Lennox Starts March 16 Dealer Orders for Water Heaters via Ariston JV
Lennox will open dealer orders for water heaters on March 16 through a joint venture with Ariston Group, marking its North American market entry. The lineup features heavy-gauge steel tanks with PermaClad™ lining, energy-efficient heat pump models and smart controls via the Lennox Home platform.
1. Joint Venture Launch
Lennox and Ariston Group formed a joint venture to enter the North American residential water heating market, with dealer orders opening March 16. This marks Lennox’s first water heater offering, leveraging Ariston’s global heating technology and Lennox’s dealer network to expand its home comfort portfolio.
2. Product Features and Innovations
Lennox water heaters feature heavy-gauge steel construction, PermaClad™ glass lining, anode rods with SediMotion™ sediment reduction, FillSafe Protection™ and Lennox Lock™ for enhanced durability. The heat pump models deliver high efficiency, quiet operation and integrate with the Lennox Home platform for remote monitoring and control.
3. Dealer Integration and Market Implications
Dealers can now bundle HVAC systems with water heaters, creating upsell opportunities and a unified comfort solution. Expanded product range aims to drive incremental sales and support Lennox’s strategy to offer a comprehensive home comfort ecosystem.