Vacuum Cleaners Discussions

Hi,

I just learned that Panasonic has a "new" series of canister vacuums similar to the new "sister" vac being sold under the Kenmore brand. The relationship to all is the OptiFlow system. All models are employing power nozzles found on Sears' Kenmore models but surprisingly not the new PN with the integrated floor tool.


The line is comprised of four canister models from the MC-CG885 to the MC-CG985. The electric mini nozzle long offered by Kenmore can be found on select models in the Panasonic. Suggested retail pricing runs from $800.00 (whoa!!!) to $450.00. Naturally I ask, "How come?" Or do I mean, "C'mon already!"

Following links lead to web page and the top of the line user manual.


http://www2.panasonic.com/consumer-electronics/shop/Home-Appliances/Vacuum-Cleaners/Canister-Vacuums.list.75102_11002_7000000000000005702


http://service.us.panasonic.com/OPERMANPDF/MCCG985-MUL.PDF

Best,

Venson

mole wrote:

Hello MOLE:

You're probably right:  Sanyo looks to merge to finance huge investments needed to expand production.  While rivals, Pana is the larger of the two.  Tho both have to agree on a price, Sanyo is valued at $8.77 BILLION:  A world leader in solar power and batteries for electronics and cars.  Here's an old article with the news.  More articles since but they are not yet posted on the Internet.

http://www.nytimes.com/external/idg/2008/11/02/02idg-Report-Panason.html  

Carmine D.