John Hazen White, Jr.
Executive Chairman, Taco Family of Companies
Taking over from his father in the early 1990s, John Hazen White, Jr.’s impact on Taco has resulted in dramatic company expansion over the years. Through strategic acquisitions and organic growth, Taco’s product line now encompasses controls and systems, high-efficiency circulators, variable speed pumps, building management controls, and domestic hot water recirculation systems. In the past two years Taco has acquired two key pump manufacturers to grow its business: Hydroflo U.S.A., a manufacturer of vertical turbine pumps used in agricultural, irrigation and mining applications, and Askoll SEI, now Taco Italia, a leading manufacturer of high-efficiency pumps.
In his home state of RI, John Hazen White, Jr. is a respected and admired business leader, well known as a successful manufacturer and active supporter of good government measures and tax reform.
Taco is a community that strives to create and put forth products, solutions and people that will help make a better world.
Taco Company News
Taco Celebrates 50 Years of Innovation with the 007 Circulator
At Taco, we’re proud to mark a major milestone in our journey: 50 years of the iconic 007 circulator. Since its debut, the 007 has been the heartbeat of countless hydronic systems across North America, earning a reputation for its exceptional reliability,...
Taco Unveils New Manager Development Program (MDP)
For Immediate ReleaseKen Scannell, Taco Comfort Solutions401/942-8000; kensca@TacoComfort.comTaco proudly announces the launch of its innovative Manager Development Program (MDP), a transformative global initiative designed to cultivate leadership and foster...
Tony Furst Joins Taco Comfort Solutions as New Commercial Trainer
For Immediate ReleaseContact: John Vastyan, Common Ground717/664-0535; johnv@seekcg.comOrKen Scannell, Taco Comfort Solutions401/942-8000; kensca@TacoComfort.comTaco Comfort Solutions is pleased to announce the appointment of Tony Furst as its newest Commercial...
Taco Comfort Solutions Recognized for Support of the RPA
During the 2017 AHR Expo in Las Vegas, the Radiant Professionals Alliance (RPA) Social and Networking Event took place on the evening of Jan 31st at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. The occasion saw the presentation of the RPA's first “Lifetime Achievement...
Taco’s SmartPlug Wins AHR Expo Product of the Year
Taco Comfort Solutions' SmartPlug Instant Hot Water Control® has been awarded recognition as 2017 AHR Expo Product of the Year. After winning the Innovation Award/plumbing category, the SmartPlug was selected from among the award's 10 categories as Product of the...
Taco Comfort Solutions Wins Local Safety Award
Taco Comfort Solutions has earned the 2017 Excellence in Safety Performance & Records Award from Providence Business News, Rhode Island’s statewide business weekly.
Taco Celebrates 50 Years of Innovation with the 007 Circulator
At Taco, we’re proud to mark a major milestone in our journey: 50 years of the iconic 007 circulator. Since its debut, the 007 has been the heartbeat of countless hydronic systems across North America, earning a reputation for its exceptional reliability,...
Taco Employees, Friends & Family Gather to Celebrate the Life of John H. White, III
Love is Not a Big Enough Word Taco Employees, Friends & Family Gather to Celebrate the Life of John H. White, III Providence, RI – The first annual John Hazen White III Memorial Tribute was held under sunny skies on Saturday, April 27, at Narragansett Brewery. It...
0026e, 0034e, 0034ePlus Incorrect Wiring Instructions
Part Numbers Effected: VM2644-HD1-RC2A00, VM2644-DD1-RS2A00, VM3450-HY1-FC2A00, VM3450-HY1-FS2A00, VR3450-HY1-FC2A00, VR3450-HY1-FS2A00 Date Code Effected: 4/20 – 4/22 Incorrect wiring guidance was included in the 0026e, 0034e, & 0034ePlus instruction sheets that...