OUR COMPANY
We're Pushing Boundaries
AAON provides highly configurable HVAC solutions that answer customer-specific needs in any commercial or industrial environment. We are committed to driving the industry forward through the design, manufacturing, and rigorous testing of premium HVAC equipment.
Our Values
DEMONSTRATE GREAT MORAL CHARACTER
Show integrity and high ethical standards
GIVE YOUR VERY BEST
Exhibit a strong work ethic and positive attitude
EMPOWER TEAM MEMBERS
Work with one another to build high-performing teams
INNOVATE AND PUSH BOUNDARIES
Exemplify our “we can” spirit
PROMOTE A SAFE, RESPECTFUL ENVIRONMENT
Honor our diversity with inclusion, appreciation and attentiveness
The Beginning
The history of AAON extends back to 1988 when our founder Norm Asbjornson decided to create a business that designs and produces highly configurable HVAC equipment that excelled in performance relative to the market.
Cutting-edge innovation and engineering were the primary focus since day one. This foundation supported the company’s growth in its early days and is just as important today.
Over the last 35 years, we have grown from a modest start-up to a publicly-traded industry leader with more than 3,000 employees and four facilities across the United States.
With nearly 2 million square feet and the world's most capable HVAC testing laboratory, our engineers are empowered to ask "what if" and advance what's possible.
From Niche to Mainstream
Secular trends related to decarbonization and indoor air quality are leading to a shift in demand from standard equipment to more capable, highly sophisticated equipment that is more energy efficient while providing cleaner air quality.
As a result, more customers are asking for the "sustainable innovation" that AAON has been providing since day one.
Although sustainable innovation will always come at a premium, our years of experience creating the most efficient automated production operations enables us to deliver the highest quality equipment at a very attractive price.
Timeline of Success
AAON, an Oklahoma corporation, was founded.
Purchase of John Zink Air Conditioning Division.
AAON purchased, renovated, and moved into a 184,000 square foot plant in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Introduced a new product line of rooftop heating and air conditioning units 2-140 tons.
AAON yearly shipments exceed $100 million.
Received U.S. patent for Dimple Heat Exchanger Tube.
AAON RQ Series win ACHR News Dealer Design award.
AAON RN Series rooftop unit named 2010 Product of the Year - Silver by Consulting-Specifying Engineer Magazine.
AAON Breaks Ground on New Facility in Longview.
AAON Opens Norman Asbjornson Innovation Center.
Founder Norman H. Asbjornson Transitions to Executive Chairman. Gary D. Fields assumes new role as CEO.
AAON RN Series with Variable Speed Compressors voted “Most Valuable Product”.
AAON exceeds $500 million in sales.
AAON introduces new low ambient air-source heat pump rooftop units.
AAON introduces the AAON Mobile Experience tour trailer.
AAON RZ Series Rooftop Unit named "Product of the Year" by readers of Consulting-Specifying Engineer magazine.
BASX Solutions acquisition closed.