AO's current products are indeed OEM, mainly for cost reasons. Domestic production, both operation and production costs are controllable. At present, among imported gas water heaters, only the core in the forest is made in Japan and then imported to China.
Founded in 1874, A.O. Smith is one of the manufacturers of domestic and commercial hot water equipment, water purification and boilers in North America. From 65438 to 0998, A.O. Smith established China headquarters in Nanjing, and has now built three super production R&D bases, and established a modern management system integrating R&D, production, sales and service. Products span two major fields: household products include AI-LiNK professional cold, warm and feng shui integration system, water heater, central domestic hot water, heating stove, water purifier, cooker, central air conditioner, central domestic water purifier and air purifier, and commercial products include water heater, hot water boiler and water purifier. Over the years, around the user experience, A.O. Smith insists on localized innovation, overcomes industry problems, creates new values and services for users, and sets an example of brand and value.