Retail Observer

RETAILOBSERVER.COM DECEMBER 2017 20 THE NEXT CENTURY OF PERLICK Perlick's new line of luxury appliances builds upon the company's success in undercounter refrigeration with the introduction of 84" tall column refrigerators, freezers and wine reserves, and establishes Perlick as a key player in the cooking appliance category with exclusively engineered ranges and cooktops. "We are thrilled to introduce this new line to the public after several years spent perfecting each and every aspect of its form and function," said Tim Ebner, vice president of marketing and business development for Perlick. "Our customers demand both beauty and performance—and that's exactly what they'll get with Perlick's new collection of home appliances." Even before the official launch, the industry is buzzing: Perlick's new Column Wine Reserve was selected as a 2017 AD Great Design Award winner by Architectural Digest in October 2017, among a limited number of new products recognized by the publication for truly best-in-class design. DELICIOUS IS IN THE DETAILS Each appliance in Perlick's new line offers unmatched, industry- exclusive features, catering to the most discerning tastes. The new refrigeration units expertly balance the company's history of professional-grade performance with the desire to highlight the beauty of fresh food and fine wine. Perlick's exclusive refrigeration system is based on precision temperature control and proven preservation technology to offer the ultimate restaurant chef experience at home. The collection features a stunning mix of stainless steel finishes and custom LED theatre lighting to showcase food and drink at its finest. Since its inception, Perlick has developed its products for maximum performance, using the highest quality materials and incorporating cutting-edge technologies. Now the company brings that expertise to a new category with its innovative line of cooking appliances. Exclusively engineered, Perlick's line of ranges and cooktops— available in multiple sizes—will offer the highest BTU burner in the industry and unprecedented heat range on every burner, allowing for precise, versatile temperature control. Designed by the industry's leading experts on technology at Perlick's West Coast Innovation Center, the company's new line of cooking appliances are poised to change the way authentic home cooks expertly prepare and serve their favorite foods in the comfort of their own kitchens. FROM FROZEN TO FIRED UP: SEE IT FIRST To get the first look at Perlick's new full-size appliance collection and learn about each unit's industry-exclusive features, come by Perlick's KBIS 2018 booth (W247). Visit perlick.com/residential to learn more. FISHER & PAYKEL APPLIANCES LAUNCHES NEW 24" COMPACT LAUNDRY The 24" compact laundry is debuted in two washing machines (FL600 - FabricSmart with Steam washing machine and FL600 WashSmart washing machine) and one dryer, (FL600 - condenser dryer). The FabricSmart™ Front Loader is our ultimate washer for fabric care with options for quick washes. With a generous capacity and outstanding water and energy efficiency, this premium washer is fully featured with thirteen cycles offering an added time saver option for fast washes. With all the clothes care benefits of a front loader, the FabricSmart™ washer has special Sports and Woolmark-approved wool wash programs and SmartDrive™ technology for a quicker, quieter wash. The new steam function is a 20-minute pre-treatment that is available as an option on four of the 13 cycles. It is designed to match Fisher & Paykel vented or condensing dryers. I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ]

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