THE K&BZINE ISSUE 224 25th January 2008
Whirlpool
Files Patent Infringement Action against LG
Whirlpool Corporation has filed a patent infringement
action against LG Electronics, Inc., of South Korea, and its U.S. and
Mexican affiliates. The action, filed with the International Trade Commission
in Washington, DC, states that several LG- manufactured refrigerator products
imported into the U.S. infringe on five Whirlpool patents.
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Can
a Kitchen Make you Happy?
Miele Die Küche believes so. A kitchen isn't just somewhere
to cook, it's an essential part of family life; a haven in which we eat,
chat, laugh and enjoy life. Miele Die Kühe is so convinced that a happy
kitchen can improve life, it has expanded its range of kitchens into the
UK market.
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Scottish
Borders Council Tenders for Installation of Fitted Kitchens
As part of the Borders Primary School Project. Scottish
Borders Council invites expressions of interest for the supply and fit
out of the Kitchens (incl. floor and wall finishes) of the new Kingsland
and Lauder Primary Schools.
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New
ALNO Premier Kitchen Showroom Opens in Dundee
Set
up by Wendy Morgan and Neil Tierney, Moda Interiors is a new family run,
fitted kitchen studio, which specialises in top quality kitchen furniture
from ALNO and Leolux furniture.
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To
Mark, or Not to Mark - That is the Question!
Why
does there appear to be so much confusion surrounding CE marking of sanitaryware,
when in fact there needn't be? asks the BMA.
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Cesana
'Showers' on Ireland
Italian
shower manufacturer Cesana is extending its European distribution to cover
both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland from the beginning of
2008.
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Dinner
Party Style with Whirlpool
Recent research has revealed that dinner parties are
back on the menu. The smoking ban has definitely influenced this trend
as has the growing plethora of daring cookery shows such as the Gordon
Ramsey’s cookalong live that aired earlier this month.
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More
with Moralt for James Latham
Timber and panel products distributor, James Latham,
has been a customer of Moralt for many years and continues to purchase
high quality specification door blanks for several challenging applications.
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Roman
Showers the World
Exports
by Roman, the shower manufacturer, grew by a record amount last year.
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John
Boddy Timber is a Prime Source of European Oak
With
supplies of quality Oak undoubtedly becoming tighter as demand soars (especially
from the Far East), British and Irish users are able to source quality
European Oak from the number one British supplier - John Boddy Timber.
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Tilers
Vote BAL 'Most Trusted Adhesive'
BAL
is the first choice of professional tilers, according to the latest online
poll conducted by TilersForums.co.uk.
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THE K&BZINE ISSUE 223 18th January 2007
Bathstore
Appoints Managing Director
Bathstore, the specialist bathroom retailer, has announced
the appointment of Vernon Salt as managing director. Vernon takes up his
position immediately, reporting to Matt Neville, finance director of Bathstore's
parent, Wolseley UK. He will be based at Bathstore's Watford headquarters.
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Companies
Set to Ride Out Economic Storm
The UK economy is set for a rocky year ahead, but two
thirds of kitchen, bedroom & bathroom manufacturers companies look
surprisingly well placed to benefit, according to market analysts Plimsoll
Publishing.
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You
Can Rely on Stoves and New World
Stoves and New World have both come out on top in a
recent survey into the reliability of appliances up to six years old,
coordinated by independent consumer research magazine Which?
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Extra
Govt Funding for Home Adaptations includes Bathrooms
Hundreds of older and disabled people across the country
will benefit from an extra £11.5 million for home adaptations to
help them live independently in their homes
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Ideal
Standard International Announces New Identity
Ideal Standard International, a leading provider of
bathroom solutions, recently announced its new corporate identity and
enhanced product logo for its leading international consumer brand, Ideal
Standard.
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In-toto
Kitchen Specialist on Grand Designs
A stunning contemporary kitchen designed and installed
by the In-toto showroom in Cheltenham has featured on the first programme
of the new series of Grand Designs on Channel 4.
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Jewson
Re-joins the BMF
Jewson, the UK's largest mixed merchant chain, has re-joined
the Builders Merchants Federation following an absence of three years.
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Leaker
Direct to Distribute Elica, GE and Hansgrohe for 2008
Leaker Direct has been appointed as the distributor
for Hansgrohe Taps and says that it is ‘delighted to be adding this
range of quality and innovative mixer taps to our existing product portfolio.’
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This
Week's Latest from KBB
From 2-5 March 2008, the NEC will be hosting the latest
trends, themes, colours, materials and textures for the coming season.
KBB is an unique platform for the launch of new products. This week's
exhibitor highlights include:
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THE K&BZINE ISSUE 222 11th January 2007
Frankie
Powell Acquires ROM Aqua
Frankie
Powell (pictured) has purchased ROM Aqua from Kingspan Plc. Having worked
for the company for seven years and in recent years as General Manager,
Frankie has taken up the opportunity to purchase the company. However,
he is keen to tell customers that it is very much 'business as usual'.
