Robinson expands leadership role to oversee strategy, operations, and customer experience across two leading RV comfort brands
ELKHART, Ind., Feb 06, 2026 – Airxcel®, Inc., a leading manufacturer of appliances and components for the RV industry, announced that Chris Robinson has been promoted to President of Suburban, effective Feb. 2, 2026. In addition, Aqua-Hot will now be aligned under Chris’s leadership within the Airxcel family of brands. In his new role, Robinson will provide strategic leadership across operations, product development, and customer experience for both Suburban and Aqua-Hot to support their continued growth in the RV market.
Robinson joined Suburban as General Manager in 2025 with nearly 20 years of experience in engineering and manufacturing operations. Under his leadership, Suburban advanced key initiatives focused on operational excellence, product quality, and enhanced support for OEMs, distributors, and RV owners. In his new role as President, Robinson will guide the long-term vision for both Suburban and Aqua-Hot, ensuring the brands continue to deliver innovative, reliable heating and hot water solutions tailored to today’s RV lifestyles.
“Chris has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a strong commitment to our customers and partners since joining Suburban,” said Anthony Wollschlager, Airxcel’s President and CEO. “His deep operational expertise, strategic mindset, and ability to bring teams together across brands make him the right leader to guide both Suburban and Aqua-Hot into their next phase of growth.”
About Suburban: For over 75 years, Suburban has been a trusted partner to the RV industry, renowned as a premier manufacturer of RV water heaters, furnaces, gas accessories, and steps. Headquartered in Dayton, TN, Suburban became part of the Airxcel family of brands in 1998. With a rich legacy of innovation and an unwavering dedication to excellence, Suburban continues to enhance the comforts of RV living. SuburbanRV.com
About Aqua-Hot: Part of the Airxcel family of trusted companies, Aqua-Hot Heating Systems has manufactured innovative hydronic heating solutions for RVs since 1984. Highly adaptable to a wide variety of applications, its products run on diesel, gasoline, or propane fuels. AquaHot.com
About Airxcel, Inc.: Airxcel is the leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of the most critically functional products for the RV industry. Headquartered in Wichita, KS, the Airxcel family of brands includes 18 companies with 15 facilities across the U.S. and Europe. Airxcel.com
Contact: Airxcel Marketing, Mary Bourassa, 7755 Miller Dr., Frederick, CO 80504. 720-826-9226; [email protected].