About
Yellow Jacket

Setting the Benchmark for HVAC/R and Automotive Service Tools

Over seventy-five years ago, Jack Ritchie established a vision for Ritchie Engineering: to set the gold standard for HVAC/R hoses and tools. Today, the YELLOW JACKET® brand has become synonymous with excellence across hoses, tools, refrigeration gauges, manifolds, HVAC vacuum pumps, and refrigerant recovery machines, building a legacy that stands the test of time.

What has driven this legacy? A steadfast dedication to excellence, a value at the heart of their longevity. While others have outsourced or compromised on quality, YELLOW JACKET’s commitment to innovation, top-notch craftsmanship, and superior customer service has set it apart for over seven decades, continually making contractors' work easier and more efficient around the globe.

Mission

Ritchie Engineering Company, Inc. proudly supplies American-designed and manufactured tools and equipment to the HVAC/R and automotive industries worldwide. Dedicated to innovation and quality, Ritchie Engineering provides its customers with superior products, ongoing education, and exceptional service.

We aim for excellence in all that we do, creating a safe and rewarding workplace, fostering successful relationships built on honesty, trust, and respect, and upholding a legacy of quality and reliability.