Check Out Our New Brochure - Smoky Lake Maple Products, LLC
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Check Out Our New Brochure - Smoky Lake Maple Products, LLC
SmokyLakeMaple.com / (920) 202-4500 / Understanding Maple Pan Styles Batch Boiling.......................................................... 5 Continuous Flow..................................................... 5 Flue Pan.................................................................. 6 Hybrid Pan vs. Pan Set................................................. 7 Raised Flue vs. Drop Flue............................................ 8 1 Catalog Evaporator Pans Premium Flat Pan [A]........................................ 9-10 Divided Flat Pan (Continuous Flow) [B]...........11-12 Hybrid Pro Pan [C]...........................................13-14 Pan Sets............................... Pictured on pp. 1, 7, 8 We Manufacture FULL Evaporators! (Preheaters, Same Side Reverse Systems, Hoods, Stacks, Insulated Arches with Blowers...) The WORKS! Can’t find what you are looking for? Need a custom size? Contact us! [email protected] / [email protected] See website for more details Filtering/Bottling Cone Filter System [D – E]..................................... 15 Filter/Finisher/Bottler Pan & Accessories [F–M].... 16 Complete Steam Bottler System [N]..................... 17 Water-Jacketed Bottler [O]................................... 18 See website for more details Corsair............................................ Pictured on p. 7 See website for more details [email protected] / Table of Contents Education Maintain Sap Depth Feed Pan [P]......................................................... 19 Float Box [Q]......................................................... 19 Deluxe Sight Glass [R].......................................... 20 Thermometers and Ball Valves Thermometers [S, T]............................................. 21 Ball Valves [K]....................................................... 22 Density Testing Hydrometers [U, V]............................................... 23 Test Cup [W]......................................................... 24 Murphy Compensation Cup [X].......................24-25 Murphy Compensation Float [Y]......................24-25 Auto Draw-Off Systems........................................ 26 Arches and Full Evaporators Silverplate ............................ Pictured on pp. 1, 6, 8 SmokyLakeMaple.com / [email protected] Past, Present, Future....................................3-4 2 Future Look forward to more innovation. More jaw-dropping. More industry firsts. We are just getting started. Jim Schu macher Summer 2015 March 2015 Jan 2015 Nov 2014 Vice President 2014 2014 2011 Smoky Lake Maple Products, LLC is born in a garage in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. 3 2013 Our Steam Bottler System is unveiled. There is no other one like it in the industry. A large Canadian manufacturer mimics our Steam Bottler System. Our new line of premium auto draw-off systems is introduced. Its quality effortlessly eclipses the competition. 2014 A competitor attempts to mimic the valve used in our auto draw-off systems. The Murphy Compensation Cup™ is introduced at the Lake Erie Maple Expo. It is an instant success. Smoky Lake Maple Products moves into its new home at 208 N. 12th St. in Hilbert, Wisconsin. Our new Silverplate Evaporator achieves record-breaking evaporation rates, setting competitors back on their heels. Smoky Lake prepares to set a Guinness World Record. Stay tuned. It’s coming soon! WINTER 2015 Smoky Lake introduces the industry’s first stainless steel Filter Press and GOLD SERIES Syrup Hydrometers. SmokyLakeMaple.com / (920) 202-4500 W e have come a long way in a short amount of time. I’m very proud of our close-knit team of craftsmen and women, and the beautiful, innovative products we have produced. But we wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for you. Your high standards. Your appreciation of the details. We exist because you can identify with our thirst for excellence, and you know high quality when you see