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GENERAL NEWS www.kitchenwarenews.com n MARCH 2017 n KITCHENWARE NEWS & HOUSEWARES REVIEW 11 Chemours Company Introduces Teflon Profile The Chemours Company is introducing its Teflon™ Profile nonstick coating for cookware at Ambiente 2017. Teflon Profile is based on a new technology that combines the proven, excellent nonstick properties of Teflon nonstick coating with long-term scratch resistance, resulting in a coating surface that looks newer longer. This is a desirable feature for cooks, whether they are ambitious hobby cooks or professional users, as they need to worry less about using metal utensils and what the resulting scratches do to the surface. Cookware coated with Teflon Profile nonstick retains a newer looking surface even after long- term use. Available in the Crocodile Black, Shark Blue and Buffalo Copper, the coatings also add color accents in the kitchen. The key to this advance in kitchen technology lies in the unique structure of this new, patent-pending coating. Chemours, a specialist in fluoropolymers, has engineered a coating that takes advantage of the performance characteristics of three integrated components. The first component, the primer, consists of the fluoropolymer polytetrafluoroethylene (P TFE) with integrated ceramic reinforcement. As a basic layer, this provides the same firm adhesion to the metal substrate found in Chemours' premium Teflon brand coatings already available on the market. The second component consists of hard silicon carbide (SiC) embedded in a colored midcoat of PTFE. SiC particles are applied on top of the primer to form the unique textured surface of the Teflon Profile coating. The layer in direct contact with the food, the third component, is a specialty high- performance polymer that has been used in many demanding industrial applications, such as coatings for commercial bakeware trays. With Teflon™ Profile, this material – a further development of the established material PTFE - is now also available to the housewares segment. The unique scratch resistance properties of this new coating has been shown in extensive tests. For example, in the CAMUT test, one of the toughest tests for coated cookware, outstanding results were achieved. In CAMUT, the scratch resistance is tested at cooking temperature with scratch tools resembling common kitchen utensils, such as whisks and spatulas. In this test, common nonstick coatings showed multiple scratch marks even after brief, intensive use; however, the Teflon Profile coating exhibited minimal scratches hardly visible to the naked eye after the same amount of time and exposure. Further tests, such as Scouring Pad Abrasion Resistance (SPAR – based on BS 7069) or Mechanical Tiger Paw (MTP) also demonstrated the excellent results of the new coating technology under long- term exposure to mechanical loads. Wilbert Broeksmit, Global Marketing Manager Teflon Branded Nonstick Systems said, "The highly efficient Teflon Profile coating technology, which retains its attractiveness and integrity in demanding everyday use, is the result of the application of the latest scientific findings and extensive research in our laboratories. The new coating technology meets the needs of demanding users all over the world. At the end of the day, the long-lasting 'like-new' look of this coating makes users trust their high-quality cookware for longer – Teflon Profile simply looks good longer." For more information, visit www.chemours.com. KN Getting healthy consistently tops the list of New Year's resolutions, also making it one the most broken self- promises. Swiss Diamond is making keeping that vow easier in 2017. The cookware company has just introduced the Premium Clad collection. Made f rom five layers of specially selected heat- conducting metals, the pans in the line are encapsulated by stainless steel and feature smooth, rounded edges. Premium Clad also features sturdy, welded handles for longevity, with no rivets for bacteria to get trapped in. Swiss Diamond offers the healthful benefits associated with cooking with stainless steel without sacrificing the even heat conduction of other metals. The company 's new Premium Clad 5-Ply Stainless Steel Cookware collection bonds five metallic layers, consisting of premium- grade 18/10 stainless steel, pure aluminum, alloy aluminum, a second layer of pure aluminum and an induction-compatible 18/0 magnetic stainless steel base layer. In combination, these metals provide efficient, even heat distribution with no hot spots, ensuring consistent results every time. Oven safe up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, Premium Clad cookware f rom Swiss Diamond offers a host of other cooking benefits on top of its heat conduction. Its ergonomic handles provide a comfortable grip with a welded design that stays securely attached over time. The new cookware collection also features see- through lids and cast stainless steel knobs. The lids are constructed of heat-tempered glass that is safe for use in the oven, while the knobs afford steam-release venting to prevent noisy rattling. To aid in adding ingredients, the Premium Clad pots and pans are etched with capacity markings. As such, they allow flexibility in the kitchen by eliminating the need for measuring cups. Each item in the new collection is finished in a beautiful satin exterior from top to bottom. Dishwasher safe, the entire collection comes with a limited lifetime warranty. Fry pans, saucepans, Dutch ovens, stock pots, sauté pans, chef pans and woks are all part of the Swiss Diamond Premium Clad lineup. They can be purchased individually or as part of a 10-piece set. They retail for $99.95 and up and are available at select gourmet stores, online and Amazon. For more information visit SwissDiamond.com. KN Swiss Diamond Releases Premium Clad Line