# Super Lightweight Iron Skillets SOLIDteknics' US-ION is a Cooking Skillet is Highly Durable By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-08-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooking-skillet References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/495892923/solidteknics-us-ion-12-light-iron-skillet-wrought?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=solidteknics) SOLIDteknics launches a cooking skillet that is guaranteed to last for multiple generations. Well surpassing its funding goal on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stainless-steel-frypan), the product proves to be in high demand. The US-ION is a kitchen appliance that is incredibly durable, nonstick and lightweight — only half of the weight of traditional [cast iron skillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cast-iron-cookware). The product has no rivets or screws and it boasts a "patented seamless one-piece construction." The cooking skillet is also non-toxic and advertised to be "impossible to break." It comes in a 12-inch size which makes it ideal for both at-home use or camping. The durable cooking skillet is made in the United States with 100% American iron. With an emphasis on performance and comfortability, the US-ION is bound to be a welcomed appliance in the food preparation ritual. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Durable Cookware:** The trend towards durable kitchen appliances provides an opportunity for companies to innovate and differentiate products based on longevity. - **Lightweight Materials:** The lightweight material trend offers a chance for companies to create new products that reduce user fatigue and make tasks easier and faster. - **Seamless Construction:** The seamless construction trend presents an opportunity for companies to create products that are easier to clean and maintain, and eliminate points of failure. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Cookware Manufacturing:** Cookware manufacturers can take advantage of the trend towards durable and lightweight materials, and seamless construction to create high-quality and long-lasting products. - **Camp and Outdoor Equipment:** The lightweight and durable nature of SOLIDteknics' US-ION skillet make it ideal for camping and outdoor use, providing an opportunity for companies in this industry to create similar products that meet the needs of outdoor enthusiasts. - **Kitchen Appliance Retail:** Retailers of kitchen appliances can differentiate themselves by offering durable and quality products like SOLIDteknics' US-ION skillet that cater to consumers who value longevity and performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Durable Bio-Inert Skillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-skillet.md) - [Featherlight Frying Pans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stainless-steel-frypan.md) - [Long-Lasting Discounted Pans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightning-series.md) - [Chemical-Free Frying Pans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solidteknic-aus.md) - [Sustainable Cast-Iron Skillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hornbeam-skillets.md) - [Hardened Titanium Skillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5layer-pan.md) - [Rocket Design-Inspired Skillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fireup-skillet.md) - [Traditional Cast Iron Skillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lancaster-no-8.md) - [Campsite-Ready Iron Skillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yeti-12inch-cast-iron-skillet-kit.md)