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Invitation to Join in Kamado Extruded Coconut & Lump Pallet Order                                  

We are consolidating Kamado Extruded Coconut and Lump Charcoal pallet orders NOW for early spring delivery from our Kamado customers and thought you would like to join in sharing some boxes on this pallet.  As you know, there is a substantial savings in shipping costs by increasing the number of boxes or weight per shipment and by joining others you will save enough in shipping to be able to receive the “Best Charcoal in the World” for no more or possibly much less than a very poor quality briquette or lump charcoal. 

·        The order is taken by Kamado Distribution Company.  Either by Email to sales@kamado.com  or by telephone at 877 257 6871 and/or voice mail message where we will return the call during normal business hours.

·        An invoice will be sent by email indicating the amount boxes ordered, type of charcoal, and the total price which will include all shipping and handling charges.  We will obtain your credit card information at the time of the order and after your approval of the invoice; we will charge a 50% deposit and the balance when the charcoal is ready for shipment. 

·        In the case of truck shipments from our warehouse in San Diego, the tracking information will be available on line at Con-way, Estes website or All Purpose Warehouse.  In the case of Ocean Shipments from our factory in Indonesia, the tracking information is also available online through American President Line’s website.  In both cases you will have the accurate location of your order and an ETA of the delivery.

·        Payment is by credit card or check. 

If you have not used Kamado Charcoal or one of the other types of charcoal and are concerned about the quality, we encourage you to purchase a sample box to determine the excellent quality for yourself before ordering.

New "2008" Model Kamado

2008 Kamado

Kamado Distribution Company is please to announce our new 2008 Kamado.  There are subtitle but important improvements design and formula changes that we have made.  The Kamado’s beautiful exterior shape remains unchanged. Some of the new features are described below. 

·        Increase in Operating Temperature. The “Hot Face” which is described as the inside walls of the Kamado (or other furnaces/kilns) that are subject to extreme heat is now formulated from a ceramic material that can withstand excessive heat and continuous operation.  We have used much the same formula and process that has been highly successful for over 23 years in the Meridian Stoves and Fireplace Inserts.  As you know, our Meridian Stoves are subject to tremendous wood heat and are often used 24 hours a day during winter months.  Many of our Kamados are now used commercially daily and very often by customers subjecting Kamados to very high temperatures in cooking Pizzas and “Flame Searing”.  We decided to use this protective formula for all future Kamados as well as the Meridians. 

·        New Band “Seat”.  On the #5 and #7 Kamados there is a new seat or channel cast into the Lid and Base to hold the heavy bands in place without slipping.  Later “Band Adjustments” will rarely if ever be necessary.  A cautionary tightening of the four band bolts should be done when necessary.

·        Improved Tile Bonding.  New formula and method for setting tile improves tile adhesion.  Sealing the tile is still recommended after initial break-in. 

·        Attention to Details. Tripling the man hours in tiling and finishing details.  Great detail is now taken to complement the aesthetics of the 2008 Kamado. 

·        Highest Standard Fabrication. Stainless Steel fabrication is now “Tig” welded instead of “Mig” welding.  Tig welding requires much more time and skill but results in a much finer in appearance and can be compared to “aircraft quality”. 

·        Stronger Cart.  Metal framework built into the ceramic much heavier.  

·        Stronger Cart Casters.

·        Damper Top.  A new metal alloy is now used to for the Damper Top Rod that helps prevent rust which restricts free turning for temperature control.  A minimum of cleaning/maintenance is still required. 

·        Heaver Heat Resistant Gasket.  The heaver gasket helps the tight seal between the Lid and Base for better heat control. 

·        Additional Handles on Cooking Grill.  Two handles on either side of the cooking grill for removing or setting the grill in place and one handle to raise the “flip up” section to allow access to the firebox and charcoal. 

·        Solid Teak Handle & Knob. 

 New Options: 

·        Built in Temperature Controller Manifold Port. For Guru or other temperature controller there is a manifold built into the base of all Kamados.  A special tile hides the manifold and can easily be removed to install the blower and controls at a later time or factory installed mounting plate. (Picture)

·        Gas Burner Manifold. The Kamado Gas Burner has a receptacle (pipe) that is cast in the base at the appropriate height.  This tube is hidden by tile similar to the temperature controller (Guru or other).  The tile can easily be removed and the new burner can be screwed into the gas valve.  Pictures on request..

·        Gas Burner Accessory. Built in Gas Burn option.  The burner and manifold is mounted on the wall of the base instead of part of the Draft Door. Pictures on request.

·        Heavy Steel Bar Firebox. Heavy steel bar Firebox, in place of ceramic Firebox.

Online Kamado Charcoal Request Form

Kamado Charcoal Price effective March 1st, 2007

Our price for Kamado Extruded Coconut Charcoal (KEC) and Kamado Tamarind Lump (K Lump) is $7.99 per box fob San Diego. This is our lowest wholesale price and a price that will allow a fair retail price throughout the USA, even after shipping costs ARE included. Our volume of shipping has given us excellent shipping discounts, which we in turn are all passed on to our customers. The key to savings is in the total pallet weight or number of boxes shipped. It gets very expensive to ship less than 15 boxes, but less expensive to ship 30 boxes, with a very good rate over 60 boxes per pallet and an excellent rate over 90 boxes. Our office can obtain shipping costs online and provide you with shipping and total costs by email. We sometimes have to obtain the best rates from more than one freight carrier and for this reason it is best to obtain this time consuming information by email rather than tying up your (and our) telephone lines. We look forward to providing shipping quotes, helping organize customer consolidation of pallet orders and working with “Charcoal Kaptains”.

Prices are subject to change without notice anytime before order is received.
 

Meridian Fireplace Insert Frequently Asked Questions

Here is a link to the first draft of FAQ on the Meridian Insert. I hope this information will be a little helpful in answering some questions on the re-introduction of the Meridian Insert. We will include new photo's very soon and more important photos of the installations and comments from the new owners. Thanks for looking, Richard Johnson
http://www.kamado.com/Meridian/MeridianInsertFAQ.htm

Useful Information on Tile Repair and Grouting

While seldom ever necessary, it is is nice to know that if you ever have a minor tile repair or replacement is fast and easy.  If and when you move or a backyard collision occurs you will, with a little have your Kamado looking like new.  Please follow this link:

Repair & Maintenance/MinorTileRepair1.htm