A History of Innovation
TEC® invented the first gas-fired infra-red burner in this country in the early 1960's. TEC then invented the infra-red gas grill. In 1980, we introduced the first stainless steel gas grill and the first with a concealed gas tank. Our flavor-enhancing channeled cooking grid system followed. Then, we developed the first portable infra-red gas grill and the first electric infra-red cooking system.
Throughout our site you'll see that our commitment to innovation continues with a new, patent-pending all stainless steel infra-red burner and a virtually flare-proof cooking system. Again, TEC is raising the bar and redefining outdoor grilling: preparing great tasting food in the comfort of your own home.
TEC Timeline:
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1961 Infra-Red:
Patented the first ceramic infra-red burner in the U.S. This device is widely used in commercial cooking and has exploded into the residential gas grill scene. |
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1980 Breakthrough Firsts:
Introduced the first infra-red gas grill with the following innovations:
- Flavor-enhancing channeled cooking grid design
- Gas tank concealed inside grill cabinet
- First all-stainless-steel gas grill
- First deep fryer attachment for gas grill
- First frying griddle attachment for gas grill
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2000 Improvements:
Introduced the first infra-red grill to employ radiant glass emitter panels to permit cooking with virtually 100% infra-red energy. TEC also introduced its innovative upscale, all-metal "Ultimate Island" build-in enclosures and the first portable infra-red gas grill for table-top use. |
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2002 Mobile Technology:
Introduced the first electric infra-red grill in a portable, tabletop model. |
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The 2005 Grilling Revolution:
TEC began the next revolution in grilling with its introduction of a virtually flare-proof, infra-red gas grill that employs a new, more durable all-metal infra-red burner, distributes 100% infra-red energy with complete uniformity of heat across the cooking surface and provides an enhanced charbroil taste. Winner of Hearth & Home magazine's 2005 Vesta Awards for Best New Gas Barbecue and Best New Outdoor Room Product. |