it. Thank you for valuing our hard work and supporting products made right here in America. As a token of our gratitude, we will continue to give back through charitable projects such as our recent ALS fundraiser and Honor Flight ... sponsorship. We look forward to exceeding your expectations in 2016 and beyond. This is what it boils down to™ 4 (920) 202-4500 / Understanding Maple Pan Styles SmokyLakeMaple.com / 5 The unprecedented Smoky Lake Silverplate Evaporator [see website] with Drop Flue Pan Set. With Smoky Lake Maple Products, you can expect unparalleled craftsmanship and incredible boiling efficiency. We handcraft each of these mirror finish stainless steel beauties in our shop in Hilbert, Wisconsin. Flue Section Finishing Section Batch Boiling Continuous Flow Flue Pan Unlike divided pans, the entire contents of these flat pans will become syrup at the same time. When the batch has reached 66% or greater sugar density, the fire is extinguished, and the syrup is transferred to a smaller pan for fine-tuning, filtering and bottling. Divided pans contain a series of connected channels. Raw sap is slowly added in the back corner and finished syrup is drawn off periodically from the opposite corner. Benefits of this method include “reversible flow” that reduces sugar sand buildup on the bottom of the pan which can create off flavors or even damage the pan. The bottoms of these continuous flow pans contain several deep “pockets” called flues. The flues enable the pan to extract more of the fire’s heat so that heat won’t be wasted going up the smokestack. This results in a superior boil/evaporation rate. We offer three different types of flue pans: Hybrid Pan (shown above), Raised Flue Pan Set (p. 7) and Drop Flue Pan Set (p. 6 to the right and p. 8). 7 and finishing pan because they are already airtight. • Continuous flow. (See p. 5 and p. 14 for more explanation.) • Cost-effective option for hobbyists. Pan Set • Separate flue pan + finishing pan joined with external fittings. • Finishing pan can be swapped out for cleaning. • More options available such as our same side • • • • • reverse system which decreases sugar sand buildup. Continuous flow. (See p. 5 for explanation.) Raised flue option available (shown on the left). Easier to handle because it can be taken apart. Draw-off boxes. Generally built to be high performing. • Raised flue pans employ an extra float box. This is because the liquid level in the flue pan needs to be higher than the finishing pan to keep the flues submersed. • Drop flue pans can be drained more completely without lifting the pan because there is a drain manifold at the bottom of the flues. In contrast, a raised flue pan is drained via a fitting located on the side of the pan. • Make sure your arch can accommodate the style of flue pan you select. • Drop flues are easier to access from underneath in the event that you would need to brush any ash or other debris off of them. • Hybrid pans are available with drop flues only. The unprecedented Smoky Lake Silverplate Evaporator [see website] with Drop Flue Pan Set. [email protected] • Flue pan + finishing pan all in one. • No external transition fittings which cool sap down. • No need to put gasket between the flue pan Choosing raised flue vs. drop flue generally boils down to personal preference. That being said, here are a few points to consider: SmokyLakeMaple.com / SmokyLakeMaple.com / (920) 202-4500 / Hybrid Pan vs. Pan Set Hybrid Pan 8 [A] SmokyLakeMaple.com [S] 9 2015 was the first year of making maple syrup for the Geaudry family after moving from Montana to their dream hobby farm in Northeastern Wisconsin. The Geaudrys made a simple arch and chimney out of cinder blocks they found in their garage and crowned it with a Smoky Lake 16" x 30" Flat Pan. Making maple syrup was a great learning experience. Not just for us, but also for our kids. — Russell Geaudry Feed Pan and Thermometer are optional. Features • 22 ga. mirror finish • Stainless steel full-port • Full-length • Lifetime warranty stainless steel handles for easy maneuverability draw-off valve on welds • Made in