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Samsung Globally Launches Bespoke: A Customizable Refrigerator that Caters to Various Consumer Lifestyles

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Samsung Electronics today announces the launch of its new Bespoke refrigerator in select markets around the world. After first launching in China, Bespoke will be introduced in Europe and the CIS region.

The Bespoke refrigerator ushers in a new era of customizable home appliances, underlining Samsung’s dedication to creating products that truly reflect evolving consumer lifestyles. Customizable according to user preference, Bespoke allows consumers to tailor their own configurations by material, color, and module to match various lifestyles and interior design concepts.

“Samsung is creating new kitchen innovations with Bespoke by catering to individual preferences across a wide spectrum of consumer lifestyles,” said Eugene Chung, Vice President of Digital Appliances, Samsung Electronics. “We are excited to offer consumers around the world the opportunity to satisfy their lifestyle needs through our aspirational Bespoke refrigerator.”

Personalized Design Details
The lineup includes three models: a 24” 1-door module; an 18” 1-door module, and a 2-door BMF module.1 With these three different modular units, users can simply add a new model to their existing combination without the need to discard or replace the current model when adjusting to a lifestyle change or new décor. The product types can be mixed and matched to best reflect the user’s lifestyle, dietary habits, family size and kitchen layout. All models are identical in depth and height to allow a uniform look when installed side-by-side.

Aside from its modular design, each Bespoke comes with an innovative door panel that can be personalized with a unique color-material-finish (CMF) based on the user’s design preferences. With up to 11 colors2 and three textures to choose from, consumers can mix and match to reflect user’s personal taste.

The color offering ranges from lavender and pink to burgundy and navy, delivering a diverse color palette for a wider variety of choice. The three textures – Satin Glass, Color Cotta, and Glam Mirror – further extends the customizability of Bespoke, with each texture radiating a subtle luster that is also pleasant to the touch. The polished feel of Satin Glass strikes the right balance between matte and glossy, while Color Cotta conveys the warmth of a freshly baked clay pot. Meanwhile, the Glam finish exquisitely highlights the space it occupies with a soft sheen.

Fresh Food Management
The Bespoke refrigerator helps vitalize all aspects of kitchen life by allowing consumers to maintain a healthy home environment that stems from proper food management using advanced refrigeration technologies.

Bespoke is equipped with a comprehensive range of features that provide consistent and efficient cooling to keep food fresher for longer.

All Around Cooling cools each compartment of the fridge evenly from corner to corner by consistently checking the temperature and circulating cool air through strategically placed vents. This means food is kept at the optimum temperature to preserve freshness for longer.
Metal Cooling also contributes to keeping food fresh, even when users frequently open and close the door. A Metal Cooling plate, Metal Shelf and Flat Metal Duct retains the cold, preventing the loss of cool air when the door is opened.
No Frost technology helps maintain optimal temperature in every corner of the refrigerator by enhancing air circulation. It stops the buildup of ice on fresh food, like vegetables, and prevents the need to defrost the fridge.
Users can also use the Power Freeze function to automatically set the freezer temperature to the lowest level to create a rapid blast of intensely cold air. It’s great for freezing or firming up frozen food, like ice cream, and making ice quickly.
The Freezer/Fridge Convertible3 is an adjustable compartment, so users can easily switch back and forth between a freezer and a regular fridge compartment based on their refrigeration needs.

Electrolux Takes Action to Reduce Emissions From Cooling Products

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Electrolux have announced a plan to replace all high-impact greenhouse gases in all of its appliances by 2023 at the latest, as part of its commitments to the United Nations global Cool Coalition initiative. The plan, which helps Electrolux deliver on its objective to significantly reduce its climate footprint over the coming decades, is one of the actions taken under the company’s Better Living Program.

As global temperatures rise, the transformation of cooling technology will make a big contribution to the fight against climate change. The phase-out of powerful climate-warming gases known as hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) has the potential to avoid up to 0.4°C of global warming by 2100. HFCs are often used in refrigerators, air conditioners and other cooling devices, as well as tumble dryers and washer dryers with heat pumps.

