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The New Amana 3D Refrigerator

The new Amana 3D has sleek, elegant lines available in a combination of designs and materials to please the most discerning consumer and a 'must-have' product for retailers to display.

The Amana 3D with its distinctive 3 doors is the latest genuine American refrigerator to join the luxury Amana range. It has 20 ft2/559 litres of flexible interior storage space.

The Amana 3D is a side-by-side offering an intelligent, ergonomic layout. The refrigerator sits on top of the freezer and has a double door system encompassing a flexible central mullion that retracts on opening to give uninterrupted, full width access to the fridge. The small side-by-side doors take up a third less space than a traditional full width door, making it ideal for installation where room depth is limited. The freezer, which we access 7 to 10 times less frequently than the refrigerator is on the bottom, and is accessed by a smooth, glide-out drawer, to reveal its contents immediately.

Stuart Frost, Maytag UK's Product and Marketing Manager comments, 'The new Amana 3D is another superb authentic American refrigerator to aspire to. The top mounted refrigerator with its clever double doors is the most convenient side-by-side available today. Its veritable range of designer finishes, dressed to catch the astute eye of the consumer will also deliver profitable selling opportunities for our retailers.'

The New 3D by Amana
* Available in three benchmark designs Definition, Precision and Reflection.
* Distinctive double, side-by-side refrigerator doors to increase installation options where kitchen depth is limited.
* Unique double door system creates uninterrupted, full-width refrigerator access at a convenient height.
* Self-sealing central mullion keeps the cold air in as well as retracting on opening either door to allow full width access.
* 'A' energy rating.
* Electronic monitoring and temperature control with twin sensors to respond to temperature changes to within +/- 1°C, extending food storage through minimising temperature swings.
* 20 ft_/559 litres of storage space with five zones to preserve food fresher for longer, retaining taste, nutritional value, flavour and texture.
* Chillkeeper(tm) door storage to keep milk and beverages colder than the rest of the refrigerator for optimum storage and preservation.
* Temperature controlled, Chef's Pantry - a full width drawer with self-opening lid for easy access. May be set up to 4°C colder than main refrigerator for meat, fish, deli items and perfect chilling of beverages.
* Adjustable, spill-proof glide-out, hermetically sealed glass shelves - everything remains accessible bringing items from the back of the fridge to the front.
* Adjustable humidity controlled crispers promote crispness and nutritional freshness of fruit and vegetables.
* Four star, frost-free freezer with convenient pull-out drawer incorporating two slide out freezer baskets, for ease of access.
* Energy saving adaptive defrost system; defrosts automatically and only when required.
* Optional icemaker.
* Four point levelling system, adjusted from the front for easy installation.

Maximum Capacity, Compact Size - Belling Launches New 90cm Range Cookers

Belling has launched six new 90cm range cooker models in two different styles following in-depth research into consumer requirements.

The Sandringham 90DF dual fuel, Kensington 90DF dual fuel and Kensington 90E electric range cookers have the latest in practical features, designed to make cooking simple for the end user, even when space is limited.

These models have been developed to meet specific consumer requirements for more usable oven space. Each of the new 90cm range cookers has a tall fanned oven with a capacity of 76 litres which can accommodate standard sized baking trays. With four shelves and 25 shelf positions, this offers greater versatility and capacity - making it possible to cook four pizzas at the same time.

 
(L-R) Kensington 90DF dual fuel Sandringham 90DF dual fuel,

In addition to the tall fanned oven, the 90cm dual fuel models have fully programmable electric ovens with 7 functions, five gas burner hobs - including a handy wok burner - with gloss cast-iron pan supports, separate variable grills and a removable cast iron griddle. A one piece hotplate helps prevent food getting caught in the hob top making light work of cleaning.

The 90E electric range cooker features five ceramic hob elements, including one dual zone, plus one multifunction and one tall fanned oven. It also has a separate variable grill and programmable main oven, for complete cooking convenience.

Available across all Kensington range cooker models, Belling's new satin steel finish offers a brushed steel look. The heat resistant coating means it is easy to clean and cool to touch, with the added benefit that it is resistant to finger marking.

