of inco

March 21, 2011 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

defa14a UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

March 21, 2011 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14

February 22, 2011 EX-21.0

List of Cooper Industries plc Significant Subsidiaries

Exhibit 21.0 List of Cooper Industries plc Significant Subsidiaries Cooper B-Line, Inc. Cooper Bussmann, LLC Cooper Crouse-Hinds, LLC Cooper Industries, LLC Cooper Hungary Group Financing Limited Liability Company Cooper Lighting, LLC Cooper Power Systems, LLC

February 22, 2011 EX-23.0

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

exv23w0 Exhibit 23.0 Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm We consent to the incorporation by reference in the following Registration Statements: No. 333-136381 Form S-8 Registration Statement for Cooper Industries plc Amended and Restated Directors Stock Plan No. 333-120337 Form S-8 Registration Statement for Cooper Industries plc Amended and Restated Stock Incentive Plan No. 3

February 22, 2011 EX-24.0

POWER OF ATTORNEY COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC

exv24w0 Exhibit 24.0 POWER OF ATTORNEY COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned director or officer of Cooper Industries plc (“Cooper”), an Irish corporation, does hereby make, constitute and appoint Bruce M. Taten and Terrance V. Helz, and each of them acting individually, his true and lawful attorney with power to act without the other and with full power of sub

February 22, 2011 EX-12.0

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Year Ended December 31, 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 Interest Expense $ 51,450 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 $ 51,500 Estimated Interest Porti

Exhibit 12.0 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Year Ended December 31, 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 Interest Expense $ 51,450 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 $ 51,500 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 14,800 14,284 14,058 12,132 10,168 Fixed Charges $ 66,250 $ 78,484 $ 84,458 $ 63,132 $ 61,668 Income From Continuing O

February 22, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Cooper Industries plc (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

February 22, 2011 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

10-K 1 h78025e10vk.htm FORM 10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2010 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from

February 16, 2011 EX-24

EX-24

POWER OF ATTORNEY Know all by these presents that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Bruce M.

February 11, 2011 SC 13G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Cooper Industries plc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) (CUSIP Number) Decembe

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Cooper Industries plc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) G24140108 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2010 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedu

February 10, 2011 SC 13G/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.:1 )*

cooperindustriesamd1.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.:1 )* Name of issuer: COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC Title of Class of Securities: COMMON STOCK CUSIP Number: G24140108 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2010 Check the appropriat

February 7, 2011 EX-10.1

Full and Final Release, Settlement and Indemnity Agreement

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTION COPY Full and Final Release, Settlement and Indemnity Agreement This Full and Final Release, Settlement and Indemnity Agreement (this “Agreement”) is entered into effective as of February 1, 2011 among M & F Worldwide Corp. (“MFW”), Pneumo Abex LLC (“Pneumo Abex”), Mafco Worldwide Corporation (“Mafco Worldwide”), Mafco Consolidated Group LLC (“Mafco Consolidated”), PCT Inter

February 7, 2011 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): February 1, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of i

January 26, 2011 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports Strong Fourth Quarter Results Earnings Per Share of $.85 As Core Revenues Increase a Record 14 Percent

For Immediate Release Contact: Mark Doheny Director, Investor Relations 713-209-8484 Mark.

January 26, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): January 26, 2011 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of i

January 14, 2011 EX-24

EX-24

POWER OF ATTORNEY Know all by these presents that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Bruce M.

January 14, 2011 EX-24

EX-24

POWER OF ATTORNEY Know all by these presents that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Bruce M.

