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THE K&BZINE ISSUE 95 29th April 2005
American
Standard Achieves Record Sales And Earnings in Q1
American Standard has announced record first-quarter sales up 7% to $2.34bn,
partially offset by operational consolidation expenses of $20 million
Net income rose to $124.9m, up 48 percent on a GAAP basis and up 22% excluding
tax items and operational expenses.
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on this Story]
Dornbracht Group Increases
Turnover by 6.7%
Dornbracht Group ended the year 2004 with total sales of 148.8 million
euro (2003: 139.5 million Euro), which equates to an increase in group
turnover of 6.7%. This development is due to the successful MEM fitting
concept, first presented two years ago at the ISH sanitary ware trade
fair, as well as the kitchen business division and the licensing business
with Villeroy & Boch fittings
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on this Story]
Jobs
Boost in Wednesbury
Business
is booming for Wednesbury-based Aqualux as ten new jobs have been created
to keep up with the extra demand for its showering products.
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on this Story]
Maytag
Announces First Quarter 2005 Results
Maytag Corporation reported on 22nd April first quarter consolidated sales
of $1.168 billion, down 4.2 percent from sales of $1.219 billion in the
same period last year. Consolidated net income for the first quarter was
$7.7 million or 10 cents per share, compared with net income of $38.7
million, or 49 cents per share, a year earlier.
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on this Story]
Nobia:
Continued Strong Growth in the Nordic Region but Falling Sales in the
UK
Sales
rose by 1 per cent to SEK 2,854 million (2,813). Adjusted for currency
effects and comparable units, sales fell by 1 per cent. The decline in
organic growth can be explained by falling demand in the UK and by factors
such as fewer delivery days, stock reductions in distribution channels
and measures for smoothing the pace of production in the UK unit, Magnet.
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on this Story]
Imperial
Bathrooms Gets New Management Team
British
bathroom manufacturer Imperial Bathrooms has recently appointed a new
management team that includes Managing Director, Antonio Garrido and Sales
Director, John Gill.
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on this Story]
Fagor
Group Buys Out the French Household Domestic Appliances Leader ElcoBrandt
Fagor
Electrodomesticos group has finalised an agreement with Elco Holdings
Ltd. pertaining to a 90% purchase of ElcoBrandt. This €162.5 million
transaction will allow the Spanish group to become the 5th largest European
major domestic appliance manufacturer. The acquisition still requires
formal validation from the European authorities.
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on this Story]
Chelsea
Football Club Announces Samsung Electronics as Official Club Sponsor
Chelsea Football Club has announced Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd as its
new Official Club Sponsor. The agreement was signed on April 25th at
Stamford Bridge, Chelsea's stadium, by In-Soo Kim, Samsung European
President, and Peter Kenyon, Chelsea FC plc Chief Executive.
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on this Story]
Sanitec
Results for the Financial Year 2004
Group
sales for the year were EUR 898.9 million: a growth of EUR 3.7 million
or 0.4% excluding the effect of the divested Vacuum Sewage Systems business
segment. Solid sales increases in other regions compensated for the
weak market situation in Germany, Netherlands, and Italy.
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on this Story]
Showerlux
Shows Off its New Focus
Showerlux,
the shower and bathroom expert with over thirty years experience in
the market, has revealed a new business approach which provides a clearer
distinction between its two key offerings.
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on this Story]
Siemens
Free Guarantee Offer Extended to Summer
Kitchen
appliance manufacturer, Siemens has just confirmed that the company
is extending its successful free five and ten-year guarantee offer on
selected freestanding models from the end of April until 31st August
2005.
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on this Story]
The
Energy Performance + Architecture Award
As
the new professional event for smart building technologies, interclima+elec
home&building aims to be a catalyst for the dissemination of innovations
and solutions that improve the energy performance of buildings.
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on this Story]
£5
Million Pound Advertising Investment as Electrolux Group Launches across
National Press on Key Kitchen Brands
Zanussi-Electrolux
‘Makes Life a little Easier' is aConsumer Press campaign for Laundry
and Dishcare models to reinforce the message that the brand is all about
Innovation, Design and Style developed by Advertising Agency Lowe.
