My New Aerus Vacuums

[kirbyloverdan]

The

Lux Intelligence vacuum is the same as the Sauber as the Aerus Platinum .

A very popular vacuum in Europe and soon to be here in the USA .

They are one Aerus & Lux international . [this post was last edited: 1/11/2013-15:50]

 

[luxman107]

I would kill for that braided hose that come with the Lux Intelligence that Lux international sells
I am not sure how but Aerus and Lux international are some how connected

 

[williamr1248]

My New Aerus vacuuums

Maybe the storage for the floor brush did not used to be a problem when the Electrolux came with the flip/over rug and floor tool and it remained attached to the set of wands.
I really like the new machine but how are they going to make the public aware of the machine and brand? Collectors know and understand the name change but so many of the old Electrolux offices have been closed and their good name has sure taken a beating from the Electrolux's sold at Lowes.
Does the new machine have a power nozzle that locks in the upright position?
There is something about the metal and blue-gray color and shape that reminds me of the XXX.

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Rob

That was the problem but my Aerus guy says the name Aerus is catching on in this area and across the US most people have caught on many are bringing the Lowes Electrolux to them for repairs and walking out with Aerus vacuums because they are so disapointed and feel they were conned into beleiving it was an Electrolux as we know it in the USA .

The machine has two parking positions one on the side and one underneath .

The color is Black and Stainless .

 

[funeraldirector]

LUX INTELLIGENCE/GUARDIAN PLATINUM AND THE BRAIDED HOSE

All,

The Lux Intelligence was designed by Andy Eide at Aerus and I forget the engineer at Lux International AG. The development process and costs were shared by both and took six years. The reason for the delay in the North American launch was primarily the exchange rate with the euro. Originally they were going to bring the Lux 1 Royal to the North American market. I spoke at length with the President of Aerus this past week. I would definitely like to see the european hose handle and matching teardrop switches on the current hose. The european hose is a Plastiflex hose with a braided cover over it unlike the Silverado gimp hose made by former Lux subsidiary Lawrence MFG. now called Flexible Technologies. Aerus felt the urethane hose was better for the Platinum because of the braid split on the older hoses that become "furry." Great care was taken with this vacuum to avoid another "Renaissance" and the electrical issues with the circuit boards inside it. There may be some changes in the future depending on how well it sells. I like the remote handle controls of the original Guardian as well.

In lots of respects, the change to Lux makes sense for both sister companies. First Electrolux USA needed to expand beyond US and Canada and could not go global under the Electrolux name. Lux International AG is a global supplier without any manufacturing capability or access to the NA market. Both companies are spinoff's of Lux AB. Aerus has a super FloorPro and a nice upright and commercial vacuum line and great, cutting-edge air purification and water products. Several of these could be marketed globally for Lux International with 220v motors. Aerus definitely has the manufacturing capacity and volume drives production costs down. This may be the best thing ever to happen to both companies. Electrolux AB wanted to sell dishwashers and washers and dryers also. Stainless kitchen appliances and stainless floor care are complimentary as are the names Electrolux and Lux. I would have sold the Electrolux name , adopted Lux the way Aerus did, but Electrolux AB would have to brand their vacuums Eureka in North America to avoid confusion with the original American Electrolux.

Brian

 

[luxman107]

A lot of great information Brian. Thanks . I wonder if aerus Electrolux will ever introduce that steamer here that is on the lux international web site.
Mike

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Brian

do you work for Aerus ?

Thank you for the information I love the Aerus Guardian Platinum . Being a collector and owner of over 400 Vacuums my collection consists of mainly top of line companies ,

I feel this is the best canister on the market and Aerus has a true hit and will sell millions with zero problems .

If I am not mistaken this Aerus is built in Slovania my Great Grandparents country .

 

[luxman107]

That is a great idea about having an extra set of wands for the floor brush Dan. They also come in handy when I have to vacuum the crown on our ten foot ceilings. I only had one extra for my legacy but will order two for the platinum.

 

[funeraldirector]

Former Lux Guy

Dan,

I did, in fact, work for Lux for more than a dozen years. I almost scored a MAJOR contract with a French company and would now be retired if the Lux commercial was similar to the Windsor Versamatic. I am toying with going back to Lux which is why I bought this vac to evaluate. I sold about 90% Guardians and this vacuum was the Electrolux Epic 8000 when I started in the come-as-you-are section of Malden, MA in 1998.

Brian

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Brian

pretty cool , I am really impressed with this machine I am considering selling Aerus I might be talking to my Aerus guy very soon !

 

[electromatik]

The reason Electrolux/Aerus doesn't provide on board storage for a floortool is because they market the power nozzle as both for carpets/rugs and barefloors once the brushroll is turned off.

 

[electromatik]

Kirbyloverdan, the Aerus film at the website seemingly shows the Bristol, Va. factory manufacturing the Platinum, do you think it is being made there?

 

[funeraldirector]

Lux Platinum

Chris,

The Lux Intelligence/Guardian Platinum in made in the EU by Kolektor (sp?) since europe has been the primary distribution area. I expect Bristol to make other products for worldwide distribution as well as new products as well. Both FloorPro and Tristar manufacturing has returned to Bristol after a short run in Asia. I am told they are now manufacturing two shifts daily.

Brian

 

[electromatik]

OK thanks funeraldirector, I imagine they will manufacture them there eventually if a sales success, which it ought to be.

 

[mark40511]

Remember

last year someone posted a topic about this vacuum coming in January 2013 and there was a picture of it. It was a pretty long string of discussion. Now, here we are Jan 2013 and here it is. At any rate, someone had mentioned that only 500 of these were being made or something similar to that. I find that hard to believe.

 

[kirbyloverdan]

That`s not

true this machine will be produced as many as needed .

 

[williamr1248]

My New Aerus vacuums

Dan,
I see the wand holder on the side of the machine. Could this side holder be used for the wand when usng the flip/over straight suction tool?
I know -too many questions-but such a handsome machine. In the picture it looks like a top line Electrolux should look. Makes my new Miele look pretty sad with it's short power cord,short cheap hose,tiny tools and the cheap plastic flip up lid!
I hope they can make this a successful machine. I like the fact that is says LUX on top of the machine.
Thanks again for sharing the information.

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Rob

Thats the one flaw Aerus over looked adding the clip to the flip carpet/floor tool so you could park it also . I am sure they will realize this and add it soon .

I know what you mean about Miele I sure hope the new S8 line brings them back to the quality they were known for . My sister and I owned the S6 Capricorns and both had many parts break on them and I for one used mine very gently and my sister is very gentle with hers .

She went back to using her Aluminium and an Aerus Guardian Ultra canister I purchased for her .I have fixed and sold both Miele capricorns .

 

[williamr1248]

My New Aerus vacuums

Dan,
I think I like the set up of having the tools on the wand. I have serveral differen makes of canisters with the tools under the lid on the machine(even my Electrolux Epic 8000) and I just don't like having to bend down,open the door and then refit the tool in the correct space and be careful to close the plastic door and not damage the door.
I thought Electrolux had it right when you just clipped the combo tool on the hook on top and years ago you already had the rug/floor tool attached to the wands. So simple and easy to use.
It was a BIG improvement on my new Rainbow to have both the simple clip-on tool caddy on the front and it also carries the floor brush on board.
Sometimes I won't be using the tools so I don't even attach the tool carrier to the front.
This will be an exciting time for Aerus,if they market the new machine correctly.
I am sure Aerus will make some changes on this new machine after it has been out on the market a few months.

 

[joshdonnell]

Dan

Dont you mean s5 capicorn ?