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THE K&BZINE ISSUE 115 30th September 2005
Toilet
Seat Wins Design Accolade
Paul
Pankhurst, founder and chairman of PDD told guests at an awards ceremony
that 'the only thing we can sell back to the Chinese is innovation', before
giving first prize to Derek Muir for his silent 'Stingray' toilet seat.
The occasion was the Design Innovation in Plastics 2005 Student Plastics
Design Award and the reason the toilet seat won was because unlike most
of the other 344 entries, it had been fully designed, prototyped, tested
and thought about as the possible basis of new business.
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Tretzo
Storms 100% Design Exhibition with ebb Bathroom
Tretzo
says that it was the toast of the recent 100% Design exhibition at Earls
Court. For four days in September at the world’s most prestigious
design exhibition, Tretzo showcased its new bathroom concept called ebb.
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on this Story]
Maytag
UK Launches the '60 Series' Range of Premium Laundry and Dishwashing
Maytag
UK has launched an exclusive range of washing machines, matching tumble
dryers and dishwashers. Maytag has forged a strategic partnership with
Asko of Sweden, a specialist in laundry and dishwashing appliances.
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on this Story]
Whirlpool
a Key Sponsor at The BBC Good Food Show
Whirlpool has announced its sponsorship of the BBC
Good Food Show 'Friends for Dinner' Theatre at the NEC, Birmingham from
23rd - 27th November this year. All the other major cooking theatres
at the show will also be using Whirlpool cooking appliances.
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on this Story]
Arbonia-Forster Acquires Miele Kitchen Factory
AFG
Arbonia-Forster-Holding AG (based in Arbon, Switzerland), a leading
supplier of building products, is taking over the manufacture and sales
of Miele kitchens, which until now were produced and sold worldwide
by Miele & Cie. KG (based in Gütersloh, Germany).
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Impulse
Boosts Capacity
Impulse
Bathroom Products' parent company, Imperial Bathroom Products Ltd, based
in Zhongshan, China, has further expanded its production capacity to
meet the increasing demand for its quality sanitary ware.
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abode
'Goes into the Partnership'
abode becomes supplier to John Lewis in a new 2005 contract. A selected
range of abode kitchen mixer taps is now available at 23 of the John
Lewis Partnership stores throughout the UK.
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William
Wilson Backs New BMA Training Scheme
William
Wilson, the independent supplier of electrical, plumbing, heating and
building supplies, is backing a new training scheme operated by the Bathroom
Manufacturers Association (BMA).
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Wolseley
Announces Chip Hornsby as Group Chief Exec
Wolseley has announced that Mr Claude (Chip) A.S. Hornsby, currently Chief
Executive of Wolseley North America and a director of the Company, is
to be appointed Group Chief Executive with effect from 1st August 2006
following Mr Charles A. Banks' retirement on 31st July 2006.
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EC
Issues Statement of Objections in the Copper Plumbing Fittings Enquiry
IMI
plc reported in its Interim Results announcement published on 5th September
that it expected to receive in 2005 a European Commission from the European
Commission with respect to its former copper plumbing fittings business.
IMI has announced that on 26th September it received the Statement of
Objections.
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New
Deal is a Big Deal for Myson
Myson
has provided 100 new homes with the Kickspace heating, as part of a new
redevelopment programme at Newbiggin Hall. Myson landed the major deal
to be the main heating supplier for all of the new three bed homes, currently
under construction at Newbiggin Hall, Newcastle.
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Flamebreak
on Way to FSC Status
James
Latham's Flamebreak range is well on its way to achieving FSC accreditation
after being awarded a Chain of Custody certificate.
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on this Story]
ASA
Revises Adjucation on B&Q Kitchens Complaint
A
complaint objecting to a national press ad for B & Q plc, Chandler's
Ford, Hampshire was upheld in one of the four objections according
to information published on 18 May 2005 by the Advertising Standards
Authority (ASA). This adjucation has been revised and now none of
the objections have been upheld.
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OFT
Decides to Refuse and Revoke Norwich Electrical Retailers' Credit Licences
The
OFT has decided to revoke the consumer credit licence of a Norwich electrical
retailer and refused the credit licence application made by a second
electrical retailer in the area. Karen Jane Cunningham was respectively
the licence holder and a company officer of the applicant, East Anglian
Monitoring Ltd.
