It was a strong start to the year for SodaStream as the sparkling beverage maker supplier reported double-digit growth company-wide in the first quarter.
Ronco has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after the company’s failed IPO, the New York Post reported.
Spectrum Brands has named a new CEO as Andreas Rouvé has stepped down as the company’s chief executive and director.
As it continued to implement its Project Refuel strategy to streamline the business, Helen of Troy reported fourth quarter sales growth driven by its health and home and housewares divisions.
Breville’s new espresso maker, the Barista Touch, was named “Best New Product” in the consumer electrical category at the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) expo in Seattle.
iRobot continued to gain in the consumer robotic vacuum market, with sales growth reported for the first quarter ended March 31, 2018.
The proxy fight between Newell Brands and Starboard Value LP appears to be over as the two parties have reached an agreement that includes the appointment of new members to Newell’s board of directors.
Smeg is expanding its Dolce & Gabbana “Sicily is My Love” collection with the addition of several new kitchen electrics.
Staples has expanded its electronics recycling program and will now accept both single-serve and traditional coffee brewers for free recycling in stores.
LG Electronics USA’s portfolio of Wi-Fi connected smart appliances is now compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. The company’s range of Wi-Fi enabled appliances includes air conditioners, air purifiers, vacuums and major appliances.
To emphasize its Made in the U.S.A. manufacture, Meco is consolidating its grill business under a single brand: Americana.
Keurig Green Mountain will partner with and invest in LifeFuels, Inc. to accelerate commercialization and growth of the latter’s patented portable drink maker.
Jura Inc. has appointed Regina Confalone as director of operations.
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Vornado has issued a voluntary recall of its VH101 Personal Vortex space heaters. The CPSC stated that the heaters can overheat when in use, posing fire and burn hazards.
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Brita is launching the Filter for the Future program in collaboration with the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, which pledges $1 from the sale of any Longlast filter or product to provide schools across the country with Brita Hydration Stations, water-filtering stations that reduce lead and other contaminants from drinking water.
Panasonic has expanded its hair tool lineup with the debut of an advanced styling iron designed with its nanoe technology.
iLife has launched its V8s 2-in-1 robotic vacuum, the latest addition to its V Series.
Keurig and commercial coffeemaker supplier Evoca have partnered to launch the Keurig K4000 Cafe System positioned for the away from home channel.
Aroma is making food prep easier for consumers with its expanded assortment of electric rice cookers that can also be used to prepare other dishes as well.