the USA OPTIONAL ADD-ONS • Thermometer port w/ 0–50 Thermometer [S] . ..................................Add 60 • Feed Pan with Valve [P] Discount available: 16" wide, 2.5 gal........ 140 135 2' wide, 5 gal............. 175 135 16"x 30" 2'x2' 2'x3' 2'x 4' 2'x 5' 12.5 gal Amt. of sap 4.1 for 2" depth gal 5 gal 7.5 gal 10 gal 3 – 5+ Est. ave. evaporation gph rate** 4– 6+ gph 6– 9+ gph 8 –12+ 10 – 15+ gph gph Ave. number 1-20 of taps 1– 25 5– 50 10 –75 15 –100 Price 355 399 432 482 350 SAFETY TIP Always keep 1–2" of liquid depth in your pans. Running your pan too shallow can cause damage to your pans. For help maintaining sap depth, see Float Boxes and Feed Pans on p. 19. *Custom sizes available upon request. **The evaporation rates (gallons evaporated per hour) above are estimated. Evaporation rates are influenced by many outside variables and will vary from case to case. SmokyLakeMaple.com / Pan Size* [P] [email protected] / Evaporator Pans With Stainless Steel Full-Port Draw-Off Valve 10 Also known as a Continuous Flow Flat Pan SmokyLakeMaple.com 11 Twist & Sprout Farms was founded in 2013 by Cam and Brielle Pauli. Their growing farm delivers fresh produce to local restaurants. The maple syrup made in their Smoky Lake Continuous Flow Flat Pan is one of their most popular products! A Float Box [Q] and Valve can be added at discount w/purchase of a pan. 340 295 • 22 ga. mirror finish • Two 1/4" NPT • Full-length handles for • Lifetime warranty easy maneuverability • Two 3/4" NPT draw-off ports 2'x4' 2'x 5' Amt. of sap for 2" depth 5 gal 7.5 gal 10 gal 12.5 gal 15 gal Est. ave. evaporation rate** 4– 6+ gph 6– 9+ gph 8 –12+ gph 10 –14+ 12 –16+ gph gph Ave. number 1– 25 of taps 5– 50 10–75 15 –100 20–125 Price 510 575 775 450 2'x 6' 890 Thermometers (p. 21), Ball Valves (p. 22) and Float Boxes (p. 19) sold separately. EFFICIENCY TIP Features stainless steel 2'x3' thermometer ports on welds • Made in the USA By maintaining a consistent sap depth, you can retain an even boil, therefore benefiting evaporation rate and achieving more consistant draw offs. See p. 19. *Custom sizes available upon request. **The evaporation rates (gallons evaporated per hour) above are estimated. Evaporation rates are influenced by many outside variables and will vary from case to case. [email protected] / Evaporator Pans [Q] Cam Pauli standing with his favorite maple tree, Big Bertha. 2'x2' SmokyLakeMaple.com / [B] Pan Size* 12 13 [C] In 2015, they upgraded to the Smoky Lake 2' x 4' Hybrid Pan with Float Box, Auto Draw-Off System and Steam Hood. They had 165 taps and produced approximately 34 gallons of syrup. Features • Two finishing channels • Flue section contains We like everything about making syrup. We have a lot of fun. — Ben Karas eight drop flues and one divider • 3" dial thermometer • 3/4" NPT stainless steel full-port draw-off valve Rod Page prepares their Smoky Lake Hybrid Pan and Auto Draw-Off System for the season ahead. • 22 ga. mirror finish stainless steel • Full-length handles for easy maneuverability • Contoured profile for durability and strength • Extra 1/4" NPT port can be used with an auto draw-off system • Brackets and port for an optional float box Pan Size* 2'x 3' 2'x 4' 2' x 5' 2' x 6' Amt. of sap for 2" depth 10 gal 13.9 gal 17.5 gal 21 gal Est. ave. evaporation rate** 10 – 15 gph 15–20 gph 20– 25 gph 25–30 gph Ave. number of taps 30–100 50–160 75–200 100–300 Price 1300 1575 1825 2050 Float Box (p. 19) and Auto Draw-Off Systems (p. 26) sold separately. Efficiency TIP Rest your pan on a fireproof gasket material such as braided rope to ensure cold air is not pulled underneath your pans into the arch. The cold air will slow your boil. *Custom sizes available upon request. **The evaporation rates (gallons evaporated per hour) above are estimated. Evaporation rates are influenced by many outside variables and will vary from case to case. Proper arch geometry and combustion are extremely important factors. Using a Smoky Lake arch will truly maximize performance. [email protected] / Evaporator Pans Ben, Rod and Kevin are three neighbors in Southeast Michigan who found a great hobby they all enjoy. It all started about four years ago with about 20 taps and a couple of turkey fryers and next thing you know they were all hooked. Maple fever! SmokyLakeMaple.com / SmokyLakeMaple.com / (920) 202-4500 / Evaporator Pans With Stainless Steel Full-Port Draw-Off Valve and 3" Dial Thermometer 14 CONE FILTER SYSTEM [E] Reusable filter bags are a simple, economical way to remove impurities from maple syrup. 