You might have seen their quirky names like the Chimp (a portable pellet grill) or the Silverbac (their workhorse). These aren’t generic boxes stamped in China. Every Chimp and Silverbac is fabricated, welded, and assembled in Holland, Michigan, using American and imported components.
Even the company’s customer service team is based there, so if you call with a question about a smoky startup, you’re talking to someone who probably walked past the assembly line that morning. It’s a human connection, not a robotic voice menu.
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A Little American Pride, Without Being Preachy
Look, nobody’s saying you have to wave a flag every time you flip a burger. But there’s something quietly satisfying about knowing your grill was put together by real people who earn a fair wage. It’s like choosing a local brewery over a national brand—the taste is the same, but the story is richer.
And when you’re hosting a cookout, you can casually mention, “Yeah, it’s built in Michigan,” and watch your friends nod like they’re in on a secret. It’s a flex, but a warm one.
