Good news for Midea! European regulators have approved their purchase of the Teka Group, a well-known maker of kitchen appliances. This means Midea now owns brands like Teka, Küppersbusch, and Intra, and will oversee Teka’s 10 factories around the world. Teka, which has offices in 33 countries and employs 3,000 people, had a turnover of €660 million last year. This acquisition marks a big step for Midea as they expand their reach in the kitchen appliance industry.
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Teka win design award
In the latest edition of the European Design Awards, the Teka brand has received 4 accolades across two different categories: the Full Black edition ovens, the MestrePaeller induction cooktop, and the Total Oven Range have been recognized in the Home /Kitchen Appliances category
Teka EasySteam ovens combine dry heat and steam to achieve the best results
Teka presents EasySteam, an innovative line of ovens that combines traditional dry heat with steam cooking technology, offering a different way of cooking. This new range offers different functions that allow you to enjoy more tender and juicy food, with uniform and fast results, preserving its nutritional benefits.
Steam is one of the key elements in EasySteam ovens, providing the necessary moisture during cooking to obtain tastier and softer dishes. This function also allows you to preserve essential nutrients, making it an ideal option for healthy eating. In addition, it is very easy to use thanks to the special tray included to generate steam: just pour water, select the EasySteam function on the control and adjust the temperature to obtain perfect dishes.
The EasySteam line also features advanced SurroundTemp technology, which distributes heat evenly inside the oven, avoiding undercooked or burnt areas, ensuring fast and even cooking for any type of preparation and reducing cooking times, which translates into energy savings. That’s why EasySteam ovens have an A+ energy rating.
Mauro Correia, new CEO of Teka Appliances
The Board of Directors of Grupo Teka Industrial, SA, chaired by Arturo Baldasano, has appointed Mauro Correia as the new CEO of Teka Electrical Appliances, one of the three business units of Teka Industrial, SA, together with Thielmann (containers) and Strohm ( bathroom).
Mauro Correia, until now the group’s
president of international markets, joined Teka in 2016 and has 25 years of professional experience in different industries and top-level companies such as Walmart, Renault or BSH. He is an Electronic Engineer from the Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo and trained in Strategic Business Management at the Fundação Dom Cabral. He has held different positions of responsibility, in commercial areas, marketing, strategy, quality, R&D, and production, also participating in the development of the group’s current strategy. Correia thanked the Council for its trust in him and expressed “His commitment to the project and his conviction in ensuring that the company achieves its objectives and consolidates the achievements achieved in recent years.”
Mauro Correia succeeds Dr. Stefan Hoetzl, who has reported his voluntary resignation as of November 1 “to take on a new professional challenge in an international company based outside of Spain . “
For its part, the Council has reported that Correia’s appointment is an “organic transition that ensures the continuity of the project designed by the current management team. And it demonstrates the resilient evolution of Teka Electrical Appliances, which has increased its operational result in the last 5 years in a very positive way, managing to achieve a result in 2022 similar to the good year 2021 and with a forecast for 2023 close to the previous two years. , in unfavorable market conditions.”
Teka manufactures all its products with 100% renewable energy in Spain
Since 2020, the entire manufacturing process of Teka products at the Zaragoza and Santander plants is carried out with 100% renewable energy. Likewise, Teka’s offices and warehouses in Spain also use green energy. Thanks to this initiative, the supply consumed avoids the emission of CO 2 (TCO 2 eq) into the atmosphere due to power generation.
Teka’s environmental commitment focuses on the correct management of all processes, from the manufacture of its products to the optimization of resources and waste. In this way, a more sustainable product is offered without losing its quality and essence.
Teka and the planet
Teka has been working for years on the transformation of the sector, introducing sustainability criteria in the design and production of its electrical appliances. For this reason, the ISO 14001 certification endorses and recognizes Teka’s responsibility with the planet.
