MICHIGAN CITY, IND. (January 15, 2025) – Hitachi Global Air Power US, LLC, an industry leader in innovative compressed air solutions, announced it will donate a custom-designed Sullair 185 Series Tier 4 Final Portable Air Compressor to the ARA Foundation Charity Auction. The company will also make a separate $10,000 charitable donation to Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) in support of wounded veterans, their families, and caregivers.
“We are long-time supporters of the ARA Foundation, and we are honored to continue this partnership in 2025,” said John Randall, Hitachi Global Air Power President and CEO. “This year, we are also proud to expand our charitable efforts by honoring the service and sacrifice of our veterans through our support of Wounded Warrior Project. These donations reflect our commitment to supporting our industry and giving back to our community, while paying tribute to the heroes who have made profound contributions to our country.”
ARA Foundation Auction
The ARA Foundation Charity Auction will be held online beginning January 13, culminating in the announcement of the winner during the ARA Show in Las Vegas. This marks the seventh year Hitachi Global Air Power has donated a Sullair portable compressor to the ARA Foundation auction, with past designs including a pink compressor for breast cancer awareness, a “heart of gold” design for the American Heart Association, and a Mardi Gras-themed compressor supporting the Alzheimer’s Association.
To date, Hitachi Global Air Power’s contributions have raised over $120,000 for the ARA Foundation Auction and an additional $40,000 for outside charities.
Supporting Wounded Warrior Project
The donated WWP-themed Sullair Series 185 air compressor features hand-written messages of support and gratitude from Hitachi Global Air Power employees, added during a special signing event held at the company’s manufacturing facility on January 15.
Additionally, Hitachi Global Air Power will present a $10,000 contribution to WWP in February 2025. The donation will support the organization’s mission to provide life-changing programs and services in mental health, career counseling, and long-term rehabilitative care for veterans.
“The support we receive from Hitachi Global Air Power helps Wounded Warrior Project honor and empower warriors in their communities,” said Brea Kratzert Todd, vice president of business development for WWP. “Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, warriors and their families never pay a penny for our programs and services.”
About the Sullair 185 Series Air Compressor
The custom WWP-themed Sullair 185 Series portable air compressor is powered by a 49 hp Kubota 1803 diesel engine delivering 185 cfm of air at 100 psi. Designed for reliability and performance, this model is a top choice for rental companies and is widely used in construction, mining, landscaping, and more.
About the ARA Foundation
Founded in 1976, The ARA Foundation is an educational resource for the industrial equipment rental industry. Over the years, the charitable organization has sponsored a scholarship program, disaster relief programs, a technical training grant program and young professional development.
Visit the Sullair booth (#1521) at the 2025 ARA Show in Las Vegas to see and learn more about the one-of-a-kind Wounded Warrior compressor and explore the full line of Sullair portable air compressors.
About Hitachi Global Air Power US, LLC
We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer. Headquartered in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage, to pharmaceuticals and computer chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.
As part of Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd., Hitachi Global Air Power operates ISO 9001 certified factories in Michigan City, Indiana and Suzhou, China, and sales offices strategically located in Europe, Australia, Southeast Asia, and South and Latin America. Through brands Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), our machines have provided legendary reliability, durability, and performance for more than 57 years.
Our global network of engineering and quality experts are building next generation, highly efficient and environment-forward compressed air solutions in direct response to customer need.
Hitachi Global Air Power website
https://www.hitachiglobalairpower.com/
About Hitachi, Ltd.
Hitachi drives Social Innovation Business, creating a sustainable society through the use of data and technology. We solve customers' and society's challenges with Lumada solutions leveraging IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products. Hitachi operates under the 3 business sectors of “Digital Systems & Services” – supporting our customers’ digital transformation; “Green Energy & Mobility” – contributing to a decarbonized society through energy and railway systems, and “Connective Industries” – connecting products through digital technology to provide solutions in various industries. Driven by Digital, Green, and Innovation, we aim for growth through co-creation with our customers. The company’s revenues as 3 sectors for fiscal year 2023 (ended March 31, 2024) totaled 8,564.3 billion yen, with 573 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 270,000 employees worldwide. For more information on Hitachi, please visit the company's website at https://www.hitachi.com.
About Wounded Warrior Project
Since 2003, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) has been meeting the growing needs of warriors, their families, and caregivers — helping them achieve their highest ambition. Learn more about Wounded Warrior Project.
Media Contact:
Jennifer Ohlinger
Hitachi Global Air Power US, LLC
219-210-0995
jennifer.ohlinger@hitachiglobalairpower.com
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