Whirlpool Showcases Nugget Ice Fridge and UV Clean Laundry at KBIS
At KBIS 2026, Whirlpool will unveil industry-first nugget ice refrigerators and UV Clean laundry sanitation systems across its key brands, showcasing new premium features to drive appliance sales. In 2024, the company reported $17 billion in annual sales (90% Americas), underpinning margin expansion through innovation.
1. Whirlpool Showcases Industry-First Innovations at KBIS 2026
Whirlpool Corporation unveiled several first-to-market technologies at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show in Orlando, Florida, including the industry’s first refrigerator with built-in nugget ice and a UV Clean laundry sanitation feature. The company demonstrated a 36-inch True Counter Depth French Door refrigerator delivering soft, chewable ice on demand, as well as a Front Load Laundry Tower equipped with a FreshFlow™ Vent System. KitchenAid® unveiled its Smart Electric Double Wall Oven with integrated Live Look camera and Doneness Detection, while Maytag® introduced a new XL crisper drawer, marking the largest refrigeration capacity in its lineup.
2. Corporate Scale and Market Reach
In 2024, Whirlpool reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales, with close to 90% of revenue generated in the Americas. The company employs 44,000 people across 40 manufacturing and technology research centers worldwide. As the last remaining major U.S.-based appliance manufacturer, Whirlpool continues to invest in R&D hubs and expand its production footprint to navigate evolving trade dynamics and tariff pressures.