WE'VE BEEN MAKING CANDLE LANTERNS SINCE 1971. INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION IS OUR PARENT COMPANY.

UCO stands for Utility, Comfort, and Originality. Founded in Redmond, WA in 1971, we bring nearly 50 years of innovation and manufacturing expertise to the outdoor industry. Each of our products is designed with useful features that make your time outside safer and more comfortable. With products like the Original Candle Lantern that offer great functionality and simplicity or the Stormproof Matches that help you survive the elements, we have grown to become a leading brand in lighting and fire-starting for your outdoor, home, and emergency preparedness needs.