Michigan City, IND. (February 19, 2026) – Hitachi Global Air Power US, LLC, an industry leader in innovative compressed air solutions, announced its donation of a custom-designed Sullair 185 Tier 4 Final Portable Air Compressor to the American Rental Association (ARA) Foundation Charity Auction held during the 2026 ARA Show. In addition, the company will make a separate $10,000 charitable donation to Humane World for Animals in support of animal protection.
“It’s become a tradition to donate a one-of-a-kind air compressor to the ARA Foundation and to tie it to an impactful cause that’s meaningful to our colleagues,” said Todd Rozar, Vice President of Portable Sales at Hitachi Global Air Power. “This year in particular marks a significant milestone, as we celebrate 50 years as an associate member of the ARA. This coincides with the ARA Foundation’s own 50th anniversary, and we are proud to continue our long-standing support of the equipment rental industry.”
Visit the Hitachi Global Air Power booth #3610 at the 2026 ARA Show in Orlando to see in person and learn more about the one-of-a-kind Humane World for Animals compressor and explore the full line of Sullair portable air compressors.
ARA Foundation Charity Auction
As part of the ARA Show in Orlando, Florida, the ARA Foundation Charity Auction will be held on March 1. This marks the eighth year Hitachi Global Air Power has donated a Sullair portable compressor to the auction, with past canopy themes including Wounded Warrior Project® in support of wounded veterans, their families, and caregivers, a pink compressor for breast cancer awareness, and a “heart of gold” design for the American Heart Association.
To date, Hitachi Global Air Power’s contributions have raised over $155,000 for the ARA Foundation Charity Auction and an additional $50,000 for outside charities that inspired the designs of the donated compressors.
Supporting Humane World for Animals
The theme of the donated Sullair 185 air compressor is in support of Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States. Paw prints and photos of pets and animals shared by Hitachi Global Air Power employees were integrated into the design, including cats, dogs, guinea pigs, and cows. The compressor also features signatures and hand-written messages of support from employees, added during a special signing event held at the company’s manufacturing facility.
Hitachi Global Air Power will present a $10,000 contribution to Humane World for Animals in February 2026. The donation supports the organization’s mission to tackle the root causes of animal cruelty and suffering to create permanent change where no animal suffers.
Steve McVeigh, Vice President of Business Development and Corporate Relations for Humane World for Animals, said, “We thank Hitachi Global Air Power for supporting our global work to drive meaningful progress toward a more humane world everywhere.”
Sullair 185 Air Compressor Details
The custom Humane World for Animals-themed Sullair 185 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 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 60 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. For more information on Hitachi Global Air Power, visit the company’s website at https://www.hitachiglobalairpower.com or Sullair brand website at https://www.sullair.com.
About Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd.
Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems enhances productivity across various industries — including data centers, batteries, electronics and semiconductors and pharmaceuticals — through high-efficiency products such as compressed air systems, grid edge solutions, drives and coding and marking equipment. Our innovative solutions and services integrate digital technology to drive customer success and contribute to a more sustainable society. We support customers throughout the entire product lifecycle, from maintenance to recycling. For more information on Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems, please visit our website at https://www.hitachi-ies.com/
About Hitachi, Ltd.
Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi contributes to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates globally in four sectors – Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – and the Strategic SIB Business Unit for new growth businesses. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi generates value from integrating data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2024 (ended March 31, 2025) totaled 9,783.3 billion yen, with 618 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 280,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.
About 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. This year, the Foundation will celebrate its 50th anniversary.
About Humane World for Animals
Together, we tackle the root causes of animal cruelty and suffering to create permanent change. With millions of supporters and work happening in over 50 countries, Humane World for Animals—formerly called the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International—addresses the most deeply entrenched forms of animal cruelty and suffering. As the leading voice in the animal protection space, we work to end the cruelest practices, care for animals in crisis and build a stronger animal protection movement. Driving toward the greatest global impact, we aim to achieve the vision behind our name: a more humane world.
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Hitachi Global Air Power US, LLC
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