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on this Story]
Hoffmann
Sponsors Intriguing Exhibition
World
leaders in dovetail key joining technology for wooden components recently
conducted a dual sponsorship of a unique art exhibition in Hoffmann
Germany's home town of Bruchsal.
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on this Story]
Electrolux
AGM Re-elects Board and Proposes Dividend
The Annual General Meeting of AB Electrolux was held on Wednesday, April
20, in Stockholm. Peggy Bruzelius, Aina Nilsson Ström, Hans Stråberg,
Barbara R. Thoralfsson, Michael Treschow and Karel Vuursteen were re-elected
to the Board.
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on this Story]
Still Time to Register for BK Expo: but Seminars Filling up Fast
Each industry has its own calendar of events, and for bathrooms and
kitchens there is no exception. In this growing sector the high point
of the year falls on May, 8-10th. BafhroomS & Kitchens EXPO is the
only show of its kind this year and places are being taken fast.
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on this Story]
KBSA
Launches New Website Services For Members
The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association today launches
a range of new website services designed especially to benefit its members.
The new services, available exclusively to members both retail and corporate,
include ‘Lead Link’ (a streamlined consumer enquiry lead system)
and a comprehensive Mapping System.
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on this Story]
Budding
Teenager Bids for Pole Position in Motor Sport
Teenager,
James Nash is on the road to living his dream of competing in the world
of F1. James finished second at Silverstone’s National Circuit
in the first round of the BRDC Formula Ford Single Seat Championship.
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on this Story]
THE K&BZINE ISSUE 94 22nd April 2005
KBSA
Launches New Website Services For Members
The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association today launches a
range of new website services designed especially to benefit its members.
The new services, available exclusively to members both retail and corporate,
include ‘Lead Link’ (a streamlined consumer enquiry lead system)
and a comprehensive Mapping System.
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on this Story]
Budding
Teenager Bids for Pole Position in Motor Sport
Teenager,
James Nash is on the road to living his dream of competing in the world
of F1. James finished second at Silverstone’s National Circuit in
the first round of the BRDC Formula Ford Single Seat Championship.
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on this Story]
Double
Investment in Customer Service
Bradford-based
bath manufacturer Clearwater Collection has made a double investment in
customer service. Clearwater has created a new service team and appointed
a new service manager, Peter Armstrong, to head it up.
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on this Story]
Schmidt Demonstrate Virtuosity with Aquilon
Aquilon Brilliant is the new range from France's leading kitchen manufacturer
that demonstrates their flair for 21st Century design. Sweeping, clean
lines in a variety of gloss surface finishes create stark architectural
styles with a combination of broad low drawers and towering cupboard units.
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on this Story]
Fagor
Acquires Brandt Group
The Spanish appliance manufacturer Fagor Electrodomésticos has
acquired 90% of the Brandt Group – the French market leader for electrical
appliances – from Elco Holland BV for 162.5 million euros. The acquisition
means that Fagor now controls the entire Brandt Group, subject to approval
from the relevant regulatory authorities.
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on this Story]
Maytag
UK Launches New Deep Cleaning Vacuum Cleaner
Maytag UK, the American appliance specialist, is launching a new deep
cleaning vacuum cleaner. Made by the inventors of the upright vacuum cleaner
and the largest and most experienced vacuum cleaner manufacturer in the
world, means it delivers excellent cleaning and retailer performance.
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on this Story]
Dyson
Gives up on Revolutionary Washing Machine
James
Dyson has given up on his revolutionary Contrarotator washing machine,
because the product is making a loss. The Contrarotator, which costs around
£1,000, has two counter-rotating drums which replicate the action
of handwashing.
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on this Story]
Jacuzzi
Brands, Inc. Dedicates New Engineering Center in China
Jacuzzi Brands, Inc. announce that Company officials and local dignitaries
dedicated Jacuzzi Brands' new Engineering and Sourcing Center in the city
of Zhuhai in the People's Republic of China on Tuesday, April 19, 2005.
