Appliance Design back issues from December 2005:
Hearing voices.(EDITORIAL)(The Voice of the Customer)(Editorial)
Dec 01, 2005; ... A classic Dilbert cartoon features the pointy-haired boss wondering what the customers want. He is told: "Our customers want better products for free." The response illustrates one potential peril of listening to the customer: discovering unrealistic expectations that yield little ...
Shipments.(Illustration)
Dec 01, 2005 ... <Pre> SHIPMENTS Product Sept. '05Sept. '04 % Chg. MAJORS--TOTAL 7,237,4007,044,200 2.7% CLEANUP--TOTAL1,548,7001,354,70014.3% Compactors 11,700 ...
Forecasts.(Illustration)
Dec 01, 2005 ... <Pre> FORECASTS MAJOR HOME APPLIANCES--Shipments (Thousands of Units) Qtr: 2004 2005 2006 1 20,345.7 18,764.2 19,025.3 2 21,793.4 22,792.6 23,225.0 3 18,542.1 19,286.7 19,821.7 4 18,529.4 ...
Interactive health appliances shine.(NEWS WATCH)
Dec 01, 2005 ... A survey of 9,732 patients using the Health Buddy appliance from Health Hero Network found that 86 percent say they better understand their medical condition and treatment and are better able to manage their chronic health conditions. "The results of this survey show that health ...
DOE rules on efficiency.(NEWS WATCH)(Department of Energy)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... DOE RULES ON EFFICIENCY. The U.S. Department of Energy recently ordered the manufacturers of more than a dozen appliances and products, ranging from traffic signals to commercial ice makers, to create products that use less energy. The comprehensive list of products is comprised of ...
Parker Hannifin.(NEWS WATCH)(Kenmore International)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... PARKER HANNIFIN is acquiring Kenmore International, a leading manufacturer and distributor of components for global refrigeration and air conditioning markets, from Lai Berg Holding, of Norway. The acquisition is expected to close in the coming weeks once final regulatory approval is ...
UWB's pros/cons.(Ultra wideband technology)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... UWB'S PROS/CONS. An emerging wireless technology, ultrawideband, targets consumer electronics and is starting to appear in some products. The company with the biggest stake is UWB's main champion, Freescale Semiconductor. UWB has some advantages over Wi-Fi. It sends data twice as fast as ...
Lithium ion replacement.(NEWS WATCH)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... LITHIUM ION REPLACEMENT. Japan's Canon Inc. recently said it has developed tiny fuel cells that it hopes will begin replacing conventional batteries to power some of its digital cameras and printers in three years ....
Maytag opines.(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... MAYTAG OPINES. Maytag Corp. told its employees in a letter that consumers care more about price and value than where appliances are made, and that manufacturers will continue to move operations to low-cost countries to remain competitive. The letter was written in response to a series of ...
Warner takes both.(NEWS WATCH)(Warner Bros.)(high definition digital video disc formats)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... WARNER TAKES BOTH. Warner Bros. has become the second studio to support both high definition Digital Video Disc formats, a move that could shift the advantage to the Blu-ray format backed by a group led by Sony Corp ....
Marketing machismo changes little.
Dec 01, 2005 ... Despite the increasing attention paid to retail marketing that targets men, this "machismo" approach has yet to have a real impact on buying habits when it comes to housewares, according to the fall issue of Housewares MarketWatch published by the International Housewares Association. ...
S.C. gets Haier R&D.(NEWS WATCH)
Dec 01, 2005 ... S.C. GETS HAIER R&D. Chinese appliance maker Haier will move research and development jobs to Camden, where it has a 200-employee plant that makes ...
Sony Corp.(NEWS WATCH)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... SONY CORP. plans to sell between 2.5 million and 3 million PlayStation Portable handheld video game devices in its first North American holiday season, a Sony Computer Entertainment America official said, noting the company ...
Sharp targets LCD niche.(NEWS WATCH)(liquid-crystal-display shipments)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... SHARP TARGETS LCD NICHE. Sharp Corp. aims to double the value of its liquid-crystal-display shipments during the five years through fiscal 2010 by concentrating on large LCD panels for televisions, a company executive said. The world's top LCD-TV maker by unit sales faces competition from ...