This is demonstrated by the company’s CSR policy, which follows three clear lines of action. On the one hand, the use of recycled materials when manufacturing its electrical appliances, while introducing recycled glass in its production process. The second pillar is the reuse of plastic: Teka washing machines, dishwashers and refrigerators are made with reused plastic waste that has been transformed to partially incorporate the plastic-based components of these products, consequently reducing carbon dioxide emissions into the atmosphere. during the manufacturing process. Finally, it is worth noting the German brand’s commitment to durability. Teka has had products with the LifeTime Warranty seal for years,
Teka triumphs triple at the 2023 Product of the Year Awards
Teka, specializing in comprehensive solutions for the kitchen, has received three awards from the only contest in Spain where consumers annually choose the best innovations on the market, the Product of the Year Awards 2023. After an exhaustive study of more than 10,000 people representative of the Spanish population, After an exhaustive study of more than 10,000 people representing the Spanish population, the Product of the Year organization has awarded Teka in three of its main categories for MasterSense Air inductions, Gourmet BBQ barbecues and Sommelier wine bars.
Teka and the Product of the Year Awards
One of the awards has been received for the MasterSense Air induction, which combines a hood and induction hob in one and includes direct access and intelligent cooking functions. Thanks to its automatic system and temperature sensors, MasterSense Air allows the user to only have to choose a cooking function, for its part, the hob automatically reaches and maintains the temperature necessary to cook the selected recipe. In addition, the hood is also capable of starting automatically and adapting its intensity to the power required at all times.
The have also stood out in this contest for their innovation. Its PerfectTemp technology creates up to three independent temperature zones so that we can store red, white and sparkling wine in one place, maintaining the properties of each of them. In addition, it is important that said temperature remains stable, so the SmartControl system prevents it from fluctuating by more than 1º. For its part, the innovative SurroundAir cooling system evenly distributes cold air to maintain a constant and homogeneous temperature throughout the interior. The Sommelier Series is designed to maintain all the flavor of the wine, and for this, it incorporates the HumidityControl system, which guarantees the right level of humidity, between 55% and 75%, thus preventing the cork from drying out and preserving its quality.
the Gourmet BBQ gas barbecue models have also received the Product of the Year seal. Gourmet BBQ has an ultra-fast automatic electronic ignition, non-stick cast iron grills and a grid for the perfect distribution of heat over the food. Not only is cooking very comfortable, thanks to its large cooking surface, but also its subsequent cleaning, since the tray located under the grill can be removed.
Teka Barista CLC 835 coffee maker
Teka proposes its Barista CLC 835 coffee maker, capable of preparing a delicious cup of coffee like in the best coffee shops but without leaving home.
The Barista CLC 835 coffee maker has 19 bar pressure and a temperature selector, which allows you to infuse the water at constant heat. In this way, all the aroma of the coffee is extracted and a coffee with an intense flavor and a lot of body is obtained.
In addition, it is compatible with capsules from more than ten different brands, among which are the most popular on the market, as well as with ground coffee.
To make and taste the perfect Irish coffee, Barista incorporates a professional frother, made up of an adjustable steamer system that emulsifies the milk to the perfect point of foam and creaminess.
With the Barista CLC 835, coffee is prepared in a very simple way, you just have to select an option on the control panel, and the coffee maker does the rest. In addition, it is as easy to use as it is to clean, since the tanks for water, coffee residue and used capsules open easily to wash them and leave them ready again.
Compact 45cm design
Teka Barista CLC 835 fits in virtually any space, with a compact design available in white or black, which integrates perfectly into every kitchen.
In addition, the internal storage includes a hidden lower drawer and two side compartments to store cups, glasses and capsules.
Teka & Microsoft cloud to give life to its range of smart home appliances
Teka has recently launched its Teka home range of smart home appliances . The family is made up of different models of induction hobs, extractor hoods and smart ovens, which aim to make cooking easier, providing greater comfort, flexibility in control and saving time for its users.
