Condar Company is one of the leaders in the hearth industry. Founded more than 25 years ago, the company was developed to be the first practical high-temperature thermometer for woodstoves. Condar's design for a thermometer can be mounted on the hot surface of a stovepipe, while still recording accurate temperatures. The company was awarded a United States Patent do to this invention. Condar offers a variety of designs suitable for any woodstove installation and is used by millions of homeowners throughout the world. The company s products are known for durability and accuracy. Condar markets other products, as well. Some of the company s other products include a line of EmberGard Patio Fireplaces, wood slings and WeatherProof Totebaskets. The product line also includes the company s patented Half Kettle, specifically designed to fit on the narrow ledges of insert woodstoves and replacement screens for fireplaces.