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title: "Inside AAON Season 2 Episode 01: Why Cabinet Construction Is the Real HVAC Differentiator with Kevin Teakell"
description: Season 2 returns with fresh voices as AAON explores HVAC innovation. Episode 1 dives into cabinet construction and its impact on efficiency and reliability.
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# [Inside AAON Season 2 Episode 01: Why Cabinet Construction Is the Real HVAC Differentiator with Kevin Teakell](https://www.aaon.com/news/inside-aaon-episode-01-why-cabinet-construction-is-the-real-hvac-differentiator-with-kevin-teakell)

 Written by [Jeremy Cavness](https://www.aaon.com/news/author/jeremy-cavness) | Jan 9, 2026 8:58:22 PM

 

Welcome Back to Season 2 of Inside AAON! This season features fresh conversations and new voices as we explore the topics, challenges, and ideas shaping the HVAC industry today. Each episode highlights insights from the people driving innovation across the industry, from engineering and manufacturing to leadership and customer experience. 

In this episode, co-hosts, Jeremy Cavness, Executive Director of Marketing, and Whitney Tapp, Marketing Content Producer, dive into our industry-leading cabinet construction with AAON Fellow and Head of Government and Industry Affairs, Kevin Teakell, P.E. 

The team explores why cabinet construction is one of the most overlooked differentiators in the industry and its direct effect on efficiency and long-term reliability. If you sell, specify, or own HVAC equipment, this episode will change how you think, and talk, about cabinet construction.  

> “It’s the difference between what everyone else does and what AAON does. It’s about the longevity of the cabinet. It’s about putting our BTU’s where we want them...It’s all those things that come together to make that really quality product.” — Kevin Teakell, P.E. 

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HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE** 

1:16 — Skip Intro 

1:17 — How AAON Started a Revolution 

6:40 — Why Cabinets are A Major Differentiator 

9:00 — The Difference in Performance 

13:19 — Customization Options 

15:02 — Why Do We Care?  

 

**ABOUT INSIDE AAON**   
Inside AAON brings you behind the scenes of premium HVAC manufacturing. Hear from engineers, innovators, and industry experts as they break down the technical details, sustainable solutions, and breakthrough thinking that set the standard in our industry. 

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Have ideas or topics you're interested in learning about? Don't hesitate to reach out to us at [marketing@aaon.com](mailto:marketing@aaon.com). Access new episodes of Inside AAON on our website at [www.aaon.com/news/tag/podcast](https://www.aaon.com/news/tag/podcast) or find us on your favorite podcast platforms. 

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