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on this Story]
Complaint
About Currys Advert Not Upheld by ASA
A member of the public complained about a national press advertisement
by DSG Retail (trading as Currys) for electrical appliances, according
to published details from the Advertising Standards Authority. In the
bottom right corner text stated 'Currys Always Lowering Prices'.
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on this Story]
Whirlpool
Corporation Reports 2005 Q1 Results - Higher Material Costs Mitigated
by Price Increases
Whirlpool Corporation today announced first quarter 2005 net earnings
of $86 million, or $1.26 per diluted share, compared to $101 million,
or $1.43 per diluted share, in the same period last year. The decline
was driven by significantly higher material and oil-related costs.
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on this Story]
Whirlpool
Corporation Elects Five Directors to Board
At Whirlpool Corporation’s annual shareholders’ meeting, held
today in Chicago, five individuals were re-elected to the company’s
board of directors.
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on this Story]
Omega
Microban® Worktops Provide Peace Of Mind
The Kota Gloss design from Bushboard’s Omega Microban® collection
is a realistic natural granite design available as a Worktop, Splashback
and Upstand.
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on this Story]
Plumbworld
Prefers Aqualux
Aqualux, the UK's leading bath screen and shower surround manufacturer,
has scooped a significant contract with multi-million pound online bathroom
retailer Plumbworld.
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on this Story]
Merlyn
is Climbing the Property Ladder!
Merlyn Shower Enclosures is coming to a small screen near you.
Property Ladder, the Channel 4 flagship home improvement programme sees
Merlyn products featured twice during the 5th series of this successful
show.
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on this Story]
Hot
News from Siemens! Free Pan Set with Induction Hobs
Induction hobs are hot news in the kitchen as they heat food up 25%
faster than gas hobs, are safe to operate, energy efficient and easy
to clean. What’s more, they look extremely sleek and stylish on
any kitchen worktop!
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on this Story]
Hoffmann
Sponsors Intriguing Exhibition
World
leaders in dovetail key joining technology for wooden components recently
conducted a dual sponsorship of a unique art exhibition in Hoffmann
Germany's home town of Bruchsal.
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on this Story]
Electrolux
AGM Re-elects Board and Proposes Dividend
The Annual General Meeting of AB Electrolux was held on Wednesday, April
20, in Stockholm. Peggy Bruzelius, Aina Nilsson Ström, Hans Stråberg,
Barbara R. Thoralfsson, Michael Treschow and Karel Vuursteen were re-elected
to the Board.
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on this Story]
NKBA
Chief Executive Officer Announces Resignation
National
Kitchen & Bath Association Chief Executive Officer, Larry Spangler,
has announced his resignation.
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on this Story]
Still Time to Register for BK Expo: but Seminars Filling up Fast
Each industry has its own calendar of events, and for bathrooms and
kitchens there is no exception. In this growing sector the high point
of the year falls on May, 8-10th. BafhroomS & Kitchens EXPO is the
only show of its kind this year and places are being taken fast.
[More
on this Story]
AMDEA
Show is a Sell-Out - Hundreds of New Products Fill Hall
On
24th January 2002 nine Member companies of AMDEA met over dinner at
a Buckinghamshire golf club and agreed to organise and provide initial
financing for a unique trade exhibition for the domestic appliance industry.
Exactly 39 months later, to the day, the AMDEA 2005 Domestic Appliance
Show will open its doors at the NEC.
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on this Story]
THE K&BZINE ISSUE 93 15th April 2005
Still
Time to Register for BK Expo: but Seminars Filling up Fast
Each industry has its own calendar of events, and for bathrooms and kitchens
there is no exception. In this growing sector the high point of the year
falls on May, 8-10th. BafhroomS & Kitchens EXPO is the only show of
its kind this year and places are being taken fast.