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HSE
Statement on Rhianna Hardie
Following the conclusion of the inquest
yesterday, HSE's Divisional Director for Wales and the South West, Terry
Rose said: 'All incidents involving children are particularly tragic.
I cannot imagine the pain experienced by Rhianna's parents. My personal
sympathy, and that of HSE staff involved, is genuinely with them.
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Moving
up the Ladder with Franke
Fulfilling kitchen dreams and enhancing
the look of a home with inspiring sinks, taps and appliances is an ethos
Franke employs throughout every design range. With this in mind, it seemed
only natural for Franke to provide stylish and practical appliance and
sink-space solutions to a budding property developer, whose latest refurbishment
project was featured on Channel 4’s Property Ladder.
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Practical
Steps to Water Affordability
Water bill payers across England could
benefit from the findings of a two-year water affordability study in the
south west, Environment Minister Phil Woolas said recently.
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Nobia
to Consolidate in Norway and Sweden
Nobia
is continuing to coordinate its supply chain and is therefore adapting
its organisation in the Nordic region. This adaptation entails consolidation
of four current business units in Norway and Sweden to one business unit
in each country.
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Sigma
3 Bags a Greener Future
With the government committed to reducing plastic bag use by 25% by 2008,
one of the UK's kitchen and bedroom manufacturers and retailers is getting
ahead of the game in bagging a greener future for future generations.
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Grand
Designs = Grand Opportunity
The Furniture Ombudsman is set to raise its profile with consumers and
the wider furniture industry over the next few months as a sponsor of
Channel 4's Grand Designs Awards.
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Theobalds
- Delivering Customer Excellence
'One
stop shop' supplier, Theobalds says that it is renowned for its high level
of customer service and is leading the way with a new initiative. As a
well established distributor of kitchens, bathrooms and appliances, the
company prides itself in supporting its customers throughout the sales
process.
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The
Latest from KBB
KBB incorporating HPE and Expotile is
a leading UK exhibition for Kitchen and Bathroom professionals. Covering
Kitchen, Bathroom, Tiles, Decorative surfaces plus heating and plumbing
systems, it is the only exhibition that provides a complete in-depth overview
of these important interior sectors.
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More
news from KBB
KBB, the UK exhibition for industry professionals
in the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industry offers you a stunning showcase
of stylish kitchens, beautiful bathrooms and designer bedrooms for contract
and home.
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THE K&BZINE ISSUE 221 4th January 2007
ATAG's
Difference is not only Dutch
ATAG, the premium built-in appliance brand, is not only
different because it is Dutch. ATAG says that it is probably the only
brand in the UK operating a trading strategy specifically and exclusively
focused on the Kitchen Specialist channel.
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Influential
Industry Awards Shortlist Revealed
The shortlist for the kbbreview Industry Awards 2008
has been announced - and, in a new twist this year - the shortlisted entries
will be under even more scrutiny as Stage 2 of the judging process includes
visits to the shortlisted showrooms and a nerve-racking visit to London
for hopefuls in the design category.
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Planit
Fusion Provides Design Flexibility for Rydon Construction
Rydon Construction is realising significant savings
in time and costs since installing Planit Fusion from Planit International.
The company has been using the advanced design and visualisation software
for many of its refurbishment projects, following the signing of a contract
with Symphony Kitchens.
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Coram
Opens New Showroom
Coram Showers has unveiled a new showroom at its Bridgnorth
manufacturing site, allowing retailers, merchants and housebuilders to
experience the company's current range of high performance products first
hand.
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A
Storming Start to the New Year
RAK Ceramics is kicking off the New Year in style with
an incentive scheme for all its Trilogy Dealerships that includes a three
day stay at the company’s 5* beach resort hotel in the United Arab
Emirates as first prize.
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Burbidge
- New Year, New Trends
Ben Burbidge, managing director of kitchen frontals
and accessories manufacturer Burbidge, comments on the new trends in kitchen
design for the New Year:
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Kitchen
Trends 2008 from Poggenpohl
Is the kitchen the room in the house which most deserves
the label ‘a sign of the times’? Not only does it reflect fashion
colours and trends and showcase the latest technologies, but its use also
reflects social attitudes and lifestyle patterns.
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Waterwise's
New Year Resolutions
This New Year Waterwise is asking everyone to make one
small change to their behaviour to save water, save energy, save the planet
and save money. In the past two years, the UK has seen the worst floods
and droughts for a century.
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Domestic
Disasters Cost UK Households Over £4 Billion a Year
Research by Indesit, the UK's number two domestic appliance
brand, has revealed that domestic disasters in the home are costing UK
households over £4 billion pounds a year
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Italian
Tile Market Static in 2007: US Market Worst
The Italian ceramic tile industry has experienced another
stagnant year with a fall in exports and a stationary domestic market.
The increases in costs and the falling dollar continue to squeeze profit
margins.
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Maytag's
Winter Sale
Maytag's winter sale is always a great time for retailers
to reap a bargain and this year is no exception with up to £200
off selected appliances' trade prices until the 31st March 2008.
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