Preferred Utilities partnered with Emerson to deliver the first UL-certified industrial burner shutoff valve designed for use with 100% biodiesel, marking an important milestone in clean combustion. Read the Emerson Press Release here. Key Highlights Regional and state-level initiatives in the northeastern United States are accelerating the adoption of biodiesel in heating systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. […]
Growth and Sustainability With Ultra-Low & Nano-NOx Burners
Environmental regulations continue to evolve and tighten around NOx emissions. In parts of Northeast and Southern California, sub-9 ppm NOx combustion for natural gas has already become the practical standard, while states like Maryland have proposed phased adoption of near-zero-NOx systems for institutional boilers by 2029. A facility’s emissions profile now directly influences whether it can renew operating […]
Today’s Boiler: Visibility and Control in the Boiler Room
SCADA Systems: The Backbone of Modern Boiler Room Operations Managing a modern boiler room means juggling burners, fuel systems, feedwater equipment, pumps, valves, and instrumentation all at once, all in real time. One missed signal can mean downtime, safety risks, or worse. So how do today’s operators stay ahead of it all? The answer is SCADA. Supervisory Control […]
Renewable Biofuel Success in Brooklyn Makes the News
Preferred is helping New York City go greener, one boiler room at a time. This Brooklyn high school recently converted from traditional fuel oil to renewable biofuel, supporting NYC’s broader push to modernize buildings, cut emissions, and keep heat reliable through the winter. In the video, you’ll hear firsthand how this upgrade supports sustainability goals while keeping the […]
Preferred Utilities Builds Hays Cleveland Product Line with Linear Actuators and Draft Control Solution
New from Preferred: Expanding the Hays Cleveland Legacy Earlier this year, we announced Preferred Utilities’ acquisition of the Hays Cleveland product line. We’re excited to share that the next chapter of that legacy is here — with three new products now available to order. Now Shipping! Two Linear Actuators — HC-09130 and HC-0914 New Draft Regulator with Integrated […]
Reintroducing the Draft Regulator with Linear Actuator: A Legacy Product Backed by Preferred
Following our acquisition of Hays Cleveland, we are pleased to reintroduce the first updated product in the Hays line: the Draft Regulator with Linear Actuator. This unit is a direct replacement for the Hays Cleveland R-9502-1012, combining draft control, sensor, and actuator into one compact, proven solution. And now, it’s backed by Preferred’s 105 years of industry experience […]
Preferred Utilities Receives Two Major Third Party Approvals
Preferred Utilities Receives UL Listing to Fire Biodiesel for API Burner and UL Listing/CSA Certification for Comet Burner. New UL Listings highlight quality and sustainability. Read the Press Release Here — DANBURY, CT Preferred Utilities Manufacturing Corporation has received UL certification for its Advanced Performance Inject-Aire (API) Low NOx Burner and both UL and CSA certification for its Comet Burner. They […]
Made in the U.S.A. – How Preferred is Navigating Tariffs, Supply Chains, and a Growing Demand
Recent economic shifts and international trade tensions have sent waves through the markets. Tariff uncertainty and global supply chain challenges are causing many companies and investors to worry about the future of their operations and product availability. Made in the U.S.A., Preferred Utilities is proud to offer customers confidence and clarity in uncertain times. At Preferred, our products […]
Low-NOx Solutions for a Changing Regulatory Landscape
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently proposed stricter limits on nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions for combustion turbines at natural gas-fired plants and industrial facilities. Article here. This move, aimed at reducing harmful air pollutants and improving public health, may not ever come to fruition. However, the proposal reminds us to keep in mind the environmental impacts […]
Happy Manufacturing Day 2024!
What is Manufacturing Day? Manufacturing Day, celebrated annually on the first Friday of October, serves as an important event to highlight the crucial role manufacturing plays in the United States. It underscores manufacturing’s value as a key driver of economic growth, innovation, job creation, and national security. Manufacturing remains a cornerstone of the U.S. economy. It’s not just […]