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Aerus's 10th Anniversary? Electrolux's 80th Anniversary Model(s)
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Post# 289222   7/17/2014 at 15:19 (3,541 days old) by kevin (Livonia)        

I'm wondering when the first Aerus-branded machines were produced--was it 2004 or 2005? It seems to me that the numbered "Lux" line--you know, the Lux 9000/C134D, E, F; Lux 7000/C153A; Lux 6000/U140C, U156A, Lux 5500/C141G, Lux 5000/C101K, Lux 4000/U140A, Lux 3000/U110Y, U147A, U155A; Lux 2000/C151B, Ultralux 2000/C151C, and Prolux 2000/U136B (and Floor Pro Encore/S105J) were the last of the Electrolux-branded canisters--with the retro cursive wordmark--made by Electrolux Corporation LLC. It also seems to me that the new line-up which included the orange Aerus air element logo (Lux Guardian/C154B, Lux Legacy/C153C, Lux Classic/C151D, Lux Guardian/U147F, Lux Commercial/U129Q, and Floor Pro Encore/S105L debuted in 2005.

I'm also wondering if the Ultralux/C152E was the only machine labeled with the 80th anniversary decal--I have never seen it on another machine (tank, upright, cvs, or floor pro). Since there were no other Model C152s I am taking for granted that the Ultralux was made specifically to be the 80th anniversary model.


Corrections/Additions appreciated


Post# 289743 , Reply# 1   7/21/2014 at 20:07 (3,537 days old) by kevin (Livonia)        

I just discovered that the Lux 3000 has at least two different versions--an Electrolux one and an Aerus one. The Electrolux one has the retro cursive wordmark, and the Aerus one has the orange air element logo and sans-serif capitals. So now I wonder if all the first Aerus-branded cleaners were either re-badged from the last Electrolux cleaners or modified versions thereof.

This one's model is U155A. The other Lux 3000 models were U110Y and U147A, but I'm not sure if one of these was an Aerus cleaner or if they were both Electrolux models.




Post# 289744 , Reply# 2   7/21/2014 at 20:11 (3,537 days old) by kevin (Livonia)        

Another discovery ... didn't know I had a photo of the other Aerus Lux 3000--notice that it has retained the modified retro cursive wordmark of the '50s and '60s one. Presumably this would be Model U147A:

Post# 289745 , Reply# 3   7/21/2014 at 20:13 (3,537 days old) by kevin (Livonia)        

Electrolux version of the Lux 3000 (presumably Model U110Y). I like the turquoise color v. the light blue of the Aerus versions:

Post# 289805 , Reply# 4   7/22/2014 at 09:45 (3,536 days old) by tig21er (Indiana)        
There

was only one cleaner marked 80th Anniversary model. The 3000 pictured in reply 2 had a Guardian motor in it. Thus the bulge in the front and reason for th filters in the front. 2004 was the year of the change for Aerus being put on the cleaners and Lux was the new trademark on cleaners.

Post# 289844 , Reply# 5   7/22/2014 at 16:05 (3,536 days old) by kevin (Livonia)        

Very interesting, John--especially discovering that the newest Lux 3000 had a Guardian motor. Thanks for the information!

Post# 291402 , Reply# 6   8/1/2014 at 01:53 (3,527 days old) by ronni (USA)        

I found this synopsis of Aerus LLC at: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerus_LLC...


Aerus LLC, formerly Electrolux Corp. USA, manufactures vacuum cleaners, carpet cleaners and air purifiers. It is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and has over 500 independently owned franchises in the U.S. and Canada. Aerus is the successor to Electrolux USA, the iconic manufacturer of vacuum cleaners. However, the Electrolux name is now used in the U.S. by the Electrolux Group of Sweden, which also manufactures Eureka vacuum cleaners.

Electrolux was founded in 1924 by Gustaf Sahlin, a Swedish businessman who emigrated to the United States. Its tank vacuum quickly became an industry standard, and was very popular for many decades.

In 1968, Consolidated Foods Corporation (now known as Sara Lee Corporation) acquired Electrolux.

In 1989, Electrolux Corp. USA created Purelux the first residential under-the-sink water purification system combining ultraviolet (UV) light and activated carbon filtration. Actor Lloyd Bridges was the company's spokesperson.

In 2000, the North American rights to the Electrolux brand name were sold to Electrolux Group of Sweden, which was previously unaffiliated since 1968. The corporation that originally manufactured Electrolux vacuums has been known as Aerus since 2001.

