True Residential is expanding its footprint in the commercial, residential and outdoor kitchen markets through a strategic partnership with Caliber grills—a brand known for its superbly crafted professional grills and precision grilling expertise. True Residential will now be the sole manufacturer of Caliber grills, solidifying its full-service outdoor kitchen offerings.
The Rockwell Social Grill, a 360-degree walk-around grill, will be the first grill released by True Caliber. Envisioned by David Rockwell, design legend and founder of the iconic cross-disciplinary architecture and design firm, Rockwell Group, the namesake grill will initially be available in four sizes (36, 42 and 48 inches and a 60-in. freestanding) and will offer the choice of propane or natural gas, grill or griddle, and stainless steel or any of True’s curated color and hardware solutions. The Rockwell grills feature a fully retractable “disappearing” lid equipped with a special counterbalance mechanism that ensures smooth transitions when opening or closing.
In addition to the advancements to production True is implementing, the grills will be outfitted in True’s 300-series stainless steel and will come equipped with industry-exclusive 20,000 BTU patented Crossflame burners plus radiant technology (the griddle will boast 15,000 BTU Crossflame burners). True Caliber also decreased the depth of the Rockwell by 3 inches—allowing the grill to fit in 24-in. deep cabinets, along with a few additional advancements, such as replacing the gas valve springs with durable Weber Knapp hinges that perform well in all types of weather, and angling the pitch of the firebox at a steeper angle to improve grease management and flow.
The benefits to the True Caliber partnership are multifaceted. It delivers Caliber access to True’s top-of-the-line sheet metal fabrication equipment and meticulously finessed specialty paint operations, as well as the ability to have key PVD hardware components engineered in-house, for complete quality control. Synchronized short lead times, premium commercial-grade materials and performance, an expanded distribution network and access to unparalleled customization options, are just a few of the additional advantages. Moreover, with True’s undercounter units—which are UL-rated for outdoors—the capability to create a show-stopping, all-inclusive and cohesive outdoor kitchen program is unrivaled.
The Caliber grills are available in any of True’s Build Your True Program of curated custom finish and hardware options. With True’s unveiling of its striking new olive finish, designers and homeowners will have a choice of 84 alluring color combinations.
