Ufesa presents its new products at IFA, The company shares the spotlight with Zelmer, another of the group’s brands, B&B Trends has chosen IFA 2023 to give visibility to its most recent additions, among which are the super-automatic coffee makers and air fryers from Ufesa, as well as the vacuum cleaners, kettles and meat grinders from Zelmer.
At this fair, the firm presents one of the most successful product categories, air fryers. At Ufesa they continue working to facilitate and promote a healthy lifestyle, and they already have more than twenty references of different capacities, powers, features, colours, designs and finishes.
One of its latest additions is the Eagle fryer, which is distinguished by allowing constant control of the cooking process through its bucket with window and interior light, as well as by its large capacity of 6.5 l and 1,700 W of power. Digital touch time and temperature control, along with a timer of up to 60 minutes and an adjustable temperature of up to 200°C, provide precise control for every dish.
Within this same range, Elektra White is also present , with a 5 l capacity and with 8 preset programs and digital touch control. It has a design with a cool touch body and handle as well as a non-slip base which allows you to cook and handle the fryer safely.
On the occasion of its 60th anniversary, the company has launched the Sensazione super-automatic coffee machine that promises to take the coffee experience to a higher level. It is a product 100% made in Spain, which stands out for the Safe and Grind stainless steel grinder, its 5 adjustment positions and the tank for lovers of ground coffee. It has cutting-edge technology such as Friendly Clean that simplifies cleaning and maintenance. Thanks to One Touch, you can select the type of coffee, quantity and choose 3 intensity levels according to the consumer’s preferences.
Midea a leading brand in smart home appliances, is showcasing a diverse range of products at the IFA 2023 Among its remarkable offerings, Midea’s green and energy-efficient dishwasher (WQP12-U7809X, together with 15 other models), certified by TÜV RHEINLAND, truly takes the lead as an environmentally conscious appliance.
At the IFA stage, Midea demonstrated its commitment to sustainability by showcasing its six green actions on a clean world, which ensures that every aspect of Midea dishwasher’s lifecycle, from design and manufacturing to packaging, transportation, and recycling, operates in accordance with eco-friendly principles, making a significant contribution to a cleaner planet. Particularly noteworthy is the exhibited NXT-GEN Dishwasher, which is gaining attention for its exceptional energy efficiency – up to 20% less energy consumption than A class, as well as its industry-first All-in-one smart TopDose.
At the event themed “Green is the New Clean,” Midea showcased its dishwasher exhibit, highlighted by the TÜV RHEINLAND Green Product Certification award presentation. Meteor Liu, General Manager of Midea KWHA Oversea Sales, participated in the award ceremony and addressed the audience. Midea has been actively working towards a greener and more sustainable future through its Kitchen & Water Heater Appliances Division lineupTÜV RHEINLAND Green Product Mark certification for Midea’s dishwasher encompasses a comprehensive evaluation across six dimensions — Corporate Social Responsibility, Environment Management, Products Climate Resilience (e.g. Carbon Emission Evaluation), Recycled Material Content, Hazard Substances, End of Life. This rigorous assessment ensures that Midea’s products adhere to high standards of environmental responsibility and performance.
In terms of design, Midea crafted its high-energy-efficiency dishwasher that meets top-level A class energy efficiency standards. The TÜV RHEINLAND Green Product Mark certification ensures that the product meets these standards align with European Union regulations for ecological design and energy labeling., during production, Midea minimizes the use of harmful chemicals in its products to reduce their environmental impact and potential harm to humans. Both the dishwasher and packaging materials tested comply with relevant EU environmental regulations. Common harmful substances like phthalates, TBBPA and MCCP were found far below the regulated limits. Additionally, Midea adopts food contact materials in the dishwasher’s interior components to ensure food safety.Midea is also committed to product recycling and reuse, as it aims to minimize plastic waste. Its dishwasher boasts a WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Reuse/Recycling Rate exceeding 87%, with a Recovery Rate surpassing 94%. Moreover, the Company adopts over 30% of recycled material in the dishwasher’s plastic parts (enclosure and stand).
Meanwhile, Midea manages carbon emissions responsibly using low-carbon materials, renewable energy sources like photovoltaic energy, and shorter transportation distances. The calculated carbon emission stands at 192.87 kg CO2eq/item (System boundaries: cradle to the gate), and the score of products repairability index is 8.3.
