Liebherr receives “red dot” design award for refrigerators and wheel loaders

In the “product design” category, the recipients of the red dot award were two built-in combinations –ICBP 3256 and IKBP 3554 – as well as the wheel loaders L 506 C and L 576.

The integrated ICBP 3256 BioFresh fridge-freezer and the integrated IKBP 3554 BioFresh refrigerator are in the best A+++ energy efficiency class. Particular emphasis was placed upon the combination of energy efficiency and operating comfort whilst designing these appliances.

The Compact Loader L 506 C combines high performance with maximum safety and extreme versatility in use. The overall height of the machine does not exceed 2,500 mm, an exceptionally low figure.

The L 576 IIIB wheel loader has a more compact layout, with all the principal maintenance points accessible from ground level. The stable construction means that it can also be maneuvered quickly and easily and thus has a positive effect on productivity.

The red dot design award is one of the most prestigious international design competitions. The winners are decided by a high-ranking jury of renowned experts, who demand the highest standards of creativity, innovation and product quality. The strict judgement criteria are constantly adapted to the latest developments in terms of formal, technical, manufacturing, social, economical and ecological requirements. These criteria form a framework for the experts on the jury to interpret individually. Experts from numerous countries select the prize-winners of 2013 from a total of 4,662 designs submitted in the various categories.