Miele committed the right to Repair

Miele join in Repair day is here, and so is our commitment to a more
sustainable home. In a world where things are often quickly replaced, Miele wants to make sure your appliances stay in great shape for as long as
possible.

That’s why we offer quick and easy troubleshooting support and
make sure our spare parts are available for at least 15 years
through various channels.

Right to Repair

APPLiA’s promotion of International Repair Day , there is something you may not know…

Everyone has a #RightToRepair!

#EUEcodesign rules determine the accessibility and availability of spare parts, depending on the type of repair to ensure it is carried in full safety.

Consumers can perform small repairs or maintenance tasks that would not cause permanent damage to the appliance or endanger the safety of the home. Major repairs instead require the expertise of trained professionals – think of a fridge compressor, for instance.

This way, we guarantee a safe repair that saves money, extends the life of your appliance and is good for the environment

EE branches into ecommerce to sell smart TVs, fridges and kettles

EE will start selling smart fridges, TVs, kettles and fitness products as it branches out into the ecommerce market.

The telco company aims to utilise tactics developed selling its telecoms goods and services to support its venture into consumer electronics.

The move comes after EE was found success in selling video games consoles including Xbox and PlayStation.

The new set of products will be available to purchase online and in some EE stores, including its new EE studios

Haier India introduces 306 Washing Machines Series

Haier has launched its new range of washing machines in India, the 306 series, with industry-first feature Ultra Fresh Air. The machines are priced at an affordable starting price of INR 21,900/- and are available across retail stores. The washing machines offer premium wash and fabric care with new-age technologies, including Oceanus wave drum, Near Zero Preassure Technology, smart fuzzy logic, and auto restart. The smart top-load washing machines come with an elegant soft closing door for added safety while shutting the door of the washing machine

Unieuro invests 60 million to enter the after-sales business

In the “most important acquisition in its history”, the brand acquires 100% of Covercare, a specialist in the repair, refurbishment and installation The price is ’round’: at least 60 million (4.5 immediately, the rest at the closing scheduled for April) plus the cash that will be present in the company plus an earn-out in 2026 with a ceiling of 10 million. But Unieuro felt it had to really go ‘Beyond’ simple retail and enter the refurbished business. It did so by purchasing 100% of Covercare (58 million turnover in 2022), leader in the domestic market of warranty extensions for the repair of mobile phones, portable devices and household appliances, and also active in the installation of air conditioners, boilers and in maintenance

Glem Gas aims to carbon neutrality

Glem Gas is more and more committed in reducing its enviromental impact. The company has recently announced the intention of embarking on the path of carbon neutrality, containing its carbon footprint. As it explains, «to fulfill the process of balancing the carbon dioxide emissions produced and the development of action plans aimed at their compensation, Glem Gas has set itself the goal of obtaining continuous improvements and concrete results for the protection of the environment along its entire supply chain productive, also through raising the awareness of its employees. In doing so, Glem Gas follows and anticipates market progress to guarantee the highest quality even when it comes to attention and respect for the environment; after all, we know that good cuisine is also made up of evolution».

Having therefore established the intention of minimizing the quantity of energy withdrawn from the grid and consequently also reducing CO2 emissions, the next step was to join the project co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund which blends perfectly with the corporate vision of Economy, Society and Environment that Glem Gas has.

During 2023, with the contribution of the ENERGY FUND of the Emilia-Romagna Region, the installation of a photovoltaic system with a power of 399.84kW composed of over 700 panels was carried out and a revamping was carried out on an existing system since 2010 with a power of 150.00kWp, thus implementing 50% energy efficiency for its infrastructures. «This important action allows us to produce clean energy starting from the sun, as it is a natural and renewable source, and more precisely provides: production of 469,740 kWh of electricity every year, corresponding to 70 TOE/year (double compared to what has been produced up to now); reduction of CO2 emissions, more precisely 95.8 t/year of CO2 avoided; reduction of oil consumption in the production cycle, avoiding the annual production of 221,000 liters of oil

Mauro Correia, new CEO of Teka Appliances

The Board of Directors of Grupo Teka Industrial, SA, chaired by Arturo Baldasano, has appointed Mauro Correia as the new CEO of Teka Electrical Appliances, one of the three business units of Teka Industrial, SA, together with Thielmann (containers) and Strohm ( bathroom).

