Allergies and Pellet Stoves The traditional smoke on the face of the fireplace brick or stone and the “nice” woodsy smell, bring smiles of familiarity to some and tears to those of us suffering with allergies. So the question that begs for an answer is: What about burning with corn and other flex fuels, will […]
The Truth about Heat Efficiency
What is all this talk about BTU input, BTU output, Thermal Efficiency, Overall Efficiency and Combustion Efficiency? Since the beginning of time boys in particular have waged a war on “mine is better than yours” or “my fish is this big”, and the story got bigger as the day went on. The same is true […]
Can I heat my garage, workshop, or out building with a pellet stove?
Whether you use your garage on a daily basis or intermittently, a warm, efficient heat source during the cold month extends your use of space considerably. While you likely have electricity in your out buildings, it’s likely there isn’t a permanent heating source. Many space heaters aren’t up to the task, are cumbersome or have […]
The History of the Corn Burning Stove
Have you heard of American Energy Systems, the name behind the Magnum Countryside and Country Flame products? If you’ve ever wondered about the history of corn stove and flex-fuel burning appliances, then welcome to American Energy Systems, or AES as some of our fans like to call us. A Kernel of History: The Corn Stove […]
Happy Thanksgiving!
May this Thanksgiving holiday grant you the chance to spend time with friends and family, pass on stories and traditions, and give thanks together. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at American Energy Systems!