December 7, 2010 EX-4.1

COOPER US, INC. COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS as Trustee Dated as of December 7, 2010 Providing for issuance of Debt Securities in Series

exv4w1 Exhibit 4.1 COOPER US, INC. and COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC TO DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS as Trustee INDENTURE Dated as of December 7, 2010 Providing for issuance of Debt Securities in Series Reconciliation and tie between Trust Indenture Act of 1939 and Indenture dated as of December 7, 2010 Trust Indenture Act Section Indenture Section § 310 (a)(1) 5.03, 8.09 (a)(2) 8.09 (a)(3) Not Ap

December 7, 2010 EX-4.2

COOPER US, INC., as Issuer COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COOPER INDUSTRIES, LTD. COOPER B—LINE, INC. COOPER BUSSMANN, LLC COOPER CROUSE—HINDS, LLC COOPER LIGHTING, LLC COOPER POWER SYSTEMS, LLC and COOPER WIRING DEVICES, INC., as Guarantors DEUTSCHE BANK TRU

Exhibit 4.2 COOPER US, INC., as Issuer COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COOPER INDUSTRIES, LTD. COOPER B—LINE, INC. COOPER BUSSMANN, LLC COOPER CROUSE—HINDS, LLC COOPER LIGHTING, LLC COOPER POWER SYSTEMS, LLC and COOPER WIRING DEVICES, INC., as Guarantors DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, as Trustee $250,000,000 2.375% Senior Notes Due 2016 FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE Dated as of December 7, 2010 FIRST

December 7, 2010 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Completes $500 Million Offering Of Five-Year And Ten-Year Notes

Exhibit 99.1 Cooper Industries P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For Immediate Release For information contact: Mark Doheny Director of Investor Relations Cooper Industries 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Completes $500 Million Offering Of Five-Year And Ten-Year Notes Dublin, Ireland, December 7, 2010 ? Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) today anno

December 7, 2010 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported) December 7, 2010 Cooper Industries plc (Exact Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of Inco

December 7, 2010 EX-4.3

COOPER US, INC., as Issuer COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COOPER INDUSTRIES, LTD. COOPER B?LINE, INC. COOPER BUSSMANN, LLC COOPER CROUSE?HINDS, LLC COOPER LIGHTING, LLC COOPER POWER SYSTEMS, LLC and COOPER WIRING DEVICES, INC., as Guarantors DEUTSCHE BANK TRU

exv4w3 Exhibit 4.3 COOPER US, INC., as Issuer COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COOPER INDUSTRIES, LTD. COOPER B—LINE, INC. COOPER BUSSMANN, LLC COOPER CROUSE—HINDS, LLC COOPER LIGHTING, LLC COOPER POWER SYSTEMS, LLC and COOPER WIRING DEVICES, INC., as Guarantors DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, as Trustee $250,000,000 3.875% Senior Notes Due 2020 SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE Dated as of December 7, 201

December 3, 2010 EX-1.1

$500,000,000 COOPER US, INC. 2.375% Senior Notes due 2016 3.875% Senior Notes due 2020 guaranteed by COOPER INDUSTRIES plc (and specified subsidiaries) Underwriting Agreement

Exhibit 1.1 $500,000,000 COOPER US, INC. 2.375% Senior Notes due 2016 3.875% Senior Notes due 2020 guaranteed by COOPER INDUSTRIES plc (and specified subsidiaries) Underwriting Agreement December 2, 2010 Citigroup Global Markets Inc. Goldman, Sachs & Co. Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated As Representatives of the several Underwriters c/o Citigroup Global Markets Inc. 388 Greenwich

December 3, 2010 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported) December 2, 2010 Cooper Industries plc (Exact Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IR

December 3, 2010 424B5

CALCULATION OF REGISTRATION FEE Proposed Maximum Proposed Maximum Amount of Amount to be Offering Price Aggregate Offering Registration Fee Registered Per Unit Price (1) 2.375% Senior Notes Due 2016 $250,000,000 99.817% $249,542,500 $17,792.39 3.875%

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-170456 333-170456-01 333-170456-02 333-170456-03 333-170456-04 333-170456-05 333-170456-06 333-170456-07 333-170456-08 CALCULATION OF REGISTRATION FEE Proposed Maximum Proposed Maximum Amount of Amount to be Offering Price Aggregate Offering Registration Fee Registered Per Unit Price (1) 2.375% Senior Notes Due 2016 $250,000,0

December 2, 2010 424B3

SUBJECT TO COMPLETION, DATED DECEMBER 2, 2010

Table of Contents The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed.