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on this Story]
Benton
Uses Hoffmann for Superb Quality
The
‘Hoffmann trail’ of the company’s machinery used for
the application of its dovetail jointing system leads to some fascinating
workshops and factories across the UK. Perhaps none more so than the
superb showrooms and modern factory of Benton – a specialist in
designing and making handmade interiors for bespoke customers.
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on this Story]
Armitage
Shanks Invests Heavily to Stay Competitive
Armitage Shanks is approaching the end of an intense investment period
which will see all production at the Rugeley plant transferring to pressure
casting, with the very latest line capable of producing an entire toilet
bowl. The application of this technology has been hastened in response
to cheap imports from the Far East and has resulted in several high
volume lines - such as cisterns - actually ending up cheaper per piece
than shipped in products.
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THE K&BZINE ISSUE 114 23rd September 2005
Britannia
Introduces XG Range
Top range cooker specialist Britannia has extended its portfolio with
the launch of the new XG range cooker, which includes a dedicated grill
compartment as well as two other grills. The XG range cooker is available
in both contemporary and traditional styles. The Classic XG offers a timeless
look, the Sigma XG provides a contemporary design and the Dynasty XG a
professional feel, all models are available in a variety of stylish colours.
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LG
HI-MACS® Used to Create Tretzo's New ebb Bathroom
'The
Natural Acrylic Stone LG HI-MACS® is a high quality material that
is long lasting, easy to fabricate and completely renewable to high standards;
in short, it is creating a revolution in premium solid surfaces.' says
the company. Tretzo, the UK bathroom manufacturer, has used LG HI-MACS®
to create the company's new 'ebb' range which features a glass-fronted
basin and bath as well as an integrated toilet and contemporary open shelving.
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Image
Showers Launches UK Sales Initiative
Image Showers, the manufacturers of shower enclosures and screens in
Ireland, is introducing a new strategic business plan for its expansion
in the UK. Already established in several showrooms, Image is now embarking
on a major drive to build on this base and to become a major force in
the UK enclosures and screens market.
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Distributors Choose Impulse
Birmingham-based Impulse Bathroom Products says that it continues to
increase its sales, with distributors deciding that Impulse offers them
more choice, higher quality and better margins. Since the beginning
of the year new distributors have joined the Impulse chain and many
of who had departed for pastures new have returned, finding that some
of the so-called competition did not live up to expectations.
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Jennifer
Joins Ebor’s CaesarStone Team
Ebor
Equipment, of Rochdale, has recruited Marketing Executive, Jennifer
Lalley, to spearhead its UK drive for CaesarStone, the quartz surface
for kitchens and bathrooms.
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abode
Nationwide Distribution almost Complete
Abode
has signed up new South Wales distributorship.'With the signing up of
Llandaff Laminates near Cardiff covering the South Wales area, the nationwide
distribution network of the abode brand is now virtually complete' comments
Darren Holliday, founder of abode.
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Maytag
Provides Earnings Update
Maytag
Corporation said on September 19th that its results for the third quarter
and full-year 2005 will be significantly lower than the guidance previously
provided by the company due to higher costs negatively impacting performance.
The burden of its high manufacturing overhead, increasing distribution
and fuel expenses, and rising raw material costs are the primary drivers
of these cost increases.
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ArtiCAD
Wins Prestigious National Award
Producer
of CAD software solutions for KBB designers, ArtiCAD Ltd, has won a national
award in recognition of success in accessing international markets. Sponsored
by UK Trade & Investment - the government organisation that helps
UK companies trade internationally, the 2005 National Passport to Export
Award was presented to ArtiCAD's directors at the Institute of Export
Gala Awards Dinner, on September 13th.
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Cannon
Wins the Race Again
Following
the recent accolade from the AA, for 'Restaurant of the Year', life
is busier than ever for John Burton Race with the installation of more
Cannon cookers, this time for professional rather than personal benefit.
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De
Dietrich Demonstrates the Power of Induction at John Lewis
De
Dietrich, the premium appliance brand, has taken part in a major electricals
event at the John Lewis Home and Leisure store in High Wycombe. Over the
two day event, home economists were on hand to demonstrate the power of
induction to customers, who were able to witness the technology at first
hand.
