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Xiaomi launches the MIJIA 8kg drum washing machine with an embedded control

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The latest home appliance released under Xiaomi‘s MIJIA brand is the MIJIA 8kg drum fully automatic washing machine. The product has been launched in China and is available from retail platforms like JD.com.

Features
The Xiaomi MIJIA 8kg drum washing machine has an ultra-thin design and a fully embedded physical knob in place of a touch screen. The body of the washing machine is 495mm thick and can be placed in smaller spaces in the home.

MIJIA 8kg drum washing machine has a simple design and can be easily operated by the elderly. It has a 95ºC high-temperature threshold and can achieve a 99.99% sterilization rate, delivering deep sterilization of bacteria in dirty fabrics. The washing machine also supports 60ºC mite removal. This enables the easy destruction of mites adsorbed on clothes at a removal rate of 100,The machine is powered by a BMC sealed BLDC motor which reduces wear and improves noise reduction. The device supports intelligent sensing of the weight of the items being placed on the machine. It then offers an intelligent water supply and optimal duration of the washing operationThe Xiaomi MIJIA 8kg drum automatic washing machine has a unique feature of supporting the addition of fabrics while the machine is already running. You can also pause adding clothes at any time. The washing machine is available in a cream color design.

Signature 36-inch Counter-Depth French Door Refrigerator

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Signature The all-new 36-inch Counter-Depth French Door Refrigerator is sleek in style, yet full in its 26 cu. ft. capacity, so you will have no problem finding abundant space for storage.

Enjoy four types of ice, including our exclusive slow-melting, round Craft Ice™ and mini cubed ice, the Smart Cooling® Plus System to keep food fresher for longer, and Wi-Fi enabled ThinQ® technology to control your refrigerator from your smartphone.

The future of FoodTech is here to keep both your kitchen design and your food fresh.

GE Appliances has created a Spanish-language washer and dryer.

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GE Appliances, a Haier company, has prided itself on a history of innovation, with much of it occurring at Louisville, Kentucky-based Appliance Park.

Now, GE Appliances is innovating again with its all-new Spanish-language washer and dryer set targeted toward the company’s Hispanic buyers with a control panel in Spanish and other features based on cultural preferences.

“This is the first, as we know it, Spanish washing machine in the U.S. that’s purely in Spanish,” said David Wilson, senior commercial director of clothes care at GE Appliances. “Hopefully, it becomes the next big innovation product for us.”

Whirlpool Corporation named one of Fortune’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024

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Whirlpool Corporation has been recognized by Fortune as one of America’s Most Innovative Companies for the second year. America’s Most Innovative Companies honors those transforming industries from the inside out and celebrates companies that have demonstrated success across three areas, product innovation, process innovation, and innovation culture.SlimTech™ insulation technology, the first vacuum insulated structure (VIS) technology in a refrigerator in the North American market, was launched in November and represents one of the biggest innovations in refrigeration in the past 50 years. Other recent product innovations from Whirlpool Corp. include the KitchenAid Grain and Rice Cooker, the Performance Kitchen Lineup from Maytag and flush microwave hood combinations across the brand portfolio.

The company also introduced its plan to bring revolutionary induction downdraft cooktop technology to the North American market and the installation of more onsite renewable energy solutions at its Ohio manufacturing plants.

To develop the list, Fortune partnered with Statista Inc., a leading provider of market and consumer data, to survey internal and external stakeholders who have direct exposure to company processes, products, and culture. Statista also worked with LexisNexis PatentSight and used their platform to analyze the quantity and value of a company’s patents

Haier revolutionary cooking plant

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In early 2024,Haier proudly inaugurated a new cooking production plant in Turkey, marking a significant milestone in the realm of kitchen design and customization.

This cutting-edge facility is dedicated to winning the premium segment with the Titanium platform tailored for Haier’s revolutionary ID SERIES, which debuted at EuroCucina.

The plant represents a leap forward in cooking and built-in production, also highlighting Haier comment to the environment. With a 60% reduction target in CO2 emissions using renewable energy and plastic-free materials, sustainability is at the forefront.

This expansion in Turkey reflects  Haier to being close to customers, fully embracing a zero distance-to-consumer style, while guaranteeing high-quality products that consistently exceed consumer expectations.

