HPC Fire Inspired - Outdoor Gas Fireplace Burner DAYTON, OH – First, the problem: Homeowners may love the warmth and comfort of a wood fire in their outdoor living space, but their neighbors probably don't love the smoke that wafts freely across property lines. Now for a solution: the industry's first certified outdoor gas fireplace burner has been launched by HPC Fire Inspired™, the world's leading outdoor gas fire pit manufacturer, which not only eliminates the smoke from the fireplace but also makes the fireplace much easier to operate. These Outdoor Gas Fireplace Burners are the industry's first fireplace products tested and listed to industry safety and performance standards. These fireplace burners transform a polluting wood-burning fireplace into an easily installed, clean, and convenient gas fireplace. [...]

"Every tool belt will now need a pocket for a smartphone," comments company CEO, Sean Steimle DAYTON, OH – Fire pit installation and in-field trouble-shooting just got infinitely easier with a new "smart device App" from HPC, the world's largest fire pit manufacturer. The HPC/BILT 3D Installation and Trouble-Shooting Guide is an interactive App that visually guides the installer or field technician through every stage of the installation and servicing of any HPC gas fire pit. We at HOC Fire Inspired are super excited to be able to offer this new technology.  This is certainly the latest game-changing innovation for our industry "It's essentially an installation manual in 3D automation," says HPC CEO Sean Steimle. The free App, https://hpcfire.wpengine.com/bilt, which works on any smartphone [...]

Sean Steimle HPC Fire, The Leading Gas Fire Pit Manufacturer Announces Greg Steck, Former President, Takes on Engineering Management Duties DAYTON, OH – HPC, the world's leading gas fire pit manufacturer, recently announced that Sean Steimle has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer. Previously, Steimle held the position of Chief Operating Officer. In a related move, Greg Steck, former CEO and President has assumed the role of Director of Engineering. This organizational change is the concluding step in a transition that was initiated in 2018 when Steck sold the majority interest in the company to a group of Dayton-area investors, which included Steimle. "Since joining HPC, I have been continually impressed with the products and people at HPC, as well as [...]

HPC Lifetime Warranty   HPC Fire Inspired is Proud to Announce Our New Warranty Policy Reinforcing our Company's Commitment to Safety and Quality DAYTON, Ohio – HPC, the world's leading manufacturer of CSA-certified fire and water features, recently announced it is implementing a Lifetime Warranty on its fire pit burners. This new warranty policy goes into effect May 1, 2019, and applies to the entire line of fire pit burners, including the popular and patented Penta Burner. This new warranty policy, which covers both residential and commercial installations, is part of HPC's emphasis on safety, innovation, and quality. "Our customers expect the best and the safest fire features from HPC," commented HPC Chief Operating Officer Sean Steimle, "so it's up to us to continue [...]

Phil Weisenborn HPC Tech Team Expands NFI Safety Certification  DAYTON, OH – HPC, the leading gas fire pit manufacturer, recently announced that Phil Weisenborn, technical service representative, has completed and passed NFI Safety Certification. NFI.   The National Fireplace Institute is the leading training and certification agency in the gas products industry. NFI provides increased public safety by establishing credible, nationally-recognized credentials for professionals involved in planning and installing residential hearth appliances and venting systems. NFI's continuing education programs further promote safety, understanding, and responsibility in all facets of the hearth, patio, and barbecue products through professional training and consumer education. "NFI certification is a must at HPC," says HPC Technical Services Manager Chad Ewing. "Having our representatives like Phil be NFI-certified [...]

Chad Ewing, Technical Service Manager Chad Ewing Will Lead Development of Training and Education Programs DAYTON, OH – HPC, the leading gas fire pit manufacturer, recently announced it has hired Chad Ewing as Technical Service Manager. In this role, Chad will lead technical training programs, such as webinars, continuous education programs, certification programs, and onsite training. "We exist in a technical industry and there is enormous demand among our trade partners for training and continuing education," said HPC Chief Operating Officer Sean Steimle. "Chad brings specific expertise in these areas, and he'll be able to make significant contributions." One example of how HPC Fire is utilizing the latest game-changing technical innovation for our industry is through our partnership with BILT Software, the [...]