[More
on this Story]
AMDEA
Show is a Sell-Out - Hundreds of New Products Fill Hall
On
24th January 2002 nine Member companies of AMDEA met over dinner at a
Buckinghamshire golf club and agreed to organise and provide initial financing
for a unique trade exhibition for the domestic appliance industry. Exactly
39 months later, to the day, the AMDEA 2005 Domestic Appliance Show will
open its doors at the NEC.
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on this Story]
SEB
First Quarter: Challenging in Europe, Good Growth in North America
Consolidated
sales for the French small appliance manufacturer SEB for the three months
ended 31st March 2005 rose slightly to €484.9m, including sales from
All-Clad, consolidated since August 2004. At constant consolidation scope
and exchange rates and using 2004 accounting standards, sales were down
1.2%.
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on this Story]
Wolseley plc - £37 Million Spent on Three New Acquisitions
Wolseley
plc, the world's largest specialist trade distributor of plumbing and
heating products to professional contractors and a leading supplier of
building materials, provides an update on recent acquisitions.
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on this Story]
KB
Industry Enters Times Rich Lists
With half a dozen or so individuals in the recently published Times Rich
List who made their money in the double glazing market, one would expect
a few names from the kitchen and bathroom sectors to begin making an impact
in this annual measure of personal or family wealth.
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on this Story]
Carron
Phoenix Strengthens Distribution Network
Carron
Phoenix has further strengthened its UK distribution network with the
appointment of two new distributors. Both companies are a good strategic
fit and complement the existing distribution network, ensuring nationwide
access to the full Carron Phoenix sink and tap portfolio.
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on this Story]
Double
Investment in Customer Service
Bradford-based
bath manufacturer Clearwater Collection has made a double investment in
customer service. Clearwater has created a new service team and appointed
a new service manager, Peter Armstrong, to head it up.
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on this Story]
Mayfair
Moves to New Warehouse
'With
the growth that we as a business have been experiencing during the last
18 months we have decided the time was now right for us to move to a new
purpose built 25,000 square foot warehouse complex’, stated Andrew
Green, managing director at Mayfair.
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on this Story]
Fagor
Targets Independents and Kitchen Specialists with Late-Spring Specials
Fagor
is underlining its support for independent retailers and kitchen specialists
with a promotion focused on the company’s advanced Innova built-in
product range. The message is: come and ‘Profit with Fagor’.
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on this Story]
New
National Distributor for Resopal Worktops
Blackheath
Products Ltd., based in Halesowen, has been appointed as a new
National Distributor for the Resopal range of worktops. Blackheath has
a turnover of over £16m and with 60,000 square feet of modern
distribution and storage space the introduction of the full range of
Resopal worktops will further enhance the choice of designs to Kitchen
Studios.
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on this Story]
Lofra
Range Cookers Chosen for Exclusive Bristol Development
Stainless
steel range cookers from Lofra have been chosen by housebuilder Cabot
Homes for installation in a new development of luxurious three storey
villas in Bristol. The property developer selected Lofra’s dual
fuel, double oven range cookers and stainless steel cooker hoods
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on this Story]
Inspired
Design at Ebury Meadows
Family
owned kitchen design specialist, Colliers in Worthing, has won a contract
with development company Ebury and Stone to design and install six luxury
Poggenpohl kitchens at Ebury Meadows in West Chiltington, West Sussex.
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on this Story]
Electrolux
Fridge helps Land Mine Clearance Trial
In
addition to storing food, Electrolux fridges have also been used for
such quirky things as storing photographic film or chilling an eye liner
pencil ready for sharpening, but now an Electrolux fridge is playing
a key role in a new process being trialled to clear land mines.
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on this Story]
Norske
Interiors’ Mermaid Fitter is Fit for the Job
Now
available to bathroom retailers is an all-inclusive order and fit service
for new orders of Mermaid waterproof wall panel displays for showrooms.
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on this Story]
F.G.
Parker Expands Capacity with New Holzma
Dorset-based wrapped mouldings and component manufacturers
F.G. Parker has significantly increased its capacity and output with
the recent installation of the latest Holzma HPL510 automatic beam saw
from Homag U.K.
