ATLANTA — Rheem Manufacturing Co. kicked off the new year with the launch of its 100th anniversary celebration.

Rheem attributes its legacy of success to its nearly 14,000 dedicated employees, its commitment to customers and industry partners, and an entrepreneurial drive that has made the company a global leader in the HVACR marketplace, a press release from the company said. Events to mark the centennial will run through 2025.

“As we celebrate Rheem’s 100th anniversary, we reflect on the incredible journey that has brought us to this moment — a journey fueled by innovation, dedication, and the strong relationships we’ve built with our customers, partners, and employees. From the early aspirations of our founders through our evolution as a global leader in sustainable water-heating and HVACR solutions, Rheem’s success is a direct result of the values that have guided us for nearly a century,” said CEO Chris Peel. “As we look to the future, we are excited about the contributions we will make to help shape the next 100 years of progress in our industry to build on Rheem’s legacy.”

Rheem’s history dates back to 1925, when the Rheem brothers, Richard and Donald, founded the company in California to manufacture steel drums, barrels, and other metal products in a plant that became renowned for its cutting-edge technology. One innovation led to the next until the company became synonymous in the HVACR industry with breakthrough solutions and technological advancement, the press release said.

Rheem has planned celebrations around the globe to mark its centennial. Events will include the sealing of a time capsule, filled with memorabilia, that is slated to be opened in 2050.

Rheem’s newly launched 100^th anniversary microsite will capture Rheem’s 100 years of innovation. Visitors will be able to glean insight into Rheem’s history by way of vintage advertising, videos, and a showcase of past and current product innovations.