(OBI BASX team | Photo courtesy of BASX)
BASX, a leading name in the HVAC industry, was honored to participate in the prestigious Oregon Business & Industry (OBI) Manufacturing Roadshow on October 3. The event provided a unique opportunity for key stakeholders, including staff from Oregon State agencies, government representatives, business leaders, college representatives and more, to tour BASX’s state-of-the-art HVAC manufacturing facility.
BASX has long been recognized for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and the highest quality manufacturing standards in the HVAC industry. OBI’s event served as a platform to showcase BASX’s on-going dedication to excellence in sustainability and to shape the future of HVAC technology.
The OBI Manufacturing Roadshow attendees were treated to a guided tour of BASX’s HVAC Manufacturing Facility, where they witnessed the meticulous craftsmanship and precision that goes into every product. Highlights of the tour included state-of-the-art fabrication equipment, such as the Salvagnini laser cutting machines. BASX remains at the forefront of HVAC innovation, with products that are engineered to meet and exceed the highest industry standards.
Dave Benson, co-founder and chairman of BASX, discussed the company’s physical growth in Central Oregon which currently totals approximately 360,000 square feet across several locations throughout Redmond and Prineville. Benson also talked about the company’s employee growth since 2014. BASX was acquired by AAON in December of 2021 and with AAON’s continued support, BASX has grown to more than 600 permanent and temporary staff members and is still growing. BASX is committed to workforce development and partnerships with local educational institutions for career opportunities within the HVAC industry.
The event concluded with a Q&A session where attendees had the chance to engage with BASX experts, fostering dialogue about the future of manufacturing, technological advancements, and employment growth within the HVAC sector.
BASX extends its gratitude to Oregon Business & Industry for organizing this collaborative educational event and to all the attendees for their interest in our mission to redefine HVAC manufacturing for a more sustainable tomorrow.
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