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on this Story]
Sanitec's
Acquisition by EQT Completed
The
sale of Sanitec Corporation to the private equity fund EQT IV ('EQT')
was closed on Monday 11th April 2005 following customary approvals by
relevant competition authorities.
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on this Story]
Indesit
Company Ups its Hotpoint Stake to 76%
Indesit Company has acquired a further 8% of GDA (Hotpoint), worth US$
57,120,000, following General Electric's exercise of a put option under
the 'put and call' agreement of June 2002. Indesit Company's total interest
in GDA has thus risen to 76%.
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on this Story]
Change
in Segment Reporting as of 2005
As
of the first quarter of 2005, the Electrolux Group's reporting structure
has been changed to comprise Indoor and Outdoor Products instead of
as previously Consumer Durables and Professional Products.
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on this Story]
NKBA
Chief Executive Officer Announces Resignation
National
Kitchen & Bath Association Chief Executive Officer, Larry Spangler,
has announced his resignation.
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on this Story]
THE K&BZINE ISSUE 92 8th April 2005
Fagor
Bids for ElcoBrandt Group
The
Spanish appliance manufacturer Fagor Electrodomesticos has made a binding
offer to the Dutch company Elco Holland BV (a subsidiary of the Israeli
company Elco Holdings Ltd) to acquire its 90% stake in Elco France BV.
The proposed acquisition would see De Dietrich and Brandt UK becoming
subsidiaries of the Basque manufacturer. De Dietrich's MD Christophe Gontier
said it was 'business as usual' and his priority was hitting sales targets
for the month.
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on this Story]
Fagor,
Elco's partner in Elco Brandt, Ready to Buy out Owner
A month after Elco Holdings announced its intention to sell Elco Brandt,
its subsidiary in France, the firm said this week that it has an offer.
Elco, which is controlled by Gershon Salkind, said it wanted to obtain
a company valuation of 150-200 million euros for the French company. This
week it said its partner in Elco Brandt, Fagor, which owns 10 percent,
is offering to buy its share for 162.5 million euros.
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on this Story]
CaesarStone
Chooses Ebor
CaesarStone,
the world’s foremost producer of quartz surfaces, has chosen Ebor
Equipment, the supplier of machinery, tools and consumables for the stone
industry, as its sole importer and distributor for the UK and Ireland.
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on this Story]
Wolseley
plc - Creation of North American Structure and Change in Board Responsibilities
Wolseley plc, specialist trade distributor of plumbing and
heating products and a leading supplier of building materials to professional
contractors, has announced the creation of a new North American structure
and a change in Board responsibilities.
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on this Story]
Uform
Opening New Doors
Uform
was established in 1993 by the Donnelly family to manufacture and supply
kitchen doors and components. The company quickly experienced growth through
ongoing research, development and expansion of its product offering at
the same time as satisfying customers with ongoing quality and on-time
deliveries.
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on this Story]
Shires
Bathrooms' New Brand Strategy Enchances Product Range for Retailers
Bathroom
manufacturer, Shires Bathrooms, has implemented a new brand strategy in
order to reinforce the overall product range for the retail sector, giving
an enhanced core product and creating an even stronger 'Shires Bathrooms'
brand.
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on this Story]
KBSA
Announces Part P Training and Assessment from NICEIC Domestic Installer
Scheme
The
KBSA has announced details of a programme of assessment and training,
which offers retailers a clear route to self-certification under the requirements
of the new Part P legislation.
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on this Story]
Reflections
Showroom puts Contestants in Soapy Situation
Local customers enjoyed opening celebrations at the new Reflections bathroom
showroom recently, including a most unusual quiz - the contestants had
to stand in a shower cubicle and answer soapy questions.
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on this Story]
Lathams
Takes the Lead On on FSC in Central Africa
James
Latham has declared its support for Congolaise Industrielle des Bois (CIB),
a forest operation in Congo Brazzaville, by signing a contract to stock
the first FSC certified wood from a large sawmill operation in Central
Africa.
