WaterFurnace International, Inc. has named John C. Thomas as president and chief executive officer. Thomas takes over from Fred Andriano, who served as interim CEO. Andriano will continue his financial roles within NIBE and WaterFurnace.

"It is my great pleasure to welcome John to the NIBE family as president and chief executive officer of WaterFurnace International, Inc.," said Kjell Ekermo, chairman of WaterFurnace Group. "I am especially pleased that he hails not only from Fort Wayne but also has deep roots within Regal Beloit, an important supplier that has served WaterFurnace well for many years."