Whirlpool have unveiled the new St. Joseph Technology Center located in St. Joseph, Michigan. The $60+ million project is part of a three-phase plan to redesign an iconic research and development facility that has been home to a century of appliance innovations.
“In 1911, the first electric washing machines were built here in St. Joseph, Michigan, and we continue to grow that legacy with the investment in this new, state-of-the-art technology center,” said Whirlpool Corp. chairman and CEO, Marc Bitzer at the event.
The celebration was attended by several elected officials including Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and U.S. Representative Bill Huizenga,
LG Electronics (LG) is set to unveil its housing solution, LG Smart Cottage, at IFA 2023. The Smart Cottage is a compact, prefabricated home incorporating LG’s cutting-edge heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and energy solutions, as well as its newest smart home appliances and services. Blending premium appliances and convenient services with a space constructed using the latest in modular housing technologies and techniques, LG Smart Cottage introduces a new paradigm in residential living.
Designed with sustainability in mind, and aligned with LG’s vision of a Better Life for All, the Smart Cottage features a two-story, studio-style layout that provides a functional, convenient living environment and maximum space efficiency. The modular home, which has a small footprint yet boasts all the appliances and facilities one could need, can be easily transported and placed in the desired location. The innovative, high-efficiency LG kitchen, living and air solutions installed in LG Smart Cottage include the WashTower Compact, QuadWash™ dishwasher, various built-in kitchen appliances, a water purifier and the Therma V™ Monobloc air-to-water heat pump (AWHP). In addition to delivering year-around indoor comfort while using less power than a conventional heating and cooling system, LG’s energy-saving AWHP can provide a reliable supply of hot water via connection to the 200-liter-capacity Integrated Water Tank (IWT).
APPLiA membership continues to grow, so does the number of manufacturing sites owned by our members in Europe, helping to stimulate the economy by creating new jobs each year.
Haier announce thecontinued expansion in the UK with the opening of a third Activation Centre!
Located in the heart of London at the iconic Business Design Centre, The Haier Design Activation Centre follows on from the two Warrington based brand and training activation centers which are used for both internal meetings and external events.
The new Haier Design Activation Centre will give us a space in the heart of the UK capital for our customers, colleagues and communities, and it will provide us with amazing opportunities to launch ground-breaking solutions, services and ecosystems at the heart of an iconic and industry leading event space.
LG Electronics (LG) invites consumers from around the globe to experience its latest innovations at IFA 2023 in Berlin, Germany (September 1-5). Under the theme of Sustainable Life, Joy for All, the company will introduce the LG Sustainable Village and an evolved ecosystem of efficient, convenient and sustainable products and solutions designed to help create a better life for people and the planet.
During IFA 2023, visitors to LG’s booth in Hall 18 at Messe Berlin can discover the advanced, eco-minded features and functions of the company’s newest offerings and learn about its comprehensive vision for a sustainable life.
Those unable to attend IFA in person can still explore LG’s innovation showcase by checking out the LG Booth video, which will be uploaded on the LG Global YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/@LGGlobal) on opening day.
Kent Fiesta announce they are attending at 3 trade fairs BERLIN-ISTANBUL-GUANGZHOU
Kent Dayanikli Tuketim Mallari San. Tic. Ltd. Sti. manufactures handy and unique cooking appliances since 1974 and continue our operations is our fully integrated production plant on a 33.000 m2 area, located in Tekirdag / Corlu Industrial Zone.With our experience of more than 40 years, we provide services to meet all the wishes and expectations of our wide range of customers around the world, with our ever-growing, developing and changing structure over our FIESTA brand, and to make them feel special. With over 500 employees, our production capacity is 400.000 pieces free-standing cookers per year 50.000 pieces built-in ovens per year and 200.000 pieces tabletop & built-in cookers per year. FIESTA is one of the leading manufacturer and exporter companies in the cooking appliances sector in Türkiye with a various range of products. We have a wide and consistent sales are including 5 continents and over 110 countries in Europe, South America, Middle America, CIS, GULF, Central Asia, Africa, Middle East, Far East, Oceania, and Pacific regions.iesta
The Test Wash facility experience centre offers businesses the chance to see and experience Miele Professional’s commercial laundry machines in action. The facility has undergone a complete redevelopment to create a fully functional showroom that showcases the capabilities of Miele’s professional equipment.
The facility is located at Miele’s headquarters in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, and is designed to cater to businesses in various industries, including lab, medical and dental, as well as hospitality and care markets. By allowing businesses to try out the machines before making a purchase, Miele aims to provide them with the confidence and assurance they need to invest in its products.
