American Standard Brands was founded in 1875 by James West Arrott. The company manufactures and distributes bathroom and kitchen fixtures and other plumbing items.
The company sells its products under several names, including American Standard, Fiat, Sanymetal, Crane, and Showerite. American Standard is one of the best-known names in plumbing and fixtures in the US and can be found in almost every hardware or home improvement store in the country, as well as being sold online.
In 2008, the company merged with two other fixtures and plumbing companies, Crane and Eljer.
In 2013, the Japanese company Lixil acquired American Standard from Sun Partners for $342 million, plus debt.
In February 2023, the company unveiled a new brand identity to create homes that people will love.
Company headquarters are still located in Piscataway, New Jersey.
American Standard Brands was founded in 1875 by James West Arrott. The company manufactures and distributes bathroom and kitchen fixtures and other plumbing items.
History
The company sells its products under several names, including American Standard, Fiat, Sanymetal, Crane, and Showerite. American Standard is one of the best-known names in plumbing and fixtures in the US and can be found in almost every hardware or home improvement store in the country, as well as being sold online.
In 2008, the company merged with two other fixtures and plumbing companies, Crane and Eljer.
In 2013, the Japanese company Lixil acquired American Standard from Sun Partners for $342 million, plus debt.
In February 2023, the company unveiled a new brand identity to create homes that people will love.
Company headquarters are still located in Piscataway, New Jersey.