Now Electrolux is accelerating the transition from these gases by submitting a phase out plan to the global UN initiative Cool Coalition. The commitment is a plan for replacing the high-impact greenhouse gases in all appliances with gases that have a lower climate impact, such as natural gases with very low global warming impact. By 2023 this plan will be complete.

“The appliance industry is one of the sectors with a vital behind-the-scenes role in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic as refrigerators, washing machines or air conditioners are essential products in people’s lives. Although these are uncertain times for business, we believe addressing climate change by reducing greenhouse gases remains one of the most urgent challenges for society. We are encouraging other companies in our industry to join us as we all share the same responsibility,” says Jonas Samuelson, CEO Electrolux.

Electrolux has far-reaching ambitions to reduce its climate impact, ranging from a science-based target to reduce CO2 emissions from products with 25% by 2025, to becoming fully climate neutral throughout the value chain by 2050.

Widening the scope of its sustainability strategy, Electrolux in 2019 also launched the Better Living Program, an initiative to enable better and more sustainable living for consumers around the world through 2030. Today’s announcement will contribute to the program, not least the target to make homes healthier and more sustainable through smart solutions for air, water and floors. (The target has been redefined subsequent to the launch, read more here).

The GWP (Global Warming Potential) reduction plan that Electrolux has presented to the UN outlines the switch to lower global warming potential gases in all product lines. For more details of the plan, please see: https://www.electroluxgroup.com/en/electrolux-and-the-uns-cool-coalition-30536/

Panasonic Launches Two New French Door Fridges

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Panasonic’s launch of two new 551L French door fridges couldn’t be more timely. The NR-CY55CGKAU has a sleek black glass finish, while the NR-CY55CPSAU has a modern brushed steel look.

In terms of fitting in food, these two fridges offer 551L of storage space. The shelves are height adjustable and tempered glass shelves that can withstand loads of 150 kg. The two models have compartmentalised storage, with a main fridge, vegetable case, Prime Fresh+ case and freezer.

They feature Panasonic’s Prime Fresh+ Freezing technology, which freezes food at -3°C, also known as ‘soft freezing’. By freezing food at this temperature there is less damage to cells, with minimal drip, helping to retain the nutrients and flavours. It also means that food can more easily be cooked and cut straightaway, eliminating the need for defrosting.

However, the freezer can also be kept at -20°C if you wish.

The fridges each have two powerful Ag Clean antibacterial and deodorising filters, with one in the main fridge area and one in the Prime Fresh case. These filter clean circulated air, suppressing 99.9% of mould and bacteria that could cause food to spoil more quickly. Blue LED lights in the Prime Fresh case also assist the filters in killing bacteria.

These two models have an energy efficient rating of 3.5 stars, with Econavi sensors that monitor usage patterns and optimise cooling performance to automatically reduce energy consumption.

Liebherr launches first Flagship Store in Asia Pacific | SGD35,000 Bespoke Luxe Refrigerator Showcasing in Singapore Launch Party

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German Cooling Appliances Specialist launches its luxury products in Asia The store is a showcase of heritage and excellence that is reflected not only in the engineering but also in the design of the appliances for over 60 years. Headquartered in Singapore, Liebherr will be bringing to Asia its commercially popular high-end refrigerators, freezers and wine cabinets.

On top of its forte and niche in state of the art cooling systems, its bespoke service enables consumers to customize their appliances with sizing options, functionality options, luxury accessories and more.

Asia is home to the largest pool of growing wealth in the world where luxe living serves as a norm in rising economy powerhouse like China and India. In 2018, Asia’s ultra-wealthy population grew by 18.5 percent and their total wealth shot up by 26.7 percent, twice the rate seen in the U.S., the World Ultra Wealth Report 2018 found. The combined riches of Asia’s ultra-wealthy now total a staggering $8.365 trillion, based on analysis of Wealth-X’s database of wealthy individuals.

