The new EU Regulations on ecodesign and energy label for washing machines are due to be published. These two measures will create a momentum for energy savings under EU policies on energy efficiency and mitigate climatic change. Based on the framework for energy labeling the new classification will be again on an A–G scale like in the first energy label that entered into force in the 1990s. CENELEC TC 59X/WG 01-06 has already started its work for the next edition of the European standard EN 60456. Well-known performance parameters like washing performance and spinning performance will remain relevant criteria, rinsing performance is one of the new elements. A measurement procedure for the laundry temperature is under development. The review of EN 60456 includes adjusting the measurements for these parameters to be in line with the usage of washing machines by testing full, half and quarter loads at new programme cycle “eco 40-60” as required by the new regulations. A balance between test effort, repeatability and reproducibility is part of the draft of a new test scheme.
[/vc_column_text]Energy Savings 2021: New European Energy Label and Ecodesign Requirements for Washing Machines
