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Mythos Frankie launch T shelf hood

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The Mythos T-Shelf island hood enters the scene as a protagonist, capable of merging functionality and beauty, part of the Mythos family, the premium range of the brand that offers the best of Franke quality to lovers of elegance, reaching new heights of stylistic excellence and durability. All the elements of the Mythos collection are integrated in a harmonious system , united by the same aesthetics and without design discontinuity.Mythos T-Shelf is available in the iconic Black Matt finish and energy class A , and allows for 360° use thanks to the symmetrical position of the user interface and lights; rigor and lightness combine perfectly, moreover, in the encounter between its essential design lines and its smoked glass shelves . Finally, the matt black filters match the hood, giving it a homogeneous, discreet and elegant effect.

Not only an aesthetically appealing design hood, but also an ally in creating the right atmosphere, in a perfect balance of light and sound: the two LED light bars with dimmer function , in fact, allow you to set the desired light, while thanks to the Sound Pro it is possible to obtain a silent environment without sacrificing maximum performance, guaranteeing a suction capacity of 750 m3/h in intensive mode

Maeder leaves the Artemis Group

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Christian Maeder, chief financial officer (CFO) of the Artemis Group and chairman of the Board of Directors of Franke Holding AG, will leave the Group in spring 2023 after eight years. The search for his successor as CFO of the Artemis Group has been initiated. The chairmanship of the Board of Directors of Franke Holding AG will be taken over by Alexander Pieper, currently Vice Chairman, as of spring 2023.

Alexander Pieper, vice chairman of the Board since 2019, knows the Franke Group well. Before becoming CEO of Swiss tool manufacturer Kraftwerk, he worked for 13 years at Franke in various management roles in Germany and abroad, such as managing director of the subsidiaries in the United Arab Emirates and the Philippines. In addition, he has been a member of the Board of Directors of Artemis Holding AG since 2015 and will be more involved in the Artemis Group in the future as part of the generation change.

Michael Pieper, owner and CEO of the Artemis Group, regrets the departure of Christian Maeder and expressly thanks him for his achievements in the various areas of responsibility in the Artemis Group as well as for the trustful cooperation. «As Chairman of the Board of Directors of Franke Holding AG – Pieper said – Christian Maeder was responsible for the strategic direction of the Group and drove it forward with confidence and foresight – thus making a significant contribution to the positive development of the company. I am delighted that my son Alexander is taking over as Chairman of the Board of Directors and wish him every success and satisfaction in his new role

Franke Europe campaign

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The new pan-European campaign “The Great Stage” the intelligent solutions for the home and the design of Franke Home Solutions are staged, for a kitchen suited to everyone’s wishes

A range of integrated solutions to meet every need in the new pan-European Franke Home Solutions campaign , in line with the Division’s change strategy following the Group’s rebranding : it’s “The Great stage” , built on the company’s forward-looking strategy, which combines an exclusive design with excellent functionality , Swiss quality and eco-conscious innovations for a better life.

The Franke Home Solutions division was born in 2021 from the merger of the Franke Kitchen Systems and Faber Hoods & Cooking Systems divisions and has since then built on the Group’s decennial experience and its innovative strategy in the sectors of preparation and cooking for the home kitchen across all product categories, including sinks, mixers, hoods, hobs, ovens, accessories and food preparation systems. Many of the division’s innovative products have already won several design awards, such as the prestigious Red Dot and iF Design Award.Available on digital and print channels , “The Great Stage” celebrates the delicious virtues of cooking at home, where every meal preparation can become something exciting . The video spot takes the audience on a one-day adventure in the life of the protagonist, a passionate home and kitchen lover who lives his culinary creativity to the fullest with the help of the Franke integrated system, which includes sink, mixer, hood and cooking tools, all part of the exclusive Mythos range. With the claim “A Great Performance Deserves a Great Stage” (“A great performance deserves a great stage”), Franke Home Solutions imagines the kitchen as a stage, in fact, to show your best culinary skills and enjoy the conviviality of the moment. https://youtu.be/0jMSzlcQJzE

Christian Maeder leaves the Artemis Group

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christian maeder, chief financial officer cfo of the artemis group and chairman of the board of directors of franke holding ag, will leave the artemis group in spring 2023. the company announced that search for his successor has been initiated. the chairmanship of the board of directors of franke holding ag will be taken over by alexander pieper, currently vice chairman, as of spring 2023.

Faber facility goes green

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Franke Group has led its hoods production Faber facility in Sassoferrato, Italy towards a greener future.

We are proud of this successful investment at our Berbentina plant in Sassoferrato!

It’s a great example of how #Franke is increasing energy efficiency and contributing to climate neutrality.

Our 1 MW photovoltaic system was recently switched on and connected, covering 23% of the plant’s total annual electricity consumption.

As part of the system, over 2,500 solar panels have been installed, saving 305 tons of CO2 annually.

Further solar panel systems have already been installed at several Franke locations and more will follow.

AQ Sense Range of Hoods from Franke

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The new AQ Sense Range of Hoods from Franke Home Solutions is a step forward in keeping the kitchen air quality safe and bringing smart technology into the home.

Thanks to its AQ Sense technology, the hoods are equipped with an air quality sensor that constantly monitors the air quality, temperature and humidity. The hood automatically activates when unsafe levels of VOCs (volatile organic compounds) are detected, ensuring that the indoor air quality remains safe and healthy in your kitchen.

Everything can be controlled from your phone through the Franke App, and the AQ Sense Range is also compatible with Amazon Alexa. Furthermore, there is also a built-in browser, so recipes, music, videos and much more can be enjoyed while keeping the kitchen safe. A truly smart solution that every house

Franke introduces the 70 cm wide built-in refrigerator

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Franke’s Skyscraper collection expands itself with the new built-in refrigerator FCB 400 V NE E, a product that is taller and wider than the standard (193.5 cm height and 70 cm width). The appliance guarantees a large capacity: 400 liters (299 liters for the fridge and 101 liters for the freezer). In addition, the new refrigerator is equipped with the Easy Frost system, the Cold Zone compartment (thanks to the temperature of 0° it is ideal for meat and fish) and the Fresh Zone drawer for fruit and vegetables. Finally, it has a low noise level (35 dBA) and has LED lighting.