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FRANKE’S NEW BROCHURES SHOWCASE MANY PRODUCT LAUNCHES Franke has launched a new Master Brochure and Franke Plus brochure to ensure its retail partners, and their customers, are equipped with the latest information about its newly extended portfolio of sinks, taps, cooker hoods, accessories and waste management products. The new 132-page Master Brochure features inspirational lifestyle imagery, detailed product information and showcases a raft of new products spanning new tap models with water saving functionality, ergonomic accessories, a new sink model with optimised design and colour co-ordinated waste kits. New additions include the minimalist Maris Bowl undermount sink range made from hygienic and durable Fragranite, available in four on-trend colours. The new scratch-resistant model features large, spacious bowls, which are ideal for washing-up bulkier items. Also available is the new Colourline waste kit in matt black which allows consumers to create a stylish, integrated look between the sink and tap, or alternatively a contrasting look. In taps there are several new styles with new coloured finish options featuring strongly. The new Active tap range helps save water and energy while Active Twist features an integrated twist control to operate the waste outlet for the ultimate in convenience and hygiene. Updates also include a brand-new Anthracite option in the Minerva Electronic 4-in-1 instant boiling water tap range. In accessories, the new All-In flexible food preparation system features eight versatile accessories made from sustainable and hygienic materials which maximise workspace and support workflow, allowing users to shift seamlessly between different tasks. Franke has also launched the new Franke Plus brochure which replaces Wonderful Offers. This includes details of 25 discounted sinks with accompanying Zurich or Athena taps in Chrome, a choice of seven tap upgrades, and special prices on the Minerva 4-in-1 Original Electronic Chrome tap, Turbo Elite TE-50 and TE-75S waste disposal units and Active Soap Dispensers. The deals are valid throughout the whole of 2022.
Steve Breen announced as New Managing Director for VitrA Bathrooms UK Steve Breen has been announced as the new Managing Director for VitrA Bathrooms, UK. He takes over from Levent Giray, who retires at the end of the month after a remarkable 30 years in the position, having first brought the VitrA brand to the UK in 1992. Breen joins VitrA from his role as General Manager for Finning UK and Ireland. He returns to the bathroom industry from an earlier role with Ideal Standard, where he was Sales Director for three years. Breen brings a wealth of experience from both light and heavy side construction industries, having also grown businesses for Electrolux, AkzoNobel Coatings and SITECH UK. Giray says, “I’m very proud of what the company has achieved over the last 30 years and grateful to have led a fantastic team. VitrA continues to hold a strong position in the market with an unparalleled product portfolio. With his breadth of industry experience, I have no doubt that Steve will continue to drive the business forward.”
The new Master Brochure and Franke Plus brochure are available to retailers now via their distributors, or by downloading them from www.franke.co.uk/brochures
Breen says, “The VitrA business is a strong and enviable one – the team have achieved so much during Levent’s tenure. I look forward to working with everyone in this next chapter for VitrA UK.”
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