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Why We Chose an Octopus as Our Mascot

Vintage Gravity Furnace
Diagram of a gravity furnace system, illustrating the flow of hot and cold air through tentacle-like ducts.

The Legacy of Gravity Furnaces

Gravity furnaces, known as “octopus furnaces,” have a rich history. First installed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these systems used natural convection. Warm air rose from the central furnace and spread through the home via large, gravity-fed ducts, resembling octopus arms. These early heating systems laid the groundwork for modern HVAC technology.

The Octopus Furnace: A Symbol of Innovation

The nickname “octopus furnace” perfectly fits these early heating systems. Like an octopus, they were designed to efficiently heat homes using clever design and adaptability. These systems reflect our core values: intelligent design, adaptability, and comprehensive efficiency.

Meet Seraphina: Our Octopus Mascot

At Shelter Air, we chose Seraphina, our octopus mascot, to embody intelligence, adaptability, and environmental consciousness. Octopuses are known for their problem-solving abilities and adaptability, qualities we mirror in our HVAC solutions. Plus, let’s face it, octopuses are just plain cool!

Choosing an octopus as our mascot reflects our values of intelligence, adaptability, and comprehensive service. Like the octopus furnace, Seraphina symbolizes our commitment to innovative, efficient, and environmentally conscious HVAC solutions. At Shelter Air, we create environments where you can thrive. 

 

Octopus logo for Shelter Air
Kimberly Sevilla holding a Shelter Air sign next to a green pickup truck with an illustrated octopus tentacle on the truck bed.

The Spiritual and Symbolic Significance

Spiritually, the octopus symbolizes complexity, mystery, and creativity. It thrives in diverse environments and overcomes obstacles, just as we do at Shelter Air. Seraphina is more than a mascot; she represents our commitment to intelligent, adaptable, and comprehensive HVAC solutions.

Why an Octopus?

  1. Intelligence and Problem-Solving: Octopuses solve complex problems and use tools. Similarly, we find smart, efficient solutions for your home’s heating and cooling needs.
  2. Adaptability: Octopuses adapt to various environments. We tailor our services to meet the unique needs of each home, whether retrofitting a vintage house or designing a new system.
  3. Comprehensive Solutions: The octopus’s many arms symbolize our ability to tackle multiple tasks. From installation to maintenance and repair, we cover every aspect of your HVAC system.
Octopus symbolizing versatility and adaptability, embodying Shelter Air's values.

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