A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS), a world leader in water heating and water treatment, along with the A. O. Smith Foundation, the company’s charitable arm, has made a $100,000 donation to the American Red Cross to help support humanitarian relief efforts in Ukraine. With operations across the globe, A. O. Smith believes in helping Read more
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A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS), a world leader in water heating and water treatment, along with the A. O. Smith Foundation, the company’s charitable arm, has made a $100,000 donation to the American Red Cross to help support humanitarian relief efforts in Ukraine. With operations across the globe, A. O. Smith believes in helping communities through efforts that focus on health and human services.
According to the American Red Cross website, more than two million people have fled Ukraine to nearby countries and an estimated 18 million – one-third of the country’s population – will need assistance. Red Cross teams have donated food, water, medical supplies, household items and hygiene parcels to families seeking safety.
“Our Foundation’s leadership agreed unanimously to offer this contribution as a small gesture to provide basic human necessities—food, water, shelter, medical care—to those affected,” said Kevin Wheeler, A. O. Smith chairman, president and CEO. “The Foundation deeply believes in giving back to our communities, and while the company doesn’t have operations there, it is impossible not to have compassion for those suffering in Ukraine.”
In addition to the Foundation’s direct financial support, A. O. Smith has also partnered with the American Red Cross to create a donation microsite to assist our employees in making personal contributions to the relief efforts if they choose.
The A. O. Smith Foundation is committed to making our communities a better place to live and work by partnering with and supporting nonprofit organizations around the world. Established in 1955, the Foundation has provided more than $50 million in financial support for worthwhile organizations, institutions and programs.
A.O. Smith Corporation
A.O. Smith Corporation, with headquarters in Milwaukee, Wis., is a global leader applying innovative technology and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), the company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products. For more information visit www.aosmith.com.
American Red Cross
All money raised through the American Red Cross will enable the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement to respond to the humanitarian needs generated by the current situation in Ukraine. This support could include immediate and ongoing relief efforts or other critical humanitarian services as needs arise, both in Ukraine and surrounding countries, including supporting populations displaced.
A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) announced today that Eddie Goodwin, senior vice president, president of Lochinvar, will retire July 1, and Stephen O’Brien, chief operating officer, has been named the successor. “Since joining the company over 40 years ago, Eddie’s vast experience and steadfast leadership has helped shape Lochinvar into the industry-leading, high efficiency boiler and Read more
A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) announced today that Eddie Goodwin, senior vice president, president of Lochinvar, will retire July 1, and Stephen O’Brien, chief operating officer, has been named the successor.
“Since joining the company over 40 years ago, Eddie’s vast experience and steadfast leadership has helped shape Lochinvar into the industry-leading, high efficiency boiler and water heater manufacturer it is today,” said Kevin Wheeler, chairman, president and CEO. “He has built a strong team committed to designing, manufacturing and selling high quality, innovative products that meet our customer’s needs. We thank him for his vision and commitment to our customers, our employees and the A. O. Smith values over the past four decades.”
Eddie Goodwin
In his new role, O’Brien will build on the strong foundation Goodwin and his team have established, by implementing the strategic vision for the organization and further expanding Lochinvar’s innovative product lines. O’Brien has served as chief operating officer for Lochinvar since August of 2021 and is uniquely qualified to assume the role of president going forward. O’Brien joined Lochinvar from Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS) and prior to that, worked for A. O. Smith Electrical Products Company for 14 years before the company was sold to Regal Beloit Corporation. He holds an MBA from the University of Dayton in Ohio and a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from State University of New York at Potsdam.
Stephen O’Brien
“With his extensive experience in the HVAC industry, his strong leadership skills and focus on customer satisfaction, Steve is the ideal person to lead our Lochinvar business unit going forward,” Wheeler added. “I am confident the transition will be seamless, and Steve’s extensive background and business development skills will further strengthen Lochinvar’s channel partnerships and our presence in the market.”
A. O. Smith, a leader in water heating and treatment, announces March dates for its live virtual training classes. The A. O. Smith University schedule changes from month-to-month, offering sessions on a variety of topics, including residential, commercial, tankless and heat pump water heaters. March classes will include the following: March 3, 8:00 A.M. CST Read more
A. O. Smith, a leader in water heating and treatment, announces March dates for its live virtual training classes. The A. O. Smith University schedule changes from month-to-month, offering sessions on a variety of topics, including residential, commercial, tankless and heat pump water heaters.
March classes will include the following:
- March 3, 8:00 A.M. CST Contractor Live Show Heat Pump
- March 3, 10:00 A.M. CST Contractor Live Show Heat Pump
- March 8, 8:00 A.M. CST Residential Training Heat Pump
- March 9, 8:00 A.M. CST Commercial Training Commercial Electric
- March 10, 8:00 A.M. CST Tankless Training Application, How it Works, Troubleshooting
- March 17, 8:00 A.M. CST Contractor Live Show Light Duty Commercial Electric
- March 17, 10:00A.M.CST Contractor Live Show Light Duty Commercial Electric
- March 22, 8:00 A.M. CST Residential Training Residential Gas and Power Vent
- March 23, 8:00 A.M. CST Commercial Training Commercial Gas
- March 24, 8:00 A.M. CST Tankless Water Heating Training Multiple Heater Installations
- March 31, 8:00 A.M. CST Contractor Live Show Medium Duty Commercial Electric
- March 31, 10:00 A.M.CST Contractor Live Show Medium Duty Commercial Electric
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, most classes have shifted to a virtual learning format. Thanks to the state-of-the-art broadcast studio located in Ashland City, instructors can provide real-time, full-scope demonstrations on a range of A. O. Smith products. Attendees continue to receive the benefit of hands-on training in this virtual environment.
