The current edition of Stiftung Warentest (StiWa) ‘test’ magazine (10/2022), the WCI 870 WPS and the WWE 360 WPS GreenPerformance washing machines by Miele achieved the top mark of Good (1.6) and putting in a compelling performance over a period of 10 years with their low running costs. In total, StiWa evaluated 14 frontloaders with load capacities between 8 and 9 kg.
«We are pleased about the most recent test win – says Michael Endt, category marketing Germany -and, in particular, at the top marks awarded for environmental properties. This proves that our efforts in developing sustainable and low-consumption products have paid off».
Alongside the criteria included in the evaluation, both models in the test convinced with their innovative PowerWash process with which even very small loads can be washed clean (A-rated wash efficiency) without compromising on energy efficiency. In combination with QuickPowerWash, this is even done in less than one hour. The test results for Miele’s WCI 870 WPS also apply to the technically identical models WWI 860 WPS and WEI 875 WPS
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Arçelik singer new factory
Arcelik proud to share the news of the groundbreaking of Singer Bangladesh Ltd.’s very first state of the art production plant on 10 October, 2022 at the Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ). From its architectural design to construction, from recycled material use to energy and water consumption, the production facility will be designed focusing on sustainability.Singer Bangladesh Limited said they would build their plant on 135,000 square metres of land at the special economic zone.
The company claimed that the plant would create some 4,000 jobs.
Singer will produce different home appliances, including television, refrigerator, washing machine and air conditioner, in the proposed plant.
Liebherr production site grows
The production site for appliances of Liebherr Appliances – Lienz GmbH continues to grow 42 years after its foundation. The groundbreaking ceremony for a new 2000 square meter hall has just taken place in Lienz. An approximately 2,000-square-meter factory hall is planned for the eastern area of the Liebherr site. The site expansion will create space for a tool shop, a locksmith, a joinery, installers, and a forklift shop.
Stay tuned for more updates about this project.
Electrolux quick select Dishwashers
The Electrolux QuickSelect dishwasher user interface makes it easy for consumers to make more sustainable choices, by automatically guiding them to the most efficient program in terms of energy and water consumption. A touch slider with easily understood icons provides instant feedback on the selection, gently encouraging consumers to optimise their use of energy and water. With QuickSelect there is no guesswork, we simply make it intuitive for consumers to select the most suitable dishwasher cycle programs, that will save money and reduce their environmental footprint.
Bertazzoni USA
From Guastalla to the San Francisco Design District: Bertazzoni is proud to announce the opening of its first flagship experience center in the United States. Come discover all our appliances, touch their excellent quality and learn more about the 140 years of history of the Bertazzoni family. Even though we have come a long way, we never forget where our roots lie
Keep your sneakers clean with Philips
Sneakers aren’t simply footwear anymore, in many cases they’re an investment, so you want to keep them in good shape. Say hello to the Sneaker Cleaner from Philips.
It’s a handy, portable, rechargeable solution to make cleaning any spots or stains on your sneakers a snap, keeping them looking as sharp as they day you first pulled them onto your feet.The device comes with three different attachments – hard and soft brushes plus a soft sponge – and a water-resistant head, to make your sneakers sparkle without much more than the touch of a button. Say “see ya!” to potentially damaging scrubbing and rubbing.
Running on four AA batteries (which are included), Philips promise around 80 minutes of run time, with 500 RPM rotation and an IPX5 waterprood rating.
Impressive comeback of the IFA in 202
Sustainability, connectivity and smart home solutions were the major themes at this year’s IFA Berlin – the proportion of trade visitors is growing – strong demand for digital access to the IFA
After a three-year break, the IFA in Berlin has made a strong comeback as the top global event for the consumer and home electronics industry. Despite the pandemic restrictions still in place, which continue to affect parts of Asia, exhibitors occupied more than 80 percent of the exhibition space on the Messe Berlin site. The exhibitors took the opportunity to finally get in touch with dealers, media and end consumers again.
IFA 2022 was also very well attended overall, especially given the ongoing travel restrictions in Asia. Over 161,000 people came to the IFA in Berlin over the five days of the fair. In the pre-pandemic comparison, the proportion of trade visitors was higher. Many exhibitors reported an unusually high number of business transactions during the fair.
The IFA again generated a strong media response: more than 2,500 journalists came to Berlin, around half of them representing international media organizations. Media monitoring has shown that IFA 2022 was reported on by publications and broadcasters in over 100 countries worldwide.
