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Making energy-efficient, eco-friendly and smoother garment care possible with LG’s latest washing machines
It’s not surprising that so many individuals view laundry as a chore. After all, the majority of us wash our clothes at least once a week, and those who have large families or young children are probably washing more frequently—some perhaps every day. The washing won’t do itself, that is why getting an energy-efficient and garment protection washing machine is a necessity.
The global laundry care products market size was valued at USD 71283.29 million in 2021 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 4.29 per cent during the forecast period, reaching USD 91701.24 million by 2027, according to 360 Market Update report.
It’s a great time to upgrade to an eco-friendly, easer and smoother garment care washing machines.
LG recently launched some of the best washing machines, and they’re all on sale now. The top-rated laundry appliances come with the best features today, including AI technology, Wi-Fi connectivity, antimicrobial capabilities, super speed, a bevy of wash cycle options and more.
Compared to a conventional wash cycle, LG washing machines’ Artificial Intelligence Direct Drive (AI DD) technology offers 18 per cent more fabric protection for your clothing.
It’s a remarkable outcome made achievable by AI’s capacity to recognize how delicate the materials being washed are. Because AI DD automatically recognizes which items to treat delicately and adapts the wash/rinse/spin technique accordingly, you don’t need to manually change the wash programme.
“It’s fair to state that washing machines have advanced significantly. Compared to earlier models, they are now far more energy and water efficient. No matter how much or how little laundry was in the drum, earlier types of washing machines utilized the same amount of water, energy, and time to clean it. Three kilogrammes of denim or one kilogramme of lingerie would both receive the same wash procedure. Modern washing machines can adjust each cycle to the kind of cloth and weight of your laundry thanks to new technology”, said Mr. Brian Kang, General Manager, Home Appliances Division, LG Electronics West Africa.
“LG washing machines boast a range of high-performance functions from reducing allergens to care programmes designed to help extend the life of your clothing. An LG washing machine will make your life smoother and easier. Our recent washing machines can save you time, energy and water. Our intelligent laundry technologies will help make wash day more of a pleasure than a chore.
“LG technology takes advantage of in-machine intelligence and knows exactly how to handle your clothing with care. Before starting to add water, the washing machine weighs the load of laundry. As clothing is introduced into the drum, sensors begin to operate and compare the textures of the clothing to pre-programmed data gleaned from the analysis of more than 20,000 various fabric types. This allows for a high level of clothing detection accuracy, which allows the washing machine to automatically select which programme to run. Cotton, mixed fabric, and easy care are common options”, he added.
LG’s AI technology brings no privacy concerns because its washing machines neither extract nor rely on users personal information. It’s 6 Motion Direct Drive technology is based on the six key actions we use when doing the washing by hand: tumble, swing, filtration, rolling, scrub and stepping.
With reference to these six primitive motions — plus analysis of the textile composition of the clothing you are washing — AI DD individually selects the optimal washing pattern for each load of laundry.
The revolutionary Direct Drive motor from LG, which offers unmatched performance without losing efficiency, has undergone over 20 years of innovations. The “AI DD washer” builds on those developments. In addition to detecting the volume and weight of each individual load of laundry, LG’s new washing machine also employs AI and sophisticated sensors to determine the types of fabrics in each load. The washer then programmes the ideal wash cycle setting for the best outcomes by comparing this data to more than 20 thousand usage-related data points using deep learning technology, boosting cleaning performance and 15 per cennt prolonging the life of clothing.
A key consideration for consumers when buying a washing machine is the size of the machine. Running a washing machine with a large drum but with a load that is much smaller than its capacity will waste electricity, so consumers should select a washing machine size that is appropriate to their household size. Washing machines with a smaller drum are best suited to households that do regular, small washes. Washing machines with a larger drum are best suited to households that need to wash large loads at one time.
Energy Savings Tips for LG Washing Machines:
Washing machines that are used regularly can be significant users of both energy and water in households. Purchasing a more efficient washing machine will save electricity and water for years to come.
Buy a washing machine, which offers a variety of water temperature settings.
— LG front-loading washing machine uses less water and costs less to operate even though the purchase price may be higher than a top loader.
— Use warm and cold water setting as much as possible in order to cut down on energy needed to heat the water.
