AHAM Releases Recommendations for Range Placement
The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) has released new recommendations for home builders and electrical contractors aimed at reducing nuisance tripping due to the use of ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for electric ranges i
6/10/2021
AHAM Statement on Supply Chains
Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) President and CEO Joseph M. McGuire issued the following statement regarding the Biden administration’s announcement of its steps to strengthen critical supply chains:
6/9/2021
Petition to Ban HFC Refrigerants
The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) filed a petition with the EPA, asking the agency to ban HFC refrigerants in home comfort products
4/14/2021
Consumer Protection from Counterfeits Legislation
The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers joins with the Buy Safe America Coalition, a diverse group of retailers, consumer groups, wholesaler-distributors, and manufacturers in publicly declaring support of the introduction of the INFORM Consu
3/24/2021
Life After COVID Research
Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers have developed new habits in areas like cleaning, shopping and home upgrades. The latest research conducted by the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) reveals which habits will contin
3/23/2021
Global Semiconductor Shortage
AHAM addressed the global semiconductor shortage.
2/25/2021
US Capitol Statement
The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers condemned this week’s violence at the U.S. Capitol.
1/8/2021
DC Air Cleaner Efficiency Standards
With many Washingtonians spending most of their time indoors during the fight against COVID-19, the Washington, D.C. City Council’s vote to impose the only energy efficiency standards on room air cleaners in the nation could not have come at a worse
12/2/2020
AHAM Honors Top Home Appliance Industry Leaders 2020
The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2020 Home Appliance Industry Achievement Awards. This year’s awards were presented Oct. 21 during AHAM’s Special Membership Meeting.
10/22/2020
Tips for Using an Air Cleaner to Manage Wildfire Smoke
Many people who live in areas affected by wildfires are utilizing room air cleaners to counter some of the effects of smoke on indoor air quality. When used properly, air cleaners can remove smoke, particulate matter and other pollutants caused by fi
9/28/2020
Using CADR to Improve Indoor Air Quality
A room air cleaner can reduce allergens and make home environments more comfortable in a time when many are placing renewed emphasis on staying healthy. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, a portable air cleaner can also be part of
7/7/2020
AHAM Announces New Volunteer Leaders 2020
The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) announced the approval of Patricia Bassett, Vice President, Global New Product Development and Innovation, Newell Brands, for a two year term as Chair of its Board of Directors, as well as other
5/19/2020
AHAM Emphasizes the Home Appliance Industry's Role in Providing Essential Needs During COVID-19
As people are now required to spend almost all their time at home to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, AHAM urges federal, state and local governments to recognize that home appliances are “essential” when drafting shelter-in-place orders.
3/19/2020
AHAM Canada Emphasizes the Home Appliance Industry's Role in Providing Essential Needs During CVD19
As people are now required to spend almost all their time at home to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, AHAM urges federal, state and local governments to recognize that home appliances are “essential” when drafting shelter-in-place orders.
3/19/2020
AHAM Commends DOE on Modernization of Appliance Efficiency Standards Process
AHAM commends the Department of Energy for finalizing changes to its Process Rule for developing appliance efficiency standards and related test procedures. This much-needed modernization will bring greater transparency and consistency to the develop
1/16/2020