December 2, 2010 FWP

COOPER US, INC. 2.375% Senior Notes due 2016 3.875% Senior Notes due 2020 guaranteed by COOPER INDUSTRIES plc (and specified subsidiaries) Final Term Sheet December 2, 2010 Issuer: Cooper US, Inc. Guarantors: Cooper Industries plc, Cooper Industries,

Issuer Free Writing Prospectus, dated December 2, 2010 Filed pursuant to Rule 433 under the Securities Act of 1933 Supplementing the Preliminary Prospectus dated December 2, 2010 Registration Statement No.

November 8, 2010 S-3ASR

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2010

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2010 Registration No.

November 8, 2010 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarter ended September 30, 2010 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 1-31330 Cooper Industries

November 8, 2010 EX-99.3

Results of Operations

Exhibit 99.3 ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT?S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS On March 26, 2010, Cooper announced that it entered into a Framework Agreement with Danaher Corporation to create a joint venture combining Cooper?s Tools business with certain Tools businesses from Danaher?s Tools and Components Segment (the ?Joint Venture?). On July 6, 2010, Cooper announce

November 8, 2010 EX-12

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Nine Months Ended September 30, Year Ended December 31, 2010 2009 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 Interest Expense $ 37,600 $ 49,500 $ 64,200

Exhibit 12 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Nine Months Ended September 30, Year Ended December 31, 2010 2009 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 Interest Expense $ 37,600 $ 49,500 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 $ 51,500 $ 64,800 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 11,186 10,402 14,284 14,058 12,132 10,168 10,583 Fixed Charg

November 8, 2010 EX-99.1

Energy and Safety Solutions

Exhibit 99.1 ITEM 1. BUSINESS GENERAL The term “Cooper” refers to the registrant, Cooper Industries plc, which was incorporated under the laws of Ireland on June 4, 2009, and became the successor-registrant to Cooper Industries, Ltd. on September 9, 2009. Cooper Industries, Ltd. was incorporated under the laws of Bermuda on May 22, 2001, and became the successor registrant to Cooper Industries, In

November 8, 2010 EX-4.1

COOPER US, INC. COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS as Trustee INDENTURE Dated as of ________, _________ Providing for issuance of Debt Securities in Series

Exhibit 4.1 COOPER US, INC. and COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC TO DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS as Trustee INDENTURE Dated as of , Providing for issuance of Debt Securities in Series Reconciliation and tie between Trust Indenture Act of 1939 and Indenture dated as of , Trust Indenture Act Section Indenture Section § 310(a)(1) 5.03, 8.09 (a)(2) 8.09 (a)(3) Not Applicable (a)(4) Not Applicable (a)(5)

November 8, 2010 EX-99.2

Square Footage of Plants and Facilities Number of Number and Nature of Facilities (in millions) Segment Employees Manufacturing Warehouse Sales Other Owned Leased Energy and Safety Solutions 10,462 57 16 68 3 6.3 1.8 Electrical Products Group 13,529

Exhibit 99.2 ITEM 2. PROPERTIES On December 31, 2009, the plants and other facilities used by Cooper throughout the world contained an aggregate of approximately 20.8 million square feet of space, of which approximately 79 percent was owned and 21 percent was leased. The charts on the next page show the number of employees, square footage of facilities owned and leased and location of manufacturin

November 8, 2010 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported) November 8, 2010 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009 Cooper Industries plc (Exact Name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or Other Ju

November 8, 2010 EX-25.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTE

exv25w1 Exhibit 25.1 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS (formerly BANKERS TRUST COMPANY) (Exact name of trustee as s

November 8, 2010 EX-99.4

Page Report of Management on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting 2 Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting 3 Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm 4 Consolidated Inc

Exhibit 99.4 ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA Index to Financial Statements Page Report of Management on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting 2 Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting 3 Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm 4 Consolidated Income Statements for each of the three years in the perio

November 8, 2010 EX-24.2

POWER OF ATTORNEY

exv24w2 Exhibit 24.2 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned, a director of Cooper Industries plc (the “Company”), does hereby make, constitute and appoint BRUCE M. TATEN and TERRANCE V. HELZ, respectively, and each of them acting individually, his true and lawful attorney with power to act without the other and with full power of substitution, to execute, deliver an

