2022 KOOP event empowers industry with more than 200 virtual workshops

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This year’s “KOOP” cooperative event hosted by the two biggest trade alliance groups in the German electronics industry – expert and EURONICS – offered retailers more than 200 virtual workshops exploring over 70 topics.

This year’s event was originally planned as an in-person trade show, aiming to drive personal interaction in a fully booked exhibition hall, so it was a disappointing blow when the on-site part was cancelled. As a hybrid format had been intended from the outset, the result was, under the circumstances, exceptional. .

The huge interest shown by the industry and its service providers has encouraged the partners to further pursue their concept of a joint trade fair. The organisers have thus announced that expert and EURONICS are already planning next year’s KOOP in conjunction with Messe Berlin. KOOP 2023 is set to be held at Berlin’s exhibition grounds from 18 to 21 February 2023.

Dr Stefan Müller, CEO of expert SE, is full of optimism: “We’ve learned over the past two years that we can successfully and flexibly forge new paths. In this respect, virtual formats are undoubtedly a valuable complement to an in-person trade fair from expert’s perspective. That said, personal contacts are at the heart of our business success, particularly when it comes to cooperative partnership. That’s why we’re looking forward to the upcoming IFA!”

Benedict Kober, CEO of EURONICS Deutschland eG, concurs: “It goes without saying that EURONICS will be exhibiting at IFA again this year. Year-end business promises to be particularly strong in the consumer electronics sector, particularly as this year’s FIFA World Cup is being played in winter and not in its normal summer slot. September’s IFA will therefore be extremely important with regard to product innovations.

Hisense Pure Steam washing machine

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Hisense Pure Steam function the WFQR1014EVAJM front load washing machine deep cleans and refreshes 10 Kg of clothes reducing the ironing time. In addition steam removes the allergen from clothes to ensure the washing items are allergen-free. The model is equipped with durable Inverter motor, self-diagnostic fault-finding system and big Led screen.

Designed to tackle even the most demanding laundry, the Pure Jet series, with its 10 kg drum capacity, is ready to take care of the laundry for a whole family. Hisense Allergy steam/Baby steam care technology releases massive amount of steam from the bottom of the inner tub quickly and removes the allergen from clothes to ensure the washing items are allergen-free. Moreover, the Hisense steam wash technology releases gentle steam to remove clothes’ odour.

The model is also easy to use: with the 15° inclined panel design, the washing machine makes operating much more user-friendly, which means users don’t need to bend down to touch the button anymore. Finally, the Inverter motor of this series products has been upgraded and generates less heat when operating being energy saving and more silent.

WHIRLPOOL CORP. OUTLINES PROGRESS ON NET ZERO TARGETS

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Whirlpool Corporation today issued an update on progress towards achieving Net Zero targets the company first announced in May of 2021. As part of this update, Whirlpool Corp.—building on its long history of improved environmental performance—is accelerating its commitment to sustainable operations through investments in renewable energy, manufacturing plant retrofits, and on-going energy, water, and waste reduction projects.

“Our vision at Whirlpool is to improve life at home. We know fulfilling that vision requires us to think not just in terms of the four walls around us and the communities in which we live, but of the planet that sustains us,” said Marc Bitzer, chairman and CEO of Whirlpool Corp. “Over the course of our history we have consistently developed products and technologies that deliver on this vision.”

Demonstrating Action*
In 2021, Whirlpool Corp.:

Drove a 27 percent reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions globally for all Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to a 2016 baseline, accelerating the company’s progress to meet its Net-Zero target by 2030.Achieved 14 percent  Scope 3 Category 11 emissions reduction, in line with its target reduction of 20 percent by 2030, compared to 2016 levels.Issued its first Sustainability Bond, withthe proceeds allocated to drive positive environmental and social impacts.Continued to develop innovative technologies and products that reduce its environmental impact.

Whirlpool Corp.’s approach to fostering long-term, sustainably-resilient operations starts with innovative design and technology to improve energy and water efficiency, as well as recyclability. Continuous improvements as part of the World Class Manufacturing process have been rolled out in plants and operations across the manufacturing process and supply chain.

“Whirlpool takes a holistic, long-term approach to environmental sustainability,” said Ron Voglewede, director of sustainability. “It’s not too far into the future that we envisage manufacturing home appliances in plants that are 100 percent renewable-powered with off-site and expanded on-site wind farms and solar panels, and an end-of-life product recycling program which directly feeds into our own supply chain for new products.”Whirlpool Corp. is one of the largest onsite wind energy consumers among Fortune 500 companies in the U.S. Through expanding on-site renewables, additional Virtual Power Purchase Agreements (VPPAs), and green energy procurement, the company targets a nearly one-third reduction in its global carbon footprint in its operations.

The company is on track to achieve its Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWtL) goal for all manufacturing sites by the end of the year. Currently, 90 percent of its sites have achieved Gold or Platinum ratings using the UL ECVP 2799 Zero Waste to Landfill standard. The company has also recently joined the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE)  Better Climate Challenge, targeting a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 50 percent within 10 years and collaborating with the DOE and other organizations to cut carbon and save energy. Over the past five years, it has also achieved a 34 percent reduction in water consumption in its operations globally. 

