How The Washing Machine Started

The very early beginners of the washing machine started in 1691 when the first English patent was issued under the category "washing and wringing machines" It wasn't until 1752 that an early drawing appeared in "The Gentlemen's Magazine" which was an English publication from Germany.Then in 1782 Henry Sidgier was issued a British patent for his rotating drum washer. The Electric washing machine came along in around 1904 when Louis Goldenberg who worked for the Form Motor Company.By 1928 Electric washing machines were selling 1 million units a year, In 1934 the first laundrette opened in Texas with the use of coin slots and commercial laundry equipment was first produced.Over the Second World War the production of washing machines stopped yet research continued. At this point over 60% of homes in America had a washing machine.By the 1950's Several manufacturers were producing these auto or at least semi automatic machines and also the first large commmercial washing machines w
ere being produced for the commercial industry. Front loading machines became the industry standard for washing machines in Europe with Miele washing machines leading the way with diffrent speeds. In the US top loading machines are much more commonly used, many believe the reason for this difference is the fact that many Europeans like prefer integrate their machines under worktops.Because today's machines have to conform to EU standards we are given a product which is far more economical and 'Green'. Ultimately, this helps our planet and reduces carbon emmissions.The idea back in those days was to produce a waterless machine in order to save on energy. So the idea of a 'Green Machine' has been present for a long time or "airwash" technology which is being pioneered in Japan.

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