Teka’s digital home proposal allows the control of its different models through voice, with the Alexa voice assistant, or through the mobile App for Android and iOS. With these two methods it is possible to turn it on, turn it off, control the cooking status, modify the temperature and cooking time, or even follow recipes step by step. In addition, the Teka Home range also enables intelligent scenarios to make life easier for the user, such as the automatic ignition and intensity adjustment of the extractor hood depending on the dish that is being cooked on the induction hob; or receiving notifications when it is necessary to clean the hood filters.
A secure cloud to connect the smart home
The group has opted for Microsoft Azure as a cloud for the safe and reliable interconnection of its Teka Home family, as well as its interaction with other platforms, such as the Alexa voice assistant or the Apps for Android and iOS available to users. .
The capabilities of the Microsoft Azure cloud, and its integration on Teka’s digital platform, have allowed the company to deploy a solid smart home ecosystem, with security and data protection measures so that users can innovate, share experiences and enjoy a connected home, but always keeping your privacy intact. In addition, Microsoft guarantees access to device technical support through the Azure SDK and also makes it possible to immediately add new features that are incorporated into Teka Home
Teka AirFry built-in oven
Teka presents the new black glass design of the AirFry oven. The brand’s ovens with automatic AirFry function are perfect for cooking in a healthy way, without the need to use oil. Foods cooked with air are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a better texture and flavor.
Also noteworthy is its large XXL capacity, its automatic cooking functions, its SurroundTemp multifunction system that guarantees better heat distribution and its Touch Control touch programmer.
The AirFry oven is distinguished by incorporating a special perforated tray: the FryMaster Box, which allows perfect air circulation with which food is cooked evenly without having to turn it over. In addition, it includes another deeper enamel tray and a grill.
With the SurroundTemp multifunction system, which these pyrolytic ovens incorporate, a better heat distribution is guaranteed, achieving a uniform cooking effect in each preparation.
Guaranteed cleaning and savings
The oven models that incorporate DualClean ensure fast and efficient cleaning and combine pyrolysis with the automatic system with HydroClean® Pro technology, which through steam allows grease and dirt adhered to the oven walls to be easily removed. with a damp cloth. Likewise, the three trays included in the oven are suitable for the dishwasher.
This range of ovens has the A+ energy classification, with which it is possible to save more than 20% on the electricity bill (compared to other Teka models).
Teka MasterSense Air, hood and induction hob
Teka launches MasterSense Air, an innovative product that combines induction with built-in extraction.
The MasterSense Air plate has direct access and intelligent cooking functions, since thanks to its automatic system and temperature sensors, the user only has to choose a cooking function and the plate will automatically reach and maintain the necessary temperature for cooking. the selected recipe. In addition, the hood will also start up automatically and will adapt its operation to the power required at all times.
With the new MultiSlider touch control, independent and direct control of each part of the plate is achieved, simply by sliding your finger and pressing on the power that is needed.
To make cooking more practical, the flexible zone of MasterSense Air is designed to use all corners of the cooking area with pans of different shapes: grill, teppanyaki or rectangular pots.
Thanks to the automatic extraction function, MasterSense Air adjusts the suction level taking into account the cooking power and the number of cooking zones that are being used.
The Fresh Air function that the hood incorporates renews the air for 24 hours in 10-minute cycles with 50-minute breaks. Also, as it is a hood integrated into the plate, the extraction is direct.
Design, elegance and efficiency
The elegant design of the ceramic hob integration brings harmony and smooth lines to the kitchen. MasterSense Air stands out for its versatility, since it is possible to choose between external extraction, which removes kitchen odors, or recirculation, which sucks in odors and returns fresh air,
It incorporates the brushless EcoPower motor and is very quiet: only 66 dBA and 627 m3/h. At the same time, MasterSense Air is classified with the A+ energy efficiency label.
Finally, highlight its ease of cleaning: it has easy access to the filters, which can be cleaned in the dishwasher at 60º, as well as filter maintenance indicators.
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