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Get
Cooking with Micromark and Antony Worrall Thompson
Electrical
manufacturer Micromark has teamed up with top TV chef Antony Worrall Thompson
to launch its first range of built-in ovens and hobs. Available now, the
'Antony Worrall Thompson by Micromark' product range consists of four
designs - Classic, Insignia, Signature and Autograph - giving retailers
the opportunity to target all consumer tastes and budgets.
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KBSA
Media Coverage Continues to Grow
Figures
released by the Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association this
month show that its media coverage for the early part of this year
increased by 59 per cent on clips gained during the same period last
year.
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New
Ad Campaign from Daryl Showering
Daryl
Showering has launched a new print and online advertising campaign that
is designed to generate enquiries and direct consumers through to the
recently updated website. The campaign will feature in the directory
and classified listings sections of quality lifestyle and home interest
titles including Living etc, House Beautiful, Homes & Gardens and
Ideal Home.
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Moores
Welcomes New Chief Executive
Yorkshire based furniture manufacturer Moores (which incorporates the
Shades bathroom furniture brand and Bluestone kitchens) has announced
the appointment of a new Chief Executive - Peter Wilson. Peter takes
over the role from Nick Billig who has gone to the Plumbing Division
of the Masco Corporation.
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Whirlpool
Corporation Steps Up Hurricane
Assistance
Whirlpool
Corporation, which earlier announced that it is donating up to $1 million
in cash, products and services to Hurricane Katrina relief efforts,
is continuing its cooperation with a number of agencies to establish
long-term relief centres throughout the stricken Gulf region.
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From
Kitchen Sink to Design Icon - How Shaw’s is Helping to Evolve Fireclay
Sinks
Michael
Leaf, operations director of specialist fireclay sink manufacturer Shaw’s,
explains the company’s radical change in business direction and
how lessons learnt from this can shine a light on the future of the
kitchen sink industry.
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THE K&BZINE ISSUE 113 16th September 2005
LG
Research Shows That Noise Levels are Key for Household Stress
Washing machines are among the noisiest and most irritating household
sounds, according to research out this week. LG
has found a solution to this problem with the launch of its new Direct
Drive washing machines. Reducing noise significantly, these machines also
combine less vibration, a larger wash capacity and triple 'A' performance
ratings to give the ultimate care for your clothes.
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Barwick
Launches Bathrooms: in one
September
2005 will see the Launch of Bathrooms: in one a new commercial concept
from bathroom distributor Barwick. The company says that the introduction
of Bathrooms: in one will give bathroom retailers some unique selling
tools to build extra sales for their businesses and will enhance the extensive
marketing support that Barwick provides.
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Cannon
‘Races’ Ahead in Cooking
Cannon
has confirmed its continued partnership with celebrity chef John Burton
Race. The decision to continue endorsing the Cannon products reflects
the Michelin starred chef's commitment to working alongside and developing
the cooking brand.
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on this Story]
High Five: Fagor Launches Five-year Warranty Promotion
Fagor
has announced a five-year parts/labour warranty promotion on selected
products in the company's extensive Innova range of advanced built-in
and freestanding appliances.
Running until the end of 2005, this promotion will save consumers from
having to splash out on extended warranties, while giving them significant
peace of mind over several years.
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Mayoral
Opening for In-toto Kitchens in Preston
In-toto's
45th kitchen showroom on 135 Friargate, Preston enjoyed a wonderful
send off when the Lord Mayor, Bhikhau Patel declared the business open.
Mr Patel was pleased to welcome In-toto to Preston, stating that it
gives local people another reason to stay in Preston to shop. He also
congratulated Cornel and Michaela Sampson on winning the franchise to
open In-toto.
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East
Coast Fittings Hosts Successful 25 Year Open House
Manufacturer
and supplier of quality fittings and components to the furniture industry,
East Coast Fittings, celebrated its 25th year in business with a successful
open house event attended by customers nationwide.
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Westye
Group Welcomes European Delegates to Sub-Zero/Wolf U.S. HQ
Westye
Group Europe Ltd, sole UK and European distributor of luxury American
appliance brands Sub-Zero Refrigeration and Wolf Cooking Instruments,
invited a select group of European delegates to visit the Sub-Zero &
Wolf headquarters in Madison, Wisconsin, for a four day intensive training
session, early in September.