Advancing a Sustainable Future Through Our Products
Whirlpool Corp.’s average refrigerators use less energy than a 60 watt light bulb, its clothes washers have 57 percent more capacity than they did in 1992, and they use 78 percent less energy1—all without compromising quality and function. Overall, Whirlpool Corp. has reduced by 60 percent its product emissions since 2005, and continues to invest in innovation to launch leading products that improve performance, while lowering their overall carbon footprint.

An initiative in Europe has led to the removal of expanded polystyrene (EPS) packaging from cooking products and dishwashers sold to one of its large retail customers. The company also considers how it can use its scale and its presence in approximately 70 percent of U.S. homes2, to drive sustainable behaviors—from educating consumers about not needing to pre-rinse dishes before placing them in the dishwasher, to using connected appliance features to run their appliances during the best times to lower their costs and have the least impact on the electrical grid.To learn more about Whirlpool Corp.’s progress, please view the recently released 2021 Sustainability Report http://whirlpoolcorp.com/2021SustainabilityReport/

Berton and Librizzi, Siemens ambassador for the third year

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For the 3rd consecutive year the starred chef Andrea Berton and the architect Francesco Librizzi  are the faces of Siemens appliances   The two collaborations, born in 2020, continue their path based on harmony and affinity between both ambassadors and the brand, which has always been devoted to the three key principles of technology , innovation and design : this opens a year that promises to be full of initiatives and projects in the name of excellence The two ambassadors will be involved in many scheduled activities, starting with the presence at Eurocucina , which returns with a new edition after the forced stop due to the pandemic and where all the main Siemens news will be presented: chef Berton will entertain visitors with show cooking of recipes that will highlight the great potential of the studioLine premium line and the architect Librizzi will be available with ad hoc meetings on design, to engage in a face-to-face dialogue with professionals, designers, media and customers.

Rossana Sartori, Brand Manager of Siemens

 

“We are thrilled to renew the collaboration again this year: the unmistakable style and attention to detail of two professionals like Librizzi and Berton have made this path full of ideas and initiatives capable of making the most of the dialogue between Siemens and their audience, ”   says Rossana Sartori, Siemens brand manager . “2022 will be a decisive year for the brand and having two personalities at our side so close to the spirit of the brand will help us to communicate the messages and news we have planned for the coming months at 360 degrees”.

The two testimonials will also be the protagonists of some new formats that will animate the Siemens social pages. After last year’s series of video recipes dedicated to the “broth” theme, Andrea Berton will return with a completely new gastronomic concept dedicated to Future Food , a real discovery of the trends in the kitchen of the near future. Some of the most important personalities in the world of architecture will converse with Francesco Librizzi, through video-pills that will be in continuity with the Prototype The Future project carried out in the last two years with the students of the Space design course of the MA in Interior Design of NABA, New Academy of Fine Arts.

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Electrolux on the way to the target of zero waste

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Electrolux on the way to the target of zero waste sent to landfill at all manufacturing sites by 2025. During 2021, other seven factories achieved zero waste to landfill certification issued by a third party: at Manaus and Curitiba in Brazil, Adelaide in Australia, Rosario in Argentina, Olawa and Zabrze in Poland, and Susegana in Italy. Together with the factories in Sao Carlos in Brazil, Solaro and Porcia in Italy and Cairo in Egypt that were certified before 2021, 32% of plants are now certified and the Santiago factory in Chile is expected to follow in the first quarter of this year. “Working toward climate neutral operations, doesn’t just involve

working with energy – it involves working with the efficient use of all kinds of resources – says Giuseppe Caiulo, VP Group Operations Sustainability and Lean Manufacturing -. By producing less waste, we can avoid creating emissions – both caused by their disposal and the sourcing of virgin materials”. When one of the Electrolux factories is third-party certified to the Electrolux Zero Waste to Landfill program, it means that it sends less than 1% of its total waste to landfill. Additionally, certified factories must send less than 3% of their total waste to energy recovery.

Global vacuum cleaner market to grow by CAGR of 9.6% until 2028

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The global vacuum cleaner market size was valued at €9bn in 2020 and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6% from 2021 to 2028. 

Lack of time left for doing household chores due to the implementation of the “work from home” model is one of the key factors driving the demand for vacuum cleaners in the domestic sector, according to new report from Grand View Research.

Changing lifestyles, high disposable incomes, a growing working population, rising purchasing power, and ease of usage are other major factors catalysing the growth of the market worldwide. 

Technological advancements are anticipated to significantly boost product demand in the market. The emergence of robotic vacuum cleaners, which can clean an area without human intervention, is also expected to work in the favour of the product demand, thereby driving the market growth.

Grand View Research
Changing lifestyles, high disposable incomes, a growing working population, rising purchasing power, and ease of usage are other major factors catalysing the growth of the market worldwide. 

Technological advancements are anticipated to significantly boost product demand in the market. The emergence of robotic vacuum cleaners, which can clean an area without human intervention, is also expected to work in the favour of the product demand, thereby driving the market growth.

