The original Feuerring
Indulge in the Swiss art of grilling
Simple and elegant design, sulptural aesthetics and a sensual accent: Who would think that
these words are associated with a barbecue? However, the Feuerring is not only a healthy
grilling device, but also an exceptionel design object for outdoor spaces. Also functioning
as a cosy fireplace, it seeks to celebrate conviviality, indulgence and pleasure in creativity.
„The Feuerring is the patented original; a grilling device with which you can indirectly grill
on a steel ring next to a crackling fire. One simultaneously enjoys convivial gatherings with
guests, puts special emphasis on indulgence and good preparation on valuable ingredients
and allows lives with the strength and creative energy of an archaic fire,“ Andreas Reichlin,
inventor of the Feuerring, says. A true artist since his childhood, his inspiration for art and
the Feuerring stems from nature as reduced shapes, simplicity and perfection play
significant roles in his creations. The Feuerring passes on a big part of Reichlin’s
philosophy of life: sociable and cosy get—togethers with a pristine, archaic form.
Ten years ago, the Swiss steel sculptor had a vision of creating a design object which would
intelligently combine art and functionality, when a personal health encroachment
demanded for new solutions. Reichlin’s stomach had a problem with tolerating barbecued
food from the grillage and thus he searched for an alternative to live his love for fire. He
has found an intelligent solution for everyone sick and tired of steaks, fish or courgettes
with a distinctive charcoal taste by presenting the Feuerring, a beautiful barbeque with an
appealing design. He created outdoor art which enables healthy and delightful grilling
adventures in every season of the year and which is sure to become the centre of attention
at every gathering.
Andreas Reichlin designed a well-shaped bowl constructed from specific alloy steel with a
steelring, which is welded to a 6mm thick bowl. The ring serves as a practical surface to
grill meat, fish or vegetables. With a temperature of approximately 300 degrees Celsius,
the inner side oft he ring is perfect for searing, while the outer side with ist 150 to180
degrees Celsius can be used for slow an gentle cooking. The grilled food is thus never
exposed to the direct fire, and due to a tiny incline in the outer ring, grease and juices run
towards the inside edge of the Feuerring’s grill ring. Andreas Reichlin explains: „Fat which
drips into the embers and then rises as toxic vapours onto the grillables may present a
health risk and it is also not really tasty. The Feuerring is able to give vegetables, fish, meat,
cheese, fried eggs, Swiss hash browns or even raclette its original taste back; everything
succeds easily and without an unhealthy and charred aftertaste.“ One doesn’t need to wait
for the perfect embers with the Feuerring, but rather constantly grill beside a warm and
crackling open fire. This designs an exceptional ambience and mood: sitting together with
friends, exchanging ideas and talking, enjoying conviviality and culinary art. „Our strength
lies in the lived philosophy of indulgence, conviviality, aesthetics and pleasure in creativity,
„ Andreas Reichlin adds.
Topmost level of craftmanship
In his workshop in Switzerland’s Immensee, Andreas Reichlin created the patented
original design made of massive steel plates with a big portion of accuracy and sensitivity
after he worked meticulously on the design for five years straight.
„The Feuerring was created out of passion and not solely launch a new product,“ Andreas
Reichlin explains. Each Feuerring is entirely made by hand and is a true unicum.
The bowl of fire gets produced and welded perfectly into one shape by experieced metal
workers under the supervision of Andreas Reichlin. „We have a small warehouse and can
deliver within three weeks. Our company primarily works with regional ressources,
whether in the production of the Feuerring or the manufacturing of additional products, in
graphics and also in printing. Even our packaging comes from a nearby village and „makes
sense“ as it gets produced in a welfare institution, it is simply unpacked after delivery and
is versatilely useable,“ Andreas Reichlin explains. Inspried by nature and friendship, the
Feuerring’s design is functional and reduced on the one hand, and comprehensively tested
and perfected over many years on the other. The outcome is a product which functions in
all matters, be it grilling, making fire or easy cleaning.
The original Feuerring comes in various diametres and ten slightly varying designs, such as
the Luneli, Luna, Ovum and Gastro. „We have a new model since March – our Tulip. It
comprises of a slightly opened form and is kind of tulip shaped as the name reveals. With a
height of 50cm and a diametre of 110cm it is perfect for a smaller garden,“ Andreas
Reichlin adds. Whether one searches an object for their private garden or for their
restaurant or hotel, the Feuerring is available in almost all dimensions and shapes and
doesn’t leave a wish unfulfilled.
It can even conquer uneven terrain due to an added, special foundation ring. Supplementary
accessories, such as a wire brush for thoroughly cleaning the grilling surface, a cleaning
scraper, a woollen blanket, a cushion or a cube made for either sitting or as a small table
are, of course, available too.
“We appreciate passing on the love of life and values such as friendship,
community, health and mindfulness through our Feuer- ring. We put special emphasis
on authentic- ity and transparency,”Andreas Reichlin con- cludes. The Feuerring is a
beautiful, reduced design bowl with a sensually aesthetic touch for every outdoor area, 100
per cent made in Switzerland. It is a barbeque that enables healthy and tasty grilling. It
also poses as a crackling, archaic fire and is a device that seeks to emphasise
indulgence, cosy con- viviality and simplicity. An impressive objet d’art, an item of utility,
as well as an exclu- sive design object for private or open out- door spaces all year
round, that is what the Feuerring stands for. For exactly these rea- sons, the Feuerring
has found many copy- cats and the market is flooded with plagia- rism. But there is
only one original.