Corporate Overview
Home Comfort Solutions
With high-efficiency ratings and the latest innovative, mobile technology, our home heating and cooling equipment for the residential replacement and new construction markets in the United States and Canada provide the ultimate in comfort and climate control.
Our product lines include air conditioners, furnaces, heat pumps, comfort controls, and indoor air quality equipment.
Building Climate Solutions
We provide climate control and refrigeration systems for retail establishments, restaurants, schools, supermarkets, office buildings, and other commercial applications in North America. Products include packaged rooftop units, split systems, VRF and ductless, commercial controls, indoor air quality systems, coolers, condensing units, packaged systems, and related equipment.
Core Values and Guiding Behaviors
There is something in the air at Lennox. It is our culture – centered around our Core Values of Integrity, Respect, and Excellence, which have been part of our company’s success since our founding in 1895. To reinforce our Core Values, we defined a set of Guiding Behaviors that influence our daily actions and decisions to better serve our stakeholders.
Integrity
Makes others want to do business with us.
Respect
Builds our competitive advantage.
Excellence
Enables us to sustain elevated performance and profitable growth.
Innovation: A Legacy of Firsts at Lennox
In 1895, the world’s first riveted-steel furnace rolled off our assembly lines and we’ve been at it ever since —developing reliable, innovative heating and cooling systems to keep you comfortable.
18
95
Dave Lennox decided to sell the furnace business and was purchased by D.W. Norris, editor and publisher of the local newspaper.
He incorporated the operation as Lennox Furnace Company, and proceeded to sell 600 furnaces in the company's first year.
19
23
Lennox pioneers the introduction of a forced-air furnace for residential heating.
19
43
Lennie Lennox, Lennox's icon, came to life.
His image helped spread the word about the Lennox Furnace company during the 1940's and 50's.
19
52
Lennox establishes an international division with a facility in Basingstoke, England and sales offices and warehouses in Holland and Germany.
19
65
"Dave Lennox" appears in his first Lennox advertising campaign with L.A. actor Bill Tracy in the role.
19
73
Lennox develops and manufactures the industry's first high-efficiency gas furnaces.
19
84
Introduced first air conditioner to achieve 15 SEER efficiency rating
19
91
Lennox introduces CompleteHeat(TM), the first combination space and hot-water high-efficiency heating system by a major HVAC manufacturer.
19
96
Lennox International completes an Initial Public Offering becoming a public company on July 29, 1999.
20
03
Launched XC 25 with 26 SEER efficiency rating
20
16
Introduced PureAirS, whole-home air purification system
20
20
Introduced Model L, most energy-efficient rooftop unit
20
22
Launched new iComfort S40 thermostat with features including temperature and humidity controls and IAQ room sensors
Launched Enlight rooftop unit and heat pump line
19
04
Lennox expands for the first time, building a warehouse in Syracuse, New York. Two years later a factory is added.
19
35
During the war, the company's production included not only heating equipment for military use, but also parts for aircraft and bombs.
19
46
Lennox establishes operations in Canada and expands its product line with the introduction of residential central air-conditioning systems.
Lennox was the first to manufacture packaged direct multi-zone rooftop units for heating and cooling beginning in 1965.
19
72
Lennox develops the first two-speed hermetic compressor, making possible significant energy cost savings in residential and commercial air conditioning.
19
82
Lennox International Inc. is established
as the parent company for Lennox Industries Inc. and future acquisitions under the ownership of the Norris family.
19
88
Dallas Texas becomes the Lennox Corporate Headquarters.
19
94
The Beacon Control System eases installation and maintenance of refrigeration system problems.
19
99
LII Introduces HSX19, industry's quietest and most efficient air conditioner.
20
13
Launched iComfort S30 ultra-smart thermostat to help homeowners maximize air conditioning units
20
18
Launched high-efficiency ductless heat pumps
20
21
Launched SL25XPV heat pump
20
23
Cold climate heat pump launch
18
95
Dave Lennox decided to sell the furnace business and was purchased by D.W. Norris, editor and publisher of the local newspaper.
He incorporated the operation as Lennox Furnace Company, and proceeded to sell 600 furnaces in the company's first year.
19
04
Lennox expands for the first time, building a warehouse in Syracuse, New York. Two years later a factory is added.
19
23
Lennox pioneers the introduction of a forced-air furnace for residential heating.
19
35
During the war, the company's production included not only heating equipment for military use, but also parts for aircraft and bombs.
19
43
Lennie Lennox, Lennox's icon, came to life.
His image helped spread the word about the Lennox Furnace company during the 1940's and 50's.
19
46
Lennox establishes operations in Canada and expands its product line with the introduction of residential central air-conditioning systems.
Lennox was the first to manufacture packaged direct multi-zone rooftop units for heating and cooling beginning in 1965.
19
52
Lennox establishes an international division with a facility in Basingstoke, England and sales offices and warehouses in Holland and Germany.
19
65
"Dave Lennox" appears in his first Lennox advertising campaign with L.A. actor Bill Tracy in the role.
19
72
Lennox develops the first two-speed hermetic compressor, making possible significant energy cost savings in residential and commercial air conditioning.
19
73
Lennox develops and manufactures the industry's first high-efficiency gas furnaces.
19
82
Lennox International Inc. is established
as the parent company for Lennox Industries Inc. and future acquisitions under the ownership of the Norris family.
19
84
Introduced first air conditioner to achieve 15 SEER efficiency rating
19
88
Dallas Texas becomes the Lennox Corporate Headquarters.
19
91
Lennox introduces CompleteHeat(TM), the first combination space and hot-water high-efficiency heating system by a major HVAC manufacturer.
19
94
The Beacon Control System eases installation and maintenance of refrigeration system problems.
19
96
Lennox International completes an Initial Public Offering becoming a public company on July 29, 1999.
19
99
LII Introduces HSX19, industry's quietest and most efficient air conditioner.
20
03
Launched XC 25 with 26 SEER efficiency rating
20
13
Launched iComfort S30 ultra-smart thermostat to help homeowners maximize air conditioning units
20
16
Introduced PureAirS, whole-home air purification system
20
18
Launched high-efficiency ductless heat pumps
20
20
Introduced Model L, most energy-efficient rooftop unit
20
21
Launched SL25XPV heat pump
20
22
Launched new iComfort S40 thermostat with features including temperature and humidity controls and IAQ room sensors
Launched Enlight rooftop unit and heat pump line
20
23
Cold climate heat pump launch
Our Leadership
Meet the team that is working together to deliver results that build on the company’s rich history of sustainability, innovation and performance.