Lake Effect

Courtney Mueller -- Casual Living, 3/1/2006 12:00:00 AM

The HPBExpo moves westward this year to Salt Lake City, a metropolitan city known for having the friendliness of a small town. Nestled in a valley at the foot of the Wasatch and Oquirrhs Mountains will be plenty of new product from the hearth, patio and barbecue industries. And don't forget to visit the outdoor burn area to test innovations for yourself with some tasty treats.

Consumers can determine the proper temperature and cooking time with the BBQ Wireless Thermometer with remote pager from Chaney Instrument Co. It provides an instant read-out of inner food temperature during a cooking cycle and an automatic alarm when food reaches a set temperature.

The Grand Lion decorative fountain from Cal Spas is made of high-density polyurethane casting and comes in a multicolor earth tone or California finish, highlighted by a freestanding design and helpful splashguards to keep water in and debris out.

From The HammockSource, the Original Pawley's Island Rope Hammock introduces a new look for the classic with an interlaced two-tone Duracord rope, two-person lounging and solid oak spreader bars.

Napoleon's Prestige Series Infrared Sizzle Zone grill has an ultra high heat ceramic burner with a stainless steel cooking system on the other half of the grill.

From Bull Outdoor Products, the Gourmet Q Island may be customized to meet a variety of needs so consumers can create an outdoor oasis.

From Manchester Tank, the Sureflame propane cylinder is pressure-regulated to let gas barbecuers know when gas is needed, regardless of liquid level or outdoor temperature.

The Discovery Plus 5 Burner Roaster from BeefEater features a double insulated stainless steel roasting hood, a durable fold-down front stainless steel shelf and a fully enclosed powder-coated metal cabinet, plus a stainless steel side burner offering an additional 12,000 Btus of external heat.

In Summer Classics' Winter Classics line, a leaded glass screen features beveled glass to provide a fiery mosaic indoors and out.

The Outback Lounger by Outback Chair comes complete with a footrest and hardware to mount from a beam, ceiling or tree, and is highlighted by wide laminated Indonesian hardwood arms.

The Performance Series of gas grills by Capital Cooking Equipment includes 30-, 40- and two 52-inch models with or without an integrated side burner at 30,000 Btus total.

O.W. Lee's Party Pit features hand-wrought detailed legs that support a functional base for storing propane tanks or firepit logs, along with a crafted mosaic or granite hearth, Lazy Susan or alternative table top.

Butterflies in earthy shades of brown, gold and green grace WeatherPrint art from Open Air Designs, reproductions of fine art printed on weather-resistant canvas.

Twin Eagles' Pinnacle Series includes custom-designed stainless steel hexagonal grates, two concealed storage drawers, spice tray, fold-down side shelves and a pull-out tank tray.

The Super Smoker Kit from BBQr's Delight features four one-pound bags of the most popular pellet flavors — hickory, mesquite, apple and Jack Daniel's — and a cast iron smoker pot and lid.

Algarve quartz electric heaters from Schaefer Ventilation Equipment are suitable for indoors and out, cover a 10-foot area and are enclosed in an attractive and weatherproof casing with safety glass protecting the heat lamp.

The Fire Magic Monarch Magnum gas barbecue from RH Peterson is available as a built-in or a portable version, featuring a seamless face and rounded corners. It includes a built-in digital meat and grill thermometer with a remote receiver.