Weekly Email News for the Kitchen, Bathroom and Bedroom Industries
26th August 2005
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Vestfrost
is launching a new product for wine collectors and restaurants -
multi zoned wine cabinets that can be fitted into the kitchen or dining
room for the optimal storage of red, white and vintage wines
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here:
Meeting
growing demand for built-in coffee makers is the new Candy
BMC 60X, designed to match the Plan range of flat-front, sleekly styled
appliances for a fully co-ordinated external appearance
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here:
Electrolux
has recently introduced the EKT6045X 60cm Touch Control Double Oven
Electric Cooker
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here:
Hopkinsons
Fourways
has enhanced its own-label appliance collection, Prima, with the
addition of a range of contemporary cooker hoods, a new gas oven
range and a new optional 8-year parts warranty
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here:
Hotpoint
enhances its built-in collection with the introduction of the
new HCM10 coffee maker
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here:
Maytag
UK, the genuine American appliance manufacturer, has
recently launched the new Amana Precision side-by-side fridge
freezer which is finished in premium quality stainless steel
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here:
Electrolux
has come up with the New Electrolux Visi a dishwasher
with a window on the wash
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here:
The
‘A’ rated DOP440X oven from De Dietrich
has nine cooking functions including Fan, Combined cooking, Turbogrill,
Conventional, Conventional eco, Single grill, Double grill, Keep warm
and Defrost
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here:
Cherry,
iroko and walnut bring the line-up of PWS
full stave species to seven, enhancing the existing range of maple,
prime beech, rustic beech and rustic oak
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here:
James
Latham’s
flooring division has been adding to its already comprehensive range
of products
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here:
J&J
Ormerod PLC
has again teamed up with Orama to increase the choice of worksurfaces
available with the Colonial kitchen range
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here:
It’s
a case of classic meets contemporary in the new Hendon kitchen from
The Kitchen Group’s value brand,
Prima
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here:
Helena,
William Ball's latest high-end
design, has the contemporary combination of zebrano stripes and minimalist
ivory combined with a sleek, plain door profile
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here:
The
Triflow Tradition tap from Franke
has been designed to appeal to those who appreciate classic styles
but do not want to sacrifice the little extras that make hectic lives
more manageable
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here:
Grohe,
a specialist in showering products, has further developed its Rainshower
System
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here:
Modern
and minimal, light and open are still the strongest trends for bathrooms
and Daryl Showering has introduced
some new additions to its Minima collection
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here:
Imperial
Bathrooms now offers a comprehensive range of showers
alongside its array of bathroom suites, furniture, fixtures,
fittings and ancillaries
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here:
Designed
by Mark Wilkinson and created
by Perrin & Rowe, Oasis
‘brings together two of England's most exclusive and aspirational
brands’
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here:
Bohle
has developed ‘Europe’ – its first own manufactured
range of shower door hinges, developed exclusively for glass shower
doors
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here:
2005
brings a whole new look to RAK Ceramics
in the UK with new literature and an array of new Sanitaryware, Tile,
Worktop and Ceramic Sink products
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here:
The
popularity of the natural stone Travertine basins by Avante®
has inspired the addition of three new designs to the collection
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here:
Raphael
Mimoni, creator of Mega Marble and
The Stone Boutique, has unveiled
his latest creation, the Voluttuoso bath, created in Zodiaq® Cloud
White and Zodiaq® Vortex Black quartz stone
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here:
The
new whirlpool bath collection from Biojet International
Plc has bubbled onto the scene. Each bath in the collection
has been specifically designed around the Biojet™ whirlpool system
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here:
Venus
is a modular collection in a range of classic to modern solutions from
Iris Ceramica
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here:
'Buying
tiles - look for the Tile Mark it’s your assurance that the tiles
are good quality and made to a recognized standard.' says The
Tile Association
More
here:
Swish
Building Products has introduced three new
wall panel designs to the Marbrex decorative internal cladding system
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here:
KPH
Stainless Tiles
manufactures an exclusive range of hand polished plain and designer
stainless tiles
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here:
Gelson
Professional
has introduced a wider choice of shower curtains and shower rods into
its collection, to meet the changing needs of the professional developer
and hotel market
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here:
With
rustic styling ranking among the popular looks in kitchen design, PWS
has introduced six new pewter options to its line-up of classic handles
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here:
The
new Delamain Coloured Crystal range
is unique in that no two knobs are actually the same. Available in blue,
pink, green, amber, blue & pink, green & yellow, and an extra
special bubble effect
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here:
On
Sunday September 18th 2005, the staff from Crabtree
Kitchens will be cycling the Swans Way and Icknield Way trails
in an effort to raise funds for the Shooting Star Trust
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here:
Reading-based
kitchen appliance supplier, Baumatic,
took a step back in time in aid of charity recently by taking part in
The Nation's Biggest Thank You
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here:
Twenty
Whirlpool
staff
from
Croydon
and
Paddock
Wood
formed
the
'Whirlpool
Warriors'
and
took
to
the
water
like
ducks
last
month
to
raise
money
to
help
Southwark
branch
of
Habitat
for
Humanity
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here:
Vasco has introduced the E-Tech electrical radiator. These stand alone radiators have an integrated electronic regulation and offer the same comfort as central heating
More here:
Myson,
the
designer
heating
specialist
has
extended
its
APM
system
into
the
majority
of
its
towel
warmer
range
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here:
The
Chrome
Classic
from
Bisque
is
a
new
version
of
the
much
loved
Classic
radiator,
suitable
for
any
luxury
kitchen
or
bathroom
More
here:
Hotpoint
is now offering an exclusive training programme to Magnet staff
since the recent announcement of its new trading partnership with
the company
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here:
As
part of the ongoing
Saniflo training programme Technical Manager John Jarmulowicz
recently ran a seminar at the prestigious South Shields Town Hall
buildings.
