E.G.O. Elektro-komponente d.o.o. (E.G.O. Croatia) has once more been honored with the โGolden Key Awardโ as one of Croatiaโs leading exporters. Matija Hrลพan, Head of Production โ Switches and Injection Molding at E.G.O. Croatia, accepted the award during the 21st Convention of Croatian Exporters in Zagreb in late June.
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BSH Reaffirms Its Commitment to the Right to Repair โ What It Means for the Appliance Sector
The Right to Repair movement continues to gather momentum across Europe, and BSH is positioning itself firmly at the centre of the conversation. In a recent update shared by the company, BSH reiterated its longโterm commitment to repairability, spareโpart availability and sustainable product lifecycles โ signalling a clear direction of travel for the wider white goods industry.
The Sector View
Across the industry, manufacturers are responding to regulatory pressure and consumer demand with varying levels of ambition. BSHโs proactive stance places it among the leaders pushing for a repairโfriendly future โ one that balances innovation with responsibility.
For retailers and trade professionals, the takeaway is clear: repairability is no longer a compliance box to tick. Itโs a competitive differentiator.
C.A.E.M Marks Sixty Years of Innovation in Component Engineering
C.A.E.M is celebrating sixty years in the appliance components sector โ a milestone that highlights its long-standing commitment to precision engineering, product reliability and forwardโlooking innovation. Founded in 1966, the company has grown from a small specialist manufacturer into a trusted global supplier for major appliance brands.
Over six decades, C.A.E.M has expanded its portfolio across motors, switches, sensors and customised electromechanical solutions, supporting the evolution of modern white goods from early mechanical designs to todayโs connected, energyโefficient appliances. The anniversary also marks a renewed focus on R&D investment, sustainability and nextโgeneration component platforms designed for future manufacturing needs.
As the industry continues to shift toward smarter, quieter and more efficient appliances, C.A.E.Mโs sixtyโyear legacy positions it as a stable, innovationโdriven partner for OEMs worldwide.
Pacifica Expands National Footprint with Acquisition of Repaircare from Screwfix Spares
Pacifica has strengthened its position in the UK domestic appliance repair market with the acquisition of the Repaircare business from Screwfix Spares. The deal expands Pacificaโs nationwide service capability, adding additional engineer coverage, customer reach, and operational capacity across key regions.
The move reinforces Pacificaโs strategy of scaling its endโtoโend repair network at a time when demand for professional appliance servicing continues to rise. Repaircareโs integration is expected to enhance response times, broaden service availability, and support Pacificaโs growing portfolio of manufacturer and retailer partnerships
Haier and Jiaxipera
Jiaxipera compressor was honored with the Strategic Partner Award at the Haier Smart Home Global Supplier Conference, recognizing our strong global delivery capabilities and technological innovation.
Jiaxipera AWE COMPONENT Award,
During AWE 2026, Jiaxiperaโs flagship VNW1113Y variable speed compressor received the prestigious AWE COMPONENT Award, widely regarded as one of the highest honors in the home appliance and consumer electronics industry and often referred to as the sectorโs โOscar.โ The award recognizes products that represent the highest technological standards and key innovation trends of the year.In addition, the VTL1116YL and VND3168U compressors were honored with the GOLDEN NAIL Award, one of the most influential professional awards in Chinaโs home appliance upstream industry. This recognition highlights outstanding technical strength and proven innovation capabilities across the supply chain.
Together, these honors reaffirm Jiaxiperaโs leadership in advanced refrigeration technology and its commitment to delivering high-performance, energy-efficient solutions worldwide.
EGO relaunches DEFENDI product brand
The EGO-Group (EGO) will once again offer gas products under the DEFENDI product brand in the future. In 2013, the gas business was added to the BLANC & FISCHER Group through the acquisition of the DEFENDI Group. To better exploit synergies, the successful and innovative gas solutions of the former sister company DEFENDI were integrated into the product portfolio of EGO in 2020 and marketed under the EGO brand. On January 1, 2021, the site in Camerano officially became part of the EGO-Group: “Defendi Italy Srl” became “EGO Italia Srl”. EGO has decided that, starting from June 2025 it will once again offer its innovative gas solutions under the DEFENDI product brand โ to strengthen its go-to-market approach as part of its growth strategy in the gas business. โThe switch to the DEFENDI product brand will not involve any process or data changes for our business partners,โ assures Karlheinz Hรถrsting Dr. , CEO of the EGO-Group. DEFENDI is a pure product brand of the EGO-Group. EGO remains the business and contractual partner. Camerano remains a site of the EGO-Group and will continue to operate under the name EGO Italia Srl.
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The E.G.O. Group (E.G.O.) is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025. E.G.O. Components (China) Co. Ltd. (E.G.O. China) in Taicang held a big celebration for and with its employees in June. Guests were taken on a journey through the 100-year history of the E.G.O. Group and admired the entries submitted for the art competition. After official greetings and the awards for the โBest global locationโ and the winner of the art competition, everyone enjoyed a meal together. The stage show was put together by the employees themselves. Everyone had a lot of fun and the joint celebration was a complete success. In E.G.O.’s production network, E.G.O. China is the production site for customers from the Asian region. In addition, the Chinese experts repeatedly demonstrate their flexibility, pioneering spirit and future-oriented approach to new challenges. Their annual production figures are impressive: in 2024, the approximately 730 employees produced around 5.3 million EGO HiLightยฎ, 1.3 million thermostats, 95,000 gas components, 296,000 motor-driven heating pumps, 318,000 induction heating elements and around 4 million coils for induction heating elements.
Celebrating 75 Years of Innovation: Sabaf Groupโs Remarkable Journey
The year 2025 marks a milestone for Sabaf Group as it celebrates 75 years since the founding of its parent company, Sabaf SpA. From humble beginnings in a small factory in Lumezzane (BS), the company has grown into a global powerhouse, operating across four continents with 15 production sites and a workforce of over 1,800 employees. This journey, built on passion, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, is a testament to Sabafโs enduring legacy.
Sabafโs story began in 1950 when Giuseppe Saleri, alongside his father and brothers, established SABAF (an acronym for SAleri BAttista & Figli) in Lumezzane (BS). Initially focused on manufacturing brass taps and fittings for the agricultural sector, the company quickly adapted to market demands, embracing the rising household appliance industry.
Over the decades, Sabaf evolved from a producer of agricultural fittings to a multinational leader in high-tech components for household appliances. Today, the company specializes in designing and manufacturing taps, thermostats, burners, hinges, electronics, and cutting-edge induction cooking systems.
As Sabaf Group celebrates this historic milestone, it remains dedicated to its core values: innovation, quality, and an unwavering focus on customer needs. Hereโs to 75 years of excellenceโand an exciting future ahead!
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Just 8 km from the center of ลรณdลบ, E.G.O. Polska Sp. z o.o.’s (E.G.O. Poland) new site is taking shape. Construction is in its final stages. The faรงade and roof are complete, and all windows, doors, and gates have been installed. The technical infrastructure is also in place. Work on the production and administration rooms and sanitary facilities is also well underway. The gradual relocation to the new premises is scheduled to begin in a few weeks. The modern facilities will produce electronic systems for dryers, washing machines, refrigerators, and coffee machines, as well as control panels for dishwashers and induction heating elements. They will also house a new research and development center where innovative user interfaces and connectivity solutions for inductive cooking will be developed
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