Data made safe.(NEWS WATCH)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... DATA MADE SAFE. This month Dell Inc. will offer an all-inclusive way to help consumers who have accidentally deleted precious photos or lost valuable data because of a hard drive crash. The company will install its "DataSafe" option ...
Change of plans.(NEWS WATCH)(upcoming microprocessors)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... CHANGE OF PLANS. Facing strong competition from rival Advanced Micro Devices Inc., chip-maker Intel Corp. has modified its plans for upcoming server microprocessors, starting in 2007. Intel said it has canceled a Xeon processor that was scheduled to be released in 2007, and will replace it ...
NAFEM award.(NEWS WATCH)(North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... NAFEM AWARD. The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers recognized David G. Hatch, chairman, HATCO Corp., Milwaukee, Wis., with its 2005 President's Award. The presentation took place during The NAFEM Show, Sept. 24, in Anaheim, Calif. The award recognizes a non-elected ...
Humming along.(NEWS WATCH)(ruggedized computers)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... HUMMING ALONG. The idea of brand leveraging has gone a step further with the HUMMER laptop computer, introduced by Itronix Corp., Spokane, Wash., as part of a licensing agreement with General Motors, manufacturer of the HUMMER SUV. The move was a logical decision for Itronix, which has a ...
Doctors commands.(NEWS WATCH)(Hands-Free Interaction at the Hospital)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... DOCTORS COMMANDS. Royal Philips Electronics, The Netherlands, has developed a remote, voice-control technology designed specifically for use in medical equipment. Called Hands-Free Interaction at the Hospital, the technology will allow doctors to keep their hands engaged in whatever ...
Circular kitchen.(NEWS WATCH)(Clever-Compact-Concepts)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... CIRCULAR KITCHEN. Clever-Compact-Concepts, Nelson, New Zealand, has downsized the kitchen into a compact, self-contained circular unit designed for small spaces in apartments, offices, or vacation homes. Appliance-wise, the Circular Kitchen contains a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave ...
Drum roll.(NEWS WATCH)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... DRUM ROLL. A German organization called The Innovation Foundation presented its prestigious "Egg of Columbus" award for innovation to Miele for its Honeycomb washer drum found in Miele's Touchtronic laundry systems. The drum features a sculptured ...
Battery life important.(NEWS WATCH)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... BATTERY LIFE IMPORTANT. Mobile phone users rate battery life over sophisticated built-in cameras and video recorders, according to a new study. Topping the wish list of key mobile device features in 14 of the 15 countries surveyed is "two days of battery life during active use," indicating ...
Korean presence.(NEWS WATCH)(new products)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... KOREAN PRESENCE. Global home appliance giant Whirlpool recently introduced a new high-end refrigerator in South Korea in an attempt to boost its presence in the Korean market. A 725 ...
TurboChef acquires.(NEWS WATCH)(TurboChef Technologies Inc.)(Global Appliance Technologies)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... TURBOCHEF ACQUIRES. TurboChef Technologies' recently bought Global Appliance Technologies patent and technology assets for $5 million in cash and 60,838 shares of common stock. TurboChef also will ...
Greenshift Corp.(Ovations water purifying appliance )(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2005 ... GREENSHIFT CORP. displayed its Ovations water purifying appliance at the ValueRich Small Cap Conference & Exposition, held in September, 2005 at the Jacob Javits Center in New York. The appliance ...
3M touch systems.(new PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... The large format 32-in. MicroTouch ClearTek II touch screen is an expansion of the ClearTek capacitive touch screen product line, a series of large format touch solutions, ranging from 24-in. to 32-in ....
Allegro MicroSystems.(new PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... A1242, a new chopper-stabilized latch, is suited for use in motor-speed and direction-sensing applications, as well as in other applications where the sensor is located far from the ECU. This sensor requires one less wire in the wiring harness than the comparable three-wire, Hall-effect ...
AMETEK national controls.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... The Model TNC-C3650-010 12-channel OEM electronic fryer computer was designed to achieve precise cooking results. The fryer computer allows multiple products to cook simultaneously, and incorporates algorithms that automatically alter cooking times ...
