Retail Observer

RETAILOBSERVER.COM APRIL 2024 20 U-Line invited visitors at KBIS to visit the Middleby Residential booth to preview these exciting new craft clear ice machines. The company provided demonstrations that showcased the features that make these machines stand out in the market. Please visit www.u-line.com for more information about U-Line and its innovative products. ELICA LAUNCHES CIELO: THE ULTIMATE BLEND OF STYLE AND PERFORMANCE IN CEILING RANGE HOODS Elica, the leading brand in ventilation innovation, unveiled Cielo, a new addition to their ceiling hood lineup. Designed with modern open-space kitchens in mind, the Cielo will never obstruct your view, or the clean lines of your home. Open kitchen design is making an important comeback, according to Houzz 2024 U.S. Kitchen Trends Study, with more than 2 in 5 home- owners who opt to design or remodel giving priority to more open interior spaces. As consumers increasingly seek appliances that seam- lessly blend with their home's style, Cielo stands out with its sleek design, offering a perfect alignment with contemporary kitchen aesthetics. Cielo joins Elica's renowned ceiling hood models, including the Illusion and the Hilight, enabling homeowners to enjoy improved functionality and enhanced entertainment capabilities in their kitchen layouts. Available in 40" and 60" widths, Cielo offers a sleek, panel-ready solution that adds a touch of personalization to your culinary space. Its premium construction from high-end materials guarantees durability while providing a seamless, custom look that enhances the overall aesthetics of your kitchen. Enhancing the lighting experience, this range hood boasts premium Strip LED lighting with a Tune Light feature that allows you to control the temperature and dimmability of the lighting to create the perfect ambiance in your kitchen. Cielo features a flushed installation on the ceiling, offering discreet integration that complements any interior design. With multiple blower options available separately (600 or 1200 CFM), including internal, external, and in-line choices, Cielo provides unmatched flexibility to suit your kitchen layout and ventilation needs. The 5-way multi-direction exhaust vent, coupled with ducted or recirculating options, ensures optimal performance and efficiency. Cielo is now available for purchase, offering homeowners an unparalleled solution to enhance their kitchen aesthetics and functionality. Visit www.elica.com/US-en/range-hoods/ceiling/cielo for more information. GE APPLIANCES & TANTALUS SYSTEMS PARTNER TO PROVIDE ENERGY DEMAND MANAGEMENT The GE Appliances EcoBalance System will work with Tantalus' TRUSense Gateway ™ to reduce peak energy usage of home appliances, HVAC, and water heaters GE Appliances, a Haier company, and Tantalus Systems (TSX:GRID) announced a partnership that will revolutionize the way home appliances, HVAC systems, and water heaters use real-time data to manage energy delivery and consumption. The industry-first GE Appliances EcoBalance System in partnership with Savant will integrate with Tantalus' TRUSense Gateway to cycle individual home appliances, including air and water heating products, to support grid modernization initiatives. GE Appliances EcoBalance System in partnership with Savant provides market-leading capabilities allowing consumers to control energy management of their home appliances, HVAC systems, and water heaters. Tantalus' TRUSense Gateway is installed between existing meters and meter sockets, eliminating the costly and labor- intensive process of replacing all the meters in a utility service area. "We helped electrify America, and with our portfolio of innovative smart products and the technology of Tantalus, we can use our shared capabilities to help save consumers money and help save the country's electrical grid," said Kevin Nolan, president and CEO of GE Appliances. "GE Appliances products are currently in half of all U.S. homes, and we have an install base of 26 million connectable appliances – so we have the capacity to work with demand management systems to make a significant impact on saving electricity." I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ]

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