Faber launched new products

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Faber launched new products
4 BRAND-NEW extraction solutions from the inventors of the cooker hood:
– The Modular A space-saving marvel that combines shelving and extraction in one sleek wall hood, various size/shelf options available.
Galileo Stripes  Experience luxury with Faber’s new premium, sleek venting hob design.
– Galileo Bold  Make a statement with this bold addition to our venting hob lineup.
– In-Nova Zero-Drip Lite  The seamless integration your kitchen deserves combined with Faber’s anti-condensation technology.

In-Nova Zero Drip Lite –
Galileo Slim
Galileo Bold
Galileo Stripes

STEEL presents new outdoor kitchens

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STEEL has delivered a new modular concept that allows customers to fully customise their outdoor kitchen and barbecue set-up.

Shown at Eurocucina for the first time, the STEEL  outdoor kitchen range is available in four pre-designed configurations with the choice of three with the choice of sink and work units, barbecue tops and accessories including a pizza stone.

Gree Electric Appliances: Net Profit Reaches 29.017 CNY Billion in 2023,

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Gree Electric Appliances disclosed its annual report for 2023. The report reveals that in 2023, Gree Electric Appliances achieved an operating income of CNY 203.979 billion, a year-on-year increase of 7.93%. The net profit attributable to the shareholders of the listed company reached CNY 29.017 billion, marking an 18.41% increase from the previous year Furthermore, during the reporting period, Gree Electric Appliances’ products were sold to more than 190 countries and regions, with overseas business achieving operating income of CNY 24.904 billion, and the proportion of independent brands accounting for nearly 70%, an 8% increase year-on-year.

Midea reports 10 pct revenue increase in Q1

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Chinese home appliance giant Midea Group saw its revenue rise 10 percent year on year to 106.5 billion yuan (about 14.99 billion U.S. dollars) in the first quarter of 2024, the company said on Monday.

It was its highest quarterly revenue since the second quarter of last year, when it raked in 101.2 billion yuan, Midea said in a quarterly report.

The company raked in 9 billion yuan in net profit attributable to shareholders in the January-March period, up 12 percent year on year, it noted.

Midea has been expanding its new overseas channels and markets, and advancing its localized services. In the first quarter of 2024, the company’s overseas e-commerce retail sales increased by approximately 60 percent year on year

De Dietrich new collection

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De Dietrich, a brand under the Brandt Group, has made a triumphant return by unveiling its cutting-edge “Philharmonie” collection. This collection embodies the essence of French craftsmanship, emphasizing design, quality, and performance.

The grand reveal took place in the desecrated chapel of Domaine Reine Margot in Issy les Moulineaux, a unique setting that resonates with the harmony and precision of culinary orchestration. Let’s delve into the details:

Heritage and Innovation:
De Dietrich, founded 340 years ago in 1684 near Strasbourg, has consistently championed innovation while upholding French expertise.
The Brandt Group currently operates two production sites in France—in Orléans and Vendôme—with a production capacity of 600,000 pieces. Their ambitious goal is to surpass one million units within the next 3 years.
Many of their product lines proudly bear the Origine France Garantie certification.
In 2023, their successful model yielded a turnover of €235M, with 25% of sales coming from exports to 15 countries.
The Philharmonie Collection:
This collection extends beyond cooking, signaling De Dietrich’s expansion into new markets.
While they lead in induction technology, they continue to advance in washing and refrigeration.
The collection includes:
Ovens: Redesigned with full-width handles, large TFT displays (some up to 4.3’’), and a central selector for an enhanced user experience.
Notable features: AI Talent Sensor for autonomous cooking without an external probe, over 150 recipes, and professional-grade methods like low-temperature cooking, sous vide, dehydration, air frying, and world recipes.
A wireless, independent probe ensures precise cooking.
Induction Hobs: Sleek surfaces in 65, 80, or 90 cm sizes, equipped with color LCD or TFT screens.
Motion Control technology allows touchless control.
The Ténor inductor delivers a powerful 5500W on a flexible cooking zone.
The AI Talent table provides a guide with 74 programmed recipes based on food types, adjusting power, temperature, and time automatically.
Luxurious Aesthetics:
The Philharmonie range exudes luxury, with meticulously chosen colors and materials.
Five finishes cater to diverse kitchen styles:
Infinite Black
Heritage (pure black with copper accents)
Stellar Stainless Steel (intense black with stainless steel details)
Eternal White (white with stainless steel)
Master Black (deep black with velvety textures).
In summary, De Dietrich’s Philharmonie collection harmonizes innovation, elegance, and culinary precision—a symphony of excellence in the heart of the kitchen.