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Induction Cook-tops
- CUSTOM HOME Magazine (9/7/2007)
- New 30-inch and 36-inch induction cook-tops are now available in addition to the company's 15-inch model. There are more than 10 levels of power for each element, and the cooktop features a timer count-down. 800.332.9513. www.wolfappliance.com
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Architect Series Induction Cooktops
- residential architect Magazine (9/7/2007)
- KitchenAid has added 30-inch and 36-inch induction cooktops to its Architect Series II line of appliances. Powered by electromagnetic energy, which generates almost instant heat, the new models feature nine level settings and a "performance boost" function that speeds boiling times. Pan size-detection technology automatically adjusts to focus heat only on the cooking vessel, and a hot-surface indicator light warns users of lingering heat after the burner has been turned off. The units' sophisticated frameless design, black finish, and beveled edges blend seamlessly with other products in the series. 800.334.6889; www.kitchenaid.com
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Thermador Induction Cooktops Receive Highest Ranking From a Leading Consumer Publication
- ebuild (8/16/2007)
- Thermador is proud to announce that its induction cooktops have been ranked number 1 by a leading consumer publications. Since the introduction of Thermador induction cooktops in August 2006, they have also been recognized with a prestigious 2006 Good Design Award from the Chicago Athenaeum and a 2007 Platinum Award for Design Excellence (ADEX) from Design Journal.
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Home Appliance Manufacturers and Their Customers Show Commitment to Energy and Conservation
- ebuild (7/19/2007)
- Home appliance manufacturers, through their trade group the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM), have teamed with energy and water advocacy groups to lobby Congress to pass an energy bill which will include the strictest federal energy efficiency standards to date for several major appliance products. AHAM is also pushing for a first ever national water limit requirement for residential dishwashers and clothes washers. The new energy and water standards will result in a savings of up to 3.3 Quads of energy and nearly 11 million acre feet of water over 30 years.
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Fisher and Paykel Introduces the European Line of Freestanding Ranges and Built-In Ovens
- ebuild (7/17/2007)
- Introducing a new line of cooking appliances manufactured in Europe by Fisher and Paykel. This stylish line of cooking appliances brings more design choices to the Fisher and Paykel range. From the space-challenged apartment in the city to the ultra-modern country estate, Fisher and Paykel's new line includes a broad range of sizes and options to complete any installation with a Minimalist sensibility. The minimalist designs of the European influence are now extended in the U.S. through Fisher and Paykel's European manufactured line of freestanding ranges and built-in oven. These appliances are offered with very stylish mirrored glass doors and stainless steel finish that finds a home in any modern setting.
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Jenn-Air Expands Suite Choices for Style and Design Versatility
- ebuild (7/11/2007)
- Jenn-Air brand's complete and varied line of kitchen appliance suites has expanded to include a new Oiled Bronze finish that offers a warm, richly hued alternative to stainless steel. This breakthrough line joins Jenn-Air brand's commercially inspired Pro-Style Stainless suite, sleek Euro-Style Stainless suite and modernist Floating Glass suite to bring high style and high performance to a wide variety of kitchen styles.
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Siemens Home Appliances and Brand Source Join Forces to Launch New Line of Luxury Built-Ins
- ebuild (6/25/2007)
- Siemens home appliances will partner with Anaheim, California-based Brand Source for the national launch of its new collection of built-in luxury appliances. Siemens, the number one appliance brand in Germany, as well as Europe's leading maker of built-ins, is known for technological innovation, precision engineering, and pure European style. Brand Source is one of the nation's most respected appliance retailers, with more than 2200 independent dealers committed to service, selection and value.
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Wind Crest Gas Cooktops Combine Commercial Performance with Elegant Styling
- ebuild (6/13/2007)
- When remodeling the kitchen, savvy homeowners demand the best in a gas cooktop. Whether cooking gourmet meals or just warming up leftovers, homeowners want the quality of a commercial-grade cooktop without its usual bulkiness. Wind Crest
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Wind Crest Electric Cooktops Feature European Styling, Easy to Clean Surface and Versatile Cooking Zones
- ebuild (6/13/2007)
- Fans of electric smooth tops appreciate this design because there are no raised elements or messy drip pans to remove, making it easy to clean and maintain. Wind Crest, a leading manufacturer of cooktops and ventilation systems, offers a revolutionary design in its electric smooth top by combining commercial performance with the beauty and convenience of ceramic glass. Multiple element sizes and shapes, with outputs ranging from 30 to 4400 watts, allow users to simmer and sear with up to seven pans -- at the same time.
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Wind Crest Appliance Shopping Guide: How to Select an Energy Efficient Induction Cooktop
- ebuild (6/13/2007)
- Whether replacing the appliances or embarking on a complete renovation, consumers face a dizzying array of choices, including what type of cooktop to purchase. For example, already used by professional chefs for years, homeowners are now discovering the many benefits of an induction cooktop. But, while most homeowners are fairly familiar with gas and electric, induction cooking is still one of the newest and most misunderstood cooking methods for the residential market. Rose Dickson, vice president of sales and marketing at Wind Crest agrees. "Many consumers feel overwhelmed and uniformed when they walk into an appliance showroom. There are a wide variety of choices. Our goal is to educate and help simplify this process for homeowners."
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