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1st June 2018
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International News
Products Sleek, neat and truly handle free: Benchmarx Kitchens unveils nine True handleless kitchens
Zypho shower heat recovery device improves energy efficiency
Customised Keller kitchen creates perfect contemporary look
Saniflo launches customer friendly configurator
Wilsonart launches Zenith Revolution
Salice provides the ideal ingredients for Mereway Kitchens
Italian brand Steel adds sleek new colour way to Ascot collection
New quartz surfaces are the perfect match for Summer colours in the kitchen
USB charging ports are the new must-have, says HiB
New bedroom range from Trend Interiors
New mirror effect finish to sliding wardrobes from Trend
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This Week's News
A strong future for AKW following buyout
Nick, who previously worked for AKW until 2011, has many years of experience managing businesses and he brings with him a wealth of industry and core customer links within the reduced mobility sector. UK inclusive bathroom and kitchen products market sees 4% growth
Growth is thought to have been stimulated by a higher level of housing completions, which supported demand for inclusive bathroom & kitchen products at this time. The outlook for the market in 2018 looks moderately positive with good growth anticipated into the medium-longer term. Brassware trends are on tap with new Abode Additions
Design flair is evident throughout the new collection, which includes Loop, a contemporary brassware solution featuring an on-trend single lever and elegant tapered spout, giving high-end appeal at a competitive price point. Soapbox: Government must be realistic about skills of construction T Level students
"The Government must be realistic about the capabilities and work-readiness of students who have completed construction T Levels. Man of steel becomes LDL's new business development manager
BMA announces Iain Duncan Smith as keynote speaker for 2018 Conference
Iain was first elected to Parliament in 1992 and has held various posts, most notably leader of the Conservative Party from 2001 until 2003. He is currently the Member of Parliament for Chingford and Woodford Green. Competition deadline extended to 8th June 2018
Zenith is made from solid laminate and features a unique black core. The tops are just 12.5mm thick, giving a sleek, slimline look that adds a touch of distinctive flair to any kitchen. The material comes in 11 designs inspired by natural stone and timber. British Ceramic Tile supports the Air Ambulance Trust
Through a series of internal fundraising events and activities, the company has raised over £1300 for the charity splitting the funds between the two areas. Alongside monetary donations, British Ceramic Tile has also donated a standout project produced by Lego artist, Dave Hughes. Tankless intelligent toilet debuts at New York's International Contemporary Furniture Fair
Each intelligent toilet is designed to make life more comfortable with smart and personalised cleansing technologies free of the unnecessary bulkiness and lackluster design of traditional toilets. Use water wisely or be prepared for severe consequences, warns BMA
"Over 60% of water used in the domestic environment is associated with the bathroom and although toilet flush has significantly reduced over the last 50 years from 13 litres and more, to less than 4/2.6 litres dual flush, due to innovation and technology, consumers must be encouraged to change their behaviour and replace old water guzzling products with the latest more efficient products. British Ceramic Tile brings great British design to Spain with the Laura Ashley collection
Franke launches a new brochure dedicated to its extensive designer hood portfolio
The 31-strong collection in the brochure includes Franke's integrated hob extractors, ceiling, under cabinet, island, wall mounted and downdraft models in a range of colours, materials and installation options to suit any kitchen layout. Robert takes on new quality engineer role
Robert joins the company from Esterform Packaging, the UK's largest independent convert of PET (Polyethylene terephthalate), where he worked for 21 years in a similar quality management role. 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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