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here:
ELECSA is inviting electricians and businesses affected
by Part P to book a place on one of the free Part P evening seminars
that will be held across 8 locations in the South East in July 2005.
More
here:
A
new online retailer, Allersafe,
dedicated to providing healthcare solutions for allergy sufferers, says
that it has become the first retailer to offer the complete healthy
sleep solution globally
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here:
Burbidge
has expanded
the Emilia bedroom
range with the
introduction
of a painted
cream option
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here:
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Whirlpool
Buys Maytag for $21 per Share
Maytag
finally appears to have got itself a good deal, which values the company
at around $3.65bn (including the assumption of $977m of debt). The final
buyer was Whirlpool, who upped its offer to $21 per share and agreed
to pay $40m for trouncing Triton's previous bid. The deal is naturally
subject to regulatory approvals and shareholder agreement.
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Tretzo
Launches ebb Bathroom at 100% Design
At 100% Design, the industry’s showcase of new talent at Earls
Court in September (22-25), Ireland-based Tretzo will unveil ebb,
its new furniture vision. This will be ebb’s world launch.
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here:
Shires
Strengthens Links with Social Housing Sector
Shires Bathrooms recently strengthened its links with the social housing
sector after exhibiting at The Chartered Institute of Housing Conference
and Exhibition.
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here:
Bathsystem
Looks for Remedy at Interbuild 2006
An
off-site bathroom and kitchen pod manufacturer aims to further enhance
its standing in the UK market with a major flag-waving mission at
Interbuild 2006.
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here:
More Events here
Tim
Foley - who has recently been commisioned to write the 'definitive
book on kitchens' and acts as Project Consultant to ITV's 60 Minute
Makeover - also runs a website which includes an excellent Discussion
Forum about all things kitchen related.
You'll
Find it here:
Fagor
UK
has launched a new catalogue specifically tailored to the UK market,
introducing the company’s 2005/2006 range of freestanding appliances.
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here:
Indesit's
new Cooling Collection brochure brings together a range of newly designed
refrigerators from Italian designer Guigiaro.
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here:
A
fully revised product specification manual has been produced by Burbidge
following the launch of its five new kitchen ranges and complete new
bedroom portfolio.
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here:
Waterline's
new Intuition Collection of well-priced, quality self-assembly kitchens
on ex-stock delivery is the subject of a dedicated sales brochure
and price guide.
More
here:
Synergy
Kitchens
has launched its introductory brochure, providing full details of
the company’s collection of 24 kitchens.
More
here:
Vasco
has recently launched the new Arche brochure. 'The new tube radiators
are elementary, uniform volumes that not only radiate warmth but also
give inner peace'.
More
here:
Baumatic
has introduced a new 2005 brochure and price list which showcase the
latest additions to the Baumatic portfolio.
More
here:
Lancashire
based sink manufacturer, Shaws,
has appointed Emma Irving as its new UK sales manager.
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here:
Maytag
UK, is ramping up its operation with a new addition to
the national account team with the appointment of Simon Starkie.
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here:
David
MacArthur has been appointed National Sales Manager at PWS.
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here:
Reginox
UK Ltd, has expanded its sales team through the appointment
of Lis Perry as area sales manager.
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here:
Utopia
has announced the appointment of Robin Hughes as Area Sales Manager
with responsibility for the South Eastern region.
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here:
Nicole
Palmer has joined Utopia, the
bathroom furniture manufacturer, in the newly created role of Marketing
Assistant.