November 8, 2010 EX-10.3

EXHIBIT 10.3

exv10w3 Exhibit 10.3 BENEFITS CONTINUATION AGREEMENT This BENEFITS CONTINUATION AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into to be effective as of November 2, 2010 (the “Effective Date”) by and among Cooper Industries plc, an Irish corporation (“Cooper” or the “Company”), Cooper U.S., Inc. and Kirk S. Hachigian (“Executive”). Certain capitalized terms used in this Agreement are defined in

October 21, 2010 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports Strong Third Quarter Results Revenues Increased 8.2 Percent And Earnings Per Share From Continuing Operations Increased 25 Percent

EX-99.1 For Immediate Release Contact: Mark Doheny Director, Investor Relations 713-209-8484 [email protected] Exhibit 99.1 Cooper Industries Reports Strong Third Quarter Results Revenues Increased 8.2 Percent And Earnings Per Share From Continuing Operations Increased 25 Percent Dublin, Ireland, October 21, 2010 – Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) reported that third quarter 2010 e

October 21, 2010 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): October 21, 2010 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of i

September 23, 2010 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): September 20, 2010 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of

September 23, 2010 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Updates Third Quarter 2010 Outlook

Cooper Industries P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For Immediate Release For information contact: Exhibit 99.1 Mark Doheny Director of Investor Relations Cooper Industries 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Updates Third Quarter 2010 Outlook Dublin, Ireland, September 20, 2010 ? Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) today announced that its third quarte

September 7, 2010 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 31, 2010 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of in

September 7, 2010 EX-10.2

DEED OF INDEMNIFICATION

EX-10.2 3 exhibit2.htm EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 DEED OF INDEMNIFICATION DEED OF INDEMNIFICATION (this “Deed”) by and among Cooper Industries, Ltd., a Bermuda company (“Cooper Ltd.”) and (the “Indemnitee”). WHEREAS, Cooper Ltd. has effected a scheme of arrangement under Bermuda law (the “Scheme of Arrangement”) pursuant to which the holders of Class A common shares of Cooper Ltd. (other than subsidiari

September 7, 2010 EX-10.1

DEED OF INDEMNIFICATION

EX-10.1 2 exhibit1.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 DEED OF INDEMNIFICATION DEED OF INDEMNIFICATION (this “Deed”) by and among Cooper Industries plc, an Irish public limited company (the “Company”) and (the “Indemnitee”). WHEREAS, Cooper Industries, Ltd. (a Bermuda company, “Cooper Ltd.”) effected a scheme of arrangement under Bermuda law (the “Scheme of Arrangement”) pursuant to which the holders of Clas

August 6, 2010 10-Q

10-Q SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

Table of Contents 10-Q SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarter ended June 30, 2010 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 1-31330 Cooper Industries plc (

August 6, 2010 EX-12

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Six Months Ended June 30, Year Ended December 31, 2010 2009 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 Interest Expense $ 24,800 $ 32,500 $ 64,200 $ 70,4

Exhibit 12 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Six Months Ended June 30, Year Ended December 31, 2010 2009 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 Interest Expense $ 24,800 $ 32,500 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 $ 51,500 $ 64,800 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 7,605 6,767 14,284 14,058 12,132 10,168 10,583 Fixed Charges $ 32,

July 22, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Cooper Industries plc (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

July 22, 2010 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports Second Quarter Earnings of $.80 Per Share, Excluding Non-Cash Loss on Previously Announced Tools Joint Venture, an Increase of 51 Percent Compared to Last Year Second Quarter Core Revenues Increase 4.8 Percent

For Immediate Release Contact: Mark Doheny Director, Investor Relations 713-209-8484 Mark.