Grand View Research said an exponential rise in demand for vacuum cleaners was observed in 2020, chiefly owing to the heightened need to maintain hygiene in hospitals and homes amid the surge in COVID-19 cases. 

Several manufacturers reported an increase in sales in these sectors, whereas the demand for vacuum cleaners in the industrial sector witnessed a decline owing to the closure of industrial units globally.

Shashi Kumar, co-founder and chief executive of Grand View Research, said: “The vacuum cleaner industry is undergoing significant changes, driven by changing customer dynamics and innovative technologies. 

“Cleaning is becoming smart with the implementation of smart applications and robotic technologies to create new value from data emerging from different industry verticals. Apart from digitally enhanced products, companies are focusing on developing sustainable products with low emissions and noise. To capitalise on the sales opportunity during the pandemic, several key players have introduced products such as steam cleaners that would be used to disinfect surroundings. The introduction of these products helped companies to increase their sales.”

Product Insights

Kumar said the canister vacuum cleaner segment dominated the market in 2021 with a revenue share of more than 25%. 

Kumar said: “The robotic segment is expected to witness an increase in demand over the next few years. New cleaning requirements and demands have emerged in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to free up the human workforce so that they can attain other duties, especially in hospitals. 

“Such demands have necessitated the adoption of autonomous or robotic vacuum cleaners for the commercial sector. Features such as automatic charging, smart home trend, and voice-activated commands powered by digital voice assistants such as Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant are attracting domestic users. 

“Moreover, advanced features such as navigation technology, voice control, and remote control, allow these devices to help users save time and reduce human assistance.”

Application Insights

The residential segment dominated the vacuum cleaner market growth in 2021 by capturing a revenue share of more than 48%. 

The implementation of the working from home model across regions, which confined people to their homes, increased the demand for home appliances, especially cleaning equipment. Kumar said: “Increasing incidences of allergy and asthma caused due to dust and dirt in residential settings, coupled with the need to keep homes disease-free, drove the demand for residential vacuum cleaners. 

“The rising availability of advanced products, which can capture the tiniest of impurities efficiently, is driving the market growth in residential applications.”

Market Insights

Kumar said that manufacturers are investing heavily in research and development activities to develop and offer intelligent, portable, and lightweight vacuum cleaners. 

He referenced Nilfisk Group, which spent €24.9 million on research and development activities, where the company’s primary focus was on digitalisation and building up a function to support the future requirements in terms of autonomous cleaning and digitalisation. 

“The practice of striking strategic partnerships with industry vendors is further helping market players in getting a competitive edge,” Kumar said.


Indugas by Glem Gas induction and gas cooking in the same hob

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Glem Gas, Italian company specialist in cooking appliances, created Indugas, a 60 cm hob that combines the traditional gas cooking with the innovative induction technology. The solution, rigorously Made in Italy, features intuitive controls positioned on the side of the respective cooking zones facilitating its use and giving the product a neat and elegant appearance. A distinctive, modern and functional hob.

Indugas ensures a totale control of the flame. The tempered glass hobs have front controls with an innovative setting system that allows to adjust the flame power with precision on 9 preset levels. The model is also equipped with a thermocouple which interrupts the gas flow in case of accidental extinguishing of the flame. The thermocouple is activated in 3 seconds after the flame goes out and remains active even in the absence of electricity.

The Indugas hob has an automatic menu that offers 3 different types of Specialista cooking by Glem Gas. In the event of water or any other liquid leaking, the hob switches off automatically. Even when an object or a pan is accidentally placed on the control panel, the hob disconnects, offering maximum safety. Moreover, the Flexi Total Power power management system allows to reduce or increase the total power of the hob.

Haier growing in

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Grant Thornton, one of the world’s leading organizations of audit and consulting, released the list of the fastest-growing Chinese companies in the UK in 2021. Haier UK has made to the list for two years in a row.

It is reported that Grant Thornton released this list after research in cooperation with the China Chamber of Commerce and China Daily. Since 2013, the list has been issued on schedule every year. Grant Thornton surveyed 15,000 Chinese companies in the UK, among which it selected 845 companies to participate in this selection. Finally, 30 of them were shortlisted as the fastest-growing Chinese companies in the UK.According to the survey report, the technology, media, and telecommunications industries exhibited an obvious development trend in 2021. In addition, Chinese-funded enterprises have created nearly 61,000 jobs in the UK, contributing to the region’s economic growth. Of these, the diversified Haier UK is the fastest-growing company in the industry, and its IoT development plays an important role in promoting the local economy. Haier UK is the No. 1 Chinese home appliance company in the UK.Haier UK has accumulated abundant quality local resources covering service, marketing, public relations, logisticand legal affairs network, and channels through years’ development. In 2021, Haier UK insisted on creating a premium brand, achieving No. 1 in the market share of major appliances and winning the largest share in the multi-door refrigerator industry and the top spot in sales volume and revenue of wine coolers, built-in washing machines, and dryers. The Hoover brand under Haier UK has been awarded the title of Superbrands in UK for three consecutive years. Plus, Haier UK has launched a product suite equipped with IoT modules to meet the needs of British consumers for intelligent products.

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