Retail Observer

JULY 2014 RETAILOBSERVER.COM 49 designed holders for dishes and glasses ensure that they are treated gently while being washed cleaner and dried more effectively than ever before. More effective sound insulation and even quieter motors ensure that noise levels can be reduced even further, and some appliances can be opened simply by tapping the front panel. Induction is now an effective and reliable source of heat in ovens. A special induction unit with integrated heating coils converts the energy for baking and roasting. Another new development that increases the number of ways of preparing food involves steaming in a vacuum, whereby the food is vacuum-sealed in plastic bags and cooked gently at low temperatures. Some ovens can add moisture to the food while it is being cooked. This is an even more effective way of retaining not only the flavor but also the vitamins and nutrients. The very latest ovens can prepare several dishes simultaneously on three different levels, but without allowing the aromas to combine. Manufacturers are now offering ovens with a 30 percent increase in the interior volume. The new types of coated surfaces can be cleaned with fresh water or steam, without requiring the application of any cleaning agent or excessive heat. With each new generation of appliances the noise levels are being reduced. If only small amounts of food are being prepared that do not occupy the entire cooking space, special dividers enable either the upper or lower area to be used, thereby achieving significant energy savings. Shorter heating-up times also help to improve energy efficiency. In addition to numerous automated baking, roasting and cooking programs, sensors are now available to register the weight of a roast, for example, as well as databases for optimizing the oven settings, thereby ensuring perfect results every time. Ovens can now store details about one's favorite recipes too. Sensors monitor the temperature ranges of the hobs to prevent the cooking oil from overheating and minimizing the fire risk from self-ignition. A safe and effective supply of heat through induction is becoming an increasingly important feature. Kitchen hoods are now design objects in their own right and no longer need to be installed in the traditional way above the hobs or on a wall. The latest models can be retracted inside a kitchen cupboard and, if required, can emerge from a work surface to powerfully extract any cooking odors or vapors. Quiet, highly effective motors with a long working life are now available for this range of products, offering significantly improved energy efficiency. IFA in Berlin, the global trade show for consumer electronics and home appliances, presents the latest products and innovations in the heart of Europe's most important regional market. Only IFA offers such a comprehensive overview of the international market and attracts the attention of trade visitors each year from more than 100 countries. IFA is the main meeting place for key retailers, buyers, and experts from the industry and the media. Don't miss the opportunity to explore emerging trends and celebrate the premieres of new technologies and products. 1,500 exhibitors displayed their vast range of products and innovations on rented display areas covering 145,000 m². Overall, around 240,000 visitors attended IFA 2013. IFA takes place September 5-10, 2014 in Berlin Germany. For more information, visit www.b2b.ifa-berlin.com/en. RO IFA in Berlin the world's leading retail show for consumer electronics and home appliances. O cial partner of: THE FUTURE since 1924 ifa-berlin.com The global innovations show. IFA-Contact: Messe Berlin North America Tel. +1.540 372-3777 · berlin@exhibitpro.com

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