Really don't check this often. I'm in Versailles, OH. I've owned the Sausagemaker 30 lb unit for about three years. Just a hobby. I own two wineries, and smoke some meat, make some sausage for relaxation. Years ago, I used to own a part-time business in which I did 300 to 350 deer a year, 100 beef, and the same number of pigs as well as wild game. Used to make 10K lbs sausage, hams, jerky, smoke fish, etc. I've been extremely dissappointed with the smoker for the cost. Have already replaced the heating element, now am replacing the pan underneath the heating element. Not enough control. The sides have begun to oxidize underneath the legs, rust underneath...am taking it apart right now, and may add a propane burner to get more precise control.
