The History of Thermador
The History of Thermador
Source: From Thermador Website
1916—William E. Cranston founded Thermador, which began as a manufacturer of electric items, most notably portable and built-in room heaters. (thermador)
1932—Cranston merges with business owner H.H. Fogwell to form The Thermador Electrical Manufacturing Company. (thermador)
1947—Thermador invents the first built-in wall oven. Duplicated by virtually every major oven manufacturer since its inception, Thermador’s “Bilt-in” oven represents one of the most significant technological advancements in the history of kitchen appliances.(thermador)
1948—Thermador introduces the first “Pro Range” for residential use.(thermador)
1952—Patterned after commercial restaurant equipment, Thermador develops the first home version warming drawer.(thermador)
1963—Thermador introduces the first self-cleaning oven.(thermador)
1970—“Smooth top” material is developed by Corning, Inc., and first used by Thermador in its cooktops.(thermador)
1970—Julia Child uses Thermador in her critically acclaimed PBS TV series.(thermador)
1976—Thermador introduces the first “Speedcooking” oven, which combines thermal heat with microwave energy to cook food up to 35 percent faster than conventional ovens.(thermador)
1978—Thermador introduces the first retractable downdraft ventilation system with elevating “snorkel” intake.(thermador)
1982—Many Thermador breakthroughs are now considered industry standards, such as gas cooktops with high-power super burners with an output of 11,500 BTUs, an unmatched achievement at the time.(thermador)
1987—Thermador continues its groundbreaking advancements with the introduction of the sealed gas burner with automatic re-ignition.(thermador)
1994—Thermador introduces exclusive ExtraLow burners, which cycle the flame on and off to maintain heat output.(thermador)
1998—Thermador introduces the first professional ranges with cooktops with Star Burners.(thermador)
2001—Julia Child’s kitchen is inducted into the Smithsonian Institution, National Museum of American History, Kenneth E. Behring Center.(thermador)
2001—Thermador produces the first domestic Jet Impingement Oven.(thermador)
2006—Thermador introduces its award-winning Freedom Collection refrigeration: a new, modular concept of built-in fresh food, freezer and wine preservation columns.(thermador)
2006—Thermador introduces the first warming drawer with convection technology.(thermador)
2008—Another Thermador exclusive: Sensor Dome technology adds convenience and precision to cooking on electric cooktops.(thermador)
2009—Thermador develops the largest and most powerful induction model on the market.(thermador)
2009—Thermador creates the largest wine glass capacity dishwasher on the market with Sapphire Glow light.(thermador)
2010—Thermador’s keen eye for predicting the future of cooking brought on the revolutionary Steam and Convection Oven. This innovative, highly-effective oven defrosts, steams, proofs, bakes, slow cooks and even reheats food to perfection.(thermador)
2011—Thermador unveils the Pro Grand Steam, the world’s first kitchen appliance to offer seven distinct cooking options — steaming, convection baking, burner cooking, simmering, grilling, griddle cooking and warming — with a combination Steam & Convection Oven, a large-capacity convection oven, a six-burner gas cooktop featuring the exclusive Star®Burners, and a fully integrated warming drawer to complete the all-in-one package.
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