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on this Story]
Pick
& Pack Services now Offered by Caretakers
For
the movement of fragile or awkward bathroom and kitchen goods, such
as worktops, shower enclosures and profiles, you need someone who’ll
‘handle with care’. The services offered by logistics management
company, Caretakers, have been extended to encompass the full range
of warehousing facilities, including pick & pack.
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on this Story]
Bucks
Plumber has Licence Application Refused
The
OFT has refused the application for a consumer credit licence from an
Aylesbury plumber. Gareth John Knell, trading as G K Plumbing &
Heating, had his application refused by an adjudicator on the grounds
that he had committed two offences of making false statements under
the Trade Descriptions Act 1968.
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on this Story]
New
Manrose Price List is Now In Circulation
Manufacturer
of domestic fans, Manrose Manufacturing Limited, has just released its
new price list containing over 1,200 products.
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on this Story]
De-listing
of ADRs from NASDAQ and of Euro Denominated B-shares in Stockholm
As
previously announced, Electrolux has decided to delist its American
Depository Receipts (ADRs) from the NASDAQ Stock Market in the US. The
de-listing will be effective as of March 31st, 2005.
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on this Story]
Change
of Sanitec's President and CEO
Dr.
Rainer S. Simon, BC Partners and EQT have agreed that Rainer S. Simon
will leave his position as President and CEO of Sanitec at the closing
of the sale of Sanitec Corporation by funds advised by BC Partners to
the EQT IV fund.
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on this Story]
Sanitec
to Produce Bathroom Ceramics in Russia through Joint Venture
On
17th March 2005, Sanitec Corporation signed a Letter of Intent with
the Russian SAVVA Group, to establish a joint venture between Sanitec
and SAVVA's subsidiary, Santek, in the production and sales of bathroom
ceramics in Russia.
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on this Story]
Snaige
- Proposed Dividends for 2004
The
general meeting of shareholders of the company to be held on April 27th
will get a proposal to pay dividend to shareholders in the amount of
6 cents per share
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on this Story]
Tickets
on Sale for KBSA Awards Ceremony and AGM
Tickets
are now available for the Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association
Design Innovation Awards presentation ceremony and AGM in June.
[More
on this Story]
Ceramica
Dolomite 'Sales' in to Spring
To support retailers during the traditional spring sale period, Ceramica
Dolomite will be running a promotion starting Thursday 24th March 2005
in order to boost sales of the brand. This promotion will run throughout
the months of April, May and June 2005.
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on this Story]
THE K&BZINE ISSUE 91 1st April 2005
Wolseley
Announces Ninth Set of Record Interims: UK Still Leading Europe
Wolseley
announces another set of record first half results, the ninth consecutive
improvement in interim figures. The UK has been the most positive of the
Group's European markets in the first half, with demand in the RMI sector
together with social housing remaining strong.
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on this Story]
Maytag
UK Launches New Appliances
Guests were invited to the launch of Maytag UK's new appliance ranges
on 10th March 2005 with performance and design being the mantra of the
day. Not only were the new Amana and Maytag appliances displayed in the
splendour of Prestwold Hall, guests were treated to an exhilarating performance
driving event.
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on this Story]
New
Products Boost Profits at Aga
UK
stove maker Aga Foodservice says a growing range of products and higher
international sales helped it post a 9.7% rise in profits for 2004. Aga,
known for its upmarket oil-burning country kitchen stoves, said pre-tax
profits came in at £30.6m ($58.7m).
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on this Story]
ExCeL Yourself at Expo
So
much more than just an exhibition, Bathrooms and Kitchens Expo 2005 is
hitting the spot with its programme of seminars and workshops that are
already booking up fast.
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on this Story]
Anticipation
in the Air for Events at EXPO
Once
the premier industry event of the season is firmly confirmed in the diary,
the hopeful visitor can begin to look forward to a wave of new product
launches. Bathrooms & Kitchens EXPO 2005 will certainly not disappoint,
and the anticipation for the unveiling of many new designs and creations
is palpable.
