Bangalore : Taking a step forward in providing consumers with best-in-class products, A. O. Smith, the world’s largest manufacturer of water heaters has announced the launch of MiniBot®, a 3-litre instant water heater with a unique design and cutting edge technology.

Commenting on the launch, Parag Kulkarni, managing director, A. O. Smith India, said “A. O. Smith is again raising the bar in instant water heater category with this launch and redefining the standards in the instant water heaters category. This is yet another testimony of our unwavering commitment towards customer value creation through relevant innovation and technology leadership.”

A unique offering, MiniBot® is the only instant water heater with the Blue Diamond® glass lining for the inner tank and enables superior corrosion resistance compared to conventional glass-lined products. It also protects against premature tank failure caused by the hard and contaminated water commonly found in India and extends the life of water heater. The incoloy heating element is protected by glass coating to prevent scale formation and extend the life of heating element, even in the toughest water conditions. It also comes with an 8-bar pressure rating, making it suitable for even high-rise buildings. The special grade titanium alloy steel with 2mm thickness used in the construction of tank ensures superior strength.

As a frontrunner in India’s water heater industry, A. O. Smith is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our customers. Catering to the growing trend of consumers looking for products that enhance their homes aesthetically, the compactly designed MiniBot® precisely fits this new norm that delivers quality and adds a style element to complement the interiors of modern bathrooms besides having key benefits to the consumers. The new offering is yet another testimony to our ability to build products which are backed by consumer insights,” added Parag.

Backed by a deep understanding of evolving consumer needs and our strong global expertise, A.O. Smith has been the frontrunner of technology in water heating. A.O. Smith was recently recognized as “India’s Most Trusted Water Heater Brand” in the Brand Trust Report. With the focus on being global leaders in water heaters, A. O. Smith celebrates more than 145 years of integrity, innovation and most importantly customer satisfaction.

MiniBot® comes with a 5-year warranty on the inner tank and a 3-year extended warranty* on the glass- coated heating element. It comes with two power rating, 3 KW and 4.5 KW to enable superfast heating. It is available at all leading electric, sanitary ware and modern retail outlets.