For more than 70 years, the Liebherr Group stands for a large evolving range of sophisticated products and services. The Domestic Appliances division was founded in 1954 and the family business has operated under the outstanding stewardship of the Liebherr family. Every part within a Liebherr appliance is produced and assembled in their European factories till date. Please see Appendix A for history of Liebherr.

Mr Steffen Nagel, Managing Director Sales & Marketing of Liebherr-Hausgeräte GmbH says “We’re excited to enter the Asian market through Singapore and bring to the world top German products

Samsung

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Samsung, the number-one selling brand of major appliances in America,1 is strengthening its broad, deep portfolio with the launch of innovative new products at the 2020 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show. A new premium slide-in range line, first-ever side-by-side Family Hub™ refrigerator, and a new level of clothing care with AirDresser™ offer the intelligent control and pioneering design that today’s customers have come to expect from Samsung.



“Technology and innovation are in our DNA at Samsung. We listen carefully to the things that consumers tell us they want for their modern, connected homes,” said John Herrington, Senior Vice President, General Manager of Home Appliances, Samsung Electronics America. “As we designed these new products, we considered every single detail—from color to user experience—in order to ensure we’re offering families innovations that make their daily lives more convenient, more efficient, and more meaningful.”



Samsung has become the #1 home appliance brand because it continues to innovate with premium appliances that complement the way we live today. Each of these new appliances can be customized to fit users’ spaces and match their lifestyles.





New Slide-in Ranges with Intelligent Controls
In just a few short years, Samsung has become a leader in cooking innovation in the U.S.2 by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, introducing innovative new technologies, and offering design and performance solutions that make the time people spend in the kitchen more efficient.



Samsung is making further progress in time efficiency with a new lineup of slide-in ranges that make cooking more convenient. The new ranges offer a reimagined user experience that simplifies your cooking and brings out your full potential as a home chef. Certain models of the slide-in ranges can be controlled with popular voice assistants, which you can instruct to preheat the oven while you’re mixing ingredients for a meal.3 The ranges also learn your preferences and cooking habits—the more you use it, the better it understands your needs. So, if you frequently set your oven to a certain temperature to bake your family’s favorite cookies, it will suggest that temperature first when you preheat your oven.



The slide-in ranges’ simple, clean lines and elegant design lends a built-in look to your kitchen, and its easy installation means you don’t have to go through a full remodeling project. In order to ensure it blends harmoniously with the rest of your kitchen décor, you can choose from black stainless, stainless, or the new Tuscan stainless models. And, with a redesigned control panel and minimal buttons, the slide-in ranges’ simple, intuitive interface presents only the information you need while cooking. Its fingerprint-resistant exterior is easy to keep clean, and its ergonomically designed knob gives you better grip and control.



The slide-in ranges offer you a healthier way to cook, with air frying capabilities, and the precision cooking that home chefs need. With up to 23K BTU Dual Power burners—the highest in the category—you have the versatility to quickly boil water or precisely melt chocolate at the desired temperature.



The slide-in ranges bring you the peace of mind that you would expect at home. Because they’re connected, you can remotely monitor and adjust cooking times or temperatures from your smartphone, even when you’re in the family room instead of the kitchen. The ranges also give you the ability to search for recipes through the SmartThings app and send your selected recipe’s cooking mode directly to your oven to streamline meal prep.



The slide-in range lineup offers an option for every family’s needs. The lineup includes gas, electric, induction, and dual fuel models, including Samsung’s FlexDuo™ feature, which allows you to choose between having one oven or two.





A Family Hub for Everyone
Samsung is leading the U.S. market as the #1 brand in refrigeration,4 and the Family Hub, which reimagined the form and function of the refrigerator, is the primary reason why. With every new generation of Family Hub, Samsung has introduced new innovations—and new models—that bring families closer together, simplify their meal planning, and give them more control over their smart homes.