16" x 16" x 12" Pan w/Filter Tray and Cover . . . . . 395 [K] These individual components may be purchased separately or see next page for our package deal. Gas Burner with Stand and Regulator [G] . . . . . . . 150 [H] Fitted Steam Tray [H] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Fitted Steam Tray w/Electric Heater . . . . . . . . . . . 300 [G] [L] (Pictured on p. 17 as part of the Complete Steam Bottler System.) Flat Filter Set (1 Orlon, 5 Prefilters. See p. 18.) [I] . . . . . . . 25 0 – 250ºF, 3" Dial Thermometer [J] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 1/2" 8-Quart Orlon Cone Filter Bag [D1] . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Stainless Steel Draw-Off Valve [K] . . . . . . . . . . 25 Tomlinson Valve w/Stainless Steel Fitting [L] . . . . . 65 8-Quart Cone Prefilter Bag (Qty 2) [D2] . . . . . . . . . . 10 15 [F] ADD-ONS for Filter/Finisher/Bottler Pan Smoky Lake Cone Filter Tanks contain threaded ports to accept a thermometer and 1/2" draw-off valve, allowing filtered syrup to be bottled immediately if desired. Cone Filter Tank w/Cover [E] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 [J] 12" x 12" x 10" Pan w/Filter Tray and Cover . . . . . 345 Hang the main filter, made of Orlon [D1], over a clean kettle or inside a Cone Filter Tank [E]. Nest prefilters [D2] inside of the main Orlon filter to prevent the Orlon filter from clogging. When the innermost prefilter bag clogs, simply remove it and the syrup will start flowing again through the remaining prefilters/Orlon filter. [D1] This versatile unit offers both convenience and efficiency. Filter, fine-tune density and bottle your delicious maple syrup all from the same pan. Bottling Valve Reducer [M] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Thermometer and Valve sold separately. See pp. 21– 22. (Add to Tomlinson Valve to assist filling bottles with small mouths.) [M] SmokyLakeMaple.com / [D2] [email protected] / Filtering/Bottling FILTER/FINISHER/BOTTLER PAN [F] 16 SmokyLakeMaple.com / 17 SAVE $ 5 4 [M] Complete Gas-Fired Steam Bottler System . . . . . 725 (Includes the Gas-Fired Burner and Stand shown on p.16.) Complete Electric Steam Bottler System [N] . . . . 750 UPgrades / Add-ons [N] These are variations/additions available for the Water-Jacketed Bottler. These components may also be purchased separately. UPgrades / add-ons These are variations/additions available for the Complete Steam Bottler System. These components may also be purchased separately. Tomlinson Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Add 40 (Added in place of the stainless steel draw-off valve. The Tomlinson Valve is pictured on p. 16.) Bottling Valve Reducer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Add 25 (For use with the Tomlinson Valve. Assists in filling bottles with small mouths. Pictured on p. 18.) [I] [O] Filter Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Add 75 NEW! Every 16" x 16" Filter/Finisher/Bottler Pan includes our redesigned filter tray. This one-piece tray is 100% stainless steel and easy to clean. Works great with our precut flat filter sets [I]! WATER-JACKETED BOTTLER [O] The water jacket prevents sugar sand from developing during heating. Comes with nonskid rubber feet, maple thermometer, positive draining floor, drip resistant bottling valve, adjustable thermostat, lid with handle. 6.5-Gallon Bottler (16" x 12" x 13") . . . . . . . . . . . 1125 16-Gallon Bottler (21" x 16" x 17") . . . . . . . . . . . 