Our Company
We exist to solve the thermal challenges others avoid. We design, build, and test custom systems for extreme demands without shortcuts or templates. Through disciplined engineering and relentless attention to detail, we deliver solutions built to perform for decades.
The BASX Timeline: Two Decades in the Relentless Pursuit of Innovation
Dave Benson and Matt Tobolski built BASX on one simple idea: Don’t settle for what exists. Build what’s needed and crush every spec along the way. From homegrown roots to billion-dollar milestones: our story is one of persistence, innovation, and purpose. And we’re nowhere near finished.
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2009
The Collaboration Begins
BASX founders, Matt Tobolski and Dave Benson begin working together to deliver mission-critical and facility projects throughout the West Coast.
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2012–2014
BASX is Born
In 2012, BASX Solutions is founded in Portland, OR. Renovations of a Redmond, OR manufacturing facility began in the beginning of 2014.
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2015
First Hyperscale Order
BASX completes its first hyperscale data center order, providing 80MW of cooling in just six months.
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2017
Inc. Magazine
Inc. Magazine recognizes BASX as the fastest-growing manufacturer in the U.S.
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2021
Redmond, OR Facility Expansion
BASX Redmond completes construction of a 75,000 sq.-ft. assembly space and 15,000 sq.-ft. office complex.
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2021 (cont.)
AAON Acquires BASX
BASX is acquired by AAON, a world leader in HVAC solutions.
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2024
State-of-the-Art Weld Shop
BASX completes the construction of a 36,000 sq.-ft. weld shop at the Redmond, OR facility in September.
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2024 (cont.)
A New Era of Leadership for BASX
In support of operations and future growth, Matt Shaub is appointed Executive Vice President and General Manager of BASX.
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2024 (cont.)
A 787,000 sq.-ft. Expansion in Memphis
BASX expands manufacturing with a new, massive facility in Memphis, TN.
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2025
Matt Tobolski Becomes AAON CEO
BASX Co-Founder Matt Tobolski is named AAON CEO to support the company’s strategic growth and expansion.
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2025 (cont.)
Collaboration with Applied Digital
BASX partners with Applied Digital on Polaris Forge 1, delivering a custom free-cooling chiller system for AI workloads in cold climates and next-gen HPC infrastructure.
Our Nationwide Footprint
With over 2 million square feet of space in three strategically located facilities across the United States, we are positioned to deliver exceptional thermal management solutions efficiently and effectively, no matter where customers are located.
Central Oregon
Our Central Oregon headquarters anchor design, manufacturing, and storage facilities across Redmond, Sisters, and Prineville plus a dedicated R&D space in nearby Bend – totaling 558,000 sq. ft.
Memphis, Tennessee
At 787,000 sq. ft., our Memphis facility dramatically expands thermal equipment production capacity to support nationwide demand for advanced cooling systems.
Longview, Texas
Our Longview location contributes 750,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space to accelerate delivery of precision-engineered HVAC and custom thermal products across markets.
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Stronger Together
In November 2021, BASX joined forces with AAON, Inc. to accelerate growth and expand into mission-critical markets. With this partnership, BASX gained the resources and operational power to scale without losing our edge. We’re still BASX at our core, with the same engineering mindset and the same high standards, now with more horsepower behind us and ready for whatever comes next.
In the News
Explore the latest news, updates, and insights shaping BASX and the industries we serve.
June 30, 2025
BASX Powers Advanced Cooling Innovation for Applied Digital’s Purpose-Built AI Data Center Campus
November 14, 2024
AAON Announces Expansion Plans to Increase Production Capacity With New Facility In Memphis