Looking ahead, Midea Group remains steadfast in its green development strategy, forging continued collaborations with TÜV RHEINLAND to deliver more trustworthy eco-friendly products to consumers.
KONKA has showcased the KONKA 558 refrigerator, gaining attention for its sleek design and robust functionality. Empowered by KONKA Group’s proprietary dual 15-day ecological fresh-keeping technology, the refrigerator features smart sensors to control the ice point and adjust temperature. This innovation keeps meat fresh for up to 15 days. Additionally, intelligent temperature sensors keep vegetables and fruits fresh for the same duration. The appliance includes a temperature-controlled box (to 4°C) box) for baby food, ensuring nutrient stability. Comprehensive antibacterial functions provide added food security, with a bacterial removal rate exceeding 99.79%.
Beko has launched its next generation of sustainable living appliances – including bringing ‘EnergySpin Technology’ to all its washing machine ranges. Showcased in Berlin at the IFA 2023 press conference, the technology works by reinventing the traditional washing processes. The strong message conveyed during the IFA technology conference this year emphasized the impact of collective action towards a more sustainable society, where Beko’s Chief Marketing Officer Akın Garzanlı and Chief Commercial Officer Ragıp Balcıoğlu introduced the “positive domino effect” term which drives the company’s product strategy and technology innovation.Beko’s EnergySpin technology promotes improved, sustainable household habits. Rather than relying heavily on heat to dissolve detergent and eliminate stains, EnergySpin technology releases the detergent upfront. It harnesses the power of faster-than-usual drum speeds to elevate the pace at which the detergent dissolves. Called ‘EnergySpin,’ these unique drum movements eliminate the need for excessive heat generation during the wash, resulting in up to 35% less energy consumption than conventional machines while maintaining high-quality cleaning performance.
In an effort to facilitate greater efficiency, Beko’s EnergySpin solution removes choice from the equation and integrates energy saving into all washing modes, rather than using a single eco mode. This means energy efficiency is now delivered as standard across our most popular wash cycles in addition to “Eco Program”: “Cottons,” “Synthetics,” “Quick,” “Delicates,” “Mix,” “20°C program,” and “ColdWash” program.”“20°C program,” and “ColdWash” program.”
EnergySpin is due to roll out across most of the range, providing Beko’s A-rated energy-saving appliances available across Europe. The product will be on the market by the end of 2023.
Akın Garzanlı, Chief Marketing Officer at Beko comments: “Our latest technology for Beko is utilizing cutting-edge innovation. Beko’s EnergySpin is a gamechanger technology that stands out in the industry. Beko’s mission is to promote sustainable lives in every household and we aim to ensure that our products last for an extended period before requiring replacement. Through our technology, innovation, and business model, we strive to empower our customers to make meaningful and positive choices that ultimately result in a better state of mind.”
Ragıp Balcıoğlu, Chief Commercial Officer at Beko, comments: “The cost-of-living crisis is impacting lives worldwide and forcing people to alter their spending habits. As we believe that listening to our stakeholders during these challenging times is more crucial than ever, we surveyed our European retailers and their feedback validated that the demand for energy-efficient and affordable products will continue into 2024. As the top-selling major home appliance brand in Europe, we aim to provide advanced technology combining the latest innovations, quality, and harmonious designs. Our goal is to empower consumers to live consciously and sustainably while getting the most value for their investment. We will keep our contributions to make sustainability the topmost priority in our industry, and we will work together with our stakeholders to create a positive domino effect.”bring the ethos of the positive domino effect to life, Beko has created an interactive experience set to launch at IFA 2023. Designed to inform consumers of the potential of the positive domino effect, the experience, named DOMINO: The Little One, is a free to play video game that helps consumers understand the impact of their choices. Set in a fantasy world devastated by climate change, players can experience the impact of positive, incremental actions necessary to survive within the game. The game will be available on Steam, App Store, and Google Play this winter.
