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Fagor is part of the Mondragon Co-operative Coorperation, which itself is one of the leading corporations in Spain and one of the largest co-ops in the world. The company owns other manufacturers of appliances such as De-Dietrich. 20 million homes across Europe have an appliance produced by this group of companies. In terms of workforce, Fagor is part of a setup that employs over 6000 people in total. These sort of figures show that although the brand is little known in the UK, the back up and resources are certainly in place to give the product every chance in this market. We are all sceptical when it comes to new makes and models, but especially when we are faced with a new brand that we have never heard of before. What will the neighbours think!? Here we see the basics and background of Fagor appliances.
The product line up that was introduced to the GB market five years ago, features every modern category of integrated and built in appliance.
The areas of strength which really stand are the laundry models, which Fagor manufacture themselves. The integrated washing machine and washer dryer offer 6kg loads, and 1100 or 1400 spin options. The entry level integrated washer has been retailing for under £350, which is a real price point, and it comes with the previously rare 5 year guarantee.
There are a selection of other models from Fagor which offer the 5 years warranty for parts and labour. There are ovens, coffee machines, hobs, cooker hoods and fridge freezers all offering this length of security from breakdown, available via redemption.
The pyrolytic ovens, which share the same under pinnings as the sister models by De-Dietrich, have started selling well, again because of the relative good value next to the options from Bosch and AEG. This manufacturer pioneered the technology in France, and has introduced the technology know-how to Fagor after the success with De-Dietrich. The system that ensures cleaner, safer and more economical cooking, allowing the oven to be left to clean itself completely automatically after use. All the dirt is burnt away which can easily be removed with a damp cloth after the cycle has finished.
One of the latest in a long line of innovative products by Fagor is the Automatic Cooking system. This consists of the Vitroceramic Hob plus the Elegance Rapid Pressure Cooker, which can be connected via a radio signal. The cooking settings selected by the user are transmitted between the hob and the cooker. When this process has finished, the appliance switches off by itself. This cooking option is also available using the Fagor silver saucepan, eliminating the need for the pressure cooker.
Away from the appliances, Fagor offer a unique accessory for this market, storage columns. These cooking stands are designed for integrating Fagor appliances. They remain un-fixed to any wall or other surface and can be moved around the room as and when the cook fancies a change of environment.
The designs of all the Fagor range is pleasing to the eye, the experience in other countries has helped them hit the ground running with the product line up. Overall it looks like they are going to grow over the coming years into a major player, competing on the level of Zanussi, Hotpoint, CDA, Baumatic and Tecnik kitchen appliances.
Say goodbye to your outdated kitchen appliances and hello to the more efficient, eco-friendly and elegant kitchen you’ve always wanted!
Have you flipped through the pages of a home decorating magazine or visited the home of a friend and turned green with envy when you saw how sleek and modern today’s kitchen appliances are becoming? From technology to décor, manufacturers are adding a variety of new features to make kitchen appliances more efficient, eco-friendly and elegant. Whether you want to replace an eyesore of a range for something more contemporary and stylish, or you’re looking for a refrigerator that’s designed to make better use of space, today’s kitchen trends offer something to satisfy every customer’s needs and desires.
High performance kitchen appliances are a necessity for modern households. If you’re like most consumers, you often find that you’re tight on time. You live a fast-paced life and you don’t have time to hurry up and wait. These days, manufacturers are making kitchen appliances that work as hard and fast as their consumers do. High performance appliances can help consumers do everything from preparing their family’s favorite meal to cleaning heavily soiled dishes in no time. Many households are now opting for restaurant-grade appliances, which are perfect for large families or family’s that entertain often. Cooktops that incorporate induction technology use electromagnetic energy to increase temperature faster, while hot water dispensers installed under the sink, can deliver hot water for tea straight from the faucet, without the wait. And when it’s time to clean the dishes after a large family meal, there are a number of dishwashers designed to get the job done faster and better than ever before. Features like steam cleaning use high temperature steam to give dishes a spot-free, hand-washed appearance, while dishwashers manufactured with smart sensors can determine how much water and power are needed to make dishes sparkling clean.
