Top 5 Burner Performance Drivers
From flame shape to fuel efficiency, this week’s Top X breaks down the five most important factors drive burner performance. We're spotlighting the brands that deliver power with purpose — not just raw BTUs, but smart engineering that makes heat usable. If you're still selling off spec sheets, you're missing the point. This is where real cooking performance begins. [Updated: May 7, 2025 at 2:41pm ET]

Top X is your go-to resource for exploring key appliance features across multiple manufacturers — without comparisons or rankings. We provide curated examples to help sales professionals introduce innovative features with confidence. Each episode focuses on specific technologies — such as advanced drying systems, smart cooking modes, or specialized wash cycles — highlighting where these innovations can be found without overwhelming side-by-side comparisons. Top X equips you with the knowledge to start meaningful conversations and guide customers toward the right appliances for their needs.
Related programming
BTU Ratings
Are We Selling Power or Actual Cooking Performance?
BTU Ratings
This week we challenge one of the most overused selling points in the appliance industry: BTU output. We’ll unpack what those numbers actually mean (and don’t), explore how burner design affects cooking results, and give you the insights you need to shift the conversation from spec-chasing to real performance.
Top 5 Burner Performance Drivers
From flame shape to fuel efficiency, this week’s Top X breaks down the five most important factors drive burner performance. We're spotlighting the brands that deliver power with purpose — not just raw BTUs, but smart engineering that makes heat usable. If you're still selling off spec sheets, you're missing the point. This is where real cooking performance begins. [Updated: May 7, 2025 at 2:41pm ET]
Beyond the Burners: What BTU Ratings Don’t Tell You
This week on Steel Cod Live!, Anthony, Tom, and Jon wrap up the burner performance conversation with a real-world look at BTUs, flame design, and what actually matters at the point of sale. From spec myths to simmer stability, this episode brings the whole week into focus — and gives you the talking points to turn raw numbers into smarter sales.