Now, there is truly a Family Hub for everyone with the new stylish side-by-side refrigerator. Its modern form and premium built-in look—as well as its elegant flat doors, minimal dispenser, and recessed handles—blend seamlessly with your existing kitchen appliances and cabinetry. Whether you choose a black stainless or stainless model, it will come with a fingerprint-resistant finish that’s easy to keep clean.



Each model has a redesigned interior, with large capacity designed to fit more groceries. And those groceries will stay fresher for longer, because, with All-Around cooling technology, multiple vents throughout the interior keep food evenly cooled and fresh. And you’ll be able to see everything clearly, with bright LED lights that beautifully illuminate the interior of your refrigerator. Its high-capacity icemaker saves shelf space for your frozen items because of its minimal in-door design.



Family Hub brings families closer together and streamlines communication. It helps you create your own culture of sharing through the Family Board—a digital bulletin board where everyone can easily stick notes, photos, or videos they want to share on display. With View Inside, you can view what’s inside your fridge anywhere, anytime. Family Hub also offers enhanced Smart View, providing a more seamless screen mirroring experience from Galaxy phones and TVs, making it a source of endless entertainment in the kitchen. And with the SmartThings app, Family Hub becomes the remote control for your smart home—letting you instantly connect, monitor, and control all of your smart appliances and Works with SmartThings smart items, including multiple cameras at a single glance.


LG Expands Industry-First ‘Craft Ice’ Feature To More Refrigerator Models In 2020

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LG Electronics USA continues to redefine the art of home entertaining by expanding the industry-first LG Craft Ice™ feature to 15 additional smart refrigerator models in different sizes, configurations and premium finishes rolling out in spring 2020.LG refrigerators with Craft Ice are the first of their kind in the industry and bring one of the most prolific beverage trends into the home by automatically making slow-melting round ice (measuring 2 inches in diameter) without the hassle of manually filling and freezing ice molds.


LG refrigerators with Craft Ice are the first of their kind in the industry and bring one of the most prolific beverage trends into the home by automatically making slow-melting round ice (measuring 2 inches in diameter) without the hassle of manually filling and freezing ice molds.
LG refrigerators with Craft Ice are the first of their kind in the industry and bring one of the most prolific beverage trends into the home by automatically making slow-melting round ice (measuring 2 inches in diameter) without the hassle of manually filling and freezing ice molds.
LG Electronics USA continues to redefine the art of home entertaining by expanding the industry-first LG Craft Ice™ feature to 15 additional smart refrigerator models in different sizes, configurations and premium finishes rolling out in spring 2020.
LG Electronics USA continues to redefine the art of home entertaining by expanding the industry-first LG Craft Ice™ feature to 15 additional smart refrigerator models in different sizes, configurations and premium finishes rolling out in spring 2020.
With the ability to store up to 25 ice spheres in the freezer drawer bin and auto-replenishment, LG refrigerators with Craft Ice represent a paradigm shift for home entertaining – opening up a new frontier for home mixologists and cocktail connoisseurs, while also keeping sodas, lemonade, iced coffee, and other drinks, colder for longer.

The new 2020 models from LG, the most-awarded brand in home appliances,* offer round LG Craft Ice in the freezer drawer along with crushed and cubed ice in the refrigerator door. Each features an automatic water dispenser that measures the exact amount (4, 8, 16 or 32 ounces) of fresh, filtered water and automatically turns off when done, leaving the guesswork out of measuring for drink mixes and recipes.

The 15 new Craft Ice refrigerators announced at the 2020 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show will be offered in premium finishes including PrintProof™ Black Stainless and PrintProof Stainless Steel under the LG and LG Studio brands. They will be available in various configurations and sizes – French-door, bottom-freezer and side-by-side models in standard and counter depth – for unparalleled custom kitchen design flexibility.

The new 2020 LG Craft Ice refrigerators build on the success of the four award-winning LG InstaView™ Door-in-Door® refrigerators available now – models LRFVS3006S, LRFVS3006D, LRFVC2406S and LRFVC2406D, the first in the industry to offer this exclusive innovation. Recognized for their iconic tinted glass panel in the door, LG InstaView Refrigerators allow users to knock twice to illuminate the interior and see inside, making choosing favorite grab and go foods before opening the door easy and reducing cold air loss.

