The new UKCA marking certifies compliance to the UKEX Designated Standards by the UK Government Appointed Body for the EPS Regulations (Equipment and Protective systems). This scheme was created when the United Kingdom elected to exit the European Union.

The AEU1 series of unit heaters are designed for industrial applications to provide primary or supplementary heating for comfort or freeze protection in areas that are classified as hazardous location gas atmospheres.  AEU1 models are CE Marked and certified to meet ATEX, IECEx & UKEX Zone 1 & 2 requirements with IP55 ratings and a T4 (135°C) temperature code. The AEU1 also complies with the safety standards for non-electrical equipment (Constructional Safety).

The three cabinet sizes (from 3 to 30kW) of AEU1 heaters include our ExCaliber™ high performance liquid-to-air heat-exchanger cores that are available in thirteen 230VAC or 400VAC, 50 Hz model choices to meet your specific heat output requirements and eight 480 Volt, 60 Hz models to accommodate shipping vessels, offshore rigs or other applications requiring 60 Hz.

Hazloc Heaters’ General Manager, Darren Ochosky, stated, “The AEU1 series is the only unit heater of its kind in the world to receive the ATEX, IECEx, & UKEX Gas certification. These certifications reinforce our dedication to helping our customers grow and prosper by providing leading edge industrial heating products, technical expertise, and outstanding service.” Hazloc Heaters is also committed to a high standard of quality and on-time delivery performance.

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The XEF1 Exhaurio series of heavy duty industrial-grade explosion-proof wall mount exhaust fans are engineered to meet the most demanding requirements of industrial environments. The harsh operating conditions require equipment that is safe, reliable, and available when you need it. XEF1 exhaust fans are designed for maximum performance to provide building air ventilation in hazardous and general-purpose locations.

All XEF1 exhaust fans for ventilation of combustible gases and dusts in hazardous locations are designed in compliance to UL705 (2022) and CSA 22.2 No 113 (2018). They are constructed of epoxy-coated steel panels, OSHA compliant fan guards, spark resistant fan blades, spark resistant fan shrouds (compliant to AMCA 99, Type B) and include explosion-proof motors that are CSA approved and/or UL listed. The 3 configurations and four sizes of XEF1 exhaust fans are available in various single-phase and three-phase models from 115 to 575 Volts to meet your specific requirements. Models with general purpose motors and accessories, that include storm hoods and backdraft dampers, are also available.

Hazloc Heaters’ General Manager, Darren Ochosky, stated, “The XEF1 series is a complementary ventilation product for our customers that are already buying our heaters for building freeze protection. These products reinforce our dedication to helping our customers grow and prosper by providing leading edge industrial heating products, technical expertise, and outstanding service.” Hazloc Heaters is also committed to a high standard of quality and on-time delivery performance.

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Quebec, May 8, 2024 – The Stelpro and Innovair Solutions Groups, two family-owned businesses, deeply rooted in Quebec, are pleased to announce they are joining forces today in a strategic alliance. This collaboration marks a major milestone for both entities, strengthening their position in the North American market and propelling their future growth.

This alliance draws on the combined expertise of both teams in the fields of electric heating and HVAC, as well as the excellence of their manufacturing and distribution facilities at 16 locations across 4 countries. These combined assets will deliver a diversified range of thermal comfort and indoor air quality solutions, to meet the needs of the residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional markets, under 15 renowned brands.

Martin Beaulieu and Yves Chabot will jointly assume the chairmanship of the Board of Directors of this new alliance, while the management of the Stelpro and Innovair Solutions Groups will be under the respective leadership of CEOs Pierre Huard and Louis Beaulieu. Together, they will draw on the specific skills of their teams while capitalizing on collaborations and a shared road map, reinforcing their collective ability to reach new heights.

“I am convinced that the alignment of our values and complementary strategies will keep innovation at the heart of our actions and products. Our goal is to expand our product line for the benefit of our customers and business partners, while consolidating our presence in the U.S. market,” explains Martin Beaulieu.

