Vietnam Selected to be First in the Region to Experience the Advantages of Panasonic’s 1st Innovative Maintenance-Free Storage Water Heater

[July 26, 2019, Hanoi] – Panasonic officially launches the first^*1 innovative maintenance-free^*2 storage water heater with Japan technology and materials made in Japan, a product that offers delicate experience inspired by traditional hot springs Onsen of the “Land of the Rising sun”.

As a leading manufacturer in instant home shower with over 40-year experience in Asia region, Panasonic proudly introduced its first maintenance-free storage water heater with an aim to realizing a commitment of making life better for people around the world.

^*1 The first storage water heater of Panasonic in Vietnam 
^*2 Applicable for stainless steel tank and without anode bar 

According to the combination with Vietnamese market demands and a desire of bringing the long-lasting Japanese bathing culture to enrich the experience, the first Panasonic storage water heater comprising 4 key unique features: maintenance-free, advanced safety, energy saving, compact design, which enhances the comfort of bathroom for Vietnamese customers.

In Vietnam and Asia markets, water quality tends to be more acidic causing enamel coating to dissolve faster and rust, a consequence leads to high risk of water pollution. Owing to the highest grade of stainless steel make in Japan withstands temperatures up to 90^oC, Panasonic storage water heater prevents lower corrosion rate and helps store clean and hygienic water. Moreover, it can be able to prevent corrosion without an anode bar, maintenance-free as no periodical replacement is required.

With reliable protection features according to strict Japanese standards, Panasonic storage water heater ensures safety to consumers. The built-in earth leakage breaker (ELB) maximizes space-saving and no additional installation required, thus it is available within and cannot be easily removed. Besides, the product is protected from water splashes from multiple direction with resistant to sprayed water of 10l/min thanks to IPX4 waterproof case. And being insulated Styrofoam of non-combustible material grade (VO) together with external case made of steel, Panasonic storage water heater is effectively protected against fire and bums. 

Towards the energy saving and eco-friendly products, Panasonic innovative storage water heater offers excellent heating capability and high energy efficiency. The bottom heating element is placed at an optimum position for effective and consistent heat convection helping shorter heating time to heat maximum volume of water from 20^oC to 75^oC. Having equipped the patented insulation from curve-shaped Styrofoam with layers of air, Panasonic’s innovative maintenance-free storage water heater slows down the flow of heat transfer which minimizes heat loss.

Not only superior in terms of technology, Panasonic storage water heater also has compact and elegant design to fit seamlessly and elegantly into any bathroom interior. The product is lightweight with easy-to-see bottom LED indicator, increased safety hook with 3-point support, built-in ELB making it easy for installation, accessibility and visibility. The products of numerous sizes including 15l, 20l and 30l are suitable for bathroom spaces and demands of many Vietnamese families.

“As a leading enterprise in consumer electronics in Vietnam, one of our strategic markets in Asia region, Panasonic has been constantly innovating, pioneering to introduce “lifestyle updates” providing products and services that evolve with the individual end-user’s personal preferences and way of life to create a better life for Vietnamese consumers.” Said Mr. Yoichi Marukawa, Managing Director of Panasonic Sales Vietnam.