— Take advantage of special features on your LG washer that can save money. For example, soak cycles remove stubborn stains in one wash cycle.
— The LG automatic washing machine uses the same amount of electricity for a full load as it consumes for a single item. Save dirty clothes until a full load has accumulated.
— Never overload your LG automatic washing machine. Overloading will reduce the cleaning action. (Varying the size of garments in a full load improves the cleaning action by allowing free circulation).
You can read more about LG washing machines to buy this season via https://www.lg.com/africa/washing-machines
The Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) Kashifu Inuwa has explained how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other transformative technologies can optimise the operations of small scale farmers in the country.
Delivering a keynote speech in Abuja at the launching of the Survey on the Digitisation of Supply-Chain in Small-Scale Nigerian Farms Project organised by AGROVESTO (an Agritech startup and a beneficiary of the iHatch Incubation Programme Cohort 2) in conjunction with NITDA, Office for Nigeria Digital Innovation (ONDI), Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) with Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) as partner, Inuwa, who was represented by Engr. Salisu Kaka, Director of Digital Economy Department lamented that “small-scale farmers are the backbone of crop production in Nigeria.”
“Still, they face numerous challenges including limited access to technology, high production costs, limited financing, high post-harvest losses, poor market access, labour shortages, and high labour costs. These issues he noted hinder their productivity and economic potential.”
The event’s purpose was to launch a project that will enable smallholder farmers in Nigeria to thrive, increase their income, and expand their market opportunities thereby creating wealth and prosperity for the country through agriculture.
Inuwa stated that agriculture employs a significant number of Nigerians and accounts for 25.18 percent of Nigeria’s GDP in 2023 through crop production, livestock, forestry, and fishing, with crop production taking the largest share; maintaining that digitising the supply chain for small-scale farms offers a transformative solution to the challenges of food security in the country.
Inuwa affirmed that supply chain optimisation will ensure that small-scale farmers can meet the increasing consumer demands, enhance food quality and safety, and promote and utilise sustainable practices.
“This can be achieved through the adoption of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), which can handle time-demanding tasks using machine learning and predictive modelling; the Internet of Things (IoT), which can monitor crops and generate real-time data to inform automation and best practices; and blockchain, which can provide end-to-end traceability in supply chains with shareable data, building consumer trust and even making it easier to isolate and manage disease outbreaks in crops,” Inuwa said.
He said, “NITDA has been actively supporting the growth of Nigeria’s agricultural sector. One key initiative is the National Adopted Village for Smart Agriculture (NAVSA) which has engaged 965 farmers in integrating technology into agriculture.
“Our Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan, 2024 – 2027 (SRAP 2.0) also highlights our focus on promoting technology in agriculture to boost food security, increase the sector’s GDP contribution, drive economic diversification, and create jobs, aligning with the priorities of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda,” he added.
Citing a good use case of the digitised agricultural sector, Inuwa disclosed that according to the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), agriculture contributes 33 percent to Kenya’s GDP.
He divulged that JICA, through its Small Horticulture Empowerment & Promotion (SHEP) Approach, doubled the income of 2,500 small-scale farmers between 2007 and 2009 alone.
During his presentation, Co-founder/CEO AGROVESTO, Bayo Adewoye said that 63.5 percent of these farmers earn between N20,000 and N100,000 monthly during the sales season while 63 percent take their products to the open market to sell.
He added that the project has been designed to address these challenges, and the expected outcomes include; improved farmer income by connecting farmers to wider markets through digital tools and increasing their bargaining power and sales, boosting their incomes.
Furthermore, efficient Supply Chains by digitising agricultural value chains can reduce post-harvest losses and improve the flow of goods, benefiting farmers and markets.
He said the initiative enhances digital literacy, empowers farmers with digital skills to enable them to leverage technology to access information and expand their market reach.
He further explained that the next step is to rollout digitisation of access to the market which entails the design and integration of a tailored digital platform for market access. And the onboarding of cooperatives and SHEP graduates to the platform. Then monitoring and evaluation activities which includes review meetings with JICA and ONDI, webinar and knowledge sharing.
MTN Nigeria on Saturday announced the construction of its West African largest data centre, a facility with a 1,500-rack and Tier 4 data centre within the country.
Tier 4 data centre is built to be completely fault-tolerant, has redundancy for every component and an expected uptime of 99.995 per cent.