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Bureau
Veritas now Offers European Furniture Testing Capabilities in the Far
East
Bureau
Veritas Consumer Products Services (BVCPS), global leader in consumer
product testing, inspections and auditing services, has announced that
its Hong Kong facility has introduced new furniture testing capabilities.
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Utopia
Installes Bito Live Storage Warehouse
Quality
and efficiency has been given a boost at bathrooms specialist Utopia.
The pottery warehouse in Bilston, West Midlands, has invested in a dynamic
storage facility from Bito Storage Systems as a focal point of its improved
quality checking and handling procedures.
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Meredith
Announces Exclusive Media Partnership with NKBA
Meredith
Corporation recently announced an exclusive media partnership with the
National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), effective January 2006.
Kitchen and Bath Ideas, a Meredith Special Interest Publication, will
be the official publication of the NKBA.
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Whirlpool
Cited for 1997-1998 Hiring Practice at Oklahoma Factory
Despite
high levels of diversity at Whirlpool Corporation’s Tulsa, Oklahoma,
factory, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP)
– part of the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment Standards
Administration – has determined that a hiring process used to
screen job applicants at the factory from March 1997 to February 1998
created an adverse impact on certain applicants. OFCCP officials
agree that the negative consequence was 'inadvertent' and unintentional.
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Hoffmann
at Guild Anderson Furniture
Owner
Nick Anderson set up Guild Anderson Furniture at his workshops near
Warminster in September 2003. Having developed his skills at Mark Wilkinson,
Nick Anderson understands his market and customers well and has developed
and equipped his workshop to produce very fine cabinetry – chiefly
kitchens – for discerning clients in the middle to top end of the
market.
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Take
Hoffmann to Work
The
Hoffmann system of creating accurate and permanently secure joints using
the company’s wide selection of specially serrated dovetail keys
is finding new applications all the time. While now in wide use throughout
the furniture and cabinetry sector, the Hoffmann system is becoming
ever more popular in the joinery sector where the strength and accuracy
of the joints is meeting all constructional requirements.
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on this Story]
Boere
Sandrite at Rochdale Wood Products
A Boere Sandrite 1100KC wide belt sander is proving to be central to
both production and quality at Rochdale Wood products where MD Steve
Holden says that the sanding operation is crucial to the success of
the company’s products in all markets.
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on this Story]
Use
of Toughened Glass in Shower Enclosures
Historically in the United Kingdom the use of glass in shower enclosures
has been covered by BS 6340-3: 19851. This standard lines up with BS
6262:19822 and BS 6262-4: 19943 as regards the use of glass in wet areas.
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on this Story]
Far
Less Rain and a Growing Thirst for Water…
… UK Industry must Help Reduce Consumption Now
With
average daily consumption per person at around 150 litres, the UK’s
growing demand for water has been well documented. Although calls for
the introduction of water saving measures have been commonplace, statistics
reveal that the issue is now a matter of urgency. Far less rain is falling
than in previous decades with below average levels recorded in an alarming
18 of the last 23 months.
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ELECSA
Teams up with Industry Experts to Deliver Free Part P Seminars in September
If you have missed your chance to book onto one of the free Part P evening
seminars that were organised by ELECSA held in July and August 2005,
you have another opportunity in September.
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THE K&BZINE ISSUE 112 9th September 2005
ALNO
launches The ALNO Store on Wigmore Street
Earlier this week ALNO, the UK’s leading importer of quality fitted
kitchens, launched a new retail concept, The ALNO Store, in Wigmore Street,
the centre for kitchen specialists in London.
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on this Story]
Baumatic
Purchases German Cooker Hood Specialist Technovent
Baumatic Group has purchased the activities and assets of German domestic
appliance specialist Technovent GMBH with a total investment of 1 million
Euro. Technovent, based in Manheim in Germany, is a well established company
and strong cooker hood brand in the German domestic market.
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on this Story]
SEB
2005 First Half Results: Stable Operating Margin Strengthened Positions
Sales
at SEB increased by 3.3% in the six months ended 30th June 2005. Business
was very contrasted from one region to another, as sales declined in
Europe, where consumer spending remained sluggish, rebounded in North
America and rose sharply in South America, as well in other countries
around the world that represent future growth drivers.
