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The Elica Observatory unveils the new kitchen trends for 2019

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The Elica Observatory shows the new kitchen trends in terms of volumes, styles and finishes that will be protagonists in 2019. In the contemporary kitchen the volumes are broken down to transmit solidity with harmoniously combined monolithic shapes. “For example, the rigid, linear and impressive shape of the innovative Haiku hood – Elica explains – makes it a volume that takes up the space precisely and without frills”. In addition, elegant metal structures lighten even the most impressive furnishings. Unusual lines and sharp angles give life to original surfaces that add personality to the environment. The Elica Observatory shows that the new year will be marked by important news in the choice of materials and finishes. Together with the metal, which is enriched in aesthetics thanks to new treatments, textures and rust effects, there is cement, a simple material but full of personality and structured.

Lullaby hood
Then there is wood, which is even more precious when it becomes a detail in combinations with other materials. “Wood – Elica says – harmonizes perfectly with elements such as copper, steel and ceramic in the new Lullaby ceiling hoods, an exclusive project that combines materials and light to create a comfortable environment”. Besides, the veined stones and the marble grit are again protagonists in the kitchen, and there is a raising of the role of the steel which, from accessible and economical element, becomes the protagonist of the entire kitchen for a high level professional look.
On the aesthetic theme some trends of the last years are confirmed. The imagery of the converted industrial loft is still a trend whose main characteristics are pipes, walls made of raw bricks, metal and cement. Evolution of this style is the industrial chic where the furnishings lose their roughness and acquire a more elegant appearance.

NikolaTesla hob
“In this context – Elica continues – the innovative line of the induction hobs with integrated extraction NikolaTesla represents a perfect combination of innovation and design, expressed through clean lines and a cutting-edge technological heart. The Switch model is characterized by an elegant continuous glass surface, interrupted only by a central ring in metal and glass which, by turning on itself, activates the extraction and guarantees very high performances in terms of captation, noise reduction and energy efficiency. The Libra model stands out for its elegant cast-iron grill, which gives the product a professional look and that integrates not just the hood but also an important tool in the kitchen: the scale”. Finally, the country style is reinterpreted in a modern way, lightening shapes and materials, while in the “scandinese” mood (a contamination between Scandinavian and Japanese styles) the naturalness of Scandinavian design materials meets the simplicity of the Japanese shapes.

Falmec strengthens its partnership with Quiet Mark,

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fter obtaining the certification for the extremely quietness of its collection of Silence hoods, equipped with the NRS® (Noise Reduction System) technology, Falmec strengthens its partnership with Quiet Mark, promoting through its brand the extreme silence of its products in 22 European markets. The Quiet Mark institution was founded in England in 1959, in response to the growing consumer demand to solve the problem of excessive noise produced by household appliances and technological devices. Through an acoustic test, Quiet Mark rewards and certifies with its own brand only the deserving solutions in terms of silence and soundproofing.
The NRS® technology by Falmec ensures maximum silence and at the same time high performance in its hoods. The NRS® collection offers wall-mounted models, such as Lumina NRS®, Vela NRS®, Plane NRS®, Flipper NRS® and Aria NRS®, island hoods as Zenith NRS®, or built-in ones with NRS® Built-in Group, to meet the most different needs of living in the kitchen. Featuring a powerful 800 m3/h engine, the hoods of the NRS® line provide a very high levels of noise with a 45dB acoustic emission at maximum speed.

GE expand refrigerator plant

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Work has started on a $115 million expansion of the GE Appliances refrigerator plant in Decatur that will bring greater production capacity and more jobs, said its manager.

The investment in a new building and equipment was announced by the company in late June at the facility on Point Mallard Drive Southeast that opened in 1977.

“(The project) will add over 250 jobs to the facility,” said Renee Story, the plant’s manager, and enable it to increase production capacity by roughly 25 percent.

“It will allow us to have flexibility in our production lines in order to meet the changing demands of our customers,” said Story, who’s been with GE Appliances for more than 23 years, most of that time in Decatur.

Story in June said the plant consistently produces more than 1 million top-mounted freezer refrigerators a year. The company does not release more detailed production figures, said Julie Wood, a spokeswoman with GE Appliances, which was acquired by Haier Group in 2016.

Site work, including the installation of utilities and stormwater piping, has been completed for the new 40,000-square-foot building that will be on the northeast corner of the site, Story said.

“We’re anticipating steel to arrive in late November,” Story said. “We expect to be done (with construction) in the first quarter” of 2019.

She expects production will start in the new building in roughly two phases, around midyear in 2019 and the end of the year.

The plant produces GE and Hotpoint brand top-freezer refrigerators.

Story said the plant now has about 980 full-time hourly employees and 54 full-time salaried employees, and a fluctuating number of contract workers.

It’s the largest employer in Morgan County for a single location, according to the Morgan County Economic Development Association

“It’s an impressive event when one of your largest, legacy manufacturing companies chooses to make such a substantial investment and add hundreds of new jobs in Morgan County,” said Jeremy Nails, MCEDA’s president and CEO. “This expansion helps ensure their presence in our community for years to come.”

Wood said the majority of the 250 new positions will be entry-level production employees, with some salaried employees and technical support.

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Applications are being accepted for the first round of manufacturing production jobs for the expansion.

