A. O. Smith Launches MiniBot®, Redefines Instant Water Heater Category

Bangalore, August 19, 2020: Taking a step forward in providing consumers with the best-in-class products, A. O. Smith, the world’s largest manufacturer of water heaters has announced the launch of MiniBot®, a 3-liter instant water heater with a unique design and a cutting edge technology.

Commenting on the launch, Parag Kulkarni, Managing Director, A. O. Smith India, said “A. O. Smith is again raising the bar in the instant water heater category with this launch and redefining the standards in the instant water heaters category. This is yet another testimony of our unwavering commitment towards customer value creation through relevant innovation and technology leadership.”

A.O. Smith MiniBot

A unique offering, MiniBot® is the only instant water heater with the Blue Diamond® glass lining for the inner tank and enables superior corrosion resistance compared to the conventional glass-lined products. It also protects against premature tank failure caused by the hard and contaminated water commonly found in India and extends the life of the water heater. The incoloy heating element is protected by glass coating to prevent scale formation and extend the life of the heating element, even in the toughest water conditions. It also comes with an 8-bar pressure rating, making it suitable for even high-rise buildings. The special grade titanium alloy steel with 2mm thickness used in the construction of the tank ensures superior strength. 

As a frontrunner in India’s water heater industry, A. O. Smith is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our customers. Catering to the growing trend of consumers looking for products that enhance their homes aesthetically, the compactly designed MiniBot® precisely fits this new norm that delivers quality and adds a style element to complement the interiors of modern bathrooms besides having key benefits for the consumers. The new offering is yet another testimony to our ability to build products which are backed by consumer insights,” added Parag.

A.O. Smith MiniBot

Backed by a deep understanding of the evolving consumer needs and strong global expertise, A.O. Smith has been the frontrunner of technology in water heating. A.O. Smith was recently recognized as “India’s Most Trusted Water Heater Brand” in the Brand Trust Report. With the focus on being global leaders in water heaters, A. O. Smith celebrates more than 145 years of integrity, innovation, and most importantly customer satisfaction.

MiniBot® comes with a 5-year warranty on the inner tank and a 3-year extended warranty* on the glass- coated heating element. It comes with two power ratings, 3 KW, and 4.5 KW to enable superfast heating. It is available at all the leading electric, sanitary ware and modern retail outlets.

A.O. Smith MiniBot

About A. O. Smith

A. O. Smith Corporation, with headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA is a global leader applying innovative technology and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), the company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment and air purification products. For more information, visit www.aosmith.com

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