Bull Outdoor Products to make Coleman grills for U.S. market

Casual Living Staff -- Casual Living, 2/15/2012 1:42:55 PM

RIALTO, Calif. — Bull Outdoor Products will begin manufacturing a new line of Coleman BBQ grills including carts, outdoor kitchens and components, under a license from The Coleman Company, Inc.
"We are excited to combine the strength of the Coleman brand with our manufacturing and retail knowledge to introduce a quality grill program into the marketplace," said Frank Mello, VP of sales and marketing, Bull Outdoor Products.
Bull's Coleman Grill division will be headquartered in Athens, Tenn., according to a company announcement. In late 2012 the initial offering will be ready for sale, paving the way for 2013 retailer program launches.
Bull Outdoor Products Inc., a leading innovator and manufacturer of quality branded products developed and
designed for the outdoor living marketplace, sells its products to customers in specialty retail, hearth, hardware, appliance, building materials and the building trade. It supplies markets in the United States, Canada, Europe as well as South and Central America. Committed to providing the most complete line of premium products at value prices in the industry, its specific product categories include grills, cart grills, grilling accessories, rubs, sauces, fire features, outdoor kitchens and their components.
The Coleman Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Jarden Corporation, provides outdoor products including lanterns, stoves, coolers, tents, sleeping bags, airbeds, backpacks, furniture and grills under the Coleman brand. Founded in 1900 and based in Wichita, Kan., Coleman can be found online at coleman.com.