LG Electronics introduces, at IFA 2023, its new built-in kitchen “package”. The lineup comprises an InstaView™ oven, QuadWash™ dishwasher, downdraft induction hob, bottom-freezer refrigerator and microwave oven. The built-in kitchen package bolsters LG premium product portfolio, which already includes the ultra-premium Signature Kitchen Suite. Considering the InstaView oven, thanks to its enhanced insulators and optimized heating control, the appliance achieves an A++ energy efficiency rating. The new oven also has a four-layered glass door that minimizes heat loss and comes equipped with LG InstaView technology, which allows users to easily see inside without having to open the door. Moreover, leveraging the uniform heat and precise control of ProBake Convection™ technology, the product can provide specialized cooking settings such as steaming, sous-vide and air frying. Cleaning the oven after use is easy with EasyClean™, which removes the need for vigorous scrubbing and the use of chemicals. Along with the 24-inch InstaView model, a compact, 24-inch oven with Steam Assistant, also from the LG built-in kitchen package, is showcased at IFA. As regards to the LG QuadWash dishwasher, the product offers an A energy efficiency rating, employing the company’s Inverter Direct Drive Motor to optimize energy usage during every cycle. With LG QuadWash technology inside, the built-in dishwasher shoots out high-pressure jets of water in all directions to remove stains, grease and food debris from dishes. Meanwhile, the TrueSteam™ technology minimizes water spots. The appliance also features an easy-to-read LED display panel and is Wi-Fi-enabled: the product can connect to the LG ThinQ™ app, allowing users to control and monitor operation, download new cycles and resolve minor issues with Smart Diagnosis. Finally, LG’s new induction hob has a downdraft ventilation system and presents a hood located in the center of the cooking surface itself. Effectively pulling down smoke and steam from cooking, the system uses mesh filters and offers variable speed settings. User-friendly slide-type touch controls contribute to the understated, minimalist look of the hob.
At IFA, CHiQ rolled out its Space Pro series of refrigerators and washing machines, crafted with cutting-edge ultra-thin technology, delivering on the promise of “compact size, ample capacity.” Changhong also showcased an array of new products, from Eva air conditioners and heat pumps to self-cleaning robot vacuums, drawing significant attendee interest.
In addition to hardware upgrades, Changhong also unveiled smart home data security solutions centered on household privacy protection. By leveraging blockchain and other innovative tools, these initiatives create a reliable data flow framework for smart homes. This array of offerings underscores Changhong’s commitment to technological advancement.
Electrolux Group is showcasing at IFA 2023, for the first time, its EcoLine. It is a dedicated selection created to help consumers reduce their climate impact while providing high-quality performance. The new line includes all the main product categories ensuring it meets the appliances needs of the entire home. Within laundry, EcoLine shows washers which have an energy rating better than the best A rating on the market and with resource saving features such as AutoDose, which saves detergent, and UltraWash which cleans efficiently at 30ºC and saves 30% energy. EcoLine tumble dryers with heat pump technology can save up to 68% more energy versus a traditional tumble dryer. Besides, the ovens retain minerals and vitamins while using up to 20% less energy when cooking with steam, and a steam cleaning function saves up to 95% energy versus pyro cleaning. Other appliances included in the EcoLine are hobs, hoods, dishwashers, free-standing cookers and air purifiers. Finally, the company proposes also the AEG SaphirMatt induction hob with scratch-resistant glass. The SaphirMatt ceramic glass is able to withstand everyday use and abrasions without being scratched.
Siemens asked the question as clearly as possible: What does artificial intelligence mean for us? What does AI mean, for example? in the kitchen and in the rest of the home?
The German manufacturer, in its “Garden of Intelligence” at the IFA fair, itself provided a number of rather good answers.
Artificial intelligence is, for example, often something we overlook. Because we as consumers do not update that the product has become intelligent. We don’t need to talk to an “Alexa” or another robot until something is actually “artificially intelligent” to us.
“The artificial angel is bigger than the individual product. Bigger than the oven or coffee machine. Bigger than the washing machine talking to the dryer”.
“Artificial intelligence is about saying ‘hello’ – and that all your white goods and household appliances then listen and learn. Let’s not talk so much about the individual appliances. Let’s say hello to them and see what they can do”, said Siemens’ German product manager.
Siemens then gave simple and clear examples of precisely the artificial intelligence built into their products. For example in the dishwasher’s program selection, where the machine quickly discovers that the consumer only normally uses two or three programmes. Therefore, the machine, step by step, takes this into account, as there is of course the possibility behind it that the consumer can choose far more advanced programs for. e.g. glass washer or other.
