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Welcome to appliance DESIGN E-News -- the electronic newsletter for subscribers of appliance DESIGN magazine. The newsletter is in a fast-scan format so you can quickly keep up on all the latest happenings in the design industry. Please let us know what you think by sending your comments to Larry Adams, E-News Editor, at adamsl@bnpmedia.com.
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Appliance Design Roadshow Kicks Off in September
The Appliance Design European Roadshow kicks off again this September visiting maj  or appliance manufacturers across Europe in a unique exhibition vehicle. Sponsored by appliance design magazine, companies such as Whirlpool, Electrolux, Miele, Merloni, Indesit and others are on the proposed tour list. The tour is designed for component manufacturers to present their products directly to the major design engineers and decision makers across the European
appliance industry. For more information, contact John Aldridge at john@dream-marketing.co.uk or phone +44 1189 886823.
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ZINK Imaging Unveils Zero-Ink Printing Technology (2/06)
ZINK Imaging, Waltham, Mass., has unveiled a new way for consumers to print and experience full color digital images without the need for ink cartridges or ribbons. ZINK Imaging’s patented technology, shown for the first time at the DEMO 07 conference, shifts the printing paradigm from an ink cartridge or ink ribbon, to a totally inkless system. Images appear on the ZINK paper without a drop of ink.
The key to the ZINK process is the ZINK paper, which is protected by more than 100 patents and patents pending. Dye crystals are embedded in the ZINK paper and are activated by heat from a ZINK printer. The crystals then colorize, producing high quality, long-lasting, durable, and affordable images. Read more... |
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Diva de Provence Makes Cooking Accessible to the Visually Impaired (2/06)
To provide the potential for a safer cooking experience for the nearly 10 million blind or visually impaired individuals in the United States, Diva de Provence, Toronto, is now introducing a tactile marking kit for its induction cooktops.
"Diva's capacitive touch controls are perfectly suited for integrating the tactile markings," says Amir H. Girgis, managing director for Diva de Provence. "The safety benefits of cooking with induction enable all Americans to enjoy the entire epicurean experience." Read more... |
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Bosch Acquires FHP Mfg. Co., Maker of Water-Source Heat Pumps (2/06)
As a part of its strategy to strengthen the company's Thermotechnology division and gain better access to the rapidly growing U.S. market for electric geothermal heat pumps, Bosch, Stuttgart, Germany, announced it has acquired FHP Mfg. Co. of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. FHP is one of the leading U.S. manufacturers of these systems in the renewable-energy field. Bosch has acquired all shares of FHP from a group of investors led by G.L. Ohrstrom & Co., Inc. The purchase price will not be disclosed. FHP will be integrated into the Thermotechnology division led by BBT Thermotechnik GmbH, which also holds a strong position in the European market for electric heat pumps.
"With the acquisition of FHP, our growth trajectory in the promising renewable-energy segment is now strengthened in the attractive U.S. market. Because of their energy-efficient and environmentally friendly technology, electric geothermal heat pumps have great potential worldwide," said Joachim Berner, president of the Thermotechnology division. Read more... |
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NRA Names 2007 Kitchen Innovations Award Recipients (2/06)
The National Restaurant Association, Chicago, announced the recipients of the 2007 Kitchen Innovations Award for its Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, to be held May 19-22, at McCormick Place in Chicago. Highlighting trend-setting kitchen equipment, the show will again showcase award recipients in live, interactive demonstrations throughout the exclusive Kitchen Innovations Pavilion. All 2007 KI Award products were judged by an independent panel of experts to be among the most innovative foodservice equipment in the world.
