Championship-Grade Competition Smokers: Built to Win at Every Level
Master the Circuit With a Smoker Engineered for Precision and Consistency
Whether you are preparing for your first local cook-off or you are a seasoned veteran chasing a national title, building a reputation on the BBQ circuit requires one thing: the ability to deliver a perfect, repeatable result. At American Barbecue Systems, we believe your equipment should be just as refined as your award-winning recipes.
You have probably spent years developing your favorite barbecue recipes. You’ve identified the best sources for the foods you want to smoke or grill. Your equipment should be just as well thought out to take your barbecue to the next level.
You need equipment that is reliable, portable and durable. American Barbecue Systems offers customizable smokers for competitions designed with competition in mind. ABS smokers are proudly made in Kansas City of American made steel. See our full product lineup and customize to suit your competition needs.
You can be confident that our smoker systems will produce the unforgettable and delicious dishes that will help you grow your culinary reputation and win awards.
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Advantages of Catering With an ABS Smoker:
- Made in the USA with American Made Steel
- Customizable for that Competitive Edge
- Smoke and Grill Your Meats
- Take Your Smoker on the Road: Portability
Common Questions About ABS Smokers
- Do ABS Smokers come with a Rotisserie?
- Is There an ABS Smoker for My Preferred Fuel Source?
- What Makes ABS Smokers Better for Competition?
The Advantages of Smokers for Competitions from ABS
Made in the USA With American Made Steel
Every American Barbecue Systems smoker is manufactured in Kansas City, KS in the USA using American made steel. We take pride in creating quality, innovative smokers that are built for your catering business to last. An investment in an ABS smoker for your catering business will give you peace of mind that you will be grilling or smoking meats that are consistently delicious, for a very long time!
ABS Smokers are Customizable to give you that Competitive Edge
When you are looking for the elements you want to showcase for your competition smoked meats, you have definite ideas about how to make your barbecue creations stand out. Our smokers can be customized to your exact specifications to include different fuel source types, modifications to the design, multiple smokers in one compact unit, and more.
Are you proud of the witty name of your competition team? We can customize your smoker to include branding elements that will make your machine get noticed and be recognizable as you head out to competitions. Below, you can see some examples of customized smokers, including customized branding.
ABS Gives You the Ability to Smoke and Grill Your Meats
American Barbecue Systems smokers for competition are versatile and allow you to not only smoke meats, but you can also grill them. With so many design options to choose from including both vertical and offset smokers, we are confident that you will find the perfect combination of specifications to fit your competition needs perfectly! We understand that as a competitor, you are looking to consistently deliver your own specific flavor profile and create the perfect barbecue for every competition.
Take Your Smoker on the Road to Events: Many Trailer Options Are Available!
A very important part of entering barbecue competitions, perhaps one of the most important elements, is being mobile. You and your equipment need to be ready to roll. That is why at American Barbecue Systems, we offer many options for your smoker to be made portable, including different trailer configurations to keep you on the move. We also offer models with legs and mounting pads. Get set up wherever the competition may take you and serve up the best smoked meats each time!
Common Questions We Get About ABS Smokers for Competiton
Do ABS Smokers Come With a Rotisserie?
The answer is YES! Many of our models are available with stainless steel rotisserie, as we know many barbecue chefs and cooks prefer this method of smoking meats for competitions. There are several models available, and remember we can also customize your set-up to include additional cooking methods and fuel sources.
Is There an ABS Smoker Available for My Preferred Fuel Source?
At American Barbecue Systems, we understand that part of what makes your barbecue unique and memorable is how you choose to smoke and/or grill your meats. Being memorable, creative (and consistent!) is why you compete and win! That is why we offer various options for your fuel source preferences that include:
- Pellet Systems
- Wood Burning
- Gas/Propane options
- Charcoal options
What Makes ABS Smokers Better Than the Competition
American Barbecue Systems was established in 2006 to build the best smokers possible, taking the cumulative knowledge and experience from years in the barbecue smoker industry as well as our love for competition barbecue cooking, to bring superior products to market. We are proud of our roots in Kansas City – home to some of the best barbecue and smoked meats on the planet. If you’ve got a genuine love for barbecue, joining a competition can take your passion to the next level. Check here for a competition near you and get in on the game!
