About Selkirk
About Selkirk
Selkirk traces its roots to 1933, when Kelly Sveinson invented the first factory-built, insulated chimney in Selkirk, Manitoba, solving a dangerous problem for wood-burning stove owners who had relied on unsafe masonry or single-wall metal flues. That original design became the template for modern factory-built chimney systems and gave the company its name.
In 1957 Selkirk introduced a rock-wool insulated chimney for solid-fuel appliances, and after an American company acquired Selkirk Metal Products in 1960 the brand expanded across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Today Selkirk manufactures chimney, venting, and air-distribution products for both residential hearth applications and commercial HVAC installations, with more than 80 years of continuous production behind the name.
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Frequently asked questions
What venting products does Selkirk manufacture?
Selkirk produces factory-built chimney systems, gas venting, chimney caps, firestops, and air-distribution components for both residential hearth appliances and commercial HVAC systems. Its product lines cover single-wall, double-wall, and triple-wall pipe configurations for wood, gas, and oil-fired equipment.
Is Selkirk pipe compatible with any wood stove or furnace?
Compatibility depends on the appliance manufacturer's listed clearance and venting requirements, so the pipe diameter, wall type, and UL listing must match the equipment being vented. ChatMRO's search can match a Selkirk part number or an appliance model to the correct compatible pipe and fittings.
Why was the factory-built chimney significant when Selkirk introduced it?
Before 1933, most wood stove installations relied on unsafe masonry flues or uninsulated single-wall metal pipe that posed a serious fire risk. Selkirk's insulated, factory-built design standardized safe clearances and installation practices that are still the basis for modern chimney systems today.
Does Selkirk make products for commercial buildings, not just homes?
Yes, alongside its residential hearth products Selkirk manufactures commercial chimney and venting systems as well as air-distribution components used in commercial HVAC installations. Facilities teams can source both product families through the same brand.
How long has Selkirk been manufacturing venting products?
Selkirk has been manufacturing chimney and venting products continuously since 1933, giving the brand more than 80 years of engineering history. The company now operates manufacturing facilities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.