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  • About

    Ruud Heating, Cooling & Water Heating More than 100 years ago, Edwin Ruud, a Norwegian mechanical engineer, came to America and developed the first successful automatic water heater. That early success marked the beginning of a tradition of innovation and value that led to the introduction of RUUD heating and air conditioning equipment in the 1950s. Since then, the RUUD has grown into one of North America's largest manufacturers of quality heating, cooling and water heating products for resi…