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The power of ceramics

MONOLITH - the power of ceramics

The name MONOLITH is derived from the Greek word "monólithos", which means "single stone". This symbolizes the solid, one-piece ceramic structure of the grills, which is known for its outstanding energy efficiency and stability. The origin: The term "kamado" comes from the Japanese and means "oven" or "hearth".

Thanks to a deliberately chosen, coarser structure, MONOLITH achieves lower thermal conductivity in the ceramic and therefore significantly higher thermal shock resistance.

The MONOLITH grill - durability and efficiency

  • The material

    The design has its roots in Japanese clay ovens, which were prized centuries ago for their stability and energy efficiency and served as a central fireplace for baking and cooking. Modern kamados are no longer made of clay, but of high-quality ceramic, which is much more resistant and optimally meets the requirements for stability and energy efficiency.

  • The microclimate

    The special material properties of ceramic, in particular its excellent heat storage capacity, the tightness of the cooking space and its ability to reflect heat, create a unique microclimate in modern kamados. The dome-shaped design ensures optimum heat distribution. This preserves the moisture in the food and produces particularly juicy, aromatic grilling results

  • The uniqueness

    Thanks to the excellent heat storage capacity of the ceramic and the precise temperature control, a kamado enables up to 24 hours of low-temperature grilling with just 2 kg of charcoal. This efficiency makes the kamado ideal for long, gentle cooking with minimal fuel consumption

  • A craft thousands of years old

    The beginnings of ceramic processing in Yixing go back 5000 years. MONOLITH makes use of this know-how.

  • Molding instead of casting

    A uniform thickness increases stability. The manufacturing processes and tolerances ensure the best results in ceramic production.

  • Better distribution of voltage risk

    The firebox in a MONOLITH ceramic grill consists of 5 separate parts and thus minimizes the risk of stress cracks.

  • Everything under control

    From the selection of materials to drying and firing - all production steps are subject to strict quality control.

  • Guarantee

    MONOLITH offers a lifetime guarantee on the ceramic - for over 15 years. You can rely on that - your barbecue for life!

  • MONOLITH ceramics and glaze

    With MONOLITH, we use a high-quality silicate ceramic in combination with a mineral glaze. We give a lifetime guarantee on the extremely durable, UV and acid-resistant ceramic.

  • Production and origin

    Our grills combine tradition and craftsmanship from Yixing, the home of high-quality ceramics, with the precision and quality standards of German engineering. Production in China, the country of origin of porcelain, guarantees short supply chains for the required raw materials and access to the region's excellent ceramics expertise. By combining precise robotics with elaborate manual work, we are able to guarantee first-class quality at a reasonable price. Production in Europe would currently not be competitive due to the high production costs.

  • From barbecuers for barbecuers

    MONOLITH has always been developed by real barbecue enthusiasts who combine their passion for barbecuing with sound practical knowledge. Since the company was founded, suggestions from professionals have been incorporated directly into every stage of development. The experience of professional barbecue masters and restaurateurs shapes the continuous optimization of MONOLITH systems and guarantees maximum functionality and versatility. This results in products that are perfectly tailored to the needs of the barbecue community.

The kamado principle in a MONOLITH grill - a millennia-old tradition optimized

  • Temperature management with heat reflection

    The fundamental difference to an oven or gas grill is that the MONOLITH uses radiant heat from the ceramic instead of circulating hot air. This keeps the food much juicier and more aromatic.

    The kamado is operated with charcoal and heated by the chimney effect. Air flows into the combustion chamber through the air inlet opening and supplies the embers with oxygen. The exhaust air flows out again at the top via the exhaust air valve.

    The temperature can be set to the exact degree via the supply and exhaust air openings. An effective temperature range of 70-400 °C can be used.

  • Heat-reflecting ceramic

    Thanks to the heat-storing ceramic, very little energy is required to keep the MONOLITH at the desired temperature.

    This means that we can work at low temperatures for up to 24 hours with just 2 kg of charcoal. All conceivable cooking methods can be used in the MONOLITH: Direct grilling, indirect grilling, smoking, braising, drying, cooking, roasting.

    The MONOLITH ceramic ensures that there is always a constant temperature in the cooking chamber and that there are no temperature fluctuations, even with changing or low outside temperatures.

Company history - German Engineering

Matthias Otto discovered ceramic barbecues in the USA in 2008. As a passionate barbecue enthusiast, he was fascinated by their heat retention and versatility. They outperformed conventional smokers and Matthias was certain that his search for the perfect barbecue appliance was over.

As ceramic grills were hardly available in Europe and importing them from the USA was difficult, he decided to develop kamado grills himself. His passion led him so deeply into the subject that the trained textile engineer gave up his father's company to found MONOLITH.

The search for a production facility led him to Yixing, China. There, where ceramics have been made for thousands of years, he found the perfect know-how. Since then, the fusion of traditional ceramic craftsmanship and German engineering has resulted in high-temperature resistant, durable and versatile barbecues that combine tradition, perfection and innovation.

As a German company with headquarters, sales and customer service in Germany, MONOLITH offers the highest quality and customer proximity. Final quality control takes place in Germany to ensure the highest standards.

As a family-run medium-sized company with short service channels, MONOLITH offers fast solutions and personal contact.

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