“With this expanded range of models, LG is offering a wider range of consumers access to one of hottest trends in the industry, as well as providing more exciting choices when designing their kitchen, proving that with LG there’s no need to compromise,” said David VanderWaal, senior vice president of marketing, LG Electronics USA.

Each of the Craft Ice models are equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity for enhanced convenience. Using the LG ThinQ® mobile app, users can manage LG smart refrigerators remotely, receive alerts if the refrigerator door is left open, set fresh food and freezer temperatures or turn IcePlus™ on and off. For added convenience, LG smart refrigerators respond to voice commands via Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant.

LG refrigerators with Craft Ice will also support LG Proactive Customer Care – a new smart customer service solution that leverages artificial intelligence to deliver peace of mind and enhanced customer satisfaction, along with improved product performance and longevity. The service can immediately alert users to potential problems before they occur, expedite repairs when they are needed, and offer useful maintenance tips to keep LG appliances performing their best.

The expanded 2020 line of LG Craft Ice refrigerators starts at $3,499 and will begin rolling out at retailers nationwide in March.

        Samsung Electronics unveiled the latest edition of its Family Hub refrigerator

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        Samsung Electronics unveiled the latest edition of its Family Hub refrigerator, with intelligent new features that automate meal planning and other daily tasks and deliver a more personalized experience. Family Hub for 2020 will enable families to more easily share life’s important moments with one another and control more of the connected devices within their smart home.

        “In the five years since we launched Family Hub, we have introduced innovations that reflect the new ways that busy, modern families are managing their daily lives,” said John Herrington, Senior Vice President, General Manager of Home Appliances, Samsung Electronics America. “The latest Family Hub is the most innovative yet, with more personalized, intelligent features that enable busy families to stay better connected to one another.”

        The latest version of Family Hub is simple, sophisticated, and modern, making it the perfect addition to today’s connected kitchen. In response to years of consumer insights with Family Hub, the next generation delivers innovative features that people want the most: AI-enhanced cameras inside the refrigerator and improved, thoughtful meal planning and recipe suggestions tailored to personal preferences. The new Family Hub also enables families to share more types of media and entertainment together, and brings a new level of control to the connected home.

        LG’s Instaview refrigerators promote sustainable lifestyle

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        LG’s InstaView Door-in-Door refrigerators.

        Once opened, conventional refrigerator can take 1-2 hours to regain maximum cooling level, affecting food located inside. As part of LG’s range of smart kitchen solutions, the InstaView Door-in-Door™ is equipped with a sleek mirrored glass panel that lights up with two knocks, allowing users to check inside the easy access compartment without opening the door – preventing cold air loss by up to 41%.

        With less frequent temperature fluctuations, items such as fruit, vegetables and dairy products can remain fresher for longer. The refrigerator also features the Hygiene Fresh+™ technology, which automatically cleans and purifies its internal air. Its five-stage filtering system is certified by Intertek, removing up to 99.999% of bacteria and with it, minimizing odors.

        While traditional refrigerator compressors adopt a circular movement with 4 friction points, they can result in consuming excess energy and parts are more prone to wear. LG’s Inverter Linear Compressor has revolutionized the core of the InstaView refrigerator, with just 1 friction point, resulting in added durability, the ability to cool faster, using less energy and emitting 25% less noise.

        Providing the ultimate convenience to for homeowners, the Smart Storage System makes it easy to group certain types of food together. Consumers can also control their refrigerator with their smartphones via LG’s Smart ThinQ™ app.

        The dedicated application enables users to control the temperature of their refrigerator and enjoy a range of added benefits, such as deploying express freezing. The express freezing function helps cool items faster, keeping items such as ice cream, fish and meat in their best condition. Smart ThinQ can also be used to operate the Hygiene Fresh+™’s power mode – refreshing air at an accelerate rate, every hour.