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on this Story]
Half A Million Visitors Log On To Franke Website
The Franke website received a record number of hits in August, with
over half a million visitors logging on to the site. The website report
shows that the figure is up ten per cent on last year’s results
and John Swain, product manager for Franke UK, puts its continuing popularity
down to a number of factors.
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on this Story]
Major
Report on the Bathroom Products Market - Republic of Ireland 2005
AMA
Research has recently published the 1st Edition of the Bathroom Products
Market in the Irish Republic report. The report should be of particular
interest to individuals and institutional investors, and provides a
comprehensive and easy to use review ofthe rapidly evolving Irish bathroom
products sector.
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on this Story]
Canova
Collection Just Arrived in the UK
Artisan
bathroom furniture manufacturer Mapini is introducing its new Canova range
of contemporary bathroom furniture in the UK market. The company based
in the island of Mallorca (Spain) is targeting the British market as part
of its global marketing strategy.
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on this Story]
Hansgrohe
AG Banks on Products with Added Value for the Consumer
Globalisation
doesn’t change its course just for hand showers. Particularly in
China, successful products such as the Raindance shower line from Hansgrohe
AG are copied and sold at bargain prices, mainly by local discounters.
As a rule, product quality falls by the wayside.
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on this Story]
Electrolux
Design Lab Attracts Over 1800 Candidates, So Far... Including 143 from
UK
The
Electrolux Design Lab 2005 competition, run on an annual basis by the
producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use,
has so far attracted over 1300 design students from 78 countries around
the world.
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on this Story]
Vestfrost
Announces Distribution Agreement with Waterline
Vestfrost,
Denmark’s largest manufacturer of quality refrigerators and freezers,
has announced that its designer refrigeration range is now listed by Waterline
for distribution to kitchen specialists throughout the UK. This is a major
development for Vestfrost as part of its bid to build a network of Vestfrost
specialists across the UK.
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Underwood
Calling
As
any business knows, a satisfied customer is your best advertisement. Underwood,
known for its bespoke kitchens and fumiture, is proud of the hundreds
of testimonials received from customers: customers who are happy to recommend
the company to their family and friends.
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Which?
Report on Fridge-freezers
Fridge-freezers
are the subject of the latest survey from Which? More than 194 million
temperature readings are taken during each test to find the models
that will preserve food for longer. We’ve found that energy labels
aren’t always accurate, so we calculate our own running costs
for each fridge-freezer we test.' says Which?.
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The
Arrival of KBB's Kitchen Gallery
KBB
incorporating Expotile, the biennial event for the kitchen, bedroom,
bathroom and tile industry is all set to make a big splash in January
at the NEC, Birmingham. From 22-25 January 2006, five halls of the NEC
will be the home of the biggest and best industry event to date.
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Unique
Sink Manufacturer Plans to Clean up at Interbuild
Birmingham-based
Catering Equipment, which specialises in manufacturing tailor-made sinks,
believes a presence at the UK’s major building and construction
industry show will rocket its annual turnover beyond £1million
for the first time.
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on this Story]
Homag
‘Treff’ is a Diary Must
Once
again the international Homag Group of panel processing and woodworking
specialists will be holding its annual ‘Treff’ – the
international in-house exhibition of the latest technology.
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on this Story]
Free
Guarantee Offer Extended into 2006
Kitchen
appliance manufacturer Siemens has announced that it is extending its
successful free five and ten-year guarantee offer on selected freestanding
models for another seven months, starting on September 1st, 2005.
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on this Story]
Use
of Toughened Glass in Shower Enclosures
Historically
in the United Kingdom the use of glass in shower enclosures has been
covered by BS 6340-3: 19851. This standard lines up with BS 6262:19822
and BS 6262-4: 19943 as regards the use of glass in wet areas.
[More
on this Story]
The
Sub-Zero Pro 48 Takes a Star Position in The Chairman’s Windows
at Harrods
Making
its debut in the U.K. market the new refrigerator, the PRO 48 from Sub-Zero,
was awarded star position in Harrods showcase windows – The Chairman’s
Windows - on Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, for the entire month of August.
