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RETAILOBSERVER.COM MAY 2017 28 The intelligent power control feature automatically adjusts the level of suction power, optimizing cleaning functions according to surface type. For instance, when it moves from a hardwood floor onto a carpet or rug, the motor adjusts suction power to the surface for optimal performance. And like so many of Samsung's home appliances, the POWERbot™ VR7000 is IoT-ready, and fully controllable remotely by app. From a smartphone or other mobile device, users can start or stop the machine, schedule cleaning times, and check the cleaning history. In addition, POWERbot™ VR7000 is compatible with Amazon Echo so consumers can control it using voice commands . "The POWERbot™ VR7000 keeps up with the floor care needs of today's busy families," said Byung-Sam Seo, president of home appliances at Samsung Electronics. "Just set it and watch it go to work. The POWERbot™ VR7000's navigational features and sensors combined with slim design and increased suction power help make sure the job gets done." Please visit the Samsung Newsroom at www.news.samsung.com for the latest news. 1 Compared with Samsung POWERbot™ VR9000 series SMART, SILENT TYPE: FRIEDRICH'S KÜHL LINE RAISES IQ OF ROOM AIR CONDITIONERS Kühl headlines a wide variety of Friedrich innovative air conditioning solutions featured at 2017 International Home and Housewares Show For Friedrich, a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of air conditioners and other home environment products, true engineering beauty lies in what homeowners may not be able to see or hear. That's the inspiration behind Friedrich's complete line of Kühl room air conditioners highlighted at the 2017 International Home and Housewares Show in Chicago. Friedrich is the only U.S.-based manufacturer to offer an entire line of room air conditioners with smart grid connectivity capability on the backend. The unit's ThinkEco smartAC platform makes it possible for utilities to connect, monitor and control these units during times of high energy use and strain on the power grid. That's important, as more utilities such as Con Edison in New York, are offering smart air conditioning programs that give their customers incentives for enrolling. With FriedrichLink™ Wi-Fi connectivity, homeowners also can remotely control their units via their computers and smart phones to set their comfort level from anywhere, anytime. Friedrich Kühl not only offers brains, but beauty too, which in this case lies in the ears of beholders. Kühl is one of the quietest room A/C solutions on the market. Extra thick rubber grommets absorb vibration and reduce noise, while steel inner walls and extra dense insulation block outdoor sounds. The company has taken painstaking measures to ensure every moving part has been braced and insulated. Kühl's unique air path is more streamlined, drawing air away from moving parts and allowing for smoother airflow, delivering maximum conditioned air quality. Known for product design innovation, Friedrich has a state-of- the-art lab at its San Antonio, TX headquarters where the company's technicians continually innovate, advance and rigorously test the latest product design and sound reduction capabilities. According to Friedrich experts, it's that investment and attention to detail that has helped the company set industry standards for performance and innovation. "Choosing the right A/C unit can have a significant impact on a homeowner's daily life," said TJ Wheeler, Friedrich VP of marketing and product management. "The ability to consistently regulate temperature, energy use and money savings through innovative smart technology is essential, but we also pay special attention to things like noise control and improving indoor air quality, which can impact overall comfort and even sleep." Friedrich's largest Kühl unit can produce up to 36,000 BTUs, and ENERGY STAR ® qualified models are available in a variety of different sizes, starting at 6,000 BTUs. The Kühl series has cooling-only models and models with heat (heat pump or electric heat) in a full range of capacities so they can operate as year- round central-like systems. Friedrich Kühl units are available through authorized dealers and retailers throughout the nation. Please visit www.friedrich.com for more information. I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ] RO