For more than 100 years, Taco has set the standard for reliable, high-performance hydronics solutions that help contractors deliver efficient, dependable systems for their customers. As the industry prepares for the 2028 Department of Energy-mandated shift from traditional AC circulators to high-efficiency technology, Taco has been leading the way since 2016 with its launch of the first ECM circulator on the market.
To support this transition, Taco has invested in a new automated manufacturing line dedicated to the 007e ECM High-Efficiency Circulator. From the perspective of Narciso Almeida, Senior Manufacturing Engineer, this new manufacturing line demonstrates the investment Taco has made to further support the future of circulator technology: “We are prepared for the shift from our legacy and extremely well-known 007 product line to our high-efficiency product offerings,” he shared. “We will continue to provide industry-leading technology with the highest level of quality that our customers have come to expect from Taco.”
Upgrading the system was a decision driven by scale and necessity. Production of the 007e must increase significantly to meet customer demand, reaching volumes of up to 1.2 million units. The new manufacturing installation now has the capacity and capability required to meet the increased demand and support our next-generation products.
The new line has nearly doubled production, increasing from 170 units per hour to 306 units per hour. This high level of automation helps remove any potential defects throughout the process and strengthens repeatability. The equipment upgrade includes firmware flashing and laser marking, expanding production while improving efficiency and precision.
Enhanced data collection provides deeper insight into both machine and product performance, allowing teams to identify and resolve issues throughout the manufacturing process. Each unit is verified through end-of-line leak and performance testing. The result is what customers expect from Taco: dependability in the field and long-term reliability.
For our partners, this investment translates to greater flexibility, faster product rollouts, and the ability to meet demand without sacrificing lead times.
Behind the scenes, the project was a substantial undertaking. The scale and complexity required close collaboration across the company, including the Quality, Operations, Engineering, Facilities, and Manufacturing Departments. That cross-functional effort reflects the commitment from Taco to bringing the right people together to deliver incredible results.
With this new automated manufacturing line in place, Taco is ready to deliver the next generation of circulators at the scale and highest standard of quality our customers rely on, as we continue to lead the future of the industry.
