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Air2O Honored at Governor's Celebration of Innovation

In a prestigious event held in Phoenix, Arizona, Air2O has been awarded the title of Arizona Small Company Innovator of the Year at the 2024 Governor's Celebration of Innovation. This recognition comes as a testament to Air2O's pioneering work in thermal management technologies, specifically developed for large-scale industrial facilities such as data centers, semiconductor fabrication plants, lithium-ion battery production sites, and indoor agriculture environments.

Mike Sullivan, the CEO of Air2O, expressed pride in receiving this recognition, stating, "Air2O is a pioneer in the development of thermal management technologies particularly suited to cooling large-scale facilities. It is an honor to be recognized for the work our team does on behalf of some of the world’s leading manufacturers and agricultural producers."

The award ceremony, supported by the Arizona Technology Council in collaboration with the Arizona Commerce Authority, aims to highlight significant technological achievements within the state. Steven G. Zylstra, president and CEO of the Arizona Technology Council and SciTech Institute, emphasized the importance of innovation in Arizona’s developmental journey towards becoming a global leader in advanced technologies. Zylstra remarked, "Air2O exemplifies the innovative spirit we are cultivating in Arizona as we continue to develop our state into an internationally recognized leader in cutting-edge technologies."

Air2O specializes in creating thermal management solutions that endure a variety of challenging conditions, including extreme temperatures and humidity levels. Tom Sullivan, the COO, shared insights about their operation, saying, "Our thermal management solutions must meet exacting standards in some of the harshest conditions, from extreme cold to extreme heat and ultra-low humidity. As such, every unit we build is, to a great extent, custom. That puts innovation front and center, as we are continually called upon to solve the unique challenges associated with every microclimate within the exacting tolerances required by precision-driven manufacturing, technology operations, and agriculture."

The company further aims to contribute to environmental sustainability by focusing on providing efficient thermal management systems that are ecologically sound. Mike Sullivan emphasized their mission, stating, "We’re dedicated to making the world a cooler, greener, and more sustainable place. It’s our mission to deliver unique solutions for highly efficient, ecologically sound thermal management systems. We take pride in supporting and educating engineers in Arizona and around the world on how to maximize energy efficiency and sustainability by design."

As a subsidiary of the Eren Groupe, Air2O supports various industries with its advanced thermal solutions. The company is instrumental in ensuring that critical facilities, including those for agriculture, data management, and high-tech manufacturing sectors, maintain regulated temperatures and humidity levels to enhance operational efficiency and safety.

Through their innovative approach and dedication to excellence, Air2O continues to lead the charge in thermal technology, proving to be a significant player in Arizona's emerging tech landscape. As they forge ahead, the company remains committed to its foundations of innovation, sustainability, and customer service in the ever-evolving industrial sector.