Seb group posts sales at +7.3% in the first quarter

The small household appliances market is doing better than that of large household appliances and the figures published by Groupe Seb confirm this trend. The French leader announces sales of €1,893 million for the first quarter of 2024, an organic increase of 7.3the first quarter, Groupe Seb achieved sales of €1,893 million, an organic* increase of 7.3% and 3.9% based on published data. The currency effect remains penalizing over these first 3 months with a negative impact of €75 million, or -4% of sales, but this trend should ease over the months. The scope effect has a positive impact of 0.7% or €13 million. The latter includes the consolidation of La San Marco, Pacojet and Forge Adour.

Rowenta high efficiency ironing

Groupe Seb launches with Rowenta the new high-efficiency ironing center with ecological design Eco Steam Pro, DG9621F0, which offers highly efficient ironing in Eco mode and energy savings of up to 50%. With 7.8 bars of pressure, continuous steam output of up to 140 g/min and steam boost of 500 g/min, it eliminates the most difficult wrinkles. It has an eco-responsible design, as it is made with up to 42% recycled materials and is up to 85% recyclable, and with eco-responsible packaging, this ironing center limits its environmental impactIn addition, it integrates super-quiet technology with ironing that is up to 5 times quieter (compared to the Perfect Steam Pro range) and a very efficient anti-limescale system that keeps your product in optimal conditions for a long time. The patented Microsteam 400 HD Laser 3D soleplate with 400 active steam micro-holes offers the best steam distribution on the market (compared to the top ten sellers in Europe). Other features are its large removable water tank with 1.3 L capacity for less frequent refilling; control panel with 5 settings for greater ease of use and locking system for easy and safe transport and storage.

Polti next level Irons

Polti has unveiled its new range of Next irons, where Next stands for “next level”. The line includes 5 models, differentiated by color and technical characteristics. All have a powerful boiler with unlimited autonomy (the top of the range VN18.65 reaches up to 7.2 bar) and the rounded 360° Fluid Curve plate (patented technology), which allows user to iron easily in all directions. The Turbo function further enhances the release of steam, to also treat fabrics such as linen and jeans. And with the Steam Pulse function, the steam comes out at regular intervals without having to press any buttons. The new models reduce water and energy consumption thanks to the Eco function. Furthermore, Polti Vaporella Next switches off automatically after 10 minutes of inactivity and is equipped with the Calc Cleaning system.

Polti has recently launched a new line of irons called “Next”, which stands for “next level”. The range comprises of 5 different models that are differentiated based on their technical features and color. All the irons are equipped with a potent boiler that offers limitless autonomy. The top-end model, VN18.65, can reach up to 7.2 bar. The 360° Fluid Curve plate, a patented technology, makes it easy for users to iron in all directions. The Turbo function aids the release of steam, making it possible to treat fabrics like linen and jeans. The Steam Pulse function facilitates the steam to come out regularly without requiring the user to press any buttons. The Eco function is designed to reduce water and energy consumption. Furthermore, the Polti Vaporella Next is programmed to switch off automatically after 10 minutes of inactivity and comes equipped with the Calc Cleaning system.