“What truly sets HPC’s fire designs apart from other brands is the cutting-edge technology that elevates the customer experience,” says HPC CEO, Sean Steimle, as the leading gas fire pit manufacturer invests in a new R&D Center.

HPC’s Center of Excellence for Innovation and Education was introduced with a grand opening in October. The new building will be a dedicated 13,000-square-foot CSA certification facility. It will have a state-of-the-art training, R&D, and education amenities.

The R&D investment will expand capabilities for development of new technology and products, Steimle says. “HPC’s legacy of technological innovation spans more than four decades, starting in 1975 when the company was born.”

In the last five years, HPC has ramped up its engineering team to launch game-changing technologies such as the “HPC Fire One” smart app integration with augmented reality, 3D installation, and Bluetooth operations. The new R&D center will provide the capacity and tools to launch the next generation of projects such as the new SmartArc, universal gas orifice, and home automation.

The company will also be expanding its capabilities for training and education. The new training center will host customers, and the center will display the latest products and technology. Bolstering the training and education continues to strengthen the HPC partnership with its customers.

HPC, based in Dayton, Ohio, is the leading manufacturer of gas fire features and fire-and-water features for residential and commercial applications. Its products are available through hundreds of specialty retailers and select online merchants. HPC Fire Inspired – hpcfire.com.