ProTerra® Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater

ProTerra®, industry’s most efficient water heater is now easier to install and service Rheem®, a leading global manufacturer of water heating and HVACR solutions, has announced design upgrades to its award-winning ProTerra® Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater line. The new design enhancements significantly reduce installation time for ProTerra – the most efficient hybrid electric water heater Read more

ProTerra®, industry’s most efficient water heater is now easier to install and service

Rheem®, a leading global manufacturer of water heating and HVACR solutions, has announced design upgrades to its award-winning ProTerra® Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater line. The new design enhancements significantly reduce installation time for ProTerra – the most efficient hybrid electric water heater on the market.

“Building off the success of the ProTerra line, we have collaborated with a team of plumbers to add features that create a fast and flexible installation for the contractor, which result in additional cost savings for homeowners,” said James Courtney, director of product management, Rheem Manufacturing.

Available in 40-, 50-, 65- and 80-gallon sizes, the ProTerra models include quick install elements such as new top-of-the-tank water connections and a duct-ready design. Built-in Demand-Response-Ready EcoPort™ and Wi-Fi powered by Rheem’s EcoNet® technology provide additional smart features. The built-in LeakGuard™ system helps protect homes with a 360 degree leak detection and auto water shut-off valve.

ENERGY STAR® 5.0 certified, ProTerra uses up to 75% less energy compared to a standard electric water heater and qualifies for available local rebates and up to $2,000 in tax credits. Consumers can refer to the savings calculator https://www.rheem.com/hybrid-electric-heat-pump-water-heater-savings-calculator/ to learn more about saving with Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heaters.

Company Recognized for Industry Leadership and Product Development Rheem®, a leading global manufacturer of water heating and HVACR products, is being recognized for innovation and product design by the IoT Breakthrough Awards and the Good Design Awards. Rheem received “Overall Company of the Year” designation from the IoT Breakthrough Awards, which provides market intelligence and Read more

Company Recognized for Industry Leadership and Product Development

Rheem®, a leading global manufacturer of water heating and HVACR products, is being recognized for innovation and product design by the IoT Breakthrough Awards and the Good Design Awards.

Rheem received “Overall Company of the Year” designation from the IoT Breakthrough Awards, which provides market intelligence and recognition programs in technology such as Artificial Intelligence, CyberSecurity, Digital Health and FinTech, as well as IoT.

“The IoT awards programs spotlight the ‘breakthrough’ leaders in the world’s most competitive  categories of technology,” said Christopher Freeman, Senior Manager of Smart Products at Rheem. “This is an area that receives a high volume of nominations, which makes the honor particularly significant and rewarding for our team at Rheem.”

Rheem’s Global Air Division earned two Good Design Awards. Rheem Classic Plus® Series System won in the Building Materials category while Rheem Renaissance™ 3-6 Ton Commercial HVAC units received recognition in the Industrial category. The Rheem Classic Plus Series System units offer solutions for homeowner challenges such as small spaces, excess noise, and outdated energy use, ensuring access to high-quality air. Rheem Renaissance 3-6 Ton Commercial HVAC units offer heating and cooling solutions that suit customer’s business needs, design and application requirements.

“We are honored that the Good Design Awards included Rheem in its selection of best products,” said Chris Day, Vice President Product Strategy and Engineering, Rheem Air Division. “It is important recognition for our team members who work diligently to innovate and ensure that our products are leaders in the world marketplace.”

Additionally, Rheem’s Water Heating Division’s ProTerra® Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater earned a Good Design Award in the Building Materials category. ProTerra combines unparalleled efficiency, first-of-its-kind innovations for the category, and easy serviceability features packed into an aesthetically pleasing design.