Company History[edit]
Aerus LLC was formed in 1924 as Electrolux Corporation USA.

In 1924, Gustaf Sahlin came to America to set up Electrolux Corp USA to import and sell the new tank type vacuum cleaner in America. The machine was the revolutionary Lux Model V made by AB Electro-Lux of Sweden and invented by Axel Wenner-Gren.[1] People did not know what the new contraption was at first, but when showed how well it cleaned in their home, they were sold. In 1929, A shipment of Model XI cleaners sank, this forced Electrolux Corp. to build machines in the US. In 1931, The White Sewing Machine Company in Cleveland, OH was contracted to build the Model XII,[2] however this was not a permanent move, Electrolux Corp wanted its own factory. In 1933, Electrolux Corp set up a new factory in Old Greenwich, Conn. With Electrolux Corp in good shape and making its own products, AB Electrolux divested its stock to focus on refrigerator production and made itself a minority shareholder. From then on the two companies sold different products, The American products where never sold in Europe and the European Products where never sold in America.[3]

In 1937, The now American-Owned Electrolux Corp debuts the Electrolux Model XXX (30). It is the first American only Electrolux. The Model XXX was sold from 1937-1954, making it the longest made vacuum and in that time span over 14 million where sold. A Model XXX is currently on display at the Smithsonian and it is considered one of the top 100 U.S. inventions of all time.[4] During World War II, Electrolux Corp halted vacuum production to focus on the war effort. The company made electric motors and control systems for the Army and Navy.[5]

In 1952, The company debuted the Electrolux Model LX, the first vacuum that would know when it is full and also the first vacuum to use a self-sealing bag.[6] That same style bag is still in use on some of the new Aerus - Lux model canister vacuums today. This machine would lay down the foundation for every other North American Electrolux vacuum produced.

In 1968, AB Electrolux sold its minority shares to Consolidated Foods, which then bought enough stocks to make it the majority shareholder. From the late 60s to the late 90s Electrolux Corp was a subsidiary to Consolidated Foods. In 1970, Electrolux Corp opened up its Bristol, VA manufacturing center[7] which eventually replaced the much old older Old Greenwich factory, as of 2014 it is still the main factory.

In 1998, Consolidated Foods (now Sara Lee) sold Electrolux Corp to a firm owned by Joe Urso (who still owns the company) The company was then renamed Electrolux LLC. In 2000, the company sold certain name rights back to AB Electrolux which would go into effect in 2004. In 2001, the company began to transition into the new name: Aerus. In early 2004, the rights to the name "Electrolux" on products in North America ended. 2003 was the last year the company sold products that had the word "Electrolux" on them, however Aerus LLC still holds certain rights to the Electrolux name and to the word "Lux." Electrolux LLC was formally renamed Aerus LLC.[8] After 2003, all products that used to be sold by Electrolux Corp/LLC will either have the "Aerus" or "Lux" brand name on them.

Aerus, currently makes and sells high-quality canister vacuums, upright vacuums, central vacuum systems, air purification systems and water purification systems.[9]

References[edit]
Jump up ^ The World's Best Known Vacuum Cleaner - copyright 1988 Electrolux Corporation
Jump up ^ Joined In 1924, Bill Marlatt Recalls Electrolux's Satart, Early Years, and Growth - Copyright 1979 Electrolux Coprporation
Jump up ^ 1933-1963 30th Anniversary of Electrolux at Old Greenwich - Electrolux Factory News June 1963 - copyright Electrolux Corporation
Jump up ^ www.aerushome.com/about/...
Jump up ^ The World's Best Known Vacuum Cleaner - copyright 1988 Electrolux Corporation
Jump up ^ 1933-1963 30th Anniversary of Electrolux at Old Greenwich - Electrolux Factory News June 1963 - copyright Electrolux Corporation
Jump up ^ www.aerushome.com/about/...
Jump up ^ Aerus Brand Story - A Fresh Approach To A Familiar Idea - Copyright Aerus Electrolux News 2002
Jump up ^ www.aerushome.com/about/...
The World's Best Known Vacuum Cleaner - copyright 1988 Electrolux Corporation Joined In 1924, Bill Marlatt Recalls Electrolux's Satart, Early Years, and Growth - Copyright 1979 Electrolux Coprporation 1933-1963 30th Anniversary of Electrolux at Old Greenwich - Electrolux Factory News June 1963 - copyright Electrolux Corporation www.aerushome.com/about/... Aerus Brand Story - A Fresh Approach To A Familiar Idea - Copyright Aerus Electrolux News 2002



Post# 292239 , Reply# 7   8/6/2014 at 23:06 (3,521 days old) by floor-a-matic (somewhere)        

Why can't Lux use Epic 3000 Epic 4000 Epic 7000?


