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Electrolux Designs Washing Machine to Break Up Unit Dose Packs & Pods

Appliance maker addresses issues with top loading machines and this popular laundry detergent format.

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By: Christine Esposito

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US Patent No. 12,123,127 B2; Electrolux Appliances has patented method and apparatus for breaking a unit dose pack of detergent in a top-loading laundry washing machine. US Patent No. 12,123,127 B2 Limitations with Top-Loading Machines In top-loading washing machines, a unit dose pod is typically dropped into the drum with the laundry at the beginning of the washing process. According to the appliance maker, this method can be ineffective at quickly dissolving the pouch and di...

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