Rinnai established its US operations in 1974 and introduced Tankless Water Heating to the North American Market in 2000.  In 2017 the company announced aggressive growth plans in the United States including the expansion of its Corporate Headquarters, the opening of a state-of-the-art Innovation Center, and plans to begin Manufacturing; all in the state of Georgia.  Just eight months later the company announced it had moved into a temporary facility in Griffin, Georgiaand had manufactured its first tankless water heater in the United States with long term plans of building a new 300,000 square foot manufacturing facility, also in Griffin, Georgia.  The company continues to make significant investments in expanding its operations and product portfolio, focusing on its brand promise of Creating a Healthier Way of Living®.

DOMESTIC GROWTH IN GEORGIA

Rinnai conducted a comprehensive search to determine where its domestic growth investments would take place and ultimately decided to remain in the state of Georgia.  The decision included a training partnership with Georgia Quick Start and Southern Crescent Technical College.

"We're proud to have a global company like Rinnai doing business in Peachtree Cityand in Griffin, and I want to thank Rinnai for continuing to grow their North American footprint right here in Georgia," said Governor Kemp. "Rinnai's continued investment in Georgia is a testament to our unmatched workforce training programs, pro-business environment, and unparalleled logistics network, and I look forward to working together as they continue creating opportunities for hardworking Georgians."

"The State of Georgia has been a true partner in helping Rinnai America in opening our first manufacturing site in North America," said Frank Windsor, President of Rinnai America Corporation. "We look forward to partnering with them in the years to come as we grow our business in the Americas."

THE BUILDING AND DESIGN

The new 300,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility in Griffin, Georgia will manufacture the company's residential and commercial water heating solutions, as well as future additions to the company's product portfolio as it seeks to expand its product offerings in North America.  "By establishing a world class manufacturing facility in Griffin, Rinnai will be well positioned to provide our customers with high quality products and services.  The growing partnership with the Griffin community is key to Rinnai's success now, and in the future," said Derrick Black, VP of Operations, Rinnai America Corporation.