Yves Chabot adds: “I am enthusiastic about the potential synergies of expertise, resources, and technologies resulting from this alliance. This will enable us to seize the opportunities offered by the evolving HVAC market that has been driven by the energy transition. Together, we will be able to offer integrated solutions for thermal comfort and air quality, promoting efficient energy management in buildings.”

This strategic alliance marks a new chapter for the companies and consolidates their mutual commitment to respect, excellence, and innovation. It also encourages ongoing collaboration to generate added value for their employees, customers, and partners, while maintaining their commitment towards the community.

About Stelpro Group
Founded in 1981, Stelpro Group is a family-owned Quebec company that offers solutions that efficiently meet the needs of users, with the aim of optimizing their comfort, enhancing the value of each living space, and promoting better energy management.
A North American leader in its field, Stelpro Group employs over 600 people at 5 locations in 2 countries, has over 475,000 square feet of manufacturing and warehousing space, and annually sells more than 1.1 million heating units and 500,000 electronic controls under 5 brands. Stelpro is a member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Club, and Les Affaires newspaper ranks it as one of Quebec’s top companies.

About Innovair Solutions
Innovair Solutions is a family-owned Quebec company founded in 1967 under the name Ouellet Canada. It is recognized as a supplier of choice in the heating, air conditioning and ventilation industries. A North American leader in its field, the company manufactures and distributes quality products that combine performance, efficiency, and safety. Innovair Solutions has over 500 employees, 11 operating sites in 3 countries, 500,000 square feet of production and warehousing space, and more than 1 million heating units sold annually under 10 distinct brands. The company is a winner of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

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The team was unanimous in its decision: 
We wanted a name for the company that would reflect our
international positioning and our growth over recent years.

To kick off 2023 and make our new vision official, we have decided to change the name of the parent
company for all our business units. Every brand that you know and love is now part of the Innovair
Solutions family (formerly Ouellet Group).
Focused on evolving while remaining faithful to our roots, we believe this name accurately reflects
our goal of providing innovative heating, ventilation and air conditioning solutions to our valued
clients and business partners.

All our brands are here to stay.
Our aim is not to consolidate them, but rather see them grow and prosper.

There is no change to contractual, legal relationships, etc. We have decided to retain all our locations  and every brand to serve each market and client as effectively as possible and to minimize disruption for our partners and employees.

Why the name Innovair Solutions?

Innovation plays a central role in everything we do and every product we make.
The surrounding air is crucial to our survival and comfort.
We have solutions for a wide range of heating, ventilation
and air conditioning needs.

For full details click on the link below:

Ouellet Group becomes Innovair Solutions

INNOVAIR SOLUTIONS WEBSITE

Hazloc Heaters™ is based in Calgary, AB, Canada. For further information, please contact Darren Ochosky at 1-866-701-4328 or 403-730-2488 or visit www.HazlocHeaters.com.

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The XEC1 ProTektor^TM Series of explosion-proof convection air heaters are designed for maximum heating performance and to provide primary or supplementary heating of people or equipment in areas that are classified as hazardous gas atmosphere locations. The four cabinet sizes of XEC1 heaters are available in 119 single-phase and 76 three-phase model choices of voltage, heat output, and Division System temperature class code (T2B or T3A) combinations to meet your specific requirements. Factory built-in options and a selection of electrical enclosures are also available for added convenience and safety Furthermore, the flexibility of the XEC1 ProTektor^TM design allows, at the time of factory ordering, for users to request that their electrical enclosure, plus any built-in options selected, be mounted on the right side (standard) or left side (option) of the sloped-top cabinet.

Hazloc Heaters™ General Manager, Darren Ochosky, stated, “The XEC1 heater is Hazloc Heaters’ 8^th series of heaters introduced since we started the company in 2004. This product introduction reinforces our dedication to helping our customers grow and prosper by providing leading edge industrial heating and cooling related products, technical expertise, and outstanding service.” Hazloc Heaters™ is also committed to a high standard of quality and on-time delivery performance.

Hazloc Heaters™ is based in Calgary, AB, Canada. For further information, please contact Darren Ochosky at 1-866-701-4328 or 403-730-2488 or visit www.HazlocHeaters.com.

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