Fire Line Automatic is the latest product by Planika designed primarily for architects and interior designers. The versatile, linear burner can mount into a wall, onto a shelf, or used as a see-through or fee-standing fireplace. Fire Line Automatic is a completely safe, UL compliant , CE certified device. The appliance is fully automatic with a large LED display and can be operated with a remote control. Additionally there is a 4-degree flame regulation option. The burner is made of stainless, acid proof steel with a powder coated base.   The standard model comes with a flame of 31.5” with the total device of 39” in length. Burning time with these parameters comes to well over ten hours which sets a new record in the linear burner, biofireplace market. This is attributed to a technology, where only the fuel vapour is being burned, thus, optimizing the burning process. The technology is also one of the safest as there is no direct contact between the flame, high temperatures and the fuel. Electronic safety sensors control the device at all times when working or in standby mode. The appliance is shock-proof and CO2 sensitive and it will react to any seismic activity, movement or the raise in the CO2 concentration in a room. In case of any disturbances there is a warning signal and an alert appearing on the display is shown and the fire is extinguished automatically in an instant. Fire Line Automatic provides unlimited possibilities of applications. Without a necessity for a chimney, it is a completely universal device that can be placed in any room with ventilation. It can be recessed into a wall, or purchased together with a steel casing allowing for installation into any material. Other options include incorporating the Fire Line Automatic into the Aquario, a free-standing elegant see-through fireplace or Duo Fire, a contemporary set of low tables for living room area. The length of Fire Line Automatic can be ordered to measure from 31” up to 62”. There is also a possibility of combining two or more pieces to achieve an extended fireplace, where all appliances can be operated with just one remote control. Fire Line Automatic is the safest, most universal, and user friendly fireplace on the market.

Aquario – a perfect biofireplace for chilly evenings

	Aquario – a perfect biofireplace for chilly evenings
	Now a long line of fire  can be even more exposed with the new Aquario! It is a simple see-through solution in semi-mat white lacquered MDF that can be placed virtually anywhere. With a bold figure and a new price this biofireplace is a must-have for cold winter months.
	•    10h burning time •    No hard connections •    5L fuel reservoir •    Burns bioethanol •    CE certified

Planika at Weranda’s Anniversary Party

Planika - a world renowned leader in technologically advanced biofireplaces – warmed up a party thrown in Warsaw for Weranda. Set in beautiful gardens, the location was magical for the 10th anniversary celebrations of one of the biggest interior design magazines on Polish market. With few of its most popular designs Planika added a special touch to the luminescence of the marquee and made the chilly October evening a hot memorable night.

All the best to Weranda and let them have more decades to come!

Portable fireplace - "Totem" -at Weranda’s Anniversary Party

Outdoor fireplace - "Totem" -at Weranda’s Anniversary Party

New burner for commercial spaces!
Planika introduces new, non-spill, completely safe ethanol fireplace burner for commercial spaces! Now Planika’s most popular models equipped with a new technology!
•    Real fire for terrace and garden areas •    Longest burning time– up to 7 hours •    Capacity – 2 - 3 Liters •    Only non- spill biofireplace even when       moved or pushed over •    Completely safe •    Self extinguishes when tumbled •    The inside of the burner filled with coils       of hygroscopic ceramic fibres to absorb       and keep the fuel contained •    Technology developed especially for       hotels and other commercial spaces •    The most economic biofireplace •    Burns bioethanol - eco-friendly Fanola® •    No smoke, soot, hard conections •    Portable •    Can be used indoors •    New technology available in models:       Jar, Totem, Lighthouse
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Planika at OneTrip Hotel Milan 2010

Planika is proud to present the first photos from OneTripHotel where we exhibited our products in the interiors arranged by Studio Svetti. It was pure pleasure to co operate with Emanuele Svetti on that project and the visitors seemed to like the result too. We are sending kindest regards to everyone who came to see us in Milan.

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Visit us in Milan at Zona Tortona 2010

It’s our pleasure to announce Planika’s participation in this year’s edition of Zona Tortona Design Week in Milan. We would like to invite you to OneTripHotel being a part of this huge event. Planika's team is sending a warm welcome to anyone interested in visiting us there – please come and see Planika among crème de la crème of the design world.

Venue: Via Tortona 7, Zona Tortona, Milan, Italy
Dates and times: 14th-19th April 2010, 10am – 10pm

Planika revolutionizes the bio fireplace sector

By presenting its newest model, Planika sets new standards for the market. Fire Line is a bio fireplace producing flame of unprecedented length - 800mm (31.5in). Its burner is supplied with innovative technological solutions increasing the user’s safety and maximizing the fuel efficiency.

Fire Line is the only bio fireplace on the market supplied with electronic sensors controlling the fuel level and the temperature of the whole appliance. New construction of the burner guarantees burning time for up to 7 hours with regular size and natural colour flames.

Fire Line model comes in one piece and does not require connecting to any kind of installation. It gives you limitless possibilities of arrangement and wide range of applications – for an installation in private apartments and in commercial spaces: hotels, bars, restaurants, as well as in representative office areas.

