“Our employees have made A. O. Smith what it is today — everyone has had an impact on our legacy,” said Kevin Wheeler, chairman and CEO at A.O. Smith.

The company is planning celebrations for its shareholders, associates, customers, and partners that will continue throughout the year, leading up to the official anniversary date of Tuesday, November 12.

Charles Armstrong, the current chairman, underscored the company’s dedication to innovation, customer satisfaction, and environmental sustainability.

“We are thrilled to reach this incredible milestone of 75 years in business. Our collective effort as a team has led to the company’s success over the past 75 years,” said Brian Estes, company president.

More than 600 attendees joined the celebration as the company handed out 27 sales awards. Manufacturers’ representative Hactech won the highest sales award for both Addison and United CoolAir.

More than 130,000 Danfoss Turbocor compressors have been installed around the world.

Cambridge Air Solutions was founded as Cambridge Engineering in 1963 by brothers Jack and Fred Kramer, then rebranded in 2020.

Heat-flo specializes in the design and manufacturing of stainless-steel water heaters and storage tanks, serving a diverse range of industries.

Ridgid has had a manufacturing presence in Ohio since the company was founded in 1923. The 27-acre complex in Elyria is the world headquarters for the brand’s operation and the company’s hub for innovation.

Over the course of its history, Red Cap has received multiple awards, including a “Best of the Bay” award for being one of the top home-services companies in the Tampa area.