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on this Story]
VitrA
to Host Seminar at EXPO
VitrA
UK will be hosting a RIBA CPD approved seminar entitled ‘How To Live
in the Modern World’ for visitors to EXPO on Monday 9th May at 11.00am
in the Workshop Theatre.
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on this Story]
Energy
Promotion Unfair to Indies - EST Should Change Rules says AMDEA
Appliance
manufacturers have told the boss of the Energy Savings Trust that the
multi-million pound campaign promoting energy efficient products will
only cause frustration to the customers of several thousand independent
retailers.
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on this Story]
Tickets
on Sale for KBSA Awards Ceremony and AGM
Tickets
are now available for the Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association
Design Innovation Awards presentation ceremony and AGM in June.
[More
on this Story]
Ceramica
Dolomite 'Sales' in to Spring
To support retailers during the traditional spring sale period, Ceramica
Dolomite will be running a promotion starting Thursday 24th March 2005
in order to boost sales of the brand. This promotion will run throughout
the months of April, May and June 2005.
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on this Story]
Lofra
Announces New Distribution with D.A.D
Cooker
manufacturer, Lofra, has signed a new distribution deal with Domestic
Appliance Distributor. D.A.D, specialist distributior to independent electrical
retailers, kitchen specialists, and regional multiples, will be distributing
the entire Lofra range.
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on this Story]
In-Sink-Erator
Launches UK’s First Waste Disposal Installer Club
Food
waste disposer manufacturer, In-Sink-Erator, has launched the UK’s
first official food waste disposer Installer Club. With a growing demand
for food waste disposers in today’s modern kitchen, In-Sink-Erator
is keen to ensure that consumers have access to professionally qualified
and registered plumbers.
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on this Story]
BSH
Set to Unveil New UK Brand at Amdea Show 2005
UK
household appliance group, BSH Home Appliances Ltd has chosen AMDEA Show
2005 in April as the launch platform for an exciting new appliance brand.
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on this Story]
Uform
Joins Forces with ArtiCAD and Easyquote
The complete Uform product portfolio is now integrated within
both the ArtiCAD and easyquote software packages. ArtiCAD, the Computer
Aided Design technology, enables the user to bring photo-realistic clarity
to design graphics, which can be altered and enhanced with minimal effort
and viewed at many different elevations and perspectives.
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on this Story]
William
Ball Teams Up with Neff
Kitchen furniture manufacturer, William Ball, has teamed
up with Neff to offer its customers a broader choice of appliances.
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on this Story]
Tretzo
Expands with Investment Support
Armagh-based Tretzo says that it has transformed itself from
regional celebrity status to one of Europe’s most innovative bathroom
furniture manufacturers and Ireland’s leading company in this market.5
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on this Story]
Gold
for Neff At 2005 'House Beautiful' Awards
Built in appliance specialist, Neff has won one of the top
prizes at this year's prestigious 'House Beautiful' magazine awards.
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on this Story]
Electrolux
Products Win Five Prestigious 'red dot' Design Awards
Five
Electrolux products including the Ergorapido 2 in 1, Oxy3 system vacuum
cleaner and the AEG-Electrolux Favorit 84985 Vi 90cm dishwasher have
been recognised for their excellence in product design at the 50th red
dot design awards.
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on this Story]
‘Blue
Ribbon’ Bathroom Promotion Provides Spring Boost for Retailers
In support of its growing UK network of stockists and to
provide a spring boost to sales during one of the key bathroom buying
periods, British manufacturer – Imperial Bathrooms – has rolled
out its Blue Ribbon promotion.
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B&Q
Roadshow Shows off Hotpoint Product
Hotpoint's American fridge freezer was the grand prize at
a B&Q ‘Showroom’ roadshow. The week long event at Bruntingthorpe
Air Field, Leicestershire, was attended by over 1,000 employees from
the 330 B&Q stores nationwide.
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