AAON Selects a Lower Global Warming Potential R-454B Refrigerant to Replace R-410A in its Product Lines

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AAON, Inc. (NASDAQ: AAON) has announced a shift to the lower Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerant R-454B, replacing R-410A in its HVAC products. This transition is expected to start by the end of Q3 2023, ahead of environmental regulation phase-out dates. R-454B boasts a GWP of 466, promoting reduced environmental impact and aligning with future refrigerant regulations. The change also requires minimal redesign costs due to similar properties to R-410A. AAON continues its commitment to sustainable HVAC solutions, positioning itself as a leader in environmentally friendly equipment.

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• Transitioning to R-454B refrigerant indicates a commitment to sustainability.
• The shift aligns with future refrigerant regulations, ensuring compliance.
• R-454B's properties similar to R-410A will reduce redesign costs and time.

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TULSA, Okla., Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AAON, Inc. (NASDAQ: AAON), a leader in innovation and production of premium-quality, high-performance, and energy-efficient HVAC products for commercial, and industrial buildings, announces that it has selected the lower Global Warming Potential (GWP) R-454B refrigerant, replacing R-410A in its products.

AAON anticipates it will begin using R-454B refrigerant in select products by the end of the third quarter of 2023 and will transition the full product line to the lower GWP refrigerant well before the anticipated refrigerant regulation phase-out dates.

“After testing and evaluation, AAON selected R-454B for a variety of reasons. R-454B has a low 466 GWP, which results in less overall impact on the environment and potentially has a longer useful life against future refrigerant regulations,” said Brent Stockton, AAON Director of Engineering. “Capacity and refrigerant properties are also similar to R-410A, meaning the changeover will require less time and lower the cost to redesign our products.”

“AAON manufactures the most sustainable equipment in the commercial HVAC industry,” said Gary Fields, AAON President and CEO. “We are committed to providing our customers with the best solutions to meet the ever-evolving environmental regulations.”

About AAON

Founded in 1988, AAON is a leader in HVAC solutions for commercial and industrial indoor environments. The company’s industry-leading approach to designing and manufacturing highly configurable equipment to meet exact needs creates a premier ownership experience with greater efficiency, performance and long-term value. AAON is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where its world-class innovation center and testing lab allows AAON engineers to continuously push boundaries and advance the industry. AAON’s culture of innovation empowers its team to deliver solutions that lead to a cleaner and more sustainable future.

Contact Information:
Eric Taylor
Product Marketing Manager
(918) 583-2266
Email: marketing@aaon.com

FAQ

When will AAON start using R-454B refrigerant?

AAON plans to start using R-454B refrigerant by the end of the third quarter of 2023.

What is the Global Warming Potential (GWP) of R-454B?

R-454B has a GWP of 466, which is lower than R-410A.

How does R-454B impact AAON's product design?

The properties of R-454B are similar to R-410A, which means the transition will require less time and lower costs for product redesign.

Why is AAON switching refrigerants?

AAON is switching to R-454B to reduce its environmental impact and comply with future refrigerant regulations.