1490 (Use w/flat filters to filter hot syrup as it is being poured into the bottler. Not pictured.) Set of Fitted Flat Filters [I] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Add 25 (Includes 1 Orlon base filter and 5 prefilters) Bottling Valve Reducer [M] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Add 25 (Assists in filling bottles with small mouths) 3000 Watt, 240 Volt Heating Element . . . . . . Add 150 (Replaces the standard 1500 watt, 120 volt element. The 3000 watt element enables you to reheat cold syrup faster. Please note that cord is not included with the 3000 watt elements since outlet styles vary. Cords available at your local hardware store.) [email protected] (920) 202-4500 / Filtering/Bottling Includes 16" x 16" x 12" Filter/Finisher/Bottler Pan (13-gallon capacity) with Filter Tray and Cover, Stainless Steel Draw-Off Valve, 0 – 250ºF Dial Thermometer and one of two heating apparatus options (gas or electric). PACKAGE DEAL! SmokyLakeMaple.com / Complete steam bottler system 18 19 [ P] Monitor sap depth in your pans at a glance. Even when there is a rolling boil, sap in the Deluxe Sight Glass will remain steady and easy to read. Trickle raw sap into the main boiling pan to maintain sap depth while boiling. Steam from the main pan helps warm the raw sap inside the feed pan. FEATURES Float box w/attachments [Q] Regulates the amount of raw sap being introduced in the main boiling pan to precisely maintain your desired depth at all times. NOTE: The attachments will vary based on the type of pan you are using it with. (Flat Pan, Hybrid Pan, Raised/Drop Flue Pan Sets or custom retrofitting) • Fire-polished, shatter-resistant glass • Self-apply sticker ensures perfect calibration Discounted with purchase of a Smoky Lake Flat Pan! See p. 10. 16" wide (2.5-gallon capacity) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 2' wide (5-gallon capacity) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 for each and every setup [ R] • Solid stainless steel base with anti-turbulance orifice • Isolation valve and drain valve: Allows you to drain the syrup from the glass to prevent damage in freezing temperatures • Can be attached to a Smoky Lake Float Box [Q] To learn more, scan this QR code with your smartphone or go to snipurl.com/floatbox (as shown) or directly to the side of any evaporator pan with a 1/2" port Deluxe Sight Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Float Box for Smoky Lake Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 Float Box w/ Custom Fittings . . . . . . 310 (Estimated) Can be connected to a Smoky Lake Float Box or directly to the side of an evaporator pan with a 1/2" port Contact us for custom items: [email protected] [Q] SmokyLakeMaple.com / SmokyLakeMaple.com / (920) 202-4500 / Maintain Sap Depth FEED PAN w/stainless steel draw-off valve [P] [email protected] / Maintain Sap Depth DELUXE SIGHT GLASS w/attachments [R] [Q] 20 SmokyLakeMaple.com / 21 3" Dial Thermometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Smoky Lake offers the widest selection of dial thermometers in the industry. [ K] [ T] 5" Dial Thermometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Many stem lengths are available: 6", 9", 12". Threads are 1/4" NPT. Stainless steel DRAW-OFF VALVES [K] THERMOMETERS, 0–250ºF SCALE [T] These ball valves are food-grade stainless steel, NOT nickle-plated. They are also full-port, meaning the port is unrestricted when in the open position. Handles are coated for comfortable grip. To maintain the high quality of your product, use this thermometer while bottling. The maple syrup should be between 180ºF and 200ºF to neutralize bacteria. 2" Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Stem length: 6" Thread size: 1/4" 3" Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Stem lengths: 4" or 6" Thread sizes: 1/4" or 1/2" Thermometers are factory calibrated. A screw located on the back of the thermometers enables easy adjustments. 