July 9, 2010 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): July 6, 2010 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of incor

July 9, 2010 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries And Danaher Announce Tools Joint Venture Closing

Cooper Industries P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For information contact: Mark Doheny Cooper Industries 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries And Danaher Announce Tools Joint Venture Closing Dublin, Ireland, July 6, 2010 ? Cooper Industries plc (NYSE:CBE) and Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) today announced the completion of the joint venture combinin

June 2, 2010 CORRESP

RE: Cooper Industries plc (“Cooper”) Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009 Filed February 19, 2010 Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2010 File no. 001-31330

Cooper Industries P. O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 600 Travis, Suite 5600 Houston, Texas 77002-1001 Phone: (713) 209-8400 June 2, 2010 VIA EDGAR CORRESPONDENCE FILE Mr. Larry Spirgel — Assistant Director Division of Corporation Finance United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 RE: Cooper Industries plc (“Cooper”) Form 10-K for the fiscal year en

May 10, 2010 CORRESP

May 10, 2010

May 10, 2010 VIA EDGAR CORRESPONDENCE FILE Mr. Larry Spirgel — Assistant Director Division of Corporation Finance United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Re: Cooper Industries plc (“Cooper”) Annual Report on Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2009 Filed February 19, 2010 Definitive Proxy Statement Filed March 12, 2010 File No. 1-31330 De

May 4, 2010 EX-24

EX-24

POWER OF ATTORNEY Know all by these presents, that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Bruce M.

April 30, 2010 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Appoints New Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

EX-99.1 2 exhibit1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Cooper Industries P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For Immediate Release For information contact: Mark Doheny Cooper Industries 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Appoints New Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Dublin, Ireland, April 27, 2010 – Cooper Industries plc (NYSE:CBE) today announce

April 30, 2010 10-Q

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarter ended March 31, 2010 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 1-31330 Cooper Industries plc

April 30, 2010 EX-10.2

FIRST AMENDMENT TO COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC AMENDED AND RESTATED STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN (As Amended and Restated September 8, 2009)

Exhibit 10.2 FIRST AMENDMENT TO COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC AMENDED AND RESTATED STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN (As Amended and Restated September 8, 2009) WHEREAS, the Cooper Industries plc Amended and Restated Stock Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) provides for awards of ordinary shares of Cooper Industries plc (“Cooper”) to certain employees of Cooper US Inc. (the “Company”) and its affiliates; and WHEREAS, the Boa

April 30, 2010 EX-10.1

Cooper US, Inc. Executive Stock Incentive Agreement

Exhibit 10.1 Cooper US, Inc. Executive Stock Incentive Agreement This Agreement is made as of the 14th day of February 2010 between Cooper US, Inc., a Delaware corporation, having its principal place of business in Houston, Texas (the ?Company?) and an Executive of the Company or an Affiliate of the Company (?Executive?). All capitalized terms used in this Agreement are as defined in the Cooper In

April 30, 2010 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): April 27, 2010 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of inc

April 30, 2010 EX-12

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Three Months Ended March 31, Year Ended December 31, 2010 2009 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 Interest Expense $ 12,800 $ 15,900 $ 64,200 $ 7

Exhibit 12 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Three Months Ended March 31, Year Ended December 31, 2010 2009 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 Interest Expense $ 12,800 $ 15,900 $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 $ 51,500 $ 64,800 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 3,787 3,396 14,284 14,058 12,132 10,168 10,583 Fixed Charges $

April 30, 2010 EX-10.3

Cooper US, Inc. Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement Granted to: Grant Date Number of Shares of Cooper Option Price Employee Number Industries Ordinary Shares Per Share Expiration Date Division

exv10w3 Exhibit 10.3 Cooper US, Inc. Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement Granted to: Grant Date Number of Shares of Cooper Option Price Employee Number Industries Ordinary Shares Per Share Expiration Date Division This Agreement is made between Cooper US, Inc., a Delaware corporation, having its principal office in Houston, Texas (the “Company”), and the undersigned, an employee of the Company or

April 22, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Cooper Industries plc (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

April 22, 2010 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports First Quarter Earnings of $.70 Per Share from Continuing Operations ($.72 Per Share Excluding Restructuring), an Increase of 46% Compared to Last Year

Exhibit 99.1 For Immediate Release Contact: Mark Doheny Director, Investor Relations 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Reports First Quarter Earnings of $.70 Per Share from Continuing Operations ($.72 Per Share Excluding Restructuring), an Increase of 46% Compared to Last Year Dublin, Ireland, April 22, 2010 – Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) reported first quarter 2

