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RETAILOBSERVER.COM JUNE 2024 14 SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE EXPANDS CULINARY OFFERINGS FOR 'TECHNICUREAN' HOME CHEFS Luxury brand continues to advance 'true to food' experience with expanded portfolio driven by powerful performance, feature-rich technology Signature Kitchen Suite, the luxury kitchen appliance brand that has become synonymous with driving innovation in the built-in appliance market, unveiled a range of groundbreaking culinary innovations at the 2024 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS). Designed to elevate the home cooking experience, highlights include the new Professional Speed Oven, 30-inch ENERGY STAR ® Certified Induction Cooktop, 36-inch Rangetop with Griddle, and more. These cutting-edge products not only enhance culinary capabilities, but also underscore Signature Kitchen Suite's ongoing commitment to its "True to Food" mission. "From being the first to incorporate sous vide into our pro ranges and rangetops, to developing smart knobs with built-in timers, Signature Kitchen Suite has pioneered the integration of smart home technology into luxury appliances," said Mike O'Keefe, head of sales for Signature Kitchen Suite. 30- and 36-inch ENERGY STAR Induction Cooktops for Culinary Precision — The 36-inch Signature Kitchen Suite Induction Cooktop is a trailblazer, being among the first in the industry certified to the all-new ENERGY STAR specification for residential electric cooking products, while also industry-leading in its power and performance. It features five heating elements, two flex cooking zones, and an 11-inch dual-center element providing an industry-leading 7,000 watts of power. Its two flex cooking zones feature four inductors with 3,700 watts of power each. The new 30-inch cooktop is also ENERGY STAR certified and offers a single flex zone and powerful 5,700-watt 11-inch dual-center element. "These new ENERGY STAR-certified offerings underscore our commitment to sustainable innovation, providing home chefs with cutting-edge advancements that not only elevate their culinary experience but also contribute to a more energy-efficient kitchen," O'Keefe added. Both versions have a 7-inch color TFT LCD touch control panel and Wi-Fi connectivity through the ThinQ ® app for smart control. These induction cooktops are an energy-efficient, powerful and versatile addition to any kitchen with their purposeful design, including easy-to-clean black ceramic glass and flush installation that blends with existing countertops. 30-inch Professional Speed Oven — At the forefront of these advancements is the new 30-inch Professional Speed Oven with a host of precision cooking modes, making it a game-changer for modern home chefs. With a generous 1.7-cubic-foot capacity, this oven operates up to 20 percent faster than traditional counterparts, utilizing an advanced combination of halogen lighting, convection heating, and infrared technology to eliminate the need for preheating, and for powerful, fast cooking. Today's luxury homeowners will appreciate how it also doubles as a microwave and air fryer using convection air fry technology, thereby eliminating the need for multiple countertop appliances. It also offers distinct cooking modes including Speed Cook and broil. The innovative Speed-Clean™ feature ensures efficient water-based cleaning in just 10 minutes. Additionally, the Professional Speed Oven is equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity powered by the ThinQ app, enabling remote control, monitoring and AI-driven customer support through ThinQ Care. The product was selected for the Design Bites product showcase at KBIS, recognizing innovation in the category. "The Signature Kitchen Suite Professional Speed Oven is my personal favorite with its versatile cooking modes and intuitive interface, and it redefines home cooking by delivering quick, precise and user-friendly culinary experiences," said Nick Ritchie, executive chef for Signature Kitchen Suite. "From replacing multiple appliances to teaching others to cook, it's a time-saving and efficient tool for both novice and professional chefs." 36-inch Dual-Fuel Pro Range with Six Burners and Steam Combi Oven — Signature Kitchen Suite's popular Dual-Fuel Pro Range now comes in a 36-inch all-gas option with six gas burners and a large- capacity 6.3-cubic-feet steam combi oven. The oven below offers 11 cooking modes, including Gourmet Chef, powerful ProHeatTM Convection Technology, and Steam Combi convection cooking with a powerful 720-watt steam generator. Up top, the range is equipped with six powerful gas burners including dual-crown 23,000 BTU burners, two dual-stack 15,000 BTU burners, and individual 18,000 BTU and 10,000 BTU burners. Each burner is controlled by smart knob controls, each with their own individual digital timers and LED indicators for precise cooking control. There is no need for a separate high-altitude kit for homes in mountainous or higher-elevation areas, as each burner is protected by a patented system. The oven also integrates user-friendly Speed-Clean and Wi-Fi capability through the ThinQ app. In its expansion of culinary offerings, Signature Kitchen Suite introduces 36- and 48-inch Custom Hood Inserts and Professional I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ]

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