Bristol compressors.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... Benchmark is a line of compressors designed to maximize performance across residential and light-commercial applications. The most recent innovations in the line include a significant reduction in sound levels in 1.5-ton to 3.5-ton applications. The company has developed separate ...
CI displays.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... Three types of sunlight-readable solutions, including traditional passive backlight options, transflective displays that reflect ambient light out of the display, and a hybrid solution comprised of transflective and passive enhancements; are appropriate ...
Continental fan.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... In-line duct fan is an air moving solution for commercial and residential applications where powerful, yet quiet air delivery, is required. With an optional solid-state speed controller, it can ...
Danfoss.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... A new series of GBC ball valves have a slim-line design made strong and light through laser welding, and offer full bi-directional flow with minimum pressure drop. A valve seat formed from Teflon ensures maximum tightness in the dosed ...
Felton brush.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... The flexible DesignFlex brush was designed to reduce application cost and weight. It uses synthetic materials, eliminating the metal typically needed. Its flexibility, weight and chemical resistance provide engineers greater versatility when designing products. As ...
Freescale semiconductor.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... The MEMS-based MMA7260Q three-axis, low-gravity sensor was designed specifically for the fast-growing portable consumer electronics market. The sensor measures small forces resulting from fall, tilt, motion, positioning, shock or vibration to provide protection for shock-sensitive ...
Kingbright.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... The 0.4-in character height SMD LED Display is available in alphanumeric and single-digit APSA series with various color selections such as blue (470nm), green (525nm), yellow (589nm) and red (630nm). With a thickness as low as 0.148 in., the ...
MACtac.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... By replacing mechanical fasteners and liquid adhesives with pressure sensitive adhesive tapes, appliance manufacturers and design engineers are reducing sound and vibrations, bonding to new low surface energy substrates, ...
Microchip technology.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... The PIC24, a series of 16-bit PIC micro-controllers, includes 22 general-purpose devices with up to 40 MIPS performance, 16 KB of RAM, 256 KB of Flash program memory and up to 100-pin packages. It maintains ...
NewAge industries.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... Silicone tubing and reinforced hose in multiple specialized grades are suitable for applications such as medical devices, pharmaceutical product transfer, beverage and food service, vending, deionized water ...
Optek.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... A packaged optical proximity sensor capable of detecting the presence or absence of objects ranging in size from 0.04 in. (1mm) to 24 in. (610mm), the OPB720 Series' ...
STMicroelectronics.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... ARM-based microcontrollers, the STR730F series, is designed to address the emerging demand for 32-bit microcontrollers for industrial applications such as factory automation, appliances, test and ...
Sunon.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... The Smart Fan concept offers internal methods to control fan speeds according to ambient temperatures. Benefits to users are realized when fan operation is thermally controlled to meet cooling needs, in place of a continuous operation cooling ...
Omron.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... The D2SW-P sealed, subminiature snap-action switch exceeds the sealing requirements of IEC standard IP67, yet is significantly lower in cost than competitive switches. The switch is available in two ratings: 2 A at 250 VAC for power switching, and a logic switching version that is rated as ...
CIT.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... The WJ105E/J105E series relay is a compact, light-weight relay designed for use in appliances and HVAC equipment. The relay is offered with SPST NO or SPDT contact arrangements, several different amperage ratings, and numerous choices in coil voltages ranging from 3 VDC to 48 VDC. The ...
Panasonic.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... High-capacity PhotoMos relay features high continuous load current of 0.5 A with a low resistance of 1 ohm. The relay is ideal for power supplies, test and measurement equipment, communications, security systems, and other applications ...
Alps.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... The SSCN series is a waterproof, two-way, detection-type switch with a wide on-stroke angle. The switch provides high contact reliability under severe environmental conditions that include moisture and dust. The switches are typically used as sensors that detect the position of doors, ...
Sharp microelectronics.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... The S08 family of high-speed photocouplers includes single-channel models of 1 Mbit/s, 15 Mbit/s, and 25 Mbit/s. The 10 Mbit/s devices are available in both single-channel and double-channel models. The photocouplers ...
American Zettler.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... The AZ9481F series relay is designed for applications where mechanical headroom is at a premium. With a seated height of less than 0.55 in., the relay will fit where many others will not. Features include 16 A, 4,000 VA rating, a dielectric strength from contact to coil of 2,500 Vrms and a ...
