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When researching washing machines recently, I was surprised to see that probably the most innovative mass-market systems available right now are from GE. They’
by jrmg 3y ago
When researching washing machines recently, I was surprised to see that probably the most innovative mass-market systems available right now are from GE.
They’ve brought out a heat-pump based low-energy use combined washer/dryer* that supposedly performs great - something that can’t be said for existing combo or low energy systems.
I was surprised to see innovative appliances from GE! I thought they had been reduced to re-badging cheap, mediocre systems produced by other manufacturers. I hope this means the company is on the right track again.
*https://www.geappliances.com/appliance/GE-Profile-ENERGY-STAR-4-8-cu-ft-Capacity-UltraFast-Combo-with-Ventless-Heat-Pump-Technology-Washer-Dryer-PFQ97HSPVDS https://www.geappliances.com/appliance/GE-Profile-ENERGY-STA...
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