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here:
Maytag
UK
has appointed Simon Cooper to Area Sales Manager for the North west
of England and Scotland.
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here:
Bathroom
manufacturer, Shires Ltd has
announced the appointment of a new commercial manager for Selecta,
the group’s shower screen and enclosure business.
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here:
According
to Steve Root, proprietor of Roots Kitchens
Bedrooms Bathrooms 'Successful corporate sponsorship is
all down to sticking to a few golden rules'.
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here:
Electrolux
has announced a significant investment in the Luton Community with
its Two Year sponsorship of newly promoted Luton Town Football Club...
now in the Football League Coca Cola Championship.
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here:
A
daring display by the world-famous Royal Signals White Helmets motorcycle
team at the Aldershot Army Show was co-sponsored by Wilky
Bathrooms and its parent company The Wilky Group.
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here:
Imperial
Bathrooms
has devised a simple, yet functional and effective way for retailers
to display the palette of wood finishes available for its classic
freestanding bathroom furniture.
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here:
Maytag
says that it has an impressive website for all its enthusiastic retail
partners who wish to take a professional approach when creating their
own literature and promotional materials.
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here:
Masco
says that its bathroom design website, www.bathroom-design-guide.com
has already become a hit with the British public before the publicity
machine has even cranked into first gear.
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here:
With
a new survey revealing that one in five visitors to the Franke
website site are looking for a Franke dealer, the sink manufacturer
is encouraging retailers to register their details.
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here:
Premium
shower brand Daryl Showering has
launched a new website following research with retailers and consumers
about how it can best meet their needs.
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here:
Not
sure if you are ready for that Part P assessment? ELECSA
is inviting everyone affected by Part P to take its online test.
More
here:
Nottingham
Trent University student Karen Babel won
the Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association-sponsored New Designers
award for her innovative design for a bookcase which converts into a
double bed!
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here:
For
the third straight year, Electrolux
invites students from around the world to compete to design household
appliances for the future. This year, Electrolux Design Laboratory is
looking for solutions for the home of 2020.
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here:
The
Whirlpool Prêt-à-Porter,
already awarded the Special Innovation Award at the ‘Foire de Paris’
trade fair recently, has been recognised with an Industrial Design Excellence
Award (IDEA) in America.
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here:
Kitchen
Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association member Nolte
scooped a major design award at the National Home Awards 2005, sponsored
by Ideal Home and The Daily Telegraph.
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here:
Luxury
American Kitchen Appliances Debut at House & Garden Fair 2005
American
brands Sub-Zero Refrigeration and Wolf Cooking Instruments made their
debut at the Daily Telegraph/House & Garden Fair 2005 with the new-to-the-market,
stainless steel PRO 48 refrigerator from Sub-Zero.
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here:
Victoria
& Albert Propelled in the Middle East with Official Royal ISH Visit
Victoria & Albert Baths
says that it enjoyed the perfect debut at ISH Kitchen & Bathroom
Gulf trade show in Dubai, generating a buzz of activity from high-end
distributors interested in the company's solid surface freestanding
models.
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here:
Book
a Free Part P Seminar Delivered by ELECSA and Megger
ELECSA is inviting electricians and businesses affected
by Part P to book a place on one of the free Part P evening seminars
that will be held across 8 locations in the South East in July 2005.
More
here:
CMP
to Sponsor Launch of KBB National Training Group
CMP Information Ltd, organiser of next year’s KBB exhibition at
the NEC in Birmingham, is to sponsor the official launch of the Kitchen
Bathroom Bedroom National Training Group during the event.
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Here:
Interclima
+ Elec home&building 2006
Reed
Expositions France has changed the dates for Interclima
+ elec home&building and Idéo
Bain, which will be held at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
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Here:
Epoc Messe Frankfurt, Dubai, has finalised its plans for ISH
Kitchen and Bathroom Gulf.
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Here:
Interbuild 2006 - The Building Show
takes place at the NEC in Birmingham from April 23 to 27.
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Here:
With
the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) pushing its 'Better Backs' initiative
this summer, Granada Material Handling
(Granada), one of the nation's leading material handling solutions specialists,
is the sole UK distributor of Fezer VacuPowerlift handling units.
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here:
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In
addition to reimbursing the $40 million termination fee paid by Maytag
to Triton, Whirlpool has agreed to pay up to $15 million to assist Maytag
in retaining key employees. Whirlpool also has agreed to pay Maytag
a 'reverse break-up fee' of $120 million under certain circumstances in
the unlikely event of failure to obtain regulatory clearance.