Littelfuse.(NEW PRODUCTS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... Lead-free fuses are designed to withstand the higher temperatures associated with lead-free wave soldering. The new fuses help manufacturers comply with lead-free initiatives, such as European RoHS regulations. The ...
2006 appliance industry events & meetings.(Calendar)
Dec 01, 2005 ... JANUARY International CES Jan. 5-8, Las Vegas, Nev. Contact: 866/233-7968 Website: www.cesweb.org International Builders Show Jan. 11-14, Orlando, Fla. Contact: 202/266-8111 or 800/368-5242, ext. 8111 ...
Directory of appliance industry associations.(Directory)
Dec 01, 2005 ... U.S., CANADA, MEXICO Adhesive and Sealant Council, Inc. (ASC) 7970 Old Georgetown Rd., Ste. 500 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 986-9700 Fax: (301) 986-9795 www.ascouncil.org Air & Waste Management Association (AWMA) ...
Product locator.(ABRASIVES--FABRICATED EXTRUSIONS)
Dec 01, 2005 ... This section will tell you the names of companies that manufacture the product listed. Many categories have subdivisions. Names, addresses and telephone numbers of these companies are listed in the Supplier Locator. ABRASIVES Hi-Tech Fasteners, Inc. Saint ...
Product locator.(FANS--PROTECTORS, THREADED)
Dec 01, 2005 ... FANS Airmaster Fan Co. Axial Air-Drive, Inc. Bearing Engineers China Motors and Components, Inc. Daltec Industries Ltd. ebm-papst Inc. Electromecanicas MC S.A. Emerson Appliance ...
Product locator.(PROTOTYPING EQUIPMENT--ZINC)(Directory)
Dec 01, 2005 ... PROTOTYPING EQUIPMENT Aclai Design Ltd. Art to Part, Inc. ATS Automation Tooling Systems, Automation Systems Division Norman N. Axelrod Associates, Optical/Laser/Vision Sensing & Control Devel. Div. Bimetec GmbH & Co. KG ...
Supplier locator.(Directory)
Dec 01, 2005 ... In this section you will find names, addresses and telephone numbers of the suppliers of the products listed in the Product Locator that follows this section. Detailed listings indicate advertisers in this issue. To obtain information about their products, enter the appropriate number on ...
Conductive.(DESIGN MART)
Dec 01, 2005 ... Conductive, a Tier 1 supplier of Appliance and Medical Grade Power cords, specializes in power cord lines aimed at resolving power cord issues in tough, high flex applications, As a value driven, vertically integrated manufacture, Conductive supplies customers with cabling solutions and ...
Marking Specialists Group.(DESIGN MART)
Dec 01, 2005 ... New revolutionary, patented emblem technology introduced. Marking Specialists group a leader in the product identification industry with 30 years experience as a manufacturer of high-quality, high-end emblems and nameplates used in the automotive, appliance and consumer goods marketplace ...
Hunstman Advanced Meterial LLC.(DESIGN MART)
Dec 01, 2005 ... To support the fast, reliable and aesthetically attractive assembly of appliance components, Huntsman Advanced Materials manufactures a family of high-performance epoxy, methacrylate and polyurethane adhesives, The adhesive products are well suited for bonding the metals, plastics, rubbers ...
Quest Electronics Pte Ltd.(DESIGN MART)
Dec 01, 2005 ... Garware Polyester film can be used as a layer of insulator for electric fan motors, compressors, motors, transformers, electrical and electronics appliances, The PET films are UL approved and comply with Rolls regulations. Enter 401 Quest ...
North American Die Casting Association.(DESIGN MART)
Dec 01, 2005 ... Uncover the Hidden Costs of Offshore Die Castings, It's tempting to source die castings from off-shore producers ... But is it a good idea? This guidebook from the North American Die Casting Association relates real-life experiences from OEMs and includes a 14-point checklist that can ...
Appliances play role in energy savings strategy.(Energy Star)
Dec 01, 2005; ... There has been a lot of discussion about the increased costs of gasoline and projected price spikes in home heating fuel during the 2005-06 heating season. Many useful consumer tips have been offered such as turning down the thermostat, caulking, adding more insulation, and running the ...