TAMPA, Fla. - (January 6, 2003) - All eyes will be turned towards Cologne, Germany as Küppersbusch, Germany's leading manufacturer of restaurant and up-scale residential cooking systems, launch their 2003 collection at IMM|Cuisinale, Hall 14.1, stand 8050. Küppersbusch's award winning design team will unveil their leading edge creations at this year's premier event.

Küppersbusch has brought technology and aesthetics together in a harmonious ballet of balance and simplicity. Each individual component of the new collection is designed as an independent element that can stand-alone or interact with the complete collection. The universal palate of black ceran, stainless steel and aluminum lends itself to an almost unlimited combination of design interpretation.

Highlighted at the exhibition will be the long awaited "honey-comb" cook top, the Zoom II, expandable cook top and hood, as well as the future of cooking, the induction wok (see attached).

Kuppersbusch, the 127-year-old appliance manufacture, is proud to announce their participation in the IMM (International Furniture Fair) January 13 - 19, 2003. For the first time in the history of the exhibition, appliance manufacturers have been invited to showcase their products alongside the kitchen furniture manufacturers. The show has been renamed IMM|Cuisnale to reflect this unique blend of product.

Founded in 1875, Küppersbusch has refined and perfected its production capabilities without turning its back on traditional craftsmanship and attention to detail. Dedication to a design philosophy grounded in a simple desire for quality over quantity has fostered a revolution in high design that is recognized the world over. Today, the Küppersbusch name has become synonymous with quality, design, variety, and flexibility. Küppersbusch has integrated fashion, function and technology to create unique kitchen environments that are designed to reflect the lifestyle and personality of the homeowner.

In the US, Küppersbusch products are available only through Architects, Interior Designers and select Kitchen Specialists. For additional information or for a location near you, please contact Küppersbusch USA at 800.459.0844 or visit our website at www.kuppersbuschusa.com