Positive feedback from global brands and retailers
Despite global challenges such as ongoing supply chain disruptions and inflationary pressures, exhibitors at IFA 2022 saw a huge volume of orders.
dr Sara Warneke , Managing Director of gfu, explains: “After the break caused by the pandemic, the IFA has reported back impressively with the most important trends for products and solutions in the areas of consumer electronics and home appliances as well as related industries, especially in the field of sustainability. It was once again the proven meeting place for industry and trade, trade visitors and the media, and of course consumers.”
Martin Ecknig, CEO of Messe Berlin, says: “It’s fantastic that our halls were once again full. I’ve had very positive feedback from all the global brands and retailers I’ve spoken to, and I’m particularly pleased that we’ve had such a large number of insiders and trade visitors at IFA Berlin. We are well on the way to the IFA returning to its full strength in the next few years.”
Berlin’s Governing Mayor Franziska Giffeyis convinced: “The leading trade fair with its smart innovations and energy-efficient technologies is a motor for the economy and the markets worldwide. It is one of Berlin’s flagships, not only as a trade fair and congress, but also as the leading European hub for innovation and technology. The IFA 2022 is a kind of beacon, not least because after two difficult years it stands for an upswing.”
Sustainability in the focus of consumer and home electronics
In addition to the intelligent networking of devices and smart home solutions, sustainability was
one of the major topics at this year’s IFA in Berlin.
This was also reflected in some of the IFA keynotes: Hakan Bulgurlu,
Arçelik’s Chief Executive Officer, made a passionate appeal to the consumer and home electronics
industry to work together and do their part to mitigate climate change and
reduce pollution. Gwenaelle Avice-Huet,
Schneider Electric’s Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer, delved further into how smart home
devices can make our homes more sustainable.
Coffee drinkers in Germany
Many people cannot do without the beloved hot cup of coffee in the morning or a quick espresso in the afternoon. Coffee machines of all kinds have enjoyed a sharp increase in popularity since the beginning of the pandemic. This is not surprising, since the coffee machine product segment offers almost all types of preparation – from classic filter coffee to espresso and cappuccino to cold brew – and thus everything a coffee connoisseur’s heart desires.
For International Coffee Day on October 1st, current market figures show the popularity of the versatile coffee machines:
Between January and August 2022, almost 865 million euros were sold in the coffee machine segment. This is an increase of 20 percent compared to the pre-pandemic period of January to August 2019. Fully automatic coffee machines with a sales increase of 28 percent and espresso portafilter machines with a sales increase of 68 percent made the biggest contributions. A trend towards higher-priced machines can be observed, because the growth rate in the number of pieces is 17 percent for fully automatic coffee machines and 47 percent for espresso portafilter machines.
“In times of the pandemic, when consumers have increasingly focused on their own homes, they have also invested in home appliances. This is also evident in coffee, the Germans’ favorite hot drink. The barista feeling at home is also very popular at the moment,” explains Dr. Sara Warneke, Managing Director of gfu Consumer & Home Electronics GmbH.
In Germany, filter coffee ranks first in terms of popularity, as the coffee consumption study by the German Coffee Association shows. In 2021, 46 percent of households drank filter coffee, followed by 31 percent who prepare their coffee with fully automatic coffee machines. Almost five percent use a portafilter machine, but the proportion is increasing.
Coffee is and remains the favorite drink in Germany, with consumption increasing every year.
According to the German Coffee Association, 169 liters of coffee were drunk per person in 2021 (2020: 168 liters). This corresponds to around 500 million cups, which were consumed across Germany last year more than in 2020.
Philips sustainable breakfast set
Philips Domestic Appliances have launched the Eco Collection in Australia after our successful launch in korea. This is the world’s first sustainable breakfast set made with bio-based plastics from plant oil waste. The breakfast set is designed to offer consumers a green alternative and supports our ambition to grow responsibly and sustainably. The Eco Collection includes a modern designed kettle and toaster that comes with different energy-saving functionalities.
We have partnered with EcoMatcher to plant trees in the Philippines with every purchase from the Eco Collection. This will increase the size of our Buhay Forest (Buhay means Life in Tagalog).
At EcoMatcher, there is an emphasis on the social and economic impact that tree planting can have on societies, partnering with foundations that focus on long-term and sustainable empowerment and development of local communities.
