Category: Washing Machine

Every now and again we hear that the service sector of the appliance industry is doomed, largely from trade members in our forums, and until recently this is not a view that has been especially popular however the events of recent times may push that view back to the fore.

Co-operative Electrical has said it is launching a new system of much cheaper extended warranties and will make no profit if buyers of TVs, washing machines, fridges, and other goods take out insurance.

Domestic appliance repair and replacement company Pacifica is set to expand after a round of recent investment.

Vestel has received a license to use the Japanese electronics maker Sharp’s brand to make and sell appliances in Europe.

After a long absence from the UK the Grundig electronics brand is back with a selection of home appliances and electronics.

Reuters reports that Sharp is in talks over licensing Taiwanese and Turkish firms to make and sell its appliances in Europe as it tries to cut costs to counter stagnant sales on the continent.

Ebac is edging ever closer to launching the new British made washing machines have launched a website to find out about consumers and experts demands allowing us our first look at the new machines.

Cheap washing machines are cheap in the beginning, but don’t always stay cheap in the long run while high-end models hurt at checkout time, yet could produce up to five times more washes over its lifetime.

Given the news on this subject over the past few years it will come as little surprise to many in the industry that, once more, it is reported by the Energy Savings Trust (EST) that many appliances are incorrectly labelled.

Xeros has announced plans for a potential £100 million stock market listing that could bring its washing beads based technology to the mass market.