King of Prussia, PA (August 27, 2013) – Quench, the largest independent provider of filtered water coolers and ice dispensers in North America, announced that it has been selected to be the nationwide provider of filtered drinking water coolers and ice machines for Johnson Controls, a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in more than 150 countries.
Johnson Controls’ commitment to sustainability, dating to the company’s founding in 1885, motivated the company to switch to Quench’s filtered drinking water coolers.
“We are honored to partner with Johnson Controls. Our innovative solutions make us a good partner for the company, which has a long history of helping customers be more sustainable,” said John Whalen, Quench Senior Vice President of Sales.
“We will use the filtered drinking water coolers as an alternative to five gallon plastic water jugs which are not environmentally sustainable,” said Grace Vey, sourcing manager for Johnson Controls.
About Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in more than 150 countries. Johnson Controls’ 168,000 employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles. Johnson Controls’ commitment to sustainability dates back to their roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat. Through their growth strategies and by increasing market share, Johnson Controls is committed to delivering value to shareholders and making their customers successful. In 2013, Corporate Responsibility Magazine recognized Johnson Controls as the #14 company in its annual “100 Best Corporate Citizens” list. For additional information, please visit https://www.johnsoncontrols.com.
About Quench
Headquartered outside Philadelphia, Quench USA is a water technology company that designs, installs, leases, and services filtered water coolers (also known as “point-of-use” or “bottleless” water coolers) and ice dispensers. Quench is the largest independent provider in North America, serving more than 25,000 customers, including over 75% of the Fortune 500. Quench systems purify tap water using state-of-the-art technology, providing a more cost-effective and environmentally-responsible solution that delivery of water in 5-gallon plastic jugs.
