FORT SMITH, Ark. - Rheem Manufacturing Co. recognized its Top 10 2002 sales-producing Rheem Team dealers from around the country.

"In a difficult economic environment, each of these dealers has been able to significantly increase their purchases of Rheem equipment. We commend them for this achievement and look forward to their continued sales success, commitment to customer service, and supporting their business by providing quality Rheem II HVAC equipment," said Gary Wehunt, marketing programs manager for Rheem Air Conditioning Division.

Top 10 Rheem Team dealers for 2002 included: Estes Heating & A/C, Mobile, Ala.; Eugene Adams Heating & Air, Blackwood, N.J.; Florida. Home Air Conditioning and Appliance, Jacksonville, Fla.; Gustafson Heating and Air, Denver; Hannabery HVAC, Allentown, Pa.; Kennedy Fuel Co., Medford, Ore.; Kool Breeze of Northwest Florida, Pensacola/Fort Walton, Fla.; McDonald DeAnthony's Heating & Cooling, Sarasota, Fla.; Norfleet Sheet Metal, Cheyenne, Wyo.; and Weather Control A/C Inc., Fort Myers, Fla.

The Top 10 Rheem Team dealers received a plaque and a complimentary gift certificate redeemable for Rheem Team apparel, promotional products or customized literature. These top Rheem Team dealers were chosesn from more than 350 dealers in the national Rheem Team network.