You are here:HomeDivisionsKobold Vacuum Cleaners Kobold Vacuum CleanersThermomix Kitchen ApplianceJAFRA CosmeticsLux Asia Pacificakf groupVorwerk CarpetsVorwerk Direct Selling Ventures For some an iconic object, for others an indispensable household helper – that’s Kobold. Since 1930, Vorwerk has been selling the hand-held vacuum cleaner with the characteristic imp logo (“Kobold” is the German for “imp”) and other cleaning products to customers through the direct sales system. The Kobold brand has a reputation for typical German-made quality, long life and innovation that is virtually second to none. From initial concept to its manufacture, all steps in the process of creating the finished classic product take place in Wuppertal. This is also where the latest model, the Kobold VK200, was developed. Products – Superior Suction Power Small, light, agile, powerful and with a lower energy consumption than any other vacuum cleaner in its class – the new Kobold VK200 really raises the bar.

It impresses with superior suction power both on carpets and hard surfaces, and it’s easy to maneuver and simple to operate. Vorwerk vacuum cleaners are also particularly ideal for allergy sufferers, thanks to their sophisticated filter technology with an integrated odor and hygiene microfilter that makes for a pleasant, fresh atmosphere.The product range includes the hand-held VK200 and the equally powerful canister vacuum cleaner VT300 that’s available in some markets, as well as the electric brush, the Polsterboy and a host of other accessories and cleaning agents. The Division in Figures Its main markets are Italy (where the Kobold is called “Folletto”), Germany and China, and the rest of Europe. Almost 10.739 independent, mostly full-time sales advisers sell the products during demonstrations in customers’ homes. Sales:  € 1,043.4m (2015)Employees:3,336Sales advisers10,739Countries:The division has its own sales companies in Italy, Germany, China, Spain, Austria, France, the Czech Republic, Switzerland and Great Britain sells via distributors in 25 further countries.

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Electrolux Ergospace Bagged Canister Vacuum, EL4103A - Corded 5 star35%4 star18%3 star10%2 star7%1 star30%See all 172 customer reviewsTop Customer ReviewsSuperb & Befitting the Electrolux BrandWhat's this?dyson vacuum cleaners perth best priceGreat for smaller spaces like dorms, studios, ... not for whole house cleaningWhat's this?eureka hand held vacuum cleanersCompact and powerfulWhat's this?compare vax and dyson vacuum cleaners See and discover other items: discount vacuum cleaners, flexible crevice tool A robotic vacuum cleaner, often called a robovac, is an autonomous robotic vacuum cleaner that has intelligent programming and a limited vacuum cleaning system. Others combine a number of cleaning features (mopping, UV sterilization, etc.) simultaneous to vacuuming, thus rendering the machine into more than just a robot "vacuum" cleaner.

A cleaning robot seen from below Video of a Roomba operating Long-exposure photo showing the path taken by a cleaning robot during 45 minutes The first robot cleaner to be put into production was Electrolux Trilobite by the Swedish household and professional appliances manufacturer, Electrolux. In 1996, one of Electrolux's first versions of the Trilobite vacuum was featured on the BBC's science program, Tomorrow's World. In 2001, the British technology company Dyson built and demonstrated a robot vacuum known as the DC06. However, due to its high price, it was never released to the market. In 2002, the American advanced technology company, iRobot launched the Roomba floor vacuuming robot. Initially, iRobot decided to produce 15,000 units and 10,000 more units depending on the success of the launch. The Roomba immediately became a huge consumer sensation. By the Christmas season, iRobot produced 50,000 units to meet the holiday demand. After this success, major specialty retailers as well as more than 4,000 outlets such as Target, Kohl's and Linens 'n Things began to carry the Roomba.

Since 2002, new variations of robotic vacuum cleaners have appeared in the market. For example, the Canadian bObsweep robotic vacuum that both mops and vacuums,[4] or the Neato Robotics XV-11 robotic vacuum, which uses laser-vision rather than the traditional ultrasound based models. In 2014, Dyson announced its comeback to the robotic vacuum industry with the Dyson 360 Eye. The 360 refers to a 360 degree camera that is mounted on the robot and is supposed to provide a better orientation while cleaning. This is a different approach to navigation and path finding compared to products from Neato Robotics or iRobot. The robot vacuum was scheduled for a Japan-only release in spring 2015 but international launches were expected to follow later in the year. ^ Robot cleaner hits the shops ^ Dyson's Vision: A Robot Vacuum that can see ^ How the Roomba was realized ^ Neato Robotics Frees People From Household Chores With Launch of Smart, Powerful Robot Vacuum Cleaner. Please tell us what you think of the Which?