Offering all the flexibility and performance of Belling's larger models, these 90cm range cookers are the result of extensive consumer research by Belling to find out exactly what consumers want from their appliance. Matt Newsome, product manager for range cooking at GDHA, comments:

‘Belling really has thought of everything when developing these new range cookers. Through our research we discovered that consumers want range cookers that are easy to clean, easy to use and feature programmed cooking modes. As a result, we introduced satin steel finish and one piece hotplates to help consumers keep their ovens in top condition.

‘With the new 90cm models, the benefits of range cooking can be extended to those with more compact kitchens, giving retailers the chance to provide a complete cooking package.’

All Belling appliances have a one year parts and one year labour guarantee for added peace of mind. For information on Belling visit http://www.belling.co.uk or call 0870 458 9663 for a brochure.

New Hotplate Options for Britannia's XG Range Cooker

Range cooker specialist Britannia has introduced two new hotplate options for the recently launched XG range cooker, which includes a dedicated grill compartment as well as two other grills.

A ceramic hotplate and gas hotplate incorporating the Chef Top are now available on all XG models.

The Chef Top is a versatile solid stainless steel hotplate that helps make cooking a real pleasure. Britannia was the first brand to introduce this feature to their built-in hobs and cookers. Inspired by Teppan Yaki, the Japanese method of cooking on a solid plate, the Chef Top offers a multitude of cooking options - all of them healthy. Only a little oil is needed on the Chef Top and food retains its full flavour.

The ceramic hotplate features six cooking areas; three of these are dual zones, which provide a choice of cooking area. The hotplate also features a handy elongated zone for oval dishes, casseroles etc. All heating zones are powered by hi-tech reliable ribbon elements which ensure fast boil times.

‘The XG has exceeded all expectations since it was launched in September 05. Dealers and consumers asked us many times when ceramic and Chef Top versions would become available. So we are certain the new hotplate options will make it even easier for our dealers to sell the XG,’ says Britannia Marketing Manager Henneke Duistermaat.

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.

As with all Britannia appliances the new XG range cooker also comes with a two-year guarantee.

For further information, visit http://www.britannialiving.co.uk or call 01253 471111.

Rich and Rustic Colour for the Traditional Kitchen, from BLANCO by Gutmann

The exclusive range of BLANCO by Gutmann cooker hoods has stainless steel craftsmanship, hand-welding and hand-finishing which the company says guarantee a showpiece appliance that will form the centrepiece of any kitchen (even if the hood is wall-mounted and not an island version in the middle of the room!).

But for that special individual touch, ensuring that a bespoke kitchen really is a cut above the rest, customers can opt to have their BLANCO by Gutmann cooker hood finished to match precisely the colour of an Aga or country-style range cooker.

Customers can choose any model from the standard BLANCO by Gutmann range and specify any colour from the international RAL colour palette. The chosen colour is varnished onto the high-quality stainless steel finish. Bespoke versions of standard hoods can also be specified in a colour and size to suit customers' individual requirements.

Copper and Brass Too
On top of colour options, for the ultimate country-style effect in a luxury kitchen, BLANCO by Gutmann cooker hoods can also be finished in copper or brass - perhaps to co-ordinate with prized copper or brass pans. In this case, a brushed or 'brownished' copper or brass finish is applied, complete with a surface-protective coat.

Plus the Best Extraction Performance
‘BLANCO by Gutmann cooker hoods are not just about providing a premium-quality finish and the best aesthetics. Above all, the Gutmann name means creating an extraction appliance that is as near perfection as possible,’ says the company.
‘For Gutmann, extraction is nothing less than a science, and the company has conducted exhaustive research into air movement in kitchens.

‘As a result, BLANCO by Gutmann cooker hoods represent far and away the best extraction performance that money can buy. Every aspect of the extraction appliance - from the precision-engineered motors and the design of the extra-thick multi-layer stainless steel filters, to the optimum diameter for ducting - is carefully designed to contribute to the excellence of the appliance as a whole. Consequently, with an external motor, extraction rates of up to an incredible 4000m3/h can be achieved.’

Tel: 020 8450 9100
Web: http://www.blanco.co.uk

Fashionable new Frost Free Fridge Freezer from Siemens

Whirlpool Launches 6th Sense Integrated Fridge-Freezer

Whirlpool's built in product range has been augmented by the ART488 6th sense LCD fridge-freezer.

