Whirlpool Appliances: Some Domestic, Some Imports
*Easy To Find *Many Models Available *Reasonable Pricing
Whirlpool appliances are 85% made in USA. Washers and dryers made in Clyde, OH. Go for it, but keep an eye out- sometimes they are imported, depending on capacity and demand. Dishwashers, counter-depth refrigerators, side by side refrigerators, cooktops, built-in ranges, freestanding ranges, built-in microwaves, trash compactors can be made here. When shopping be sure to ask the salesperson.
Read More»Dacor Kitchen Appliances
:: High-end, award-winning design :: Indoor and outdoor models :: Widely available ::
Dacor (pronounced DAY-cor) Family-owned American Made, award-winning Kitchen Appliances since 1965: covering the entire specrum: Wall Ovens (single and double), Ranges, Integrated and Dishwasher Units, Refrigerators, Dual-Fuel Ranges, Cabinet Depth French Door Refrigerator, Outdoor Fridge, Cooktops, Hoods, Warming Drawers, Microwave In-A-Drawer, Convection Microwaves, Outdoor Barbecue Grills, Carts and Built-Ins. That’s a lot of product, and it looks very distinctive and high-end! Wonderful details like illuminated knobs. If you are building a house or renovating your kitchen, have a look.
http://www.dacor.com/
Locate a dealer:
http://www.dacor.com/GeoLocalisation/Locate-A-Dealer/index.aspx
GoogleWarehouse models to integrate within your 3D design software
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Or buy on Amazon!
Hundreds of Dacor Appliances Available on Amazon
Bunn Coffee Makers
*Huge selection *Commercial and consumer models *Competitive pricing
The following models of Bunn WERE (And likely ARE STILL) made in Iowa. I don’t see a label on Walmart’s website, and since other models may be outsourced, do your research. You’ve seen Bunn on every café counter so you know these are made to last. My only design comment is that I wish they would make a “conical filter version” because I believe that is a little more efficient use of coffee grinds if brewing smaller quanties (as the water trickles down through a deeper chamber of coffee grounds). Current design is efficient enough for full pots I believe.
BX Model shown here
BUNN BXB Velocity Brew 10-Cup Home Coffee Brewer, Black
GRX Model is only $99 and still made in USA it seems: Most 5-star reviews:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Bunn-O-Matic-10-cup-Black-Professional-Coffee-Brewer-GRX-B/4891346
BUNN-O-Matic Residential 38300.0032 – GRX Basic Home Brewer, 10 Cup, Pourover, Decanter Included, White
BTX Model here:
http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Bunn-BTX-B-ThermoFresh-10-cup-Home-Thermal-Brewer/2664968/product.html
Here is a fantastic review of the BTX model:
http://www.wholelattelove.com/Bunn/btx_b.cfm
Staber Washing Machines and Dryers, Mega-Efficient
*Save $6800 in utilities *Reasonable pricing *Very Efficient *Easy to fix
Top Loading Convenience with Front Loading Efficiency” -made in Groveport, OH. Residential and commercial energy efficient washers with tumble action, and uniquely with no agitator! They claim to be more efficient in all aspects of washing… water, energy, and detergent. Easy to fix… so easy, customers actually post about fixing their own units. Although top-loading, these use a horizontal axis of rotation. Dryers and drying cabinets are made here too.
According to Eco-Smart, you will save about $6800.00 over the life of the appliance vs. traditional machines, and saves up to 9000 gallons of water per year (calculations included for 20 year lifespan):
Great comparison to the Whirlpoot Duet front-loader on fixitnow.com
John Boos: Kitchen Carts and Furniture
John Boos: Reasonably priced Kitchen carts, monster butcher blocks, unique cutting boards for professionals, commercial work tables, furniture (even dining and park benches and tables), countertops, shelves, sinks, display fixtures, and wood maintenance creams and oils.
Browse product here with pricing:
http://www.johnboos.com/
Then locate a dealer or find a merchant selling online:
http://www.johnboos.com/find_a_dealer
Or find a few thousand items on Amazon: (limit your search once you’re there)
John Boos Kitchen Carts – Over a Hundred Models
John Boos Cutting Boards
John Boos Barsools
Here is a great chef’s cart for under a grand:
John Boos Edge Grain Maple Cucina Americana Elegante Chef’s Cart
Another killer maple-top cart with drawers:
John Boos VEN3626 Cucina Veneto 2-1/4in. Thick Hard Maple Top w/ 2 Drawers
Riccar: Simplicity Vacuum
:: Great prices :: Canister, upright and central vacs :: Attractive design
Riccar is a Vacuum company in MO that has actually moved jobs from Korea back to the US. And at $200 for an upright vac, that is a great and competitive price! Riccar also makes Canister, Lightweight and Central vacs, as well as zone heaters and air purifiers. Sexy look too, congrats on their design team! There’s no reason to buy an imported model when you have an option like this.
Riccar is also known as “Simplicity Vacuum” by the Tacony Corp.
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