Mauro Correia, until now the group’s

president of international markets, joined Teka in 2016 and has 25 years of professional experience in different industries and top-level companies such as Walmart, Renault or BSH. He is an Electronic Engineer from the Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo and trained in Strategic Business Management at the Fundação Dom Cabral. He has held different positions of responsibility, in commercial areas, marketing, strategy, quality, R&D, and production, also participating in the development of the group’s current strategy. Correia thanked the Council for its trust in him and expressed “His commitment to the project and his conviction in ensuring that the company achieves its objectives and consolidates the achievements achieved in recent years.”

Mauro Correia succeeds Dr. Stefan Hoetzl, who has reported his voluntary resignation as of November 1 “to take on a new professional challenge in an international company based outside of Spain . “

For its part, the Council has reported that Correia’s appointment is an “organic transition that ensures the continuity of the project designed by the current management team. And it demonstrates the resilient evolution of Teka Electrical Appliances, which has increased its operational result in the last 5 years in a very positive way, managing to achieve a result in 2022 similar to the good year 2021 and with a forecast for 2023 close to the previous two years. , in unfavorable market conditions.”

La Brillante from Gaggia

La Brillante by Gaggia Milano ( Evoca Group ) is among the company’s latest innovations in the field of coffee machines for the Out-of-Home sector. It is a fully automatic model , characterized by a contemporary and minimalist design. “La Brillante – the company explains – is equipped with the innovative foam maker, PrimeMilk , and is available in several layouts. In addition to top-quality, hot foamed fresh milk-based beverages, PrimeMilk enables operators to make minute adjustments to the delivering amount of foam electronically, via the 7-inch touchscreen . The same meticulous attention to detail has been applied to ensure that La Brillante is intuitive and easy to use , especially in terms of everyday maintenance , both by technicians and unskilled staff. Thanks to the touchscreen, operators can also set up fully-automated cleaning cycles with just one touch, or access useful troubleshooting tips when technical issues need to be addressed”.

Aarke Kettle

Swedish brand Aarke’s new sleek and modern Aarke Kettle is designed to bring water to a boil in satisfying silence, a stainless steel kettle engineered to elevate the daily ritual of preparing your favorite beverage Sleek, simple to operate, and easy to clean, the Aarke Kettle abides by the notion “less is more,” with nothing extraneous added to its stable cylindrical 2-piece form. The base’s single button controls allows for variable temperature settings – 104°, 167°, 185°, 203°, and 212°F – alongside a memory function for those users who prepare a tried and true favorite tea every morning and want to get quickly to their first sip,The Aarke Kettle’s user interface is pared down to the essential, with an LED temperature indicator allowing for easy temperature selection, while also displaying the temperature as the Kettle cools down.

Hamilton Beach Commercial Summit Edge High Performance Blender

Hamilton Beach commercial have launched the Ultra-quiet blending with advanced Quiet Blend™ Technology. The new Summit Edge (HBH855-UK) is more powerful, quieter, and performs better and faster than its predecessor. It has a more compact footprint and is easier to use.

Blend your toughest recipes with PowerBlend
With a 3.5 HP motor – it is our most powerful blender yet.
Ultra-quiet blending with Advanced Quiet Blend™ Technology
One touch to perfect consistency with Auto Blend
Intuitive touchpad with optimised programming – 6 one-touch buttons, variable speed and pulse function
Stackable 1.4L BPA-Free Co-Polyester container with a mess-free spout for easy pouring and laser-etched measurements
Optimised programming with an easily accessible front-facing USB port.
Programing – available in 11 languages.
Easy-to-use Quiet Shield™ sound enclosure – tool-free assembly and removal for cleaning
Built-in sensors for reliable, long-lasting performance extends clutch lifespan
Durable hybrid drive coupling
Lifetime blade warranty
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