The refrigerator is also aware that today’s consumer makes fewer and larger purchases. Therefore, the refrigerators have systems built in that keep food fresh longer. There is simply more space, more light and more temperature zones.
“The white goods have, almost without us realizing it, become intelligent problem solvers”. it sounded from Siemens.
The refrigerators are also getting bigger. Siemens presented, like its colleagues from Bosch, new XL refrigerators, which measure 194 centimeters in height and 77 centimeters in width as standard. Up to 45% more “utility value” or storage space in the same product.
Finally, Siemens was also involved in the trend for products to clean themselves and partially repair themselves. The Eco900 coffee machine is able to “clean itself”. The washing machine itself tells the consumer about the fault it has found or is about to find, e.g. a clogged filter. After this, the consumer can solve the problem himself or with simple help from a distance – without expensive service visits.
The role of the appliance service man is changing.
Last, but perhaps not least, Siemens withdrew the guarantee to supply key spare parts by five years. Siemens now guarantees a 15-year supply of critical spare parts against a previous ten-year guarantee. To that extent, sustainability has become a competitive parameter
86 percent of Western European consumers declare that sustainability matters a lot to their choice of product. Even so, only 11% of consumers actually choose to use the eco program. Most people think that choosing energy label A is the only thing they need to do to be sustainable…
That’s how sharp it sounded from Marcus Miele, representative of one of Miele’s two founding families, when German Miele held a press conference on 30 August 2023 at the IFA fair in Berlin.
There is no doubt that sustainability is “the nerve of our time”. And there is also no doubt that Miele is trying to give consumers answers to the demands of sustainability at every turn.
This applies in production, where already in 2021 Miele switched to using 100% green energy in the manufacture of products at all factories.
And this applies in the relationship with the consumer, where Miele, like other major manufacturers, links the digital with the sustainable more strongly than ever.
The linking of artificial intelligence with sustainability takes place in a series of new apps, where the consumer can get a “consumption overview” and can set the appliances to run when it makes the most sense in relation to the electricity price. The new apps are designed so that there is also “fun” and competition involved, probably inspired by the apps where athletes today can compete virtually in running, cycling, golf etc.
New at Miele is “AI-diagnosis”, where artificial intelligence can make repairs a new, better and cheaper experience. The consumer can troubleshoot his washing machine, possibly with the assistance of a technician who follows the distance. The consumer can also be notified of upcoming errors. The new AI technology can predict e.g. a clogged filter or a need for descaling.
Miele has taken several years of oven technology development into an app – Meal Sync, so that the artificial intelligence itself analyzes the food that is put in the oven and calculates the cooking and roasting times.
“Stress-free cooking”, as it was called. The technology can do a lot: “However, you still have to chop the vegetables yourself”, as it dryly sounded in a side note from Miele director Axel Kniel.
All in all, the product news was lined up at Miele’s press conference. A microplastic filter for the washing machine was presented, a Laundry Dry Cabinet for the wrinkled clothes was presented.
As well as a new, further developed version of Miele’s cordless vacuum cleaner, and convenient new cordless Duoflex HX1 stick vacuum cleaner, was presented by Reinhard Zinkann. With its SpeedLock system*, patents pending, and a matching wall bracket, the Duoflex HX1 is astonishingly simple to operate. A further benefit is the modern design concept with six attractive colour versions. ‘This vacuum cleaner is far too attractive to be stowed away in a utility room’, is Zinkann’s verdict. The Duoflex HX1 has proven motor technology from Miele’s Euskirchen plant to thank for its suction
Further improvements on the dishwashing front
Previously, Zinkann had drawn attention to the Miele dishwasher as a ‘success story of the special kind’, with over 940,000 units sold in a single year, five wins in a row with Germany’s consumer watchdog Stiftung Warentest, the Green Product Award 2023 – and with almost all models from the current G 7000 series sporting the top ‘A’ energy efficiency class. ‘For this IFA, we have further perfected our dishwashers’, Zinkann announced. By way of an example, he cited additional programmes for thorough, energy-efficient and gentle cleaning in equal measure. In addition to this, the dishwasher baskets have undergone further development to securely accommodate reusable bottles and drinking straws for thorough cleaning. At the end of the day, it is those small things and details which often make a difference – for greater sustainability in everyday life.
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