“We’re kicking off our March class schedule with a focus on heat pump water heaters,” said Jason Leonard, A. O. Smith marketing technology and training manager. “With continually evolving government regulations and mandates around decarbonization and electrification, these units are becoming increasingly popular with our customers. At A. O. Smith, we strive to ensure that our contractors have the proper resources and training available to them so they’re comfortable addressing current needs in the field.”
A. O. Smith has two state-of-the-art training facilities, located in Ashland City and Johnson City, Tennessee, which held primarily virtual training sessions over the past two years with more than 130,000 combined participants. Both facilities are utilized to train technicians, contractors, and product representatives on a variety of products and topics.
Classes are taught on a two way meeting platform, and there is a 50-person cap placed on all sessions to ensure participants have a high level of engagement with instructors, as well as the opportunity to ask questions. This approach helps maintain A. O. Smith University’s focus on techniques and skills to help grow contractors’ careers.
To view the full class schedule, visit www.university.hotwater.com/virtual-campus.
A. O. Smith, a leader in water heater manufacturing, announces the launch of In Our Element, a monthly live talk show. Hosted by A. O. Smith Senior Technical Trainer, Jerry Winslett, the show will highlight news from A. O. Smith, offer service tips, discuss industry topics, answer common product questions and more. “This show will Read more
A. O. Smith, a leader in water heater manufacturing, announces the launch of In Our Element, a monthly live talk show. Hosted by A. O. Smith Senior Technical Trainer, Jerry Winslett, the show will highlight news from A. O. Smith, offer service tips, discuss industry topics, answer common product questions and more.
“This show will help us connect with our customers in a new way,” said Winslett. “By providing additional opportunities to expand their knowledge of A. O. Smith products and important industry topics, we’re hoping the show will help them make more informed decisions out in the field.”
In Our Element will premiere on Monday, Feb. 28 at 1 p.m. CST, and will be hosted live on the
A. O. Smith YouTube page. The premiere episode will feature A. O. Smith Marketing Director, Jeff Storie, and will discuss marketing in the water heating industry.
“We’re constantly striving to find new ways to further develop the relationships we have with our customers – especially in a digital format – and we hope this show will do just that,” said Winslett.
Each episode will run roughly 30 minutes and will feature a new topic and guest star. Topics will include industry news, product launches, resources and more. The second episode will run on Friday, March 25 at 1 p.m. CST, and will feature A. O. Smith Technical Trainer, Kenneth Ezzell, who will highlight A. O. Smith University.
Visit the A. O. Smith YouTube page and subscribe to the channel to be notified of future shows and view other content. For more information on A. O. Smith and its products, visit www.hotwater.com.
Tankless Units Offer Consistent Hot Water for Transitional Housing Tiny Home Community A. O. Smith, a leader in water heater manufacturing, recently donated 24 tankless water heaters valued at over $25,000 to House of Hope Village, a community of highly efficient tiny homes which will provide temporary, dignified transitional housing to community members in need Read more
Tankless Units Offer Consistent Hot Water for Transitional Housing Tiny Home Community
A. O. Smith, a leader in water heater manufacturing, recently donated 24 tankless water heaters valued at over $25,000 to House of Hope Village, a community of highly efficient tiny homes which will provide temporary, dignified transitional housing to community members in need.
The project, which broke ground mid-September 2020, is located in Florence, South Carolina. On September 30, House of Hope Village unveiled the first four completed homes set to accommodate members of the community in need of transitional housing. The ribbon cutting event hosted guests from House of Hope, A. O. Smith, key donors, city council members and local media outlets. Bryan Braddock, executive director of House of Hope offered remarks and announced the collective gifts and donations will allow them to complete the project fully funded. The project is valued at a cost of $1.7 million dollars.
“We are so grateful to A. O. Smith for the donation of tankless water heaters for each of the homes in Hope Village. This product donation alleviates a large portion of costs for each home, and also provides consistent, clean, hot water for our residents. A. O. Smith offered us the first in-kind donation of this magnitude and truly set a trend for other companies to get involved,” said Bryan Braddock, executive director at House of Hope. “Hope Village aims to provide transitional housing and educational opportunities for families in our community, offering them a chance to stay together under one roof and create a new path for a brighter future.”
Eyeing a December 2021 completion date, House of Hope Village will be a fully outfitted community ideal for families. The development will feature a community center, laundry center, privacy and security fence, gated access, playground, garden boxes, 24-hour security, landscaping, and more. All of these amenities are thanks to a variety of local and national donors, including A. O. Smith.
“Clean, hot, healthy water is essential for any family, and House of Hope has created a great opportunity for A. O. Smith to help the Florence community through donating these units to such an amazing cause,” said Nick Grady, fabrication product manager at A. O. Smith. “A. O. Smith’s tankless water heaters provide consistent, reliable, and efficient hot water and it is our hope these units will assist in easing the transition of those who reside in House of Hope Village, as well as cut down on energy consumption and utility bill costs.”
A.O. Smith’s donation will help bring hot water on demand to the residents of Hope Village. While tankless units are excellent space-savers for these tiny homes, they also offer a variety of other benefits that will help Hope Village in the long run.
Running a tiny home village like Hope Village comes at a cost, but because tankless water heaters run at a higher efficiency than a traditional storage tank water heater, they decrease utility costs. Additionally, tankless water heaters have a longer life span, which will greatly benefit House of Hope’s long-term costs.
To learn more about A. O. Smith products visit www.hotwater.com and to learn more about House of Hope, visit https://hofh.org.