Take a fresh look at Planika this season

With a great spring awakening in wildlife Planika gets closer to nature. Look how fresh our products look in that new arrangement. As it is getting warmer let a gust of fresh air into your homes. Let Planika’s bio fireplaces into your interiors and into your gardens. Treat yourself with one of our products to say goodbye to those short gloomy days and to manifest the start of a new season. And with the forthcoming launch of our new products there is more good news to come.

 

 

Hell’s Kitchen on fire in Denmark with Planika ethanol fireplaces.

This week you can see Planika ethanol fireplaces starring in a Danish version of Hell’s Kitchen broadcasted by local TV2. Chef Wassim Hallal will oversee the competition of amateur cooks in a role held by Gordon Ramsay for Fox in the US and Marco Pierre White for ITV1. The winner of a culinary challenge shall be awarded the grand prize of Hell’s Kitchen head chef. And Planika is there to make sure the Hell’s still on fire.

Aromatherapy in the Office

Office is usually associated with a place in which you perform your daily work routines and spend most of your time there. What to do in order to make your workplace more attractive? You can place photos on your desk, you can bring potted plants to liven up the space. However, these means will only influence the mood of one person – the occupant of the desk. What can be done in order to stimulate the whole group? To enhance the working atmosphere and create a positive vibe throughout the whole office? The simplest solution is to start using aromatherapy in the office. A small portable biofireplace will not only change the overall mood but is a great facilitator of spreading a scent. It has been scientifically proved that a nice smell boosts the atmosphere and stimulates positive attitudes. Scientists looked into different types of scents, like floral, wood and citrus aromas and their influence on employees. The conclusions were following:

• Morning – citrus scents as they are fresh and stimulating.

• Afternoon – floral scents as they are stimulating neural activity and at the same time are soothing.

• Evening – wood scents as they relaxing and calming.

21st Century Fire with Ancient Healing Powers

To use aromatherapy it is necessary to have some kind of fire. Usually, it is a small candle, which unfortunately might be insufficient when we want to spread scent in a spacious interior. Placing an aromalamp in a traditional fireplace may be hazardous as the flames are unstable and the burning wood may cause the aromaholder to fall over. In this situation, the choice of a biofireplace fueled by liquid fuel seems the best decision. In all Planika Fire models the flame is stable and there is no possibility of the holder to trip over. Planika’s SPA KITS contain a special aromaholder which enables using aromatherapy with a horizontal line of fire. The 21st century solution beautifully combines the technological novelty with the ancient healing powers of aromatherapy.

Aromatherapy - the term

The term aromatherapy has been coined by a French chemist Rene-Maurice Gatefosse at the beginning of the 20th century. While experimenting in his laboratory, Gatefosse accidentally burnt his hand and put it in a bowl with lavender essential oil. To his surprise the burn healed much faster and didn’t scar the hand. This fact intrigued Gatafosse and made him look closer at the properties of this essential oil. He carried out a research and published his findings in a book entitled “Aromatherapy”.

Thyme and lavender essential oils were used during the Second World War to treat gunshot wounds and to sterilize chirurgical instruments.

Aromatherapy is a holistic therapy. It approaches a patient as a one integrated entity which can be compared to the medicine of Far East. The aim of aromatherapy is to improve the overall condition of the organism through balancing its natural immune powers.

Aromatherapy

Hippocrates, the Greek physician wrote:

'The way to health is to have an aromatic bath and scented massage every day".

True, isn’t it? Who wouldn’t like to indulge themselves? The power of aromatherapy is unquestionably immense. Everybody appreciates nice scents, whether they are relaxing, energizing or seasonal, like cinnamon and vanilla for Christmas.

Aromatherapy has always been of great interest for Planika. There has always been a set of 4 essential oils available with every product. However, we would like to broaden our knowledge of the essential oils and prepare a wider range of scents available with the biofireplaces.

This is the first post to initiate the topic of aromatherapy which will be further explored….

Aromatherapy designed especially for bioethanol fireplaces.

L-shape showcased on CBS Early Show, Tuesday January12th 2010

On Tuesday January12th Planika’s model L-shape will be showcased on the Early Show’s episode on fireplaces. See for yourself how does it differ from traditional fireplaces, how to use it and how much you can save on it. Not to mention the ecological benefits. See how Harry, Maggie, Julie, Russ and Dave get charmed by the hypnotic dance of flames.
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L-shape fireplace - Planika
Eco- Friendly fireplaces - CBS News

Planika in New York Times

Planika's model Lighthouse will be published in the forthcoming weekend issue of New York Times. For the time being take a look at the Internet news:

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/07/garden/07goods.html?scp=1&sq=planika&st=cse

Planika’s L-shaped Success in New Jersey

The innovative L-shaped vent less fireplace has been recently used to decorate the Beacon Lofts in New Jersey, the so called fifth borough of New York City. The real estators from the Helstead Properties picked the L-shape model to add some warm charm to their luxurious live/work condominiums. The home/office idea gains interest among young professionals who seek solutions fusing living and working environments proving that Planika’s products may be successfully arranged in versatile interiors.
L-shape, which runs on bioethanol based Fanola® fuel, is safe to use and completely environmentally friendly. Beside those features, the fact that it can be easily moved, as the L-shape is not restricted by a chimney, is a key decision factor for young, mobility oriented people.



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