Ashland City, Tenn. – Leading water heater manufacturer A.
O. Smith has
announced the launch of its newest hybrid electric water heater, the Voltex®
50-Gallon Heat Pump, as an extension of the existing Voltex line.
As
an ENERGY STAR® qualified product, the 50-gallon Voltex is the most
energy-efficient heat pump water heater on the market. With an energy factor of
2.75, homeowners can save an average of $350 per year compared with standard
electric models. The Voltex is truly user friendly, with an easy to use
electronic interface, multiple operating modes to meet homeowner needs and
quiet operation.
This
new residential product meets plumbing code regulations for three bedroom homes
with a 67.5 gallon first-hour delivery. Further benefits include a washable and
reusable air filter and a SmartPort connection that allows homeowners to
connect with future home management and utility smart grid applications.
“A.
O. Smith prides itself on being the leader in the industry,” said A. O. Smith
Marketing Director David Chisolm, “and we strive to provide the best technology
on the market. Conserving energy and saving money is important to our
customers, which makes the 50-gallon Voltex Heat Pump Water Heater a great
choice for residential application.”