There are a few subtle differences between the stainless steel APEX grill and the aluminum models like the EPIC and HERITAGE. The most notable difference however has to do with the BTU usage. The crack service department technical advisors had this to say when asked about why stainless steel uses less BTU’s:
"BTU ratings are simply a calculation based primarily on gas pressure & orifice size, or the amount & type of gas burning per hour (heat output per hour). Since stainless steel retains heat better than the other grill materials, it requires less gas to heat SS grills to the same temperature. Therefore, SS grills are intentionally designed with a slightly smaller orifice in the gas valve than black grills. You could say that SS grills get better "gas mileage" than black grills. All full sized Holland grills, no matter which material, are designed to heat to the SAME temperature. It is TEMPERATURE that cooks your food, not BTU's."
Other model differences are as follows. The APEX model supplies:
1. Towell-bar Stainless Steel handle for easy lifting.
2. Stainless Steel cooking grid is guaranteed for the life of the grill.
3. NuStone side shelves safe for direct food contact.
4. Woodchip drawer for smoking.
5. Rotary spark ignition system for easy lighting.
6. Smooth powder-coated textured steel cabinet for a classy look and easy cleaning.
7. Convenient front-door access with utensil storage on the door.
8. Heavy-duty casters (two locking) for easy moving on the deck.
9. Solid one-piece steel base.
10. Other features not shown--Grill temperature thermometer in the lid; Back panel for extra sturdiness and a finished look; Aluminum, no-rust drip pan.
This grill is considered top of the line in Holland’s grill offerings. Stainless steel and the patented Holland Grill no flare-up cooking system make a great combination!
The HERITAGE model is the lightest grill weighing in at 84 lbs. Other features include:
1. Grill top is heavy aluminized steel for long life.
2. Side shelves are constructed of polypropylenes, approved for direct food contact.
3. Large stainless steel cooking grid is guaranteed for the life of the grill. It will easily hold two turkeys or four chickens.
4. All NEW aluminum bottom shell won't rust or burn out.
5. Rotary spark igniter for easy lighting.
6. One temperature setting eliminates guesswork.
7. Just close the drain valve, fill the aluminum drip pan with water and you've got a great steamer or slow cooker.
8. Two-wheel cart design allows for easy moving over rough surfaces.
This grill cooks with the convenience of an oven while giving you that great distinctive Holland Grill outdoor flavor – all without the hassle of flare-ups.
Finally, the EPIC model has the following features:
1. Grill temperature thermometer in the lid.
2. Towel bar Stainless Steel handle for easy lifting.
3. NuStone side shelves safe for direct food contact.
4. Woodchip drawer for smoking.
5. Rotary spark ignition system for easy lighting.
6. Hammered textured powder-coated side panels for easy cleaning and a classy look.
7. Convenient front-door access with utensil storage on the door.
8. Heavy-duty casters (two locking) for easy moving on the deck.
9. Solid one-piece steel base.
10. Cast iron burner guaranteed for the life of the grill!
11. Other features not shown--Stainless Steel cooking grid; Back panel for extra sturdiness and a finished look; Aluminum, no-rust drip pan.
This grill features a heavy-duty cast iron burner, guaranteed for the life of the grill. New look, same great no flare-up grilling.
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What makes the stainless steel Apex so different from the Heritage and the Epic grills?
