Bertazzoni

Article summary

Bertazzoni S.p.A. is an Italian home appliance manufacturer based in Guastalla. Founded in 1882 by Francesco Bertazzoni, the company has since been led by five generations of the Bertazzoni family. The company originally produced wood-burning stoves, which were discontinued in the 1980s. It began producing gas stoves in 1956, adding electric stoves in 1975, and induction cooktops in 2005. Bertazzoni's appliances are based on designs, and produced in colors, inspired by the automotive industry in Italy. Besides ovens and cooktops, the company also markets refrigerators, dishwashers, and a number of other kitchen appliances. The company markets its products in more than 60 countries including Australia, Canada, Italy, the Philippines, and the United States.

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1. date of foundation: 1882 — source: Wikipedia · confidence 0.95

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