Mistral chimney hood

CDA's cooking range goes from strength to strength with the launch of innovative new appliances at KBB 2010. Compact appliances that can be teamed together to create an appliance wall have become an increasingly popular option for consumers looking for style combined with the freedom of personal choice.

Oozing Italian style, this uber-contemporary stainless steel and glass Faber cooker hood from Air Uno is available wall-mounted or for an island unit. Lots of technological features make this a highly effective extractor including an energy diffuser that helps reduce noise and increases efficiency, washable cassettes, a filter saturation alarm and an optimized speed programme that selects the best aspiration capacity with the touch of a single button. Three speed settings offer a range of extraction from 250 to 500 m3/h with noise levels of 47 to 62 dB (A).

New from leading appliance manufacturer Baumatic is the TITAN5 side-by-side fridge freezer, finished in stainless steel.

Neff’s innovative new FlexInduction hob has been designed to create more flexibility for the cook. Spilt into two large areas, the right hand side has two specific induction zones while the left half of the appliance is one entire induction zone for maximum choice and positioning of the pans.

The MP600BS self cleaning oven from Mertz UK uses advanced pyrolytic technology to make life easier for the user.

Energy efficiency is big news in today’s world and as a result, induction technology has soared in popularity. Smarter, safer, faster and greener than other more traditional fuel types; improved communication surrounding the technology has meant that consumers are now more aware of its benefits and its money saving qualities.

As part of its bid to become the green refrigeration brand, Lec’s entire portfolio of under-counter larder, refrigerator and freezer products have been re-launched with A+ ratings for improved energy efficiency.

Rangemaster’s brand new FxF 60cm Fridge Freezer arrives just in time for the BBQ season. This slimline, A+ energy efficient refrigerator is perfect for storing sodas, salad and sausages, ready for any summer soiree. Available in colour match options, design conscious homeowners can coordinate their fridge, cooker and hood in cream, black or stainless steel finishes.

There are four key factors influencing today's appliances market - ecology, economy, technology and evolution. Consumers are increasingly aware of environmental concerns, highlighted further by the economic downturn so appliances with higher energy efficiencies are favoured.

Amica's Scandium range consists of two highly attractive, built-in multifunctional ovens in stainless steel, both A rated and featuring a revolutionary new Aqualytic cleaning system incorporating AquaRealEase^TM technology, unique to Amica.

This spring saw the launch of Indesit Prime, an appliance range that combines a distinctive design with Smart Technology to help consumers save time. It is available as a freestanding collection with bi-colour surrounds in white and silver, digital interfaces and futuristic blue LEDs. Alternatively, the professionally styled built-in range includes coordinated handles, controls and digital displays. Whatever the style of kitchen, the Indesit Prime collection creates a complete designer look at affordable prices.

Leading kitchen appliance brand, Belling, has unveiled a fresh look for its built-in and freestanding appliances and a new product collection containing a number of ‘first to market' innovations.

With market penetration running at just 30 percent (compared to 50 percent in Germany and 80 percent in Sweden), dishwashers are an important area of opportunity for retailers. The market is forecast to grow as consumers become more energy conscious - and CDA is ready for both new owners and those who are trading up from an old machine with a collection of unbeatable energy, time and water saving models.

Three of the new top-of-the-range 60cm wide full size dishwashers from Siemens boast the Œzeolith‚ energy recovery system for huge savings of energy, using less water in a larger capacity 13 place setting machine.

After the successful launch in 2008 of the Genesi and Ascot range cookers and hoods, Steel Cuisine are pleased to announce the launch of matching side by side American style refrigeration. Customers are becoming increasingly attracted by suites of kitchen appliances to enhance their kitchen's contemporary designs.

Beko PLC, the leading UK appliance manufacturer, continues to demonstrate its innovation and on-going commitment to affordable technology with the world's quickest washing machine - the "Xpress".

To create the perfect combination of built in cooking appliances for a truly modern kitchen, look no further than this superb new stainless steel quartet from built in appliance brand leader, Neff.

PJH Distribution is pleased to announce that Whirlpool's new "Cube" range of intelligent energy-efficient appliances, featuring 6th Sense® technology, is now available through its nationwide distribution service. It is also on display within a range of K Kitchens from the kitchengroup, PJH's exclusive kitchen partner.

Baumatic's 60cm Joystick oven (the POM9651SS) has a swivelling ‘joystick' operation makes it incredibly easy to use, giving the chef control.

The Joystick oven also has built-in ‘intelligent' fuzzy logic technology, which means the oven can intuitively work out cooking temperatures and how long to cook a dish to perfection. Baumatic includes only the 20 most popular European dishes, offering the ability to save 16 further recipes of the owner's choice.

Rayburn has launched a brand new series of oil-fired central heating range cookers, the Heatranger 600 series, with what is said to be the largest rectangular cast-iron hot plate on the market, two large ovens and a boiler which powers up to 20 radiators, as well as delivering copious amounts of domestic hot water.

Consumers now have a wider choice of domestic appliances, with more features, at significantly lower prices than 20 or even 10 years ago. For manufacturers in a highly competitive market innovation has been crucial, not just in technology but also in design. While regulation, technological innovation and fashion continue to affect the whole sector, some trends are unique to this country.

Leading, award-winning Polish brand, Amica, is set to make instruction manuals history with its new Navigator washing machines.

Smeg, the Italian domestic appliance manufacturer, has launched its first range of BUILT-IN COFFEE MACHINES so homeowners can enjoy the perfect Italian blend every morning delivered in the most stylish way.

Launched last autumn to complement its prestigious range cooker collection, Britannia's induction range cooker is continuing to prove a real hit with consumers.

When Neff introduced the totally unique SlideAway oven door that disappears from view under the oven, it literally took the UK market by storm. And it has continued to make waves ever since, thanks to its highly innovative door mechanism that moves aside to provide extra space in the kitchen.

Famous for its cookers, Britannia is enhancing its stylish product portfolio with the introduction of its first ever fridge-freezer range - the Nebraska collection. Mirroring the renowned craftsmanship of its range cookers, with an added twist of American grandeur, Britannia's new collection is set to meet the modern needs of any kitchen.