This means it can withstand a wide range of potential disruptions and offers the most reliable infrastructure.
The Chief Technical Officer, MTN, Mr Mohammed Rufai, told newsmen in Lagos that construction of the data centre was a move to enhance Nigeria’s digital infrastructure.
Rufai said that the data centre was set to play a pivotal role in meeting the growing data demands and digital needs of businesses and consumers across the country.
He said that the new data centre would support MTN’s infrastructure and serve as a vital resource for businesses across Nigeria.
“Businesses that require data centre capacity can now forgo maintaining their server rooms.
‘’Our facility will provide the space and services needed, enabling companies to digitalise their operations and improve efficiency.
‘’The data centre will also enhance the delivery of content from major tech companies like Meta and Google, bringing content closer to Nigerian users and improving access speeds,’’ he said.
According to him, this local hosting of content will significantly boost user experience and network efficiency.
Rufai highlighted the critical need for expanded data processing capabilities, driven by significant growth in data usage and the emergence of new services.
“We see a high demand in the market, with data usage growing significantly.
“And in order to cater to demand and prepare for future growth, MTN is expanding and modernising its data centre capacity,” the MTN official said.
According to him, the project is not just a technological investment but also a catalyst for economic growth.
Rufai said by providing scalable and adaptable infrastructure, it would enable businesses, particularly Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), to leverage cloud services and other digital solutions.
He stressed that this would, in turn, drive innovation, efficiency, and competitiveness across various sectors of the economy.
He emphasised MTN’s readiness to partner with startups and MSMEs, offering numerous opportunities for collaboration, particularly in cloud services.
According to him, aligned with MTN’s Ambition 2025 strategy, the data centre signals the company’s commitment to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals.
He said that the facility would eventually utilise efficient cooling systems and a combination of traditional energy sources, gas and renewable energy.
Rufai stressed the importance of these energy measures, saying it would significantly reduce its carbon footprint.
According to him, up to 60 per cent of the power consumption of a typical data centre in our clime is for cooling, MTN’s highly efficient systems will ensure it meets the sustainability targets.
The MTN official added that as Nigeria’s digital landscape advanced, the new data centre marked a significant milestone.
He said that it captured a continued drive for innovation, quality, growth and fostered a connected, modern life aiming to provide improved services, economic benefits and a strong digital infrastructure for the future.
Nigeria’s leading digital infrastructure solutions and services organisation, Galaxy Backbone (GBB) has recently attained the global MSECB certifications in Management systems; the ISO 9001: 2015 standard – Quality Management Systems (QMS) and the ISO 22301:2019 standard – Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS). These certifications re-affirm the organisation’s commitment to delivering exceptional and excellent services that enhance the sustainability and reliability of solutions provided to organisations by GBB.
In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, organizations need trusted partners driven by its commitment to provide world class services, like GBB to navigate the complexities of modern times. With these latest certifications, GBB has further positioned itself as a reputable organisation, that public and private sector organisations can rely on in their digital transformation and business sustainability journey.
According to GBB’s Managing Director/CEO, Professor Ibrahim A. Adeyanju, these certifications re-affirm the commitment we have consistently made to our customers.
In his words; ‘we are excited about these certifications, we have earned, coming at a time when customers, stakeholders and the government are searching for organisations like ours to rebuild the confidence in the system. I am proud of everyone at GBB who worked hard to ensure we attained this height and who continuously work tirelessly to provide excellent services daily’.
The ISO 9001:2015 certification, highlights Galaxy Backbone’s dedication to providing high-quality services that consistently meet and exceed customer expectations. It also underscores the organisation’s commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction across all aspects of its operations.
On the other hand, the ISO 22301:2019 certification showcases GBB as that organisation committed to institutionalizing business continuity management system processes to enhance business sustainability and resilience. This certification demonstrates GBB’s commitment to maintaining uninterrupted business operations, even during unexpected disruptions like natural disasters, cyber-attacks, or other emergencies.
Galaxy Backbone is the digital Infrastructure platform at the forefront of providing cutting-edge Cloud, Colocation, Connectivity and Cybersecurity solutions and services to organisations. The company is dedicated to fostering reliable partnerships with key stakeholders and service providers in expanding fibre connectivity across cities and local communities.
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