The SÓLAS Story
The name SÓLAS derives from the Gaelic word meaning “Light.” At SÓLAS, we deliver light through the warmth and beauty of fire.
Family Owned & Operated
SÓLAS Founder and President Patrick Moynihan began his career in the hearth industry more than 40 years ago. It was 1988 when he and his family decided to move from their native Ireland to the United States. Patrick became the lead at Waterford Irish Stoves as its President for North America. After a successful 11 years, Waterford Irish Stoves decided to sell its US division. As a result of the sale, Patrick took a leap of faith and started his own company, Progressive Manufacturing, Inc. (PMI). PMI began fabricating components for multiple hearth manufacturers and quickly built a reputation for quality as a trusted partner.
Years later, Patrick’s son David joined the company after earning his engineering degree and gaining valuable work experience outside the family business. David now serves as Vice President of Engineering, leading Research and Development for PMI and SÓLAS. David grew up in the hearth business it’s in his blood – he now has over ten years of experience as a leading engineer. As a result, the father-son team brings a unique perspective to the marketplace.
The SÓLAS Brand is Born
In 2006, Patrick and his wife Mary saw an opportunity to develop a new product for the hearth industry. Research and development began to create a modern, wall-mounted, gas fireplace. Mary’s eye for design influenced the styling of the SÓLAS Wall-Mount. This contemporary unit provided a unique offering with its ease of installation – for both cost and speed. The SÓLAS Wall-Mount immediately saw popularity across Canada and soon gained traction in the US market.
The SÓLAS product line continues to grow and now includes the Slim-Line Built-In Series, THIRTY8 Built-In, TWENTY6 Fireplace Insert, ONE6 Freestanding Stove, Vent-Free Wall-Mount Series, and Outdoor Fireplaces. SÓLAS also develops innovative hearth technologies, such as its Cool Zone System and its state-of-the-art Self-Calibrating Power Vent System both notable, proven successes.
With Progressive Manufacturing as its parent company, SÓLAS has become a recognized leader and is proud of each product built at its headquarters in New Hampshire. With a sharp focus on quality–SÓLAS products are built to last a lifetime and will continue to deliver “Light” and warmth for years to come!
Patrick Moynihan, Founder & President (left) and David Moynihan, Vice President of Engineering (right)
The photograph is of Moynihans’ other passion, cycling. Patrick (left), mountain biking at the famous Leadville Trail 100MTB in Leadville, Colorado. And David (right) competing at The RIFT, a 200km Gravel Race in Iceland.
Innovative Design
Through innovation and with a focus on quality, SÓLAS has become an industry leader in gas fireplace technology. Our line of highly-efficient products offers all of the features in demand by today’s design-driven homeowner.
Finest Quality
Our products are made to the highest standard without compromise. We design and manufacture products that are built to last by using heavier gauge materials, fully-welded fireboxes, and state-of-the-art gas control systems.
Made with Pride in the USA
All SÓLAS products are proudly designed and manufactured in the USA. With a core focus on research and development – we are driven to bring the best solutions and quality innovations to market.