In the past dozen years, we have found ourselves in 3 different locations due to our remarkable, rapid growth. Here is a brief history of our exciting journey...
In 1998, Air World opened for business in Paterson, NJ with only 6 sewing machines and 35 products. Seoung Oh, founder and company president teamed up with John Rizzuto to manufacture and market pad and cover products of the highest quality. Mr. Oh’s expertise in dry cleaning and textile background were key in product development while Mr. Rizzuto carried out the sales, marketing and adminitrative responsibilities. The combination proved to be a winning formula.
By 2003 it was clear that Air World’s day-to-day manufacturing business required a larger facility. At 4000 square feet, the small factory space was bursting at the seams! Additionally, the number of distributors selling our products climbed to nearly 250 nationwide, increasing sales exponentially. By this point, Air World featured over 800 different items. The move became official when we took up residence in a 12,000 square foot facility nearby.
Good fortune continued and it wasn’t long before we needed to expand beyond those walls as well. With a line surpassing 1500 products, it was time for Air World to find a permanent -- and much larger -- home. After a careful search we moved again in late 2008. Here, at our bigger facility, we have what we believe is the best place to run the entire Air World operation. And what’s more, we believe we’ll be able to continue at this location for decades to come.
Early in 2004, Michael Oh, the son of Air World's founder, Sam Oh joined the company. In the capacity of Operations Manager at Air World and with his keen knowledge of computer development, Michael has brought a new dynamic to the company. His contributions have led to the continued growth in sales and new product integration. With Michael's contributions, Air World will be positioned for many years of success.
- 32,000 square feet of manufacturing space and corporate offices
- Increased efficiencies in production
- Top inventory control
- New product lines
- Room to continue our growth