If in Soviet times there was only one manufacturer of household appliances, now the abundance of brands makes customers dazzle at the entrance to the store. Some brands are familiar to most, for example, Krasnoyarsk "Biryusa" or Minsk "Atlant". Others, mostly start-up Chinese firms, are not really known even to consultants. But there are brands that have been around for a long time, but not everyone knows what they are. One such company is Whirlpool. The country of origin, the model range, the reliability and quality of equipment - all this interests buyers. Therefore, let's take a closer look at Whirlpool.
Brand history in brief
The history of the development of this famous American company dates back to the founding of Upton Machine Co by Frederick Stanley Upton, which produced washing machines with an electric shaft.
In 1929, the company merged with the Nineteen Hundred Washer Co. Until 1950, the company produced only washing machines, then took up the production of dryers.aggregates. From this moment begins the rapid growth and expansion of the company. A year later, a plant in Ohio was acquired, and four more years later, the production of refrigerators and air conditioners under the Whirlpool brand began.
By the beginning of the 21st century, the company was one of the four largest manufacturers of household appliances in America. On the way to success, it absorbed many competing firms, including well-known European companies such as Indesit. To date, the company employs more than 100 thousand employees, in at least 170 countries around the world you can find Whirlpool products. At the beginning of the 20th century, there was only one country of origin - the USA.
Now the company's plants are located around the world.
What does Whirlpool produce?
Currently, the range of the company's products is not limited to washing machines and dryers, despite the fact that the production of large household appliances is the predominant direction of the corporation. On the stands of stores you can find air conditioners, freezers and even Whirlpool microwave ovens. The country of origin depends on the specific type of equipment.
Where are Whirlpool washing machines made?
Let's take a closer look at the characteristic features of Whirlpool models. The manufacturing country of washing machines is Slovakia. There, in the small town of Poprad, there is a conveyor assembly of modern models. The production of many significant components (for example, welding of drums) takes place on site. Right on the conveyor, each assembled car is checkedfor electrical safety, tightness and lack of leakage. Random samples are sent to laboratories. There they are additionally examined for the level of vibration and see how many cycles the machine is able to work.
Despite the European assembly, most models remain affordable for middle-class buyers, for example, such as the Whirlpool AWS 51012. The country of origin in this case does not affect the price much.
In addition, the company announced the opening of a new production of washing machines in Russia. Planned release of the most popular models in a narrow case.
Features of Whirlpool washing machines
Like any other brand, Whirlpool strives to stand out with its innovative developments. For example, models of modern washing machines come with a "6th sense" function. This term is understood as a set of sensors, programs for recognizing the type and amount of fabric, automatic selection of the washing mode.
Wave Motion is another famous feature from Whirlpool. The country of origin is distinguished by high electricity tariffs, so the researchers developed a special drum rotation algorithm that can effectively deal with dirty spots in cold water. Among other things, with this approach, the thing lasts longer, pleasing the eye with the brightness of colors.
Top loading washing machines use Zen technology. Its essence is that the belt drive is replaced by a direct drive (similarLJ has the technology). Thus, the unit runs quieter and with less vibration.
Where are Whirlpool refrigerators made?
Initially, only non-standard models with a width and depth of 70 cm with a Brazilian-made top freezer could be found on the stands of stores.
Now more and more refrigerators assembled in Poland appear on sale. As a rule, these are widely demanded budget models.
With the acquisition of a controlling stake in the Indesit company, the geography of another manufacturing country has been replenished. Whirlpool refrigerators are already being produced in Russia (Lipetsk), on the basis of a pre-existing production facility.
Features of Whirlpool refrigerators
Technology "6th sense" applies here as well. Several sensors record the temperature in the volume of the chamber and promptly respond to any changes by supplying cold air. Many models use the Full Height Multi Flow system. According to this technology, cold air is supplied through numerous holes on the back wall. Thus, the temperature is equalized throughout the volume of the chamber and a natural temperature difference is excluded.
Where are Whirlpool freezers made?
This is another popular direction in the production of household appliances, which the company is engaged in. The place of manufacture depends on the specific type of mechanisms. In Russia, widely demanded budget models are produced, for example, a freezerWhirlpool WVT 503 camera. "Country of origin Italy" - this inscription can be found on premium equipment such as the WVES 2399 NF IX.
Features of Freezers
The range of freezers produced under this brand is quite wide. It includes both free-standing vertical units and horizontal chests. Models differ in size, capacity, number of boxes and even controls.
Whirlpool's "6th Sense" technology applies here as well. When the chamber door is opened and the temperature changes, cold air is supplied to the shelf where it is needed. Some models use the No Frost system. This technology allows the freezer to function without defrosting, since ice does not build up in it.
Reviews on the Whirlpool technique
The very fact that the company occupies one of the leading positions in the household appliances market speaks of the high quality of the goods. Despite the fact that the company's factories are scattered all over the world, including China and India, this does not affect the quality characteristics of the products. Technologies are the same throughout the production. In addition, the assembly process is as automated as possible, which minimizes the influence of the human factor.
The decision to locate the production of a particular type of equipment in the country's territory is taken by the leadership, taking into account a combination of factors. For example, it makes no sense to produce dryers in Russia, but in a country withcold climates - air conditioners. This technique will be more in demand elsewhere.
Whatever the country of origin of Whirlpool equipment, product reviews are always good. The equipment is functional, affordable and made taking into account the interests of the consumer. A large number of programs and options, regardless of the model class, allow you to choose the optimal mode of operation.
Variety of technology allows you to choose the right option for every wallet and taste.
Where else is Whirlpool technology assembled?
Of course, the assortment of such a large company cannot be limited to free-standing refrigerators and washing machines alone. The company also manufactures built-in appliances of all kinds: ovens, hobs, hoods, and more. If desired, the buyer can fully assemble a set for the kitchen of one company "Whirlpool". All built-in appliances, including washing machines, are assembled at a factory in Italy, which is the reason for their high cost.
The Whirlpool company and China did not pass their attention. Microwave ovens and split systems are assembled in this country. Some dishwashers are also completed in China. As a rule, these are budget models, such as the ADP 450 WH. But more expensive equipment, designed for a more affluent category of the population, is produced in Poland.