Post# 307165 , Reply# 8   11/23/2014 at 15:23 (3,412 days old) by luxclassic ()        
Lux Classic Canister (C151D motor)

Can someone guide me in deciding to purchase a used lux classic canister. It appears to be in very good condition and is selling for $175. IS this a reliable model? how old might it be?
Thanks!!


Post# 307453 , Reply# 9   11/27/2014 at 22:08 (3,408 days old) by DJub85 (Virginia)        

Do you have a link or photo at least? The Classic changed colors periodically, which would help us to date it and give you a price range.


Post# 307773 , Reply# 10   12/1/2014 at 20:49 (3,404 days old) by Ronni (USA)        

luxclassic:

Below is an approximate timeline of the Model C151/Lux Classics (and the lone Model C152E) which are patterned after Electrolux Corporation's first all-plastic basic Model 1623/Limited-Edition, or L-E for short (limited meant that they did not have the automatic shut-off feature of the mid-range and premium models). The L-Es first appeared around 1984--marking their 30th anniversary this year--which is hard to believe! At first they were sold concurrently with the basic metal Model 1453s (in jade/sand and sand/taupe) and then became the sole basic model around 1988. Since that time there have been several different models with various names and colors--but very similar if not identical--in style and mechanics to the original Model 1623/L-Es.

Note: The earliest L-Es did not have a numeric model designation. They were simply "Model L-Es". After their acceptance with American consumers was proven the numeric--and alphanumeric since 1994--designations were assigned. The plastic-bodied models in the U. S. A. were a joint venture between the Canadian and American Electrolux companies. The parts were manufactured in the former and the cleaners were assembled in the latter. Canadians had successfully switched to plastic-bodied tanks in the early 1970s, but U. S. A. Electrolux executives weren't sure they would be popular with Americans, so they offered both metal and plastic lines for a while. Ten years later, in 1994, they halted the manufacture of metal-bodied tanks with the introduction of the premium Model C104A/Renaissance. The new accordian-style hoses were also introduced at this time.

Incidentally, I find it interesting that the 80th anniversary edition was a basic model rather than a premium model. Someone mentioned that it was sold on QVC, so perhaps the premium model at the time would have been too overpriced for television shoppers' preferences.


2001-03 Lux 2000/C151B (black/gray)
2003-05 Ultralux 2000/C151C (black/gray)
2004-05 Ultralux/C152E (navy/sand)--80th Anniversary model
2005-09 Lux Classic/C151D (black/gray)
2009-13 Lux Classic/C151G (white)
2013- Lux Classic/C151M (black)


Due to the longevity of the design (albeit revisions have been made over the years) I would say that it would be a reliable cleaner for you.



Bottom of a Hi-Tech 2100 (the mid-range Canadian/American plastic-bodied machine sold concurrently with the L-Es):


Post# 307802 , Reply# 11   12/2/2014 at 13:20 (3,403 days old) by ronni (USA)        

FYI ... In doing further research I discovered that there were actually three Model C152s: C152B, C152C, and C152E.

While I couldn't locate a photo of a C!52C I will take for granted that it was a 2100 like the C152B.

Aerus/Electrolux typically designates the lowest numeric value in a model set of concurrently-sold canister cleaners (i.e. C151, C152, C153, and C154) to the basic models, the middle numeric value to the mid-range models, and the highest numeric value to the premium models (one exception to this was the C152E--which was a basic model). The fact that there are 4 numeric values in the set mentioned leads me to think that the C152s were sold on QVC or in retail stores versus d2d sales. Correspondingly, the C141s were not part of a set of numeric values (there were no model C142s or C143s) which leads me to the same conclusion regarding them. Indeed, the 2100/C141s look similar to the 2100/C152B.

Incidentally, the C153s began as the Lux 7000s and later became the Lux Legacys. The C154s were the second generation of Lux Guardians. The Lux Guardian Ultra is Model C170A, and the Lux Guardian Platinum is Model C177A.

Here are the later 2100s (not the Hi-Tech 2100s or Model 2100s of the '80s) with model designations: C152B, C141A, C141B, C141E, and C141F (I could not locate photos of C141C or C141D; and C141G was a Lux 5000.

I also decided to post some C151s I located online.

Any corrections or additions are welcome.


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