Imperial CIRB-36 Radiant Chargrill | Gas Commercial Chargrill

The Imperial CIRB-36 is a heavy-duty gas radiant chargrill built for continuous commercial use. It operates through a combination of radiant heat and conduction, delivering the high surface temperatures needed to produce clean char markings and properly sealed, flavourful results across meat, fish, and vegetables. The unit spans 36 inches of cooking width and is constructed throughout with heavy-gauge materials intended to withstand the demands of a working professional kitchen.

In service, the slanted cooking surface creates natural temperature zones across the grill, giving chefs a degree of control over cook speed without moving product off the heat entirely. The cast iron top grates retain heat well and recover quickly between portions, which matters during a busy cover period when the grill is loaded and cleared repeatedly. The reinforced cast iron radiants are positioned to prevent burner clogging and distribute heat evenly across the cooking surface, reducing the risk of uneven browning or cold spots under load.

From an operational standpoint, the design is practical to maintain during and after service:

• Cast iron grates, radiant covers, and stainless steel burners all remove without tools for cleaning
• Each grate blade features a cast-in grease trough that channels fat toward the front grease gutter, limiting flare-up during cooking
• A full-width grease gutter and large removable drip pan simplify end-of-service cleaning
• Insulated cook top helps conserve energy during sustained use
• Stainless steel front, sides, and landing edge with welded seams support durability and hygiene standards

Installation requires a suitable gas supply and appropriate ventilation. The unit needs to sit within a properly specified extraction canopy — natural ventilation is not sufficient for a chargrill producing this level of radiant heat and combustion by-product. Space should be allowed around the unit for safe operation and access during cleaning. As with any open-flame grill, local building and gas safety regulations apply, and installation by a Gas Safe registered engineer is required.

The CIRB-36 is well suited to restaurants, steakhouses, pub kitchens, and contract catering operations where chargrilled dishes form a regular part of the menu and throughput is consistent across service. It offers a solid cooking width for medium to high-volume service. Kitchens with lighter or more occasional use may find a smaller unit more practical, while very high-volume or continuous operations may benefit from a larger or multi-burner configuration.

If you're unsure whether this model is the right fit for your kitchen layout and service style, the team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit to a purchase.