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APPLiA is future-proofing itself and building a new statistics system together with sister organizations in the Nordic region. The new system is in the final phase and we will be operational with the new system by 2024. A new computerized system aims to produce statistics and Nordic accounting more quickly, while automating reporting, reminders and compilations. The product codes that were established in the Nordic region […]

The members noted early on in the meeting that in the event of an expansion, the next product group should be dishes and then commercial kitchens. John Johansson, Electrolux Professional, noted that the most important issues for the industry are of a regulatory nature such as standards, energy labelling and microplastic filtration. Here the industry needs cooperation to solve the core issues at the European level because companies work on a global […]

In 2019 we changed our name from EHL (Electrical Appliance Suppliers) to APPLiA, which is an abbreviation of the English word “appliances”. The reason was that we wanted to share the same name as our European organization and the majority of the national counterparts in Europe in order to gain a greater audience and impact for our business. Our service company EHL AB has, from administrative […]

The Swedish presidency of the EU is drawing to a close and I inevitably ask myself the question: has Sweden taken sufficient initiatives for changes in the environmental field? The short answer is no. Although Sweden is being praised for the controversial proposal on nature restoration being voted through in the EU Council of Ministers, several important measures are missing now that the meeting minutes will soon be archived. Someone […]

Over the past year, we have continued to work for fair and effective tax rules and laws. We are actively lobbying our elected politicians and collaborating with closely related industry organizations to, among other things, change, and in the best case scenario abolish, the electronics tax. The goal is clear: through our commitment and joint efforts, we strive to improve the everyday lives of […]

– Severin has been a member of Applia for many years. As a representative of a member company, I see it as natural and obvious to also stand as a member of the organization's board when asked. It will be incredibly exciting to be able to participate and strengthen the industry together with colleagues on the board, says Peder Qwist. Peder […]

APPLiA's annual meeting elected Electrolux Professional and PODAB as new members on May 11. More information about the new members: Electrolux Professional Electrolux Professional is a reliable comprehensive partner with long experience and great expertise. We have been in the industry for 100 years and during this time have built up the world's most extensive service network. We […]

Applia is now taking the next step in the development of its operations. We are growing with both new members and expanded operations in connection with existing companies. One of the main reasons is that professional equipment is increasingly subject to similar regulations in several areas, not least around Energy Labeling, ECO Design and Producer Responsibility. As a first step in the […]

We see an increased interest in recycling, but what can actually be defined as recycling? Second-hand sales, review of broken/end-of-life products that are repaired, or sorting out components in end-of-life products that can be reused? Yes, all measures can probably be seen as part of recycling. Should we then recycle all products that […]

Competence development and training of future employees is an important piece of the puzzle in a well-functioning and sustainable industry. That is why the issue of competence supply is constantly high on our agenda. For us, it is central to being able to meet the needs of member companies in the market at all levels. In addition to monitoring the external environment and disseminating information about current industry issues internally in the industry, we collaborate […]

The Ox Weeks are in full swing and Applia has kicked off the new business area with a presence at one of the world's largest trade fairs, intensified advocacy work and new approaches to our valued newsletter. For the sake of simplicity, I am listing some headlines to keep an eye on in 2023. The electronics tax Applia will continue to work for a change in the electronics tax until our […]

In 1978, James Dyson became frustrated that his vacuum cleaner was not working properly. He took it apart and discovered that the bag was clogged with dust, reducing its suction power. He had just built an industrial cyclone tower that separated paint particles from the air using centrifugal force. Could he make the same principle work in a vacuum cleaner? Five years and 5,127 […]