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RETAILOBSERVER.COM APRIL 2018 24 The NXP smart defrost reference design consists of a compact RF energy controller module incorporating NXP components, a smart tuning unit (STU), electrodes, a shielded cavity, and a reference power supply unit (PSU). The reference design will be made available to appliance OEM customers through a license from NXP or through purchase of sub-system assemblies from NXP's assembly partners. AVAILABILITY NXP's smart defrost reference design will be available on a limited basis in the first quarter 2018 and expected to be generally available in the second quarter 2018. The smart defrost reference design was showcased in a countertop appliance form factor at CES 2018 in NXP's tent in the central plaza. For more information, please contact Jacey Zuniga Tel: +1 512-895-7398 or email: jacey.zuniga@nxp.com DACOR REVEALS WORLD'S FIRST LUXURY PORCELAIN 30" REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER COLUMN BUILT-INS AT KITCHEN BATH & INDUSTRY SHOW 2018 Luxurious design raises food preservation standards with porcelain interior walls, door liners and drawer fronts Dacor unveiled Project Blanc ™ – 30" porcelain refrigerator and freezer columns – at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS). As the world's first 30" porcelain built-in solution, the all-new refrigerator and freezer column duo reinforces Dacor's legacy of TechCraft by combining radical food preservation innovations with unmatched craftsmanship. The immaculate porcelain cavity of the columns – which elevates purity and durability benchmarks – is fully illuminated by 3DLighting ™ Plus and complemented by a variety of cutting-edge technologies. The Project Blanc 30" porcelain refrigerator and freezer columns are the most sophisticated food preservation tools for luxury consumers. Due to a higher heat capacity than common cooling materials, porcelain minimizes temperature fluctuation. Interior porcelain walls, door liners and drawer fronts ensure temperature consistency, allowing food to retain original textures and flavors longer. An integrated FreshZone ™ drawer features adjustable temperature settings and has the capacity to accommodate fish, meat, chilled drinks and more. At the core of the columns, a dedicated digital inverter compressor powers an ENERGY STAR-qualified cooling system which helps maintain high refrigerator humidity levels or dry freezer conditions. "With category-reshaping food preservation benefits, porcelain truly pushes the limits of freshness for luxury consumers," said Michael Magnani, director product marketing, refrigeration, Dacor. "Not only is the strikingly premium material the ideal solution for maintaining temperature consistency and preserving an ultra- hygienic food environment, but porcelain also offers a sleek and durable interior design aesthetic that beautifully complements today's luxury kitchens." The premium white porcelain interior walls, door liners and drawer fronts not only offer stunningly exquisite aesthetics, but also establish superior hygienic standards. The ultra-low porous surface prevents contamination, while eliminating odor transfer and discoloration from spills. Durability is also a substantial benefit of porcelain. Crafted from the finest raw minerals, the porcelain interior is glazed with aramid, a highly durable synthetic fiber used in the aerospace industry. The glazing process allows Dacor's porcelain to become five times stronger than plastic, yielding unparalleled scratch resistance for a continuously new look over time. The panel-ready unit accommodates custom wood paneling, or silver or graphite stainless steel panel kits to complement Dacor products in the Modernist or Heritage collections. Full-height doors I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ]

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