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on this Story]
JP
Distribution Joins Orama's Network of Distributors
Orama,
the independent manufacturer of worksurfaces and associated decorative
products has announced that Yorkshire-based JP Distribution is the newest
addition to its distribution network.
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on this Story]
Pegler
Customer Care
Pegler
Customcare is a customer service pledge which guarantees customers the
levels of service they need to operate effectively in today's demanding
market conditions.
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on this Story]
Impulse
Does More with Less!
Sanitary-ware
manufacturer, Impulse Bathroom Products, now has its new 4 1/2 / 3 litre
flush Tribune suite under test with WRAS (Water Regulations Advisory
Service).
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on this Story]
Rangemaster
Celebrates 175 Years of the Range Cooker
Rangemaster
celebrated its 175th anniversary of inventing the range cooker with
an exhibition of kitchens through the ages at the Victoria & Albert
museum in London recently with special celebrity guest, Eric Knowles.
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on this Story]
J
D Williams & Company Ltd t/a House of Bath Attracts Complaint
A
complaint objecting to a catalogue insert in the national press, for
home furnishings and appliances, for J D Williams & Company Ltd
t/a House of Bath of Bath was upheld in three of the four objections
according toinformation published by the Advertising Standards Authority
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on this Story]
THE K&BZINE ISSUE 111 2nd September 2005
Matki
Showering Acquires Swadling
Matki
Showering has announced the acquisition of Swadling Brassware, the upmarket
shower valve and brassware manufacturing company. The benefits of this
to both companies are immense. Swadling Brassware's facility in Waterlooville,
Hampshire, will provide Matki Showering with a manufacturing base in the
UK for the successful Elixir product range. In return, the sales and marketing
strength of Matki will help build the already respected Swadling Brassware
brand still further.
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on this Story]
Pegler
Sold to Aalberts Industries N.V.
Pegler Holdings Ltd announced on 26th August that it has signed an agreement
to sell its entire share capital to Aalberts Industries N.V. of the
Netherlands. Aalberts Industries is an international industrial group
with two core activities, Industrial Services and Flow Control.
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on this Story]
European Recycling Platform Kicked off on August 13th
The
European Recycling Platform (ERP) announced on 13th August that it started
take-back and recycling operations for waste from electrical and electronic
equipment in Austria, Ireland, Portugal and Spain on August 13th, 2005.
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on this Story]
Armitage
Shanks Sponsors Loo of the Year
Commercial
sanitaryware manufacturer Armitage Shanks is sponsoring the ‘Loo
of the Year Awards’, which will be presented on 27th September,
during the World Toilet Summit, at a Gala Dinner at Belfast City Hall.
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on this Story]
New
PolyFit Fits the Bill
The
latest range from Polypipe Building Products is the PolyFit hot and cold
plumbing and heating system. With polybutylene barrier pipe, conduit pipe
in polypropylene and a whole host of fittings, the PolyFit system is designed
to be as plumber-friendly as possible.
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on this Story]
KBSA
Members Call Croner for Business Support
There are times when everyone in business needs expert advice - and KBSA
members can call on one of the UK's leading business consultancies for
free professional guidance. Croner Consulting is one of the country's
leading providers in the field of business consultancy and says that it
is unrivalled for the quality of the service it provides for companies
of all sizes to help resolve business issues.
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on this Story]
ELECSA
Identity Cards Make it Easier for Householders and Electricians
ELECSA registered businesses are being issued with identity cards to
help them reassure householders when visiting homes to undertake electrical
work. The ELECSA identity card contains the business name registered
with ELECSA, the type of work undertaken that is self certified under
Part P and the ELECSA registration number.
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PWS
Turns on New Tap Trends
Tapping
into the latest trends, PWS has turned its attention to contemporary styling
with its latest launch of Bristan taps. Six new taps have been added to
the collection, chosen to reflect the ongoing popularity of simple styling
and understated elegance in modern tap design.
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on this Story]
Whirlpool
In.Kitchen Design Concept Recognised by Design Museum
The Design Museum's biennial selection of Europe's most
inspiring design projects over the last two years has selected Sam Hecht's
'Equipment' module from Whirlpool's 'In.Kitchen' design project as an
example of how todays technology can help designers achieve remarkable
advances.