Initially “we intend to hire at least 50 employees,” Story said. “We would love for them to start mid-January or so.”

Since May, GE Appliances has invested more than $475 million in expansions, creating more than 1,000 new U.S. jobs, Wood said. These investments are part of the company’s growth strategy to become the No. 1 appliance manufacturer in the United States, she said.

“The Decatur plant is an exemplary plant in many ways,” Wood said. “It’s the perfect place for this new investment

Electrolux Karma

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Electrolux today announced it is investing in Sweden-based Karma, a leading startup that helps restaurants and supermarkets reduce food waste by selling unsold food to consumers. The investment is part of a wider USD 12 million round with other investors. Electrolux and Karma are also initiating a strategic partnership to explore common solutions in reducing food waste.

The new partnership with Karma will explore new innovative solutions within the future of food and help to scale up the fight against food waste. The partnership will combine Electrolux expertise within appliances and food preservation with Karma’s digital platform and expertise within sharing economy.

Hoover AXI washing machine

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Hoover , the international brand of the Candy Group ( recently acquired by Haier ), launches the first washing machine equipped with Artificial Intelligence (AI), a product of excellence that is part of the AXI range . AXI’s innovative features enable the user to control the washing machine thanks to the Hoover Wizard app with the simple use of voice via voice assistant , such as Google Home and Alexa from Amazon, with which AXI is fully compatible.

AXI is a product created to zero the distance between user and machine: the assisted washing, for example, saves precious time by suggesting the most appropriate program for any type of fabric. The washing machine is also able to store the user’s favorite washes, making the selection of the program quick and easy every day, while the geolocation technology controls the weather forecast to understand which is the best time to wash, making sure that it remains the time needed to dry the laundry.

Not only intuitive, but also performing and functional: in fact, among the premium features of AXI, the Care Dose , the automatic detergent and softener dosage of up to 21 washing cycles, combined with the Total Care function , a perfect emulsion of water and detergent that is released into the basket penetrating into the fibers of the clothes effectively, ensuring an excellent washing in class A certified. These absolute performance levels are guaranteed by the silent inverter motor , which ensures long-lasting and reliable operation, drastically reducing noise and vibrations during washing.

AXI is a product that for Hoover plays a fundamental role in a brand growth and accreditation plan, precisely because it embodies all the dimensions: in addition to the functionality of use and the high level of technological innovation it enjoys a particularly elegant and sophisticated design, with a functional and intuitive Touch Pad, and a dark chrome porthole that gives the washing machine an attractive appearance.

On the occasion of the launch of the AXI project in Italy, Hoover has developed a feature through which users can also communicate through digital butler: in particular, thanks to the promotion valid at the traditional and online stores participating in the initiative – with the preparation of dedicated islands in the main points of sale in the sector – by purchasing AXI, the consumer will receive a Google Home Mini in combination

Smeg vacuum drawer

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Smeg’s Vacuum Drawer

combines high technical properties and an elegant design, and it can be used to seal solid and liquid foods in a highly efficient manner. The product can be totally integrated to Classica, Dolce Stil Novo and Linea collections, and uses a special technology to remove up to 99.9% of air automatically, compared to the traditional process, recorded through a special sensor. The Vacuum Drawer is made in stainless steel with a lid in tempered glass, combining resistance and aesthetics. The drawer is only 135 mm high, and the lid can be tipped to 65 degrees, making it more practical to use, and has self-blocking slides to avoid it closing inadvertently. The ample drawer capacity means that it can handle food in single and double portion sizes. Another feature of the Vacuum Drawer is the option of 3 air aspiration levels: “delicate”, “medium” and “high”, plus the “chef” function for marinating and maturing foods. Bags are sealed, according to preferred intensity, in a two-stage phase, to prevent incomplete sealing. Smeg completes the product with a wide range of bags and containers to preserve and cook aliments, made from food safe polymers of the highest quality, PVC and BPA free.

Rancilio

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Rancilio is an espresso machine manufacturer, founded in 1927 by Roberto Rancilio in Parabiago, Italy.The company recently joined the Ali Group, one of the most important operators on the global market for catering equipment, whose products are used in leading hotel and restaurant chains, independent restaurants, hospitals, schools, airports and company canteens. Traditional and fully automatic coffee machines, instant and electronic doser grinders enable us to offer a technological product range without compare, making the Rancilio Group one of the most widely acclaimed industrial players on the international scene.

LA CIMBALI

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Cimbali is the largest commercial coffee espresso and cappuccino machine manufacturer in the world and is active in 100 countries around the globe.
The Cimbali brand is known for quality and innovation and we are very proud of our rich heritage which extends over 100 years. Top quality equipment which delivers consistent in cup quality across the speciality coffee menu. The range extends from traditional espresso machines to feature rich super automatics each designed to meet the varying needs of the market.
Cimbali design engineers strive to innovate the market incorporating patented technologies which help improve machine performance and reliability whilst delivering optimum taste and quality

Cimbali was established in 1912 by Giuseppe Cimbali in Milan,

Although the group today has a global framework, it remains Italian at heart, with a strong presence in the country. Indeed, the three production facilities/centres in Italy, in Binasco (Milan), Ghisalba (Bergamo) and Cappella Cantone (Cremona) manufacture on average 200 machines every day.