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Energy Efficient dishwasher
(6/30/2008)
According to the maker, a steam-cleaning system increases the LDF9810's energy efficiency versus standard dishwashers. The unit operates at 45 dBA and includes turbidity sensors to determine soil levels and set a required number of rinse cycles. Other features include a built-in food disposal system with self-cleaning filter, interior LED lighting, a third dish rack, a delicate cycle, and room for 14 place settings in a single load. It is Energy Star certified at 285 kWh* per year and is available in white, black, and stainless steel finishes. 800.243.0000.

Water efficient dishwashers
(6/30/2008)
Using European wash technology, the GU2800XTV and GU3600XTV dishwashers use one-third less water and energy than the company's models from seven years ago. Increased water pressure breaks up food more efficiently, the company says. This new wash system and a soft-start motor help reduce noise, providing for the quietest operation of any of the manufacturer's dishwashers. The appliances are Energy Star qualified and have a yearly energy usage of 299 kWh (GU2800) and 301 kWh (GU3600). Other features include a new nozzle configuration that delivers a fan of water to clean from all angles and cleaning power that adjusts to soil levels. 800.253.3977.

Perlick Provides Perfect Storage for Martinis, Draught Beer and Wine - All in One Unit
(6/10/2008)
The ultimate tool for a true home entertainer is Perlick's latest model -- the 72-inch Freezer/Beer Dispenser/Wine Reserve. This addition to the Signature Series perfects the art of storing and serving any type of beverage. Each compartment of the H3FTW is crafted for the specific needs of martinis, ales and wines.

WhisperGreen Vent Fan
Journal of Light Construction (6/4/2008)
The auto-start feature on Panasonic's WhisperGreen kicks the fan up to 80 cubic feet per minute when someone enters the room. After the room empties out, the Energy Star-rated unit drops back down to a minimum-CFM operation. It lists for $279. 800/405-0652.

Padova Customized Range Hood
Journal of Light Construction (6/4/2008)
Want to incorporate specialized materials into a range hood, to help it blend with the rest of the kitchen? Zephyr's Padova is ready for finishing touches in glass, plaster, mosaic tile, or metal. It comes in widths of 42, 48, and 54 inches, and with fans rated at 600 or 1,000 cubic feet per minute. Prices start at $4,400. 888/880-8368.

New Brilliance by Scotsman Residential Ice Machines Deliver the Perfect Home Beverage Experience
(6/3/2008)
Scotsman Ice Systems, an Enodis company, brings the perfect ice experience home with the new Brilliance Residential Ice Machine. Ice purists everywhere can now enjoy exceptional iced drinks made with Scotsman's gourmet ice, the crystal-clear cubes that have enhanced the beverage experience for forty years. Brilliance features a sleek, durable design that coordinates well with other appliances and when installed with a custom wood front that matches the surrounding cabinetry it virtually disappears. It's ideal for updating existing kitchens, bars and home entertainment areas, as well as for new construction. Easy to clean and reliable, Brilliance will delight homeowners who value the perfect beverage experience-all from Scotsman, a world leader in consumer-preferred ice.

Flexible Kitchen Systems
residential architect Magazine (6/1/2008)
Sleek, strong, and sustainable describe the flexible kitchen systems from Bazzeo. Customizable cabinets, drawers, and storage pieces are crafted from rapidly renewable and recycled materials, including wheatboard, aluminum, stainless steel, and certified woods finished with wood veneers, aluminum or laminate panels, and low- to no-emission lacquers. Bazzeo says it transforms all manufacturing waste into new products and plants a tree for each new order; it also claims its products can contribute up to four points to projects seeking LEED certification. Three-way adjustable hinges and fully extendable drawers that can hold up to 90 pounds add substance to Bazzeo's pretty, green face. 212.206.7400.

Sharp's Insight Pro Cooktop+Microwave Drawer Oven Offers a Unique Kitchen Design Solution
ebuild (5/21/2008)
Sharp expands its popular Microwave Drawer appliance line with the Insight Pro Cooktop+Microwave Drawer oven, a one-of-a-kind unit that combines the world's first Microwave Drawer oven with a smooth glass ceramic cooktop for a stylish and convenient cooking solution. The Microwave Drawer oven is currently also available in Insight and Insight Pro Ranges and as 24- and 30-inch standalone units.

Perlick Introduces the Industry's First Outdoor Undercounter Refrigerator Line with a View
ebuild (5/21/2008)
As more homeowners continue to discover the joy of outdoor entertaining, the trend toward creating the ideal outdoor entertainment area has truly gained momentum. Until now, homeowners trying to select a product that creates a bona fide, professional quality outdoor entertaining area were limited by product size, scope and style. Perlick Corporation, innovator of commercial bar, beverage and refrigeration equipment for nearly a century, is proud to unveil the models of its all-new luxury Outdoor Line of professional-style refrigeration products. Not only are their size, performance and handsome appearance unrivaled by anything on the market; Perlick's new Outdoor Line features the world's first glass doors for outdoor use with the insulation necessary to keep your favorite foods and beverages cool: A technological and aesthetic breakthrough that redefines the view of outdoor entertaining.