Bosch Group completes largest acquisition and signals intent to grow HVAC business

The acquisition of the residential and light commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) business from Johnson Controls and the acquisition of the Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning joint venture were completed as scheduled on 31 Jul With the new lineup, Bosch wants to grow significantly faster than the global HVAC market. According to Bosch estimates, this will increase by up to 5% every year until 2030

Electrolux new cooker hood

The cooker hoods in the new Electrolux Kitchen Range are not just our most striking, theyโ€™re also our most energy-efficient to date. This combination of understated design and leading edge technology makes them perfect to fit seamlessly into your next kitchen project.

The range-leading Electrolux 900 AutoSense Hood has advanced sensor technology that can intuitively detect steam, grease and odours, then automatically adjusts the fan power to freshen and clean the kitchen air. All while using our most energy-efficient motor and reducing energy use by up to 48%.

Personalisation and customisation of the kitchen ambiance is enabled by AuroraTechยฎ, automatically adapting the colour and intensity of the hood’s light according to usage and time of day.
The new Electrolux Kitchen Range is rolling out across Europe now

introducing Blue Signatureโ„ข โ€”the most powerful and design-forward air purifier yet

Years in the making, Blue Signatureโ„ข represents the culmination of advanced engineering, Scandinavian design, and a relentless pursuit of better living for all.

With 7-stage filtration, OdorFenceโ„ข technology, and up to 10x more odor removal, it redefines what compact air purification can achieve โ€” delivering powerful performance in a form thatโ€™s as elegant as it is effective.
From its unique silhouette, customizable finishes and smart features like motion-activated display and real-time air quality monitoring, every detail has been designed to blend seamlessly into modern living spaces.

Midea Recalls 1.7M Air Conditioners Over Rare Mold Issue

Midea Group has voluntarily recalled 1.7 million U-shaped window air conditioners in North America after receiving reports of mold growth on fan blades. The company emphasized that the issue is rareโ€”only 152 complaints out of 1.7 million units sold since 2020โ€”and is linked to external environmental factors like extreme humidity.
Although the product meets all regulatory standards, Midea proactively issued the recall as a precautionary measure. Affected customers can receive refunds, self-repair accessory kits, or free inspections and repairs

Haier completes Hungarian distributor acquisition

Haier Europe Appliances Holding has completed the acquisition of Budapest-based air conditioning wholesaler and contractor Klima Kft.

First announced in March, the transaction encompasses all of Klimaโ€™s assets, channels and expertise. Haier insists the deal will bolster its presence in Central and Eastern Europe and accelerate the promotion of its sustainable HVAC solutions across the region

Blueair Purify and Humidify

The 2-in-1 Purify and Humidify has been recognized with the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2025!

The Red Dot Design Award is one of the most prestigious design competitions in the world, honoring products that stand out for their exceptional design quality. Since 1955, it has recognized products that stand out for their exceptionally high design quality.

Intentionally designed and highly intuitive, the 2-in-1 Purify and Humidify is an all-in-one air wellness solution that seamlessly combines purification and humidification to create a cleaner, healthier indoor environment

Faber Red Dot Design Award

The Modular hood by Faber S.P.A. has been recognised with the ๐‘๐ž๐ ๐ƒ๐จ๐ญ: ๐๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ 2025 ๐š๐ฐ๐š๐ซ๐ by Red Dot Design Award.

This is a really prestigious achievement for Faber, especially as this is the 70th anniversary of the brand. Furthermore, we learned that the Faber Modular Hood scored 98 out of a maximum score of 100 points in earning the Best of the Best award – testament to quality of the concept and design of the hood

Falmec launched a new website

Falmec unveils its redesigned website, catering to both client companies and end buyers. With over 40 years of heritage, the new platform visually narrates the brand’s passion and authenticity, featuring refreshed product images and a section showcasing prestigious residential projects from Italy and beyond, curated by top architects and designers.

The site serves as a creative hub, blending inspiration with the latest trends in modern living. It highlights how Falmec hoods and cooking systems seamlessly enhance kitchen environments, creating refined and unique user experiences.

https://www.falmec.com/en-gb/

Hibsan Breaks New Ground: Turkeyโ€™s First A+++ Energy Class Range Hood Manufacturer 

Hibsan has made history as the first Turkish range hood manufacturer to achieve the coveted A+++ energy efficiency rating. Renowned for their innovative approach, Hibsan’s range hoods combine cutting-edge design with remarkable energy-saving capabilities, meeting the stringent European standards. The A+++ classification highlights an exceptional balance between low electricity consumption and outstanding extraction performance, cementing Hibsan’s reputation as a trailblazer in the home appliance industry