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16th December 2016
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International News
Products Kaldewei extends its Meisterstücke Collection
Whirlpool washing machine proclaimed a Which? Best Buy
Assessing the washing machine, Which? noted that it is 'dead easy' to use; the testers also loved the 'large and clear digital display' and the wide door opening, which enables easier loading and unloading of large items, such as a duvet, and particularly commended the way in which the FSCR 10432 'kept washing and spinning noises to a minimum'. Utopia upgrades and expands Halo range
With immediate effect all washbasin units and occasional units will have LED under unit mood lighting fitted as standard. This accent lighting offers subtle illumination below the unit, perfect for creating an atmosphere of subdued lighting or for use as low level lighting at night-time. Tutti frutti! Everhot launches tangerine range cooker
CRL launches new collection of porcelain surfaces
Drawing on its 20 years' expertise in the stone industry and responding head-on to current trends in worksurface design, Ceralsio surfaces from CRL tap into the huge move towards ceramic worktops coming out of Europe. New compact oven and warming drawer for Amica Built-In
Amica's Platinum Design features a choice of two compact ovens. Both provide a 38-litre combination of oven with built-in microwave and grill and both offer touch control LED clock and time. Five power levels for the oven and three for the grill feature on the AMMB44E1GI which also features a 1000W power combi oven with a 1500W grill. BETTE shower trays and baths chosen for luxury St James developments
"Disney chairman Bob Iger once said: 'The riskiest thing we can do is just maintain the status quo'. I was reminded of this when members of our team here at Darren Evans Assessments visited the National Self Build and Renovation Centre in Swindon. Abode Zorb - a 'steel' of a stainless tap
They are hygienic and practical, retaining a natural lustre for years and the resistance of stainless steel to corrosion and staining, together with its low maintenance and sheen, make it an ideal material for the kitchen. Holloways of Ludlow launches three kitchen designs to celebrate move to Shropshire
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Fleet managers are being urged to make additional licence checks for temporary hires and staff delivery drivers covering the Christmas & New Year sales period to ensure that drivers are qualified to be on the road; with repeat checks undertaken, so any endorsements collected during the festive period are revealed early. Licence Check warns that drivers are under huge pressure to make deliveries on time and many are working long hours, without appropriate breaks, to meet challenging schedules. It worries that employers are turning a blind eye to the fact that drivers are being overworked, without breaks, and that they may be tempted to push drivers out in vehicles without the usual safety checks, putting lives and property at risk. Advice worth taking, I think, particularly with the KBB industry under such pressure at this time of year… On that note, may I wish you well for the holidays? This is the last issue of KBzine until 6th January and if you're also having a break, I hope it's a good one and that 2017 is happy, healthy and peaceful for us all. Yours,
This Week's News
Duravit announces training dates for 2017 As part of the ongoing commitment to support its dealer network, Duravit announced that new training dates are now available to book for 2017. Based at either Milton Keynes or the International Head Office in Germany, the training events enable attendees to choose the type of training to suit their needs, depending on their existing knowledge-base of Duravit products. British Ceramic Tile's 2017 design trend predictions...
BiKBBI chief executive to raise £100,000 for Furniture Makers by climbing Everest
Damian's journey to the summit of Everest starts in April 2017 when he travels from London to Kathmandu, Nepal. Outstanding reaction to Utopia's Roseberry Collection
Gorenje reveals six new stylish extraction hoods
"We are seeing an increasing number of consumers consider their selection of hood more carefully, taking extraction rates and aesthetics into account more than ever before," says Stuart Benson, sales director at Gorenje UK. Built-in innovation from New World: Design Suites Collection to shake up market
The brand believes its latest offering, New World Design Suites, is set to disrupt the market by launching a range of fully coordinated, high specification built-in appliances - including a first-to-market innovation - at an affordable price. Blanco's festive Jingle Bell Jog
The charity is dedicated to providing care and support for patients, diagnosed with cancer or other life-limiting illnesses, and their families. Not so grim up North as growth continues at NESP
With new design trends and concepts from Europe hitting the UK high street, Daval has seen the British furniture market open up to a new set of interior furniture solutions for the modern homeowner. The New Range Generation: GDHA releases report on Range sector
New national account executive for Wilsonart UK
Fiona's role supports the Account Management team and will be strengthening the collaborative relationship that Wilsonart has with its customers. Fiona will implement and execute projects to reinforce key business relationships. PWS appoint new sales manager for East Midlands area
Prior to this he was with Kohler for six years, selling high-end shower doors, sanitaryware and brassware to independent and national retailers and he was previously working in showroom sales for an East-Midlands' based kitchen and bathroom retailer. Hoover donates laundry appliances to Marina Dalglish Appeal
Hoover donated a DXP410AIW washing machine and DYC710AVBX tumble dryer, to be used by patients and visitors to the centre. IDS launches new 72-page Solutions Guide for decorative surfaces
Designed to help customers browse, compare and choose the right product, the guide is rich with images, technical and product information on the 40+ leading surface material brands that IDS represents and distributes across the UK. The KBzine Archive Search We keep an extensive archive of news stories and product information that have featured in past issues of The KBzine. If you would like to run a search of the The KBzine web site using the search tool below please just go ahead by entering in the name of the person, product or company or any other key words that you are looking for. How to contact us at The KBzine:
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