1/2" NPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 3/4" NPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 1" NPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 11/4" NPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 11/2" NPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Making maple syrup started out as a family affair for the MacDougalls ... but these days it is just Robert’s loving wife who assists him with this addiction. On March 1, 2015, the MacDougalls tapped about 100 trees between their property and two of their neighbors’ property. Weather did not cooperate well in 2015, but that did nothing to hamper their itch to make syrup again in 2016! And they’ll be adding 50 more taps too! Wow... When you uncrate your very own SL pan it’s kinda like opening the Holy Grail. I think it was actually emitting its own light! — Robert MacDougall [email protected] / Valves (920) 202-4500 / Thermometers Great for monitoring syrup progress while you are boiling. Maple syrup finishes at 7ºF above the boiling point of water, noted with the bold “7” on the dial face. [ S] SmokyLakeMaple.com / THERMOMETERS, 0–50 SCALE [S] 22 23 66º – 67º BRIX Excellent! Above 67º BRIX Crystals will form. hydrometers Standard Syrup Hydrometer,10" [U] . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 GOLD SERIES Syrup Hydrometer, 10" [V] . . . . . . . 35 Sap Hydrometer, 10" length, 0 –10 BRIX . . . . . . . . 30 Sap Hydrometer, 7" length, 0–12 BRIX . . . . . . . . . . 20 UPGRADE: Vermont State Certification . . . . Add 6 [ V] BENEFITS OF THE GOLD SERIES HYDROMETER 1. FOOD GRADE Weighted with a special tin alloy. NOT lead. 2. DURABLE Competing hydrometers have a pointy bulb which are more prone to breakage. 3. LEGIBILITY Our redesigned scale is easier to read and is exclusive to Smoky Lake Maple Products. 4. DUAL DECLARATION Both the BRIX and the Baume scale are displayed. 5. COMPATIBLE Works great with the Murphy Compensation Cup or Float. A hydrometer’s buoyancy is determined by TWO things: sugar density and temperature. Smoky Lake has manufactured/invented several new products to assist with hydrometer readings so you can easily achieve perfect density every time! [email protected] / Density Testing Below 66º BRIX Not maple syrup yet. [ U] See p. 25 to learn more. Compensation Cups and Floats Test Cup w/Etched Compensation Chart [W] . . . . 25 No more hunting down your compensation chart! Now the chart is etched right into the side of the cup! Murphy Compensation Cup [X] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 See p. 25 for more information. Murphy Compensation Float ™ [Y] . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 See p. 25 for more information. [ X] [ W] NOTE: • The standard depth of our test cups is 9." Custom depths are available upon request. • The products on this page are recommended for use with a hydrometer with BRIX scale that was calibrated at 60ºF. [ Y] SmokyLakeMaple.com / SmokyLakeMaple.com / (920) 202-4500 / Density Testing For the highest quality, your maple syrup’s sugar density must be between 66º and 67º BRIX. (Vermont standard is 66.9º BRIX.) If sugar density is too high, crystals will form on the bottom of your containers. 24 MURPHY COMPENSATION CUP Improved Method #2 MURPHY COMPENSATION FLOAT MAPLE SYRUP Quicker. Safer. Smarter. SmokyLakeMaple.com / (920) 202-4500 / Density Testing [ A ] Simplicity Auto Draw-Off System 25 A B C Customizable temperature settings a a a Soft open and close draw-off to prevent surging and mixing a a a Food-grade, stainless steel draw-off valve a a a Auto draw-off bypass switch to open valve at your command a a a Food-grade, stainless steel syrup probe a a a Audible alarm a a a a a a a a a Alarm mute switch Status lights The dial on the Murphy Compensation Cup/Float tells you where your hydrometer will float if the syrup is perfect density (66.9º BRIX). The dial makes this calculation based on your syrup’s current temperature. NO MORE CLUMSY THERMOMETERS! NO MORE CONFUSING CHARTS! NO MORE TEDIUM! Patent Pending. [ C ] Great Lakes Guardian Auto Draw-Off System [ B ] Crescendo Auto Draw-Off System World’s Best Auto Draw-Off Systems! Accessory outlet (Activates with the alarm) a Customizable stack temperature gauge 2-year limited warranty a a a 495 750 975 [email protected] / Auto Draw-Off Systems COMPETITOR TEST CUP Improved Method #1 FEATURES SmokyLakeMaple.com / Outdated Method MAKE AWESOME 26