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on this Story]
Manufacturing
Move to North America for Fisher & Paykel Appliances
Fisher
& Paykel Appliances (FPA) recently announced plans to relocate
part of its manufacturing operations to North America. The Smart Drive®
clothes washer line that is currently located in Cleveland, Australia
and a motor manufacturing line, located in Auckland, New Zealand are
to be moved to North America in order to reduce costs of production,
freight and working capital associated with supplying that market.
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Glen
Dimplex Home Appliances still Number One
Six
months on and the latest June Gfk figures reveal that Glen Dimplex Home
Appliances (Stoves, Belling and New World) is still holding the number
one slot for value market share in the cooking appliance sector.
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on this Story]
Ideal
Bathrooms - The Chosen One
Ideal Bathrooms has just signed an exclusive UK distribution deal for
Stelrad's new range of designer radiators. Following the current market
trend for designer style radiators, Stelrad has a new range available
from the UK's national bathroom distributor - Ideal Bathrooms.
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on this Story]
Geberit
Spares - Fast and Easy
It's
hard to admit when you have just seen a vital washer roll away under
the floorboards into infinity, or you think you might have thrown away
that essential part with the packaging and instructions!
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on this Story]
Hansgrohe
Revenues Up 7% in First Half of 2005
The Hansgrohe Group once again saw increased revenues in the first half
of 2005. The provider of plumbing appliance products and state-of-the-art,
design-oriented bathroom solutions headquartered in Schiltach, the Black
Forest, generated net revenues of Euro 231.3 million from January to
June.
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Homag's
October Open House
Homag U.K. will stage another of its popular open house events from
October 11 - 13. With its extensive showroom and demonstration bay as
well as the training and service facilities, customers have found these
events to be a good way to see high quality demonstrations in a working
environment.
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Maytag
Announces Board Resignation
Maytag
Corporation announced on 31st August that Lester Crown, 80, Maytag Board
Member since 1989, has resigned from the company's Board of Directors,
effective August 30th, 2005. Mr. Crown resigned to fulfill other professional
and personal obligations.
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Westye
Group Invites European Delegates to Visit the Sub-Zero/Wolf U.S. HQ
Westye
Group Europe Ltd, sole UK and European distributor of luxury American
appliance brands Sub-Zero Refrigeration and Wolf Cooking Instruments,
invited a select group of European delegates to visit the Sub-Zero &
Wolf headquarters in Madison, Wisconsin, for a four day intensive training
session, early in September.
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Homestyle
Group Decreases Losses for the 52 Weeks to 30th April 2005
Homestyle
is a multi-site retailer operating across the UK and specialising in
furniture retailing through its Fumiture Division (177 Harveys stores)
and its Beds Division (436 outlets across Bensons, Sleepmasters and
Bed Shed Brands).
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Orama's
Worksurfaces are so Hardwearing - It's Child's Play
Bumpi's
Big Adventure, a children's indoor adventure play facility, has chosen
an Orama Maia worksurface for its reception as it's hardwearing, durable
and stylish.
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Efficient
Chips
Two
versatile adhesives, manufactured by Tamworth based Instarmac Group
plc, have assisted the speedy and successful installation of large format
ceramic tiles at a trendy new fish and chip bar, being built as part
of the new development at Dickens Heath, Solihull.
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NKBA
Chief Executive Officer Named
The
National Kitchen & Bath Association has named its new Chief Executive
Officer. After an extensive interview process by an executive search
committee, Michael Kelly was offered the position of CEO for the National
Kitchen & Bath Association.
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Far
Less Rain and a Growing Thirst for Water…
… UK Industry must Help Reduce Consumption Now
With
average daily consumption per person at around 150 litres, the UK’s
growing demand for water has been well documented. Although calls for
the introduction of water saving measures have been commonplace, statistics
reveal that the issue is now a matter of urgency. Far less rain is falling
than in previous decades with below average levels recorded in an alarming
18 of the last 23 months.
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ELECSA
Teams up with Industry Experts to Deliver Free Part P Seminars in September
If you have missed your chance to book onto one of the free Part P evening
seminars that were organised by ELECSA held in July and August 2005,
you have another opportunity in September.
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