April 15, 2010 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Announces Acquisition of Eka Systems, Inc. Acquisition of RF wireless technology combines with Power Line Carrier (PLC) technology to significantly enhance smart grid product offering

Exhibit 99.1 Cooper Industries P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For Immediate Release For information contact: Mark Doheny Cooper Industries 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Announces Acquisition of Eka Systems, Inc. Acquisition of RF wireless technology combines with Power Line Carrier (PLC) technology to significantly enhance smart grid product

April 15, 2010 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): April 13, 2010 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of inc

April 7, 2010 CORRESP

December 31, 2009 December 31, 2008 Amount 5% Amount 5% Current assets $ 1,901.6 $ 95.1 $ 2,197.9 $ 109.9 Total assets $ 5,984.4 $ 299.2 $ 6,164.9 $ 308.2

corresp Cooper Industries P. O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 600 Travis, Suite 5600 Houston, Texas 77002-1001 Phone: (713) 209-8400 April 7, 2010 VIA EDGAR CORRESPONDENCE FILE Mr. Larry Spirgel — Assistant Director Division of Corporation Finance United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 RE: Cooper Industries plc (“Cooper”) Form 10-K for the fisca

March 31, 2010 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries And Danaher To Form Global Tools Business Through Joint Venture

EX-99.1 Cooper Industries Exhibit 99.1 P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For information contact: Mark Doheny Cooper Industries 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries And Danaher To Form Global Tools Business Through Joint Venture Dublin, Ireland, March 26, 2010 – Cooper Industries plc (NYSE:CBE) and Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) today announced the cr

March 31, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Cooper Industries plc (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

March 12, 2010 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

def14a Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 12, 2010 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

defa14a UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

March 1, 2010 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): February 22, 2010 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of

March 1, 2010 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Announces Organizational Changes Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Terry Klebe To Retire in 2010; Neil Schrimsher Named Executive Vice President, Cooper Connection

EX-99.1 Cooper Industries P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For Immediate Release For information contact: Mark Doheny Cooper Industries 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Announces Organizational Changes Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Terry Klebe To Retire in 2010; Neil Schrimsher Named Executive Vice President, Cooper Connection

February 22, 2010 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): February 16, 2010 Cooper Industries plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ireland 1-31330 98-0632292 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer of

February 22, 2010 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Appoints New Cooper Tools President

Cooper Industries P.O. Box 4446 Houston, Texas 77210-4446 News Release For Immediate Release For information contact: Mark Doheny Cooper Industries 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Appoints New Cooper Tools President Dublin, Ireland, February 17, 2010 ? Cooper Industries today announced the appointment of Laura K. Ulz as President, Cooper Tools. Ulz joined Cooper in

February 19, 2010 EX-21

Place of Name Incorporation A. GENERAL CORPORATE ADMINISTRATION BZ Holdings Inc. Delaware, U.S. CBE Services, Inc. Delaware, U.S. CI Finance, Inc. Delaware, U.S. Cooper (China) Co., Ltd. China Cooper Bermuda Investments Ltd. Bermuda Cooper Bussmann F

exv21 EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES Cooper has no parent. The subsidiaries of Cooper are listed in groupings that indicate the nature and management of the operations of each. Unless noted herein, all subsidiaries are wholly owned by Cooper or one of its subsidiaries. Place of Name Incorporation A. GENERAL CORPORATE ADMINISTRATION BZ Holdings Inc. Delaware, U.S. CBE Services, Inc. Delaware, U.S. CI Fina

February 19, 2010 EX-12.0

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Year Ended December 31, 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 Interest Expense $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 $ 51,500 $ 64,800 Estimated Interest Porti

exv12w0 Exhibit 12.0 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Year Ended December 31, 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 Interest Expense $ 64,200 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 $ 51,500 $ 64,800 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 14,284 14,058 12,132 10,168 10,583 Fixed Charges $ 78,484 $ 84,458 $ 63,132 $ 61,668 $ 75,383 Income From Cont

