Abstract: A system is provided for burning gaseous fuel in a burner which defines a first combustion zone and a second combustion zone, the zones being in communication so that materials from one zone can have access to the other. First and second conduits deliver gaseous fuel to the first and second zones, and are provided with first and second flow control valves, respectively. A third conduit allows pressurized air from a source of air to flow through the first combustion zone such as to discourage materials from the second combustion zone from entering the first combustion zone, and a fourth conduit does the same for the second combustion zone. The third and fourth conduits have third and fourth control valves, respectively.

Abstract: A candle embedded with metal particulates is provided that includes a candle body, one or more wick wells, and one or more wicks. The candle body is formed of a moldable and combustible material, such as paraffin or wax. Additionally, the candle body includes a plurality of metal particulates disposed within the moldable and combustible material. Each wick is disposed within a wick well which is essentially a region of moldable and combustible material that is devoid of metal particulates so as to promote more uniform burning of the candle. Preferably, the metal particulates are aluminum wedge shaped flakes. The function of the metal particulates is threefold: 1) they maintain the shape and size of the candle throughout its burn life; 2) they conduct heat from the flame throughout the candle body to permit melting and flowing of liquid wax throughout the candle body to the wicks; and 3) they reflect the candle flame light from the top surface of the candle.