"Our Kitchen Innovations Award program is now in its third highly successful year, and previous award recipients have gained tremendous strides in promoting their cutting-edge products to the world of foodservice," said Association President and Chief Executive Officer Steven C. Anderson. "Innovative equipment does not only benefit restaurants by increasing productivity, conserving the environment and keeping employees safe, it can also have a big impact on the consumer side by increasing speed and quality of service and menu items. While chef creativity is the number one influence on what's on the menu, great equipment can enhance those options. These products are truly at the top of
their field and we are excited to have them at the 2007 Show." Read more... |
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Study Examines Changes in Food Preparation (2/06)
Research and Markets, Dublin, Ireland, has completed a new study titled "Changing Cooking Behaviors and Attitudes: Beyond Convenience."
The report tracks the evolving nature of consumer's food preparation practices as a variety of lifestyle and societal factors continue to fuel a shift to convenience. It also discusses how many consumers are attempting to reassert themselves in the kitchen, offering opportunities to industry actors who can deliver convenience, health, indulgence and comfort needs. Read more... |
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appliance designCalls for 2007 'Excellence in Design' Entries
The Annual Excellence in Design program is currently accepting entries for its 2007 awards competition. Conducted by Appliance Design Magazine, the competition, now in its 20th year, has made a commitment to honor the best and most innovative product designs in the global appliance industry.
"The desire to create superior designs gets more intense every year as OEMs increasingly realize the  critical role design plays in differentiating their products from their competitors," says Richard Babyak, editor of Appliance Design. "It is also very clear that designers are working closely with engineers in the early phases of product development to ensure that technology and design work together seamlessly in the presentation of the end product. This includes consideration of human factors, a critical issue as product designs become more complex. “A perfect example of where all these elements were artfully combined can be found in the Honda/Plug Power HES Home Energy Station Gen 3, which was named Best Overall in the most recent competition. The design of the unit demonstrates how cutting-edge technology can still be attractive and user-friendly."
This is a prime opportunity for both manufacturers and design firms to be recognized for their outstanding product designs. Past winners have included designs from companies such as Medtronic Xomed, Inc., Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications, iRobot,CFM Home Products,Black & Decker,Electrolux Home Products, Bosch Thermador, Hunter Fan, Lochinvar, Pitney Bowes, and more.
Winning designs will be selected by a panel of design experts on the basis of creativity, ease of use, and visual appeal. The awards honor recent product designs, so the product must have been placed into distribution between January 1, 2006 and December 31, 2006.
Entries will be considered in the following product categories:
· Business Machines (includes products designed for professional or office use, such as copiers, faxes, mailing machines, etc.)
· Commercial/Vending Appliances (includes commercial laundry, foodservice equipment, vending machines, etc.)
· Electronics (includes consumer audio/visual electronics, mobile phones, personal computers, electronic toys, electronic games, electronic musical instruments, etc.)
· Major Appliances/HVAC (includes home appliances, heating and cooling equipment, water heaters, stationary air/water treatment, cogeneration equipment, etc)
· Medical/Test & Measurement Equipment
· Outdoor/Leisure Appliances (includes lawn & garden equipment, gas barbecue grills, fitness equipment, etc.)
· Small Appliances (includes Small electric appliances, personal care devices, portable power tools, portable air/water treatment and floor care, etc.)
NOTE: Entries should be limited to products and systems that fall within one of the above-mentioned categories. The following do not qualify and should not be submitted: Nonpowered products; components that are part of a product/system (e.g. refrigerator shelving, oven display panel); industrial equipment entries (e.g. forklift trucks, presses, etc.); and vehicles.
Winners will be profiled in the June 2007 issue of Appliance Design and will be posted on http://www.appliancedesign.com in a permanent section dedicated to the competition.
For more information and to download the entry form visit www.eid.appliancedesign.com Submissions along with the $135 entry fee are due by February 9, 2007. Late entries will be accepted until February 16, 2007 but a $75 late fee must accompany them.
Questions about the entry process can be directed to Richard Babyak, editor at either 440-886-1210 or at EID07@bnpmedia.com.
To see past winners, click here!
For instructions, rules, deadlines and entry forms, click here!
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