February 19, 2010 EX-10.28

MANAGEMENT CONTINUITY AGREEMENT

exv10w28 Exhibit 10.28 MANAGEMENT CONTINUITY AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT, dated as of November , 2009 is made by and between Cooper Industries plc, an Ireland corporation (“Cooper”), Cooper US, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), and (the “Executive”). WHEREAS, the Company is a significant subsidiary of Cooper and Executive is employed by the Company in a key management position; and WHEREA

February 19, 2010 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

10-K 1 h69018e10vk.htm FORM 10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from

February 19, 2010 EX-23.0

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

exv23w0 Exhibit 23.0 Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm We consent to the incorporation by reference in the following Registration Statements of our reports dated February 19, 2010, with respect to the consolidated financial statements of Cooper Industries plc (previously Cooper Industries, Ltd.) and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting of Cooper Ind

February 19, 2010 EX-24.0

POWER OF ATTORNEY COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC

exv24w0 Exhibit 24.0 POWER OF ATTORNEY COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned director or officer of Cooper Industries plc (“Cooper”), an Irish corporation, does hereby make, constitute and appoint Bruce M. Taten and Terrance V. Helz, and each of them acting individually, his true and lawful attorney with power to act without the other and with full power of sub

February 9, 2010 SC 13G/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1 )* Cooper Industries plc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) (CUSIP Number) Decem

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1 )* Cooper Industries plc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) G24140108 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2009 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Sche

February 8, 2010 SC 13G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Cooper Industries plc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) (CUSIP Number) Decembe

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Cooper Industries plc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) G24140108 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2009 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedu

February 4, 2010 SC 13G

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.:0 )*

cooperindustriesplc.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.:0 )* Name of issuer: COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC Title of Class of Securities: CUSIP Number: G24140108 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2009 Check the appropriate box to desig

January 26, 2010 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports Fourth Quarter Earnings from Continuing Operations of $.76 Per Share and 2009 Free Cash Flow of $723 million (exclusive of a $90 million discretionary tax deposit)

For Immediate Release Contact: Mark Doheny Director, Investor Relations 713-209-8484 Mark.

January 26, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Cooper Industries plc (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

November 5, 2009 EX-12

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Nine Months Ended September 30, Year Ended December 31, 2009 2008 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 Interest Expense $ 49,500 $ 54,000 $ 70,400

exv12 Exhibit 12 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC COMPUTATION OF RATIOS OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES (Dollar Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited) Nine Months Ended September 30, Year Ended December 31, 2009 2008 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 Interest Expense $ 49,500 $ 54,000 $ 70,400 $ 51,000 $ 51,500 $ 64,800 $ 68,100 Estimated Interest Portion of Rent Expense 10,402 11,230 14,058 12,132 10,168 10,583 11,666 Fixed

November 5, 2009 10-Q

10-Q SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

Table of Contents 10-Q SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarter ended September 30, 2009 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 1-31330 Cooper Industries

November 5, 2009 EX-10.9

CREDIT AGREEMENT Dated as of August 14, 2009

Exhibit 10.9 CREDIT AGREEMENT Dated as of August 14, 2009 COOPER INDUSTRIES, LTD., a Bermuda company (the “Company”), COOPER US INC., a Delaware corporation (“Cooper US”), the Subsidiary Guarantors named herein, the banks, financial institutions and other institutional lenders (the “Initial Lenders”) and issuers of letters of credit (“Initial Issuing Banks”) listed on Schedule I hereto, PNC BANK,

October 22, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Cooper Industries plc (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

October 22, 2009 EX-99.1

Cooper Industries Reports Third Quarter Earnings from Continuing Operations of $.70 Per Share, Excluding Unusual Items; Record Nine Month Free Cash Flow Third Quarter GAAP Earnings of $0.68 Per Share, Inclusive of $.02 Per Share of Unusual Items

EX-99.1 For Immediate Release Contact: Mark Doheny Director, Investor Relations 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Reports Third Quarter Earnings from Continuing Operations of $.70 Per Share, Excluding Unusual Items; Record Nine Month Free Cash Flow Third Quarter GAAP Earnings of $0.68 Per Share, Inclusive of $.02 Per Share of Unusual Items Dublin, Ireland, October 22,

