Clean Burn
Clean Burn, founded 1979 and headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin, manufactures EPA-approved, UL-listed waste oil furnaces and boilers (140,000–500,000 BTU/hr) sold exclusively through a 100+ country Authorized Distributor network to auto repair shops, fleets, farms, mines, and schools that need on-site heat recovery from used motor oil.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1979
- HeadquartersJanesville, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Clean Burn does
Clean Burn, LLC is a privately held U.S. machinery manufacturer founded in 1979 by inventor Ben Smoker in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, now headquartered at 4109 Capital Circle, Janesville, Wisconsin. The company designs and builds waste oil combustion equipment — furnaces and boilers that burn used motor oil, ATF, hydraulic fluid, and synthetic oils to generate on-site process and space heating for commercial and industrial facilities. Its core technology is a patented heat exchanger delivering roughly twice the surface area of conventional blast-tube designs, paired with an engineered pre-heating burner, swedged (non-welded) tube construction, and a heavy-duty oil-bath metering pump; the firm operates an on-site UL testing laboratory and holds EPA, UL, CSA/C-UL, CE, GOST-R, and ERMA certifications.
The product portfolio spans six furnace SKUs (CB-140 through CB-5000, 140,000–500,000 BTU/hr), three boiler SKUs (CTB-200, CTB-350, CTB-500), 230V/50Hz international variants, an integrated Recycling Center storage-and-furnace system, and distributed complementary lines (AMS fans, SunFire radiant heaters). Clean Burn sells exclusively through a global Authorized Distributor network spanning 100+ countries; distributors handle quoting, code-compliant installation, and aftermarket service, while the manufacturer monetizes hardware sales and OEM replacement parts. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with hardware positioned around an 18–24 month customer payback, a 10-year / 15,000-hour heat-exchanger warranty, and a 18–20 year equipment life.
End customers are SMB and mid-market operators that generate sufficient on-site waste oil to make heat recovery economic — primarily auto repair shops, truck and fleet service facilities, agricultural operations (dairy, livestock, crop farms), mining shops, and educational institutions with vehicle fleets. The value proposition is the displacement of conventional fuel purchases and the elimination of cradle-to-grave EPA liability for waste oil handling, supported by case studies from NASCAR team operations, university fleets, large ranches, and large-scale row-crop operations.
Clean Burn firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Clean Burn
- Legal name
- Clean Burn, LLC
- Website
- https://cleanburn.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1979
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Clean Burn, founded 1979 and headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin, manufactures EPA-approved, UL-listed waste oil furnaces and boilers (140,000–500,000 BTU/hr) sold exclusively through a 100+ country Authorized Distributor network to auto repair shops, fleets, farms, mines, and schools that need on-site heat recovery from used motor oil.
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Clean Burn industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Waste Oil Heating Equipment
- NAICS
- Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing (332410), Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing (333994)
- SIC
- Heating Equipment, Except Electric & Warm Air Furnaces (3433), Industrial Process Furnaces & Ovens (3567)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Heat Transfer Equipment (Heat Exchangers, Boilers, Condensers) (IMAHAEAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Heat Treatment & Thermal Processing Furnaces (Hardening, Annealing, Induction) (IMAHADAI), Used Oil & Oily Waste Management (Collection, Re-refining, Disposal) (BPALAFAI), Hazardous Waste Fuel Blending & Alternative Fuels (Cement Kilns, Industrial Boilers) (BPALAFAG)
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Where Clean Burn is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Janesville
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Clean Burn business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Waste Oil Furnace Sales: Clean Burn manufactures and sells waste oil furnaces ranging from 140,000 to 500,000 BTU/hr. Products are sold exclusively through authorized distributors who handle final sale to end customers.
- Waste Oil Boiler Sales: Clean Burn manufactures and sells waste oil boilers (CTB-200, CTB-350, CTB-500) for hot water, radiant floor heat, and industrial processing applications.
- OEM Parts: Genuine OEM replacement parts are available exclusively through authorized distributors, ensuring equipment performance and maintaining warranty protection.
- Recycling Center Systems: Combined furnace and storage tank systems (250-gallon capacity) for collecting, storing and generating heat from waste oils.
- AMS Fans and SunFire Heaters: Distribution of complementary products including AMS high-performance air circulation fans and SunFire radiant heaters (SF-80, SF-120, SF-150).
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | All models sold via quote-based pricing through distributors |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels6 records
Clean Burn product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Clean Burn manufactures waste oil furnaces (CB-140, CB-1750, CB-2500, CB-3250, CB-3500, CB-5000) rated 140,000–500,000 BTU/hr and waste oil boilers (CTB-200, CTB-350, CTB-500) rated 200,000–500,000 BTU/hr input, plus a 250-gallon Recycling Center system, that burn used motor oils, ATF, and hydraulic fluids to provide free heat for commercial and industrial facilities. The company also distributes complementary AMS air-circulation fans and SunFire radiant heaters. All products are sold exclusively through an authorized distributor network and are EPA approved and UL listed.
