Air Conditioners

US HVAC Equipment Demand to Reach $16.8 Billion in 2011

Demand in the US for heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment is forecast to increase 3.2 percent per year to $16.8 billion in 2011. Advances will be primarily driven by strong gains in new nonresidential construction, along with ongoing growth in the residential replacement market. Although gains will be restrained by declines in new single unit housing completions between 2006 and 2011, nearly three-quarters of HVAC demand is attributable to replacements. These and other trends, including company profiles and market share are presented in “HVAC Equipment,” a new study from The Freedonia Group, Inc., a Cleveland-based industry market research firm.

In 2006, heat pumps surpassed warm air furnaces to account for the largest share of heating equipment demand and will account for 47 percent in 2011. Heat pumps are expected to post the strongest gains through 2011. Heat pump demand benefits from the ability of these units to provide efficient heating and cooling in moderate climates and to serve as a low cost supplementary heat source in colder climates. While warm air furnaces will continue to account for the second largest share of heating equipment sales through 2011, this segment is expected to lose market share over the period. Sales will be supported by their relatively low initial cost.

Unitary air conditioners will remain the largest segment in the cooling equipment industry, accounting for more than 70 percent of total demand in 2011. Absorptive liquid chilling systems are expected to post the strongest gains through 2011 as industrial and commercial construction rebounds over the forecast period. Packaged terminal air conditioner sales will achieve above average gains because of a rebound in lodging construction expenditures. Room air conditioners will also post above average sales as quieter and more efficient units become available.

Appliances

World Household Cooking Appliances Market to Reach 182.1 Million Units by 2012

According to a new report issued by Global Industry Analyst, the world household cooking appliances market is projected to reach 182.1 million units by the year 2012.

Due to a rise in residential construction, kitchen remodeling & refurbishment activities are expected to drive growth in the global market. Developing countries are forecast to offer opportunities on a platter, given the strong economic growth, and proportionate rise in consumer purchasing power in these countries.

Appliances

New Electrolux Line Coming to North Hollywood!

Electrolux Premium Appliances have been used in fine European homes for over 70 years. Now Electrolux is bringing that same level of uncompromising quality to the United States.

This is the first time a manufacturer launched an entire new line of kitchen appliances at one time!

The Electrolux line has features many don’t:

Ovens and ranges feature glide-out racks with a unique ball-bearing system that extend effortlessly, making it simple to remove scolding pots and pans.

Electrolux ovens, stoves and refrigerators offer two control-panel options: The IQ-Touch control, which lets you see your cooking options all times, or the Wave-Touch control option, which activates the panel with a single touch. Cool, don’t you think?

With all said, I think Electrolux will take the United States by storm! They’ve already had great success with their Frigidaire brand of appliances and the Electrolux Icon line (launched a few years back).

With all of their innovative features, from their spacious ovens to their electric induction cooktops, and convenient up-front controls on free-standing ranges, Electrolux will be a refreshing change to the appliance industry combining excellent products with great price-points. Oh, I almost forgot to mention their luxury line of refrigerators, standard or counter-depth (with the most shelf-space of any cabinet-depth on the market by the way!), with ramp-up lighting and elevator shelves to boot! Electrolux appliances are here and they’re here to stay!

You can see them on display at Feder’s Distributors, in North Hollywood, California!

Window & Wall Air Conditioners w/ Heat

Exclusive UnionAire 9,000 BTU 115V Heat Pump

Feder’s Distributors proudly introduces the exclusive distributorship of UnionAire’s 9,000 BTU, 115 volt heat pump in Southern California.

UnionAire is a full service heating and air conditioning company that was established in 1985.

Unionaire currently manufactures approximately 2 million air conditioner units per year and exports to more than 70 countries worldwide.

The company is committed to professional, affordable and personal service.

Appliances

Whirlpool Files Patent Infringement Action against LG with International Trade Commission

Whirlpool Corp. filed a patent infringement action against LG Electronics, Inc., of South Korea, and its U.S. and Mexican affiliates.

The action, filed with the ITC in Washington, DC, states that several LG-manufactured refrigerator products imported into the U.S. infringe on five Whirlpool patents. Whirlpool is asking the ITC to issue an order to stop LG from selling and importing products into the U.S. that infringe on its patents. Whirlpool believes that such an order would affect the majority of the refrigerators sold in the U.S. by LG.

