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News Continued from page 13 while also serving as stylish additions to any modern living space. An expanded range comprising various capacities presents more choice to satisfy LG’s ever-expanding customer base in South Africa. The recently launched Artcool air conditioner. PRODUCT FEATURES: • • • • • • • • Offers a palette of rich, deep tones and high-quality finishes; Black mirror models ranging from 12 000 18 000-BTU; Premium aesthetics; Comfortable airflow; Consumes 70% less electricity; Cools 40% faster; Low noise; and 10-year warranty. Artcool also helps to make air in the home fresher and safer, using an Ioniser that releases up to three million ions to effectively sterilise harmful particles and neutralise odours. Meanwhile, the 4-way swing feature evenly distributes the strong airflow generated by LG’s dual inverter compressor to create a consistent temperature throughout the entire room. With LG’s ThinQ app for smartphones, users can easily control their Artcool from any location. The app allows occupants to personalise their user experience, giving them the ability to choose and save their preferred temperature and mode settings. In addition, the Artcool line-up features SmartDiagnosis, sending helpful notifications and offers support for a wide range of www.hvacronline.co.za The Artcool sleek design, highlighting its modernity. technical issues to make troubleshooting quick and simple. “We’re eager to introduce our expanded Artcool line-up,” says Song Dae-Hyun, president of LG Electronics Home Appliance and Air Solution Company. “The fruit of our ceaseless efforts to create innovation for a better life, LG Artcool will bring beauty and comfort to South African homes through exclusive design, state- of-the-art features and advanced air conditioning technologies.” When asked about LG’s adaptation to natural refrigerants and gases in all equipment, Park says, “LG has for three years used R410 coolant in its products as it minimises ozone destruction and is eco-friendly. LG abides by international agreements and conforms to required certification standards.” The press were taken to a number of LG stores and factories to view and experience the LG products and technology. RACA RACA Journal I January 2020 15