About us
Candy: a success story beginning with the first washing machine through to the very latest Wi-Fi connected appliances.
Candy manufactured the first Italian washing machine in 1945 and went on to invent the modern front loading washing machine in the late 1950’s. Candy quickly became synonymous with washing throughout Italy.
Candy is an international brand that offers a comprehensive range of practical, high performance, freestanding and built-in appliances; skillfully combining the most advanced technologies with stylish Italian design.
Throughout the decades Candy's mission has always remained the same; to meet the needs of consumers with innovative, easy to use products that represent great value for money at affordable prices.
History
Research and innovation
Candy Group keeps improving and transferring technology in easy to use systems, designed to improve the quality of life. The center of innovation, research and development, is in Italy in Brugherio (MB). Today, in the digital age, Candy opens the door to a new way of living appliances, to interact and communicate in a direct, simple and intuitive way. Group research and development paved the way for Candy’s first full range of appliances connected via Wi-Fi, which can communicate with users remotely, making their lives easier.
Quality and environment
Candy Group uses recyclable materials for each component both for products and packaging and has actively participated in the definition of WEEE, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive. The Candy production process has been designed with the goal of reducing emissions both in compliance with the regulations in the various countries, and to reduce energy consumption related to the use of household appliances.
The Candy group is among the European leaders in the field of major domestic appliances including: washing machines, dishwashers, washer-dryers, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, cookers and ovens, built-in and free standing. The Candy Groups basic principle is the satisfaction of its customers. There are over 2,000 service centres across Europe. Candy Group operates with the international Candy and Hoover brands and the national one: Iberna, Jinling, Hoover-Otsein, Rosieres, Susler, Vyatka, Zerowatt, Gasfire and Baumatic.
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Tietäjäntie 2 - 02130 Espoo
Tel. +358-9-439.3000 – Fax 00358-9-4393.0030