Product overview
Clean Burn is a manufacturer of waste oil heating systems comprising three main product lines: waste oil furnaces (CB-140, CB-1750, CB-2500, CB-3250, CB-3500, CB-5000) ranging from 140,000 to 500,000 BTU/hr; waste oil boilers (CTB-200, CTB-350, CTB-500) ranging from 200,000 to 500,000 BTU/hr input; and international models (CB-1500, CB-2500, CB-3500, CB-5000, CTB-350, CTB-500) in 230V/50Hz configuration. The portfolio also includes the Recycling Center (250-gallon storage tank system), distributed AMS Fans (AirMobile, AirFocus), and SunFire Radiant Heaters (SF-80, SF-120, SF-150). Products are sold exclusively through an Authorized Distributor network and are EPA approved, UL listed, and carry international certifications including CE, CSA, GOST-R, and ERMA.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- AMS Fans: High-performance fans distributed by Clean Burn, including AirMobile and AirFocus models for air circulation and temperature equalization.
- SunFire Heaters
Products and services
- CB-140 Waste Oil Furnace The smallest and most economical Clean Burn waste oil furnace, producing approximately 140,000 BTU/hr, designed for small garages, shops, and workspaces.
- CB-1750 Waste Oil Furnace The smallest low-profile waste oil furnace model, producing approximately 175,000 BTU/hr, suitable for facilities generating smaller quantities of waste oil annually.
- CB-2500 Waste Oil Furnace Produces approximately 250,000 BTU/hr; popular at 2 to 4 bay auto repair and truck service shops generating or collecting more than 1,000 gallons of waste oil annually.
- CB-3250 Waste Oil Furnace The largest low-profile waste oil furnace model, rated at approximately 325,000 BTU/hr; UL listed for use as a unit heater or central (ducted) furnace, with a low-profile design ideal for limited ceiling heights.
- CB-3500 Waste Oil Furnace Industrial-grade waste oil furnace for service facilities with four or more bays, generating approximately 350,000 BTU/hr; UL listed for use as a unit heater or central (ducted) furnace.
- CB-5000 Waste Oil Furnace The largest waste oil furnace the EPA allows, generating approximately 500,000 BTU/hr; the choice for large repair and service facilities with multiple bays where larger quantities of waste oil are generated.
- CTB-200 Waste Oil Boiler Waste oil boiler with input rating of 200,000 BTU/hr and output of 148,400 BTU/hr; UL listed for use in central heating systems, with installation flexibility as a single unit or in combination with other boilers.
- CTB-350 Waste Oil Boiler Mid-sized waste oil boiler with input rating of 350,000 BTU/hr and output rating of 260,000 BTU/hr; UL listed for use in central heating systems with installation flexibility.
- CTB-500 Waste Oil Boiler The largest waste oil boiler in the product line with input rating of 500,000 BTU/hr and output rating of 372,000 BTU/hr; UL listed for use in central heating systems, uniquely designed for installation flexibility as a single unit or part of a larger system.
- CB-1500 International Model Waste Oil Furnace Low profile waste oil furnace rated at approximately 150,000 BTU/hr (44 kW), available in 230V/50Hz configuration for international applications; UL and CE listed for use as a unit heater or central (ducted) furnace.
- Recycling Center System State-of-the-art system for collecting, storing, and generating heat recovered from waste oils in combination with Clean Burn furnaces. Provides a 250-gallon storage tank and combines tank and furnace in one convenient unit.
- AMS AirMobile Fan High-performance portable fan designed to move large volumes of air, equalizing temperature and humidity and reducing load on heating and cooling equipment. Features whisper-quiet operation with Kevlar belt-driven technology and industrial-grade castor wheels.
- AMS AirFocus Fan High-performance ceiling/fixed fan with fast, easy installation. Features DIY-friendly Safe Strap installation method for convenient setup.
- SunFire SF-80 Radiant Heater Compact and efficient portable radiant heater operating on diesel or kerosene, delivering 80,000 BTU output with a 6-gallon fuel tank providing up to 10 hours of operation. Designed for maximum portability in indoor and outdoor applications.
- SunFire SF-120 Radiant Heater Advanced portable radiant heater offering 120,000 BTUs and heating up to 2,800 sq. ft. Features Xtreme Clean technology for zero CO emissions, 14.2 gallon fuel tank, and Multi-Lift Bracket. Made in the USA and UL listed for USA and Canada.
