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FRANKE EXTENDS ITS POPULAR CENTINOX SINK RANGE WITH FOUR NEW UNDERMOUNT MODELS BLUM’S TECHNICAL SUPPORT HOTLINE LEADS THE WAY IN KITCHEN DESIGN AND INSTALLATION CONVENIENCE

Franke has extended its popular Centinox sink design with the addition of four new stainless steel undermount models, complementing the existing inset option. Centinox is positioned between Franke’s Kubus and Peak ranges, offering installers a wider choice of undermounts at different price points. The new Centinox models are part of Franke’s Specialist range, which was updated in April with new sinks, taps, extractor hoods and waste sorters and are CMX 110 17 half bowl, CMX 110 34 small single bowl, CMX 110 50 large single bowl and CMX 160 34-17 1.5 bowl options fit a range of cabinet sizes from 400mm to 600mm. The crisp, linear design of the Centinox is emphasised by the square basket strainer waste and tight 12.5mm corner radii and the silk stainless steel finish makes it highly durable and very easy to clean. The new Centinox sinks extend the choice of stainless steel undermounts in Franke’s portfolio in a range of materials and design styles. www.franke.co.uk In January 2015, Blum extended its hotline hours to 8am8pm Monday to Friday with an 8am-12 midday service on Saturdays. The hotline - 0800 230 0898 – has proved to be an invaluable tool for Blum users, specifiers and installers with an increasing number of callers week on week.

The decision to offer an out of hours service follows the results of a widely circulated questionnaire, where 75% of respondents agreed that an extended service would be of use. Blum works extremely closely with its customers, and understands that a strict nine to five approach is no longer viable in today’s hectic working environment.

Blum UK Sales & Marketing Director David Sanders said: “We realise that in today’s busy world, normal business hours no longer apply… and this is true of the KBB industry as any other. The most used service in our business is Technical Support so we are now meeting the demands of our customers by extending the hours that this service is available.”

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FRIDGE ON ITS WAY OUT? TIME TO UPGRADE?

Currys launches its ‘Stay Cool’ campaign in July as part of its summer promotion to encourage customers to be inspired with the latest in technology and designs and to upgrade their existing refrigeration products, whether it’s a side-by-side fridgefreezer, free-standing tall fridge and freezer, or standard integrated appliance. Summer is usually the time when fridge-freezers are under more strain to keep cool due to hot weather and customers are therefore more likely to make a stress purchase when faced with their appliance malfunctioning. Currys provides a perfect solution as it stocks the widest range of fridge-freezers to view in store with many popular lines available from stock, plus a vast range is obtainable online at www.currys.co.uk all available with free delivery nationwide. Popular models include large American style fridge-freezers which are perfect for a new kitchen, and for the replacement market Currys has the latest technology and cooling products, many with greater internal capacities. Under-counter fridges and freezers can provide extra food storage this summer and cooling appliances that feature water and ice dispensers are extremely popular. Visit Currys in store or online to view the latest offers, buyer’s guide and further product information. www.currys.co.uk

TAKING THE PAIN OUT OF WASTE REMOVAL WHILST SAVING MONEY

Order a skip and hope it arrives on time, only to be let down by the supplier, sound familiar? However, this can be a thing of the past as there are easier, more reliable and much cheaper alternatives.

‘The Installer’ magazine spoke to Matt Crump, Marketing Manager of iKBBI official sponsor HIPPO, to investigate what they offer as a solution. Matt said “We have launched HIPPOTRADE which is an initiative that provides smart and simple waste solutions for the trade and we have tailored a package specifically for iKBBI members.” He continued, “Membership of HIPPOTRADE offers iKBBI members discounted rates on waste disposal, dedicated support, and exclusive rewards.”

HIPPOBAGs deliver a simple, cost-effective and instant waste solution and are therefore an ideal alternative to traditional skips. The bags come flat-packed thus eliminating a potential problem of waiting around for skips to be delivered before you can start work or complete a project; this means that you can move on to the next job quicker. Furthermore, being flat-packed, if ordered in advance, they can take up little space in transit to a job or site development.

HIPPOBAGs come in 3 different sizes providing for a vast range of projects:

• MIDIBAG – 1 cubic yard, 1 tonne. The MIDIBAG is ideal for heavy waste like rubble and soil.

• MEGABAG – 1.5 cubic yard, 1.5 tonnes. Holds an entire bathroom suite.

• HIPPOBAG – 4.5 cubic yard, 1.5 tonnes. Ideal for larger projects, the bag is big enough to hold an entire kitchen rip out!

Why not consider using yet another iKBBI membership benefit by joining the HIPPOTRADE scheme for free by calling 02392 282 981. You can find out more at hippotrade.co.uk