The elegant and robust new 6th Sense Combi offers better food conservation, faster chilling of drinks and desserts and faster freezing of fresh food, as well as conserving energy when owners are on holiday.

A digital display is available to allow easy monitoring of the fridge and freezer temperatures and for setting the available functions.

Whirlpools 6th Sense technology maintains the freshness of your food longer with intelligent sensors that constantly sense and adjust to temperature changes.

When the door is left open or after a power cut, the sensors detect the change and rapidly channel chilled air into the storage zone, restoring the temperature 5 times faster than a conventional fridge.

Unlike a conventional fridge, which cools continuously, 6th sense sensors cool only when needed, making them more energy efficient.

Functions:

* Digital display. To show the temperature in both the fridge and the freezer.

* 'Extra load' function. This can be activated 24 hours in advance to assure ideal conditions for freezing exceptionally heavy loads.

* Vacation mode. Allows the fridge to be switched off while the freezer stays on, saving energy while you are away.

* Party Mode. A 6 hour refrigeration boost that cools the fridge down to its lowest temperature so that drinks and desserts can be chilled quickly.

* Auto defrost fridge

* 2 litre bottle balcony

* Reversible doors

Technical Information:

* Fridge: 200 ltrs gross (7.1 cu.ft)
* 198 ltrs nett (7.0 cu ft)
* Freezer: 81 ltrs gross (2.9 cu ft)
* 65 ltrs nett (2.3 cu ft.)
* Dimensions (mm): 1770 x 540 x 545
* A Energy Class
* HFC Free
* 4* rating

Web: http://www.whirlpool.co.uk

Belling Develops New Finish for New Range Cookers

Belling says that it has taken range cooker innovation one step further with its new satin steel finish, offering consumers an attractive, high-performance alternative to stainless steel.

Through intensive consumer research, Belling discovered that style is still an important factor when choosing a new appliance, with ease of cleaning also a key consideration.
In-line with this, the new satin steel finish has been specifically developed to provide a more versatile option to stainless steel, which can be prone to stains, smears and finger print marks.

Available on Belling's new Kensington 90cm, 100cm and 110cm range cooker collections, satin steel has the same aesthetic qualities as stainless steel but is hard wearing, easy to clean, heat resistant and cool to the touch.

With the introduction of satin steel finish to the latest Kensington range cookers, Belling offers a new practical solution designed to meet the demands of modern consumers.

All Belling appliances have a one year parts and one year labour guarantee for added peace of mind.

For information on the new Kensington range cookers from Belling visit http://www.belling.co.uk or call 0870 458 9663 for a brochure.

Capta from Elica

The shape of the Elica Capta hood has a timeless, classic feel that allows it to blend in harmoniously with any type of kitchen. Created to meet the specifications of users requiring high-level performance, Capta comes with Automatic Sensor Technology (AST), the Elica-patented system that operates all the functions of the hood automatically, providing efficient optimisation of energy saving and silent running.

This intelligent sensor system enables the hood to react to what is happening on the cooking surface: it can switch the hood on, control the aspiration power and switch the hood off. The three sensors function in relation to three of the most important factors involved in cooking, monitoring the temperature, the level of humidity and the heat in the area below the hood. Reacting to these factors, they automatically set the correct aspiration level, optimising energy consumption and noise level. The AST system functions for all types of cooktop: gas, electric, induction etc. The result is a superior quality of air in your kitchen.

Capta is also available in the Meteo version: this includes an interface which, in addition to the electronic control of all the various operations of the hood, incorporates an instrument that can measure a series of parameters relating to external weather conditions. The liquid crystal display mounted on the product can provide information on atmospheric pressure and a weather forecast.

Apart from going beyond standard hood operations in this way, Capta also has a further optional aspect: through an advanced communication system, the product is also able to ‘talk’ to a sensor mechanism placed outside the house which indicates atmospheric temperature.

The back-lit display also includes a digital clock and a timer with an acoustic signal which can be set to tell you when the correct cooking time has elapsed.

Naturally, the display also includes all the relevant data concerning the operational status of the hood, aspiration speed, and the condition of the filters.

Meteo and AST technologies can be combined to provide an ultra-innovative product.

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