September 21, 2009 15-12G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. Commission File Number: 1-31330 Cooper Industries, Ltd.* (Exact name of registrant as specified in

September 9, 2009 8-K12G3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest reported event): September 8, 2009 COOPER INDUSTRI

e8vk12g3 Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

September 9, 2009 EX-3.2

Certificate of Incorporation

Exhibit 3.2 Number 471594 Certificate of Incorporation I hereby certify that COOPER INDUSTRIES PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY is this day incorporated under the Companies Acts 1963 to 2006, and that the company is limited. Given under my hand at Dublin, this Thursday, the 4th day of June, 2009 /s/ Pat Daly for Registrar of Companies

September 9, 2009 EX-99.1

For Immediate Release

Exhibit 99.1 For Immediate Release Contact: Mark Doheny Director, Investor Relations 713-209-8484 [email protected] Cooper Industries Completes Change in Place of Incorporation Dublin, Ireland, September 9, 2009 — Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) announced today that its reorganization has been completed and the Company is now incorporated in Ireland. The transaction was completed

September 9, 2009 EX-24.1

POWERS OF ATTORNEY

exv24w1 Exhibit 24.1 POWERS OF ATTORNEY Each of the undersigned, a director of Cooper Industries plc, hereby appoints Bruce M. Taten and Terrance V. Helz, and each of them singly, such person’s true and lawful attorneys, with full power to them and each of them to sign, for such person and in such person’s name and capacity as director, each of the post-effective amendments to Registration Stateme

September 9, 2009 EX-10.7

COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC AMENDED AND RESTATED STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN (As Amended and Restated September 8, 2009) I. Purpose of the Plan

exv10w7 Exhibit 10.7 COOPER INDUSTRIES PLC AMENDED AND RESTATED STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN (As Amended and Restated September 8, 2009) I. Purpose of the Plan The Cooper Industries Stock Incentive Plan is intended to provide Cooper US, Inc. (the “Company”) and its affiliates a means by which such companies can engender and sustain a sense of proprietorship and personal commitment on the part of the execu

September 9, 2009 EX-10.10

DATED 8th September 2009 COOPER INDUSTRIES PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY DEED POLL OF ASSUMPTION relating to Cooper Industries Amended and Restated Management Annual Incentive Plan

Exhibit 10.10 DATED 8th September 2009 COOPER INDUSTRIES PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY DEED POLL OF ASSUMPTION relating to Cooper Industries Amended and Restated Management Annual Incentive Plan DEED POLL OF ASSUMPTION OF COOPER INDUSTRIES PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY This Deed Poll relating to the Cooper Industries Management Annual Incentive Plan (the “Management Annual Incentive Plan”) is made on 8 Septembe

September 9, 2009 S-8 POS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO FORM S-8 (No. 333-02847) POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 (No. 333-136381) POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO FORM S-8 (No. 333-51439)

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 9, 2009.

September 9, 2009 EX-24.1

POWERS OF ATTORNEY

exv24w1 Exhibit 24.1 POWERS OF ATTORNEY Each of the undersigned, a director of Cooper Industries plc, hereby appoints Bruce M. Taten and Terrance V. Helz, and each of them singly, such person’s true and lawful attorneys, with full power to them and each of them to sign, for such person and in such person’s name and capacity as director, each of the post-effective amendments to Registration Stateme

September 9, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest reported event): September 8, 2009 COOPER INDUSTRI

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

September 9, 2009 EX-10.11

DATED 8th September 2009 COOPER INDUSTRIES PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY DEED POLL OF ASSUMPTION relating to Cooper Industries, Ltd. Amended and Restated Stock Incentive Plan

exv10w11 Exhibit 10.11 DATED 8th September 2009 COOPER INDUSTRIES PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY DEED POLL OF ASSUMPTION relating to Cooper Industries, Ltd. Amended and Restated Stock Incentive Plan DEED POLL OF ASSUMPTION OF COOPER INDUSTRIES PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY This Deed Poll relating to the Cooper Industries, Ltd. Amended and Restated Stock Incentive Plan (the “Stock Incentive Plan”) is made on 8th

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