Core Insights - AAON, Inc. has successfully completed the laboratory evaluation phase of the U.S. Department of Energy's Commercial Building HVAC Technology Challenge with its Alpha Class EXTREME SERIES packaged rooftop unit, featuring true simultaneous dual fuel capability [1] - The EXTREME SERIES operates efficiently at temperatures as low as -20°F, surpassing the DOE Challenge requirement of -10°F, and provides more heating capacity at low ambient temperatures than any other product on the market [1] - The product is AHRI certified and designed around the upcoming AHRI 1340 performance standard, making it suitable for retrofitting existing commercial buildings without requiring a complete infrastructure overhaul [1] Product Features - The Alpha Class EXTREME SERIES is available in sizes ranging from 3 to 40 tons and utilizes simultaneous dual fuel technology, allowing the air source heat pump to serve as the primary heating source, with a natural gas furnace as a supplement under extreme conditions [1] - This technology differentiates the EXTREME SERIES from competitors that can only operate either the heat pump or the natural gas furnace independently [1] - The product has been field-proven in commercial buildings across North America, including installations in Canada [1] Company Background - AAON, founded in 1988, is a leader in HVAC solutions for commercial and industrial indoor environments, emphasizing high performance and energy efficiency [1] - The company is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and has invested in American engineering and infrastructure, including the Norman Asbjornson Innovation Center, which is capable of testing HVAC equipment under extreme conditions [1] - AAON's commitment to American manufacturing distinguishes it from competitors that have shifted production internationally [1]