Lg Front Load Washing Machines Receive Prestigious TÜv Rheinland Green Product Mark

Sept. 15, 2012 - PRLog -- Jeddah, Sep. 08, 2012– LG Electronics (LG) announced that its front load washing machines have been honored with the Green Product Mark from TÜV Rheinland, the respected German-based consumer goods testing authority. The Green Product Mark is a much sought-after certification which identifies appliances with excellent environmentally friendly attributes. LG’s front load washing machines are the first products in the home appliances sector to be awarded with this mark, and this can be largely attributed to LG’s Inverter Direct Drive motor, which reduces energy consumption by up to 50 percent in comparison with conventional washing machine motors.

“Eco-friendly standards are getting considerably higher, and at the same time, consumers are becoming much more aware of which home appliances are truly green,” said Sang inn Lee, (LG Home Appliances Senior Product Manager, Saudi Arabia). “Having our efforts recognized with this Green Product Mark is extremely gratifying. We’re also delighted that our products are maximizing washing efficiency and creating energy savings for the consumer. Moving forward, LG will continue to strive for green innovations that protect our planet’s resources.” said Mr. John Lee, President of LG Electronics, Saudi Arabia.

Through its extensive testing, TÜV Rheinland identifies and commends the most sustainable products available on the European market. In addition to the rigorous examination of a product’s power and water consumption, manufacturing processes and several other factors are also evaluated before a Green Product Mark is finally awarded. By obtaining this highly respected label for its washing machines, LG has proven its continued dedication to preserving the environment and creating energy-efficient technologies added by Mr. John Lee.

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LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances. With 117 operations around the world, LG achieved global sales of USD 49 billion (KRW 54.26 trillion) in 2011. LG comprises four business units – Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, and Air Conditioning & Energy Solution – and is one of the world’s leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines and refrigerators. LG Electronics is a 2012 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. For more news and information on LG Electronics, please visit www.LGnewsroom.com.

About LG Electronics Home Appliance Company
The LG Electronics Home Appliance Company is a global leader in the home appliance industry, dedicated to offering healthier and greener products, blending smart technology and trend-setting design and providing a complete solution for improving daily life. LG’s insightful products, including refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, cooking appliances, vacuum cleaners, built-in appliances, and healthcare products are designed to resonate with consumers around the world. LG’s innovative technologies and convenient features, including the world's first smart refrigerator, steam washing machine and lightwave oven, set new trends in the appliance industry. For more information, please visit www.lg.com.


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