The patents protect proprietary technologies associated with the fastest growing segments in refrigeration — French Door Bottom Mount, Bottom (freezer) Mount, and select Side-by-side refrigerators — Whirlpool products that deliver innovative features consumers want:

  • Reliable external ice and water dispensing through the door
  • Freezer drawer support structure that allows easy organization and compartment access

“Whirlpool invests heavily in developing innovative technologies for all of our businesses — including refrigeration — that help differentiate our products and bring meaningful benefits to consumers,” said Phil Pejovich, vice president, Refrigeration, Whirlpool North America Region (NAR). “To protect these investments, we will vigorously defend our valuable assets from competitors who disregard U.S. law.”

Air Conditioners

Increase in U.S. A/C, Heat Pump Shipments for November 2007

from APPLIANCE Magazine :: Breaking News

Combined U.S. factory shipments of central air-conditioners and air-source heat pumps for November 2007 totaled 349,801, a 4% jump compared with November 2006 totals, according to the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI).

Year-to-date combined U.S. factory shipments totaled 6 million, down 9% from the same period last year. Heat pump shipments for November totaled 121,865, up 7% compared with November 2006 shipments. Year-to-date heat pump shipments totaled 1.8 million, down 10% from the same period last year.

Washers & Dryers

Frigidaire Affinity Washer and Dryer Pair Receives NSF International Certification for Sanitization


Frigidaire announced that its Affiinty Washer and Dryer pair received the NSF International certification for sanitization, which kill 99.9% of bacteria commonly found on laundry.

The internal heater of the NSF-certified 7000 and 8000 series washers raises water temperature during the cycle, while the stainless steel dryer heats air and clothing, both reaching temperatures high enough that 99.9% of bacteria commonly found on laundry are killed. Plus, the stainless steel interior prevents bacteria transfer load to load.

NSF International, The Public Health and Safety Company, is a not-for-profit, non-governmental organization, and is a world leader in standards development, product certification, education, and risk-management for public health and safety. With engineers, chemists, toxicologists, and environmental health professionals on staff, The NSF Mark is a leading indicator for sanitization.

The Frigidaire 6700 series dryer is also NSF certified. After running any wash cycle, the dryers will sanitize clothing when the following cycle combinations are selected: 90 minute timed dry with High/Max Heat, Towels with Max Heat, or Heavy Duty with Max Heat.

Appliances, Uncategorized

Magic Chef Product Now Transitioning To Whirlpool Estate


Dear Valued Customer:

In an effort to continually provide you with the best products at the best prices, we wanted to inform you that Whirlpool Corporation has decided to discontinue the Magic Chef brand and transition it to their Estate line of kitchen appliances.

We believe you will find that the new Estate product line offers you a compelling value. Like the Magic Chef Product line, the Estate models provide a full line of highly competitive laundry, cooking, refrigeration, and dishwasher products.

Whirlpool has assured us that we will continue to get the best pricing possible on all of their product lines (including Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Jenn Air, and Estate) in order for us to continue to satisfy our customers.

To remind you, we only sell to builders, contractors, multi-family owners, and management companies and not to the general public in order to continue to secure the best pricing possible from all of our manufacturers. We buy as a “Builder Distributor” and not a “Retailer” so we are able to pass these savings on to you!

Since we were informed of this during the past few months, Feder’s has purchased enough Magic Chef product to fulfill orders through the end of this year. But once they are out of stock, we will transition to the Estate line.

In addition to the Estate line, we will continue to carry the full catalogue of Frigidaire, Bosch, Jenn Air, Maytag, Brown, General Electric, Premier, Sunbeam, Amana, Broan, Danby, LG, Electrolux, and Whirlpool products year-round.

Our top priority remains Simple: To ensure that your purchasing process remains simple by providing unmatched sales assistance and service from the planning stages of new projects to existing building replacement needs, by using the highest-quality products at the most competitive pricing.

We truly appreciate your business and continued support. In the meantime, should you have any additional questions, please contact us at anytime.

Sincerely

Marcus H. Feder

Vice President, Operations

Feder’s Distributors, a Division of A. & A. Feder’s, Inc.

Wall Ovens

General Electric Recalls Microwave Combo Wall Ovens Due to Fire Hazard

5 December 2007

WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. (To access color photos of the following recalled products, see CPSC’s Web site at http://www.cpsc.gov.)

Name of Product: Built-in Combination Wall and Microwave Ovens

Units: About 92,000

Manufacturer: GE Consumer & Industrial, of Louisville, Ky.

Hazard: The door switch in the microwave oven can overheat and ignite plastic components in the control area, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The lower thermal oven does not pose a hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: GE is aware of 35 incidents of minor property damage and one incident in which a fire damaged adjacent kitchen cabinets. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recall includes GE combination microwave and conventional built-in wall ovens sold under the following brand names: GE, GE Profile™ and Kenmore. The ovens were sold in white, black, bisque and stainless steel. The brand name is printed on the lower left corner on the front of the microwave door.