Global water technology leader A. O. Smith Corporation has announced the completion of its acquisition of Leonard Valve, a trusted name in water temperature control and boiler management systems. The acquisition supports A. O. Smith’s continued expansion in advanced water management and digital control solutions worldwide.
The move strengthens A. O. Smith’s ability to deliver safe, precise, and energy-efficient water systems—solutions that are especially critical for Philippine hospitals, schools, universities, hotels, resorts, and industrial facilities, where consistent water temperature and safety standards are essential.
“This acquisition enhances our capabilities in water management and digital technologies,” said Steve Shafer, President and CEO of A. O. Smith. “By integrating Leonard Valve’s expertise, we can better serve commercial and institutional customers with complete, reliable, and intelligent water solutions.”
Founded in 1911 and based in Rhode Island, USA, Leonard Valve specializes in thermostatic mixing valves, digital temperature control systems, and monitoring devices used in high-demand environments. Combined with its Heat-Timer boiler control systems, the brand is widely used in healthcare and institutional facilities to ensure scald prevention, regulatory compliance, and energy efficiency.
For the Philippine market, this means broader access to globally proven technologies that support:
- Hospital and healthcare safety standards
- Energy-efficient boiler and hot water systems
- Smart monitoring for large buildings and resorts
- Long-term reliability in tropical operating conditions
“We are excited to join A. O. Smith,” said David Brakenwagen, President of Leonard Valve. “Together, we can invest further in technology and people, expand our digital and thermostatic mixing solutions, and deliver more integrated systems to customers worldwide.”