The Test Wash facility experience centre is equipped with state-of-the-art Miele Professional laundry machines, which are specifically designed for commercial use.
Innovative products and services for greater sustainability and convenience are Miele’s top themes at this year’s IFA with the motto: ‘A Miele Open House‘. The topic of environment and climate, which has always been a high priority at the company, remains at the center of its offer. The outstanding durability and repairability of Miele appliances, as well as their energy efficiency, combined with the best results and convenience features are just two examples of how Miele supports its customers in making their lives as sustainable as possible.
Among the new appliances, Miele will present its first washing machine to undercut the limit value for energy efficiency class A by 10%. The dishwashers on the G 7000 series are among the most sustainable on the market. The G 7465 SCVi XXL model recently won the prestigious ‘Green Product Award‘. Now these appliances have been given additional programmes for cleaning which is as thorough as it is energy-efficient and gentle. In addition, the dish racks have been further developed so that reusable glass bottles and drinking straws can also be securely attached and thoroughly rinsed.
A further contribution to climate protection in the home is made by the Consumption Dashboard in the Miele app, with detailed consumption displays, long-term statistics on usage behaviour, the associated consumption, and practical tips on how to use the appliance as efficiently as possible. The Consumption Dashboard, in this form unique by Miele, was presented at the last IFA in a first step for dishwashers and meanwhile is also available for monitoring washing machines.
At IFA, Miele will also display the AI-based assistance system Smart Food ID, which recognises dishesvia a camera in the oven and shows them on the oven display. All it needs then is the OK to confirm and baking, roasting or cooking starts and ends automatically. Currently, Smart Food ID recognises about 30 recipes, and Miele is gradually expanding the range. Smart Food ID has already been introduced in the first European countries, including Austria and Switzerland, with Germany to follow in the coming weeks.
Gifam, the French Association of Home Appliances Brands announced the re-election of Véronique Denise, president of Beko France, as president. Re-elected by the members of the Board of Directors at the end of her first term of office, which began on March 11, 2021, she will be president for another ye
From April 13 to May 28, the latest interior design and lifestyle trends were on display at top design fair Casa Décor in Madrid, Spain and Electrolux Group’s premium brand AEG is there. This article shares the key trends that are expected to evolve the performance and enjoyment in the kitchen now and in the very near future.
Director Product Line Taste, Iberia, Alberto Dani took part in a panel discussion “Design, Functionality and Sustainability,” alongside Anna Ferrer, architect specializing in sustainability and founder of CU4 Studio, and Beatriz Tejada, Design and Creative Studio Director for Spanish furniture manufacturer dica. AEG is showcasing its latest kitchen appliances as part of dica’s design space.. When it comes to appliances, less is more Appliances should be simultaneously beautifully understated, but clever in performance by offering multiple functions. At the event, sleek hobs with integrated fans were the norm, as were ovens that could toggle between steam, convection and microwave cooking. All help to reduce visual clutter, whilst the AEG matte black appliances are discreet with a premium finish so that when on display they present a sophisticated design statement.
Alberto Dani showcasing the AEG induction hob with integrated fan.
Serious about sustainability: from eco settings to compact spaces
The showcase included no end of sustainable thinking with many design features using recycled material – from PET on ceiling lights to the inner liners of the AEG fridge made from 70% recycled plastic. Trends from the panel discussion also focused on quality, longer lasting materials, as well as personalization when designing spaces. Kitchens and homes can support people far better when done to fit around people’s lifestyles and their sustainable wishes and more of this is being requested. Appliances also offered eco settings that ensure energy use is minimized without sacrificing performance.Technology and smart design strengthen emotional connection ”Many of the new experiences on offer in the kitchen could pass you by and your life would be just fine,” says Dani. “But as it should be with smart design and technology working together, once a feature or product offer has been experienced, it is very difficult to settle for less and this helps strengthen the emotional connection to kitchen and user.
Such experiences include the AEG ComfortLift dishwasher that lifts the lower basket of the appliance up for easy loading and unloading, the vacuum sealer that helps keep food for longer and provides new ways to cook, as well as the steam function within multipurpose ovens.
Alberto Dani demonstrating the ComfortLift dishwasher.
People are willing to spend more
“We also see that as people demand more, so they are willing to spend more,” adds Dani. “In Spain, the average price of home appliances has increased by 16% versus pre-pandemic. Part of this is due to inflation, but equally it shows that people invest in their home, especially when you consider that prices of home appliances have been historically quite stable,” he explains.
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