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PRODUCT OF THE WEEK
On
Reflection, It's Clearly Another Innovation from Myson
Myson
has unveiled a new glass towel warmer and radiator which the company
claims is 'unique to the UK domestic heating market and gives a clear
view of innovation'. Mirage is made from glass, with no visible heating
element, and comes in three styles – Crystal (clear), Patterned
and Mirror.
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TOP TIPS FROM ELECTROLUX
Keep
Cool on a Hot Date
Behind
the scenes preparation can keep the stress levels down and make that
hot date a little hotter. Electrolux provides a few helpful hints on
smart use of appliances to smooth the way for a romantic evening in.
Washing machines to the rescue! Don’t panic if your favourite black
dress/shirt is lying in the laundry basket - thanks to refresh programmes
and short wash cycles it can be clean in just 30 mins. And the AEG-Electrolux
tumble dryer with new heat pump technology is so gentle even delicate
fabrics like wool and silk can be dried safely.
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on this Story]
Whirlpool
and Maytag Sign Definitive Merger Agreement
Whirlpool Corporation
and Maytag Corporation have signed a definitive merger agreement in
which Whirlpool will acquire all outstanding shares of Maytag in a cash
and stock merger valued at $21 per share. One half of the per
share consideration will be paid in cash and the balance in a fraction
of a share of Whirlpool common stock as described below.
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on this Story]
Producers
Welcome Delay to Waste Electrical Recycling Law to June 2006
REPIC, the not-for-profit recycling body set up by 51 of the UK's
leading electrical goods producers, has welcomed the government's
announcement of a delay to the implementation of the EU Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive until June 2006.
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on this Story]
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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on this Story]
Jacuzzi Brands Announces Third Quarter 2005 Financial Results
Jacuzzi Brands, Inc. announced on 11th August operating results for
the third quarter ended June 30th, 2005. Net sales for the third quarter
of fiscal 2005 increased to $334.2 million from net sales of $331.3
million for the third quarter of fiscal 2004. Operating income for
the fiscal 2005 third quarter decreased to $34.0 million from operating
income of $41.1 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2004.
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on this Story]
More
Trade Visitors Tap into Online Resources
A Franke survey has revealed that the number of trade visitors looking
for brochures online has nearly doubled in the last two years. The
sink manufacturer has added new features to its site over the period
in order to make access to brochure materials more convenient.
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on this Story]
In-toto
Celebrates 25 Years in Style
In-toto
celebrated its twenty fifth anniversary in style this summer with a
weekend of fun in London. Forty franchisees and their partners stayed
at the Waldorf Hotel, enjoyed a meal at the Savoy and saw 'Chicago'
at the Adelphi theatre. For the energetic, this was followed by a late
night session at the Café de Paris. Participants took a late
breakfast the next day, then a cruise on one of the large Thames party
boats before making their way home.
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on this Story]
Retaining
the Sparkle of Glass in the Bathroom
A
brand new shower screen sparkles, but that clean glass look can soon
vanish in the harsh environment of a bathroom – unless it is protected.
Hard water, high humidity, soap and shampoo can all take its toll on
the glass, leading to surface damage and discolouration. However, with
the application of Ritec’s ClearShield technology, the company
says that the glass will remain pristine for longer.
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on this Story]
One
Month Until Awards Entry Deadline
Retailers
and designers have less than one month to submit entries for the 2006
Bathrooms And Kitchens Industry Awards. The deadline for completed
entries is 23rd September 2005.
Every year, the Industry Awards recognise the talent and business
acumen of designers and retailers working in the bathroom and kitchen
industry.
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on this Story]
Blanco
UK Announces Exclusive Sales and Marketing Agreement with Gutmann
With
immediate effect, the sales, marketing and distribution of Gutmann,
the cooker-hood range hand-crafted in Germany, will be handled by Blanco
UK in the UK and Ireland. The range complements the current range of
Blanco cooker hoods.
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on this Story]
Gorenje
Joins KBSA as New Corporate Member
The
Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association has welcomed Slovenian
appliance manufacturer Gorenje as a new corporate member. Gorenje recently
launched a new range of built-in products, including a coffee machine,
microwave, induction hobs and touch control ovens, and earlier this
year it previewed to the industry a new refrigeration range to be launched
this autumn.
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on this Story]
World’s
First Frost Free Chest Freezer Electrolux ECS3070 is Which? Magazine
Aug 05 Best Buy
Electrolux
ECS3070 is the new Best Buy in Which? Magazine August 05 issue.
The magazine reports, 'We put the Electrolux 3070 through our usual
rigorous tests and it excelled at all of them, becoming the highest
scoring freezer we’ve tested in a long time.
