RHEEM UNVEILS ENERGY-SAVING POWERED DAMPER TECHNOLOGY THAT MEETS ENERGY STAR® PHASE II CRITERIA

A less expensive alternative to water heater condensing technology, the new dampers automatically retain the heat in the flue after the burner shuts down, cutting standby heat losses.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (NOVEMBER 16, 2010) — Rheem Water Heating has unveiled a new, more energy-efficient damper design on select residential gas-fired models, enabling them to achieve an Energy Factor (EF) from 0.67 to 0.69, depending on the model. As a result, these water heaters meet the minimum 0.67 EF requirement of ENERGY STAR® Phase II, which went into effect on September 1. The new powered damper should be available by mid-December on both the Professional and Fury series of residential gas-fired water heaters under the Rheem and Ruud labels.

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RHEEM TO SHOWCASE ARRAY OF INNOVATIVE, EFFICIENT HEATING, COOLING AND WATER HEATING PRODUCTS AT AHR EXPO 2011

Company debuts industry-first commercial hybrid heat recovery water heating system and highlights several recently launched HVAC, water heating and integrated technologies

ATLANTA (JANUARY 31, 2011) — At the AHR Expo 2011, Rheem Manufacturing Company is showcasing a variety of technologically advanced and highly efficient heating, cooling and water heating products, and debuting an industry-first commercial hybrid air and water product. The company will be exhibiting in the largest exhibit space at the AHR Expo 2011, #C1337, in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

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RHEEM UNVEILS NEW LOOK FOR ITS BRAND, PRODUCTS

Company undertakes substantial rebranding initiative including new product development, revamped product design, an entirely new tradeshow exhibit design and operational enhancements

ATLANTA (Jan. 28, 2011) – Rheem Manufacturing Company is excited to demonstrate the future of integrated air and water technology in both the HVAC and water heating industries at the AHR Expo 2011 in Las Vegas beginning on Monday, Jan. 31, and running through Wednesday, Feb. 2. Rheem will unveil its new brand identity and numerous redesigned products.

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