        Over the years, LG’s forward-thinking smart technology has helped families overcome challenges of food wastage and spoilage – promoting a healthy and sustainable lifestyle.

        With the technological innovations found in the InstaView Door-in-Door, consumers can now confidently buy fresh ingredients for healthy meals without having to worry about preservation and storage.

        Mass Layoff Affecting 800 Workers in Electrolux Jászberény Plant

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        Electrolux will downsize the production of vacuum cleaners and refrigerators in Jászberény, Hungary. The decision will impact about 800 employees. At the same time, the company has announced it will invest EUR 100 million for automation and digitalization in its Nyíregyháza plant, also in Hungary. In reaction to the announcement, the Finance Ministry has said that it keeps a close eye on the fate of the employees.

        Electrolux announced in January that it would significantly reorganize its production to improve efficiency. As a result of the overview, the company has decided the closure of the Jászberény plant.

        Electrolux Group aims to boost competitiveness by outsourcing current vacuum cleaner production in Jászberény to external partners during 2020, the company announced. Outsourcing the production of vacuum cleaners, chest freezers, and combi-top refrigeration products currently produced in the plant, will impact approximately 800 Electrolux employees.

        In the announcement, Managing Director Electrolux Lehel Hungary Sándor Gönczy, said they recognized the restructuring of their operations in Jászberény would be challenging for many of their people.

        “We are proud of their expertise and achievements, and our main concern now is to support our impacted colleagues.”

        “We are going to approach the local works council, and we trust that we’ll be able to reach socially mindful and fair solutions for our employees,” added Gönczy.

        There has been no mass layoff of similar amplitude yet this year in Hungary, and in fact, according to the National Public Employment Services data for July, the number of people affected by collective layoffs did not exceed 800 in any given month, mfor.hu reports. The unemployment rate could increase by up to 10% in the county due to the decision.

        After the company announced the downsizing, the Finance Ministry has said that it is closely monitoring the fate of employees of the Electrolux plant in Jászbereny as well as examining the immediate relocation of workers affected by the layoff.

        The Electrolux Group also announced on Tuesday a planned investment of approximately EUR 100 million in its Nyíregyháza refrigeration production plant between 2020 and 2023. This is the largest Electrolux manufacturing investment in Hungary since the company started its operations in Hungary in 1991.

        The Electrolux Group’s refrigeration manufacturing operations will focus on high-end categories, such as built-in and combi-bottom appliances that are in increasing demand by consumers across Europe.

        Beko has unveiled its HarvestFresh technology for its range of refrigerators claiming it keeps your produce fresher and healthier

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        International domestic appliance manufacturer Beko has unveiled its HarvestFresh technology for its range of refrigerators claiming it keeps your produce fresher and healthier. The Turkish brand showcased its new technology on 5 September at consumer electronics fair, IFA in Berlin.

        Developed for Beko fridges, HarvestFresh uses a combination of blue, red and green lights to mimic the 24-hour sun cycle, including periods of darkness in an attempt to recreate a natural living environment for fruit and vegetables succeeding their harvest.

        The company has claimed that the illumination technology acts as a natural way of preserving vitamins in fresh produce. According to Beko, a seven-day laboratory test was carried out by Intertek on direct light exposed tomato and green pepper concluding that their vitamin A and vitamin C levels had been preserved for longer.

        Chief marketing officer at Beko, Zeynep Yalim Uzun said: “At Beko, we believe passionately in creating new products and technologies that meet the well-being needs of today’s consumer. We know that they do not always find it easy to eat healthily and are committed to doing all we can to make their lives easier and healthier.”

        This recent development is part of Beko’s mission of “empowering the new generations to live healthier and providing accessible wellbeing for all their consumers”.

        Home appliance brand Beko operates in more than 140 countries worldwide and is a subsidiary of Arçelik, who is part of the large industrial conglomerate Koç Holding.

        HarvestFresh will be available across selected lines from 2020.