For consumers who are committed to doing their part to help protect the environment, eco-friendly kitchen appliances offer a number of ways to help save energy and save money. Traditionally, refrigerators have required more energy than any other kitchen appliance, greatly increasing the household energy bill. But now newly manufactured refrigerators are often designed to run on a low, constant speed, which is more energy efficient. There are also a number of “green” dishwashers that use less water for consumers concerned about conservation. Some dishwashers are even built with 100% recyclable parts so that when it’s time to replace it, the parts can be re-used. There’s a common misconception that eco-friendly kitchen appliances aren’t stylishly designed and can take away from the modern look you may be trying to achieve. But actually, energy efficient kitchen appliances have come a long way in terms of design and aesthetics, which means you can still have the beautiful, modern kitchen appliances you want while conserving energy at the same time.
One of the most popular trends in kitchen design is the incorporation of integrated kitchen appliances to create a sleek, stylish and modern look. Some integrated kitchen appliances can be built into kitchen units, and camouflaged with modern cabinetry in a variety of colors, styles and contemporary finishes. Other integrated kitchen appliances are manufactured to seamlessly coordinate with new or existing kitchen designs. Imagine refrigerator drawers and a prep sink built into your kitchen island for easy access, or a specialty range designed to compliment the colors and theme of your dream kitchen.
Today’s modern kitchen combines technology, design, versatility and unique style to create an inviting environment that you’ll love to cook in and show off to friends. Don’t hold on to outdated kitchen appliances that lack style and innovation and drive your energy bills through the roof. Have the kitchen and kitchen appliances of your dreams today
First of all some background on the company: Gaggenau was founded in 1681 by Margrave Ludwig Wilhelm von Baden. He established an ironworks in the German town Gaggenau, and named the company after the town. It is both the oldest and widest distributed appliance brand and over the years, Gaggenau expanded into the manufacture of coal-fired cookers and some of the first gas cookers. But technology has moved on considerably since then and Gaggenau embraced the changes and has been credited as the leader in introducing European convection ovens, the pyrolytic self-cleaning mode, and 36-inch ovens in North America.
Gaggenau’s world headquarters is still located in the city of Gaggenau, Germany to maintain some of the tradition and history of the company. But Gaggenau kitchen appliances are manufactured in several countries across Europe and North America including Lipsheim,
France, Bretten and Dillingen in Germany and Boston in Massachusetts.
Gaggenau has over 550 employees in 50 countries and is currently the only manufacturer that offers a combination steam oven with true convection plus multiple humidity settings in one unit for the home chef.
Gaggenau specialises in cutting-edge built-in home appliances. Its portfolio includes ovens, gas, electric and induction cook- tops, ventilation, dishwashers, modular refrigeration and freezer columns and wine storage units. Gaggenau also produces specialty appliances such as steamers, grills and deep fryers, and the Asian-influenced Teppan Yaki. These are more luxury items and available to customers with a big budget.
Now for some product information: Well some of the appliances that Gaggenau is particularly proud of are the Modular Column Refrigerators and Freezers. They have an unusual stainless steel interior and plenty of placement options. The fridges and freezers also have low energy consumption and quiet operation.
In their range of ovens, Gaggenau’s BS 270 Combination Steam and Convection Oven combines the dry heat of convection with non-pressurized steam so that the shape, colour and nutrients and flavour of food are better preserved.
As regards hobs and cook- tops, the Vario 400 Series of Modular Cook- tops feature large, 15-inch Gaggenau kitchen appliances are designed to be able to fit into any size or style of kitchen, even the cosiest of kitchens.
Gaggenau also manufacture appliances for ventilation and the AT 400 Backsplash Ventilation eliminates vapours and odours directly at the point where they occur, which is on the cook- top. They are designed for island units and smaller kitchens and have very high ventilation power levels.
Gaggenau kitchen appliances do not just comprise of big products such as fridges and cookers. They also manufacture small kitchen appliances such as coffee machines. They are available in aluminium or brushed stainless steel and is designed to integrate easily with any style of kitchen cabinet. Gaggenau use a unique conical grinding gear of hardened steel, together with Aroma Whirl brewing techniques, to produce flavoursome coffee each time it is used.
For more information about Gaggenau kitchen appliances, visit their website. It includes more information on individual products, recent news concerning the company and also recipes for you to try out on your new cooker- even if you decide not to go for a Gaggenau.