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on this Story]
AME
Designs User-Focussed Sinkware Collection for Astracast
Sheffield-based
industrial design consultancy, AME Design has devised the new Echo
range of stainless steel sinks for kitchen sink, tap and accessory
manufacturer Astracast (part of the Jacuzzi group).
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on this Story]
D.A.D
Announced as First UK Distributor of Mistral Range of Small Domestic
Appliances
Domestic
Appliance Distributors (DAD Ltd) is the first national distributor
of the Mistral range of small domestic appliances.
As from August, DAD will distribute the mid-market range, which includes
espresso machines, kettles, toasters and sandwich toasters, to independent
electrical retailers across the UK.
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on this Story]
Introducing
Opticolour - The New Alternative to Tiles
Opticolour
is a new range of toughened glass walling from Interior Glass Solutions
(IGS). This new alternative to tiles is available in a range of colours
and effects and is completely waterproof. It’s easy to clean
and involves no grouting (so it doesn’t suffer from dirt and
mould), and can be further enhanced with lighting.
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on this Story]
De
Dietrich Extends its Free Six Pan Offer for Purchases of Touch Control
Induction - and now Vitro
Following
a successful response to its initial promotion, De Dietrich has extended
its free six pan offer on all touch control induction as well as vitroceramic
hobs until 30th September 2005.
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on this Story]
New
Design Focus for Burbidge
Burbidge
has recently undergone an in-depth review and improvement programme
in conjunction with The Design Council. Ben Burbidge, managing director,
comments: ‘We recognise that the kitchens industry is very much
a 'fashion-led' and as such we need to ensure we are in the best position
to reflect upcoming fashion trends in the kitchens and bedrooms we
design.
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on this Story]
Blum:
Innovations Generate Impulses for Growth
The
2004/2005 business year of Julius Blum GmbH finished on 30th June.
Gerhard E. Blum, managing director and co-owner of the manufacturer
of fittings, told representatives of the business press in Hoechst,
Austria, that Group turnover amounted to 821.1 million euros (in comparison
to 694.2 million euros in the last financial year).
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on this Story]
Emerson
Achieves Third-Quarter 2005 Earnings Per Share of $1.00
Emerson
announced on August 2nd that net income for the 2005 quarter ended
June 30th, 2005 totalled $358 million, or $0.86 per share, an increase
of 6 percent versus the prior year period. The results included a
tax charge of $58 million, or $0.14 per share, related to the one-time
opportunity during 2005 to repatriate approximately $1.3 billion at
a favourable tax rate
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Accreditation
is a Reality
The
majority of us scorn any mention of Public Sector accreditation as
a marketing ploy but how many of us actually understand what it means,
why it is needed and how it can increase opportunities? The UK Trades
Confederation investigates...
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on this Story]
FRANKE COMMENTS
Bottled
Water… Pure Water or Pure Hype?
With
sales of bottled water at an all time high, John Swain, product
manager for Franke UK, reminds retailers that they are missing out
on a huge opportunity to sell filtered water taps. New statistics
have revealed that we splashed out a record £1.2 billion on
bottled water in 2004, with a staggering 86 per cent of all sales
being still water.
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on this Story]
New
Moves to Combat Rogue Traders
Rogue
Traders are an unfortunate fact of life for many consumers across
the kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and home interiors industry. The
media is keen to publicise rogue traders in sensational TV programmes
but this does not really help us solve the problem. However there
does now seem to be some positive moves from a number of organisations
that will help reduce the risk to the consumer and protect them
from rogue traders.
[More
Here]
COMPANY NOTICES
Notices
from The Insolvency Courts, July 2005
The following Notices have been posted from the Insolvency Courts
relating to Kitchen and Bathroom companies from June to July 2005.
Some of the recent companies include Kuchen Studio Ltd, The Kitchen
Place Ltd, Just Bathrooms UK Ltd, Gainsborough Kitchens Ltd, Studley
Kitchens & Home Improvements Ltd, Alexander & Webb Ltd, Kitchen
Genius Ltd, Tollgate Kitchen Studio Ltd, Gemini Kitchens & Bathrooms
Ltd, Hammonds Kitchens Ltd.
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MACHINERY MATTERS
Ligmatech
Collaborates to Revolutionise Cabinet Assembly
Ligmatech has agreed to be the mechanical partner in a new development
that the company says could revolutionise the way in which furniture
cabinets and carcases are assembled. In collaboration with Titusonic,
a division of the fittings firm Titus International Plc, new Ligmatech
cabinet presses and cramps will carry new equipment that delivers
ultrasound to a special Sonic Rivet to replace the traditional system
of dowel and glue in cabinet component assembly.
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