- SunFire SF-150 Radiant Heater The most heavy-duty radiant heater in the world, delivering 150,000 BTUs and heating up to 3,500 sq. ft. Features heavy-duty steel construction, 19 gallon fuel tank, high and low settings, and a heated fuel filter for cold startup.
Quantifiable outcome
- ROI achieved in 18-24 months depending on regional temperatures
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Companies that use Clean Burn
Customer profileNamed customers8 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Clean Burn technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Clean Burn partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.
- UOMA (United Oil Marketing Association)minorClean Burn is a proud member of the United Oil Marketing Association, an industry organization supporting oil recycling and marketing efforts.
- EnfiniteminorClean Burn is listed as a proud member of Enfinite, an organization related to energy and infrastructure sectors.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Clean Burn competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Lanair: Lanair manufactures waste oil furnaces and boilers for shop heating, directly competing with Clean Burn's CB and CTB product lines in the same auto-repair and fleet end markets.
- Energy Logic: Energy Logic designs and sells waste oil heating equipment (EL-140, EL-200, EL-375 series) that competes head-to-head with Clean Burn furnaces in the EPA-approved waste oil burner category.
- Thermo-Cell Industries: Thermo-Cell produces waste oil furnaces and boilers serving auto shops, truck fleets, and industrial facilities — a direct competitor in the same EPA-approved on-site used oil combustion space.
- Sierra's Heating & Cooling (Waste Oil Furnaces): Sierra's sells waste oil furnaces and boiler systems targeted at the same auto-repair, fleet, and agricultural segments as Clean Burn, with overlapping value propositions around on-site recycling.
Broad incumbents
- Modine Manufacturing: Modine is a large diversified HVAC and industrial heating manufacturer with unit heaters and boiler technology; it competes broadly in commercial/industrial space heating where Clean Burn plays.
- Reznor (Nortek Global HVAC): Reznor, a brand of Nortek Global HVAC, is a major commercial/industrial gas and oil-fired unit heater manufacturer — a broad incumbent whose commercial heating portfolio overlaps with Clean Burn's shop-heating use cases.
- Detroit Radiant Products: Detroit Radiant manufactures commercial and industrial radiant tube heaters and unit heaters, offering competing heating solutions for shops, garages, and warehouses where Clean Burn's waste oil furnaces are installed.
- Sterling HVAC: Sterling HVAC produces commercial and industrial heating equipment including unit heaters and boilers, serving overlapping end markets such as garages, warehouses, and fleet facilities.
Others
- Safety-Kleen (Clean Harbors): Safety-Kleen, part of Clean Harbors, is the dominant U.S. used-oil collection and recycling service — an adjacent participant whose off-site disposal model competes economically with Clean Burn's on-site combustion value proposition.
- Heritage-Crystal Clean: Heritage-Crystal Clean provides used oil collection and re-refining services to auto shops and industrial customers — a thematic/ecosystem peer whose pricing of waste oil pickup affects Clean Burn's replacement-fuel savings pitch.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Frequently asked questions about Clean Burn
What does Clean Burn do?
Clean Burn manufactures waste oil furnaces (CB-140, CB-1750, CB-2500, CB-3250, CB-3500, CB-5000) rated 140,000–500,000 BTU/hr and waste oil boilers (CTB-200, CTB-350, CTB-500) rated 200,000–500,000 BTU/hr input, plus a 250-gallon Recycling Center system, that burn used motor oils, ATF, and hydraulic fluids to provide free heat for commercial and industrial facilities. The company also distributes complementary AMS air-circulation fans and SunFire radiant heaters. All products are sold exclusively through an authorized distributor network and are EPA approved and UL listed.
Is Clean Burn a public or private company?
Clean Burn is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Clean Burn founded?
Clean Burn was founded in 1979. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Clean Burn based?
Clean Burn is headquartered in Janesville, United States, in the North America region.
How does Clean Burn make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Waste Oil Furnace Sales are the primary driver. The others are waste Oil Boiler Sales, OEM Parts, recycling Center Systems and AMS Fans and SunFire Heaters.
Who are Clean Burn's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Lanair, Energy Logic, Thermo-Cell Industries and Sierra's Heating & Cooling (Waste Oil Furnaces). Broad incumbents are Modine Manufacturing, Reznor (Nortek Global HVAC), Detroit Radiant Products and Sterling HVAC. Others are Safety-Kleen (Clean Harbors) and Heritage-Crystal Clean.
Does Clean Burn have an API?
No public API is recorded for Clean Burn.
What industry is Clean Burn in?
Clean Burn's product category is Waste Oil Heating Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAEAC, Heat Transfer Equipment (Heat Exchangers, Boilers, Condensers), with a secondary code of IMAHADAI, Heat Treatment & Thermal Processing Furnaces (Hardening, Annealing, Induction). Its NAICS code is 332410 and its SIC code is 3433.