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Presents The Story Of The Great Brand SUB-ZERO
This year marks the 75th birthday of one of the most storied brands in American manufacturing.
Sub-Zero began as an engineering challenge for Westye F. Bakke – he wanted to find a better and more consistent and dependable way to store his young son Bud’s Insulin due to his juvenile diabetes.
At the time, Bakke couldn’t find any freezers able to reliably and consistently preserve food and medicine at sub-zero temperatures.
The Sub-Zero Freezer Company was officially formed on August 20, 1945, in Madison, Wisconsin.
75 years
of SUB-ZERO Appliance
THE STORY OF THE GREAT BRAND

75 years
of SUB-ZERO Appliance

THE STORY OF THE GREAT BRAND
This year marks the 75th birthday of one of the most storied brands in American manufacturing.
Sub-Zero began as an engineering challenge for Westye F. Bakke – he wanted to find a better and more consistent and dependable way to store his young son Bud’s Insulin due to his juvenile diabetes.
At the time, Bakke couldn’t find any freezers able to reliably and consistently preserve food and medicine at sub-zero temperatures.
The Sub-Zero Freezer Company was officially formed on August 20, 1945, in Madison, Wisconsin.
The first prototype:
On the 1st September 1943, despite material shortages imposed by World War II, Westye F. Bakke built the first-ever freestanding freezer prototype using salvaged scrap metal. Residential refrigerators at the time only had ice cube compartments, with no ability to deep freeze foods for extended use.
Home Freezing:
In 1945, 2 years after the first prototype, Bakke registered the Sub-Zero Freezer Company as an official corporation. The Sub-Zero freezer becomes the first home freezer to meet the strict new standards for safe home freezing and from that moment on believed in the traditional value of quality over quantity. Westye would say, "Quality is going to be the cornerstone of this company," says president and CEO Jim Bakke (Westye's grandson).
1943
Original 1950 Chevy Sub-Zero delivery truck

1943

The first prototype:
On the 1st September 1943, despite material shortages imposed by World War II, Westye F. Bakke built the first-ever freestanding freezer prototype using salvaged scrap metal. Residential refrigerators at the time only had ice cube compartments, with no ability to deep freeze foods for extended use.

1945

Home Freezing:
In 1945, 2 years after the first prototype, Bakke registered the Sub-Zero Freezer Company as an official corporation. The Sub-Zero freezer becomes the first home freezer to meet the strict new standards for safe home freezing and from that moment on believed in the traditional value of quality over quantity. Westye would say, "Quality is going to be the cornerstone of this company," says president and CEO Jim Bakke (Westye's grandson).
Two in One Dual Refrigeration:
In 1955, Sub-Zero introduced their fridge freezers with dual refrigeration, ensuring fridge and freezer foods are safely preserved in separate, sealed systems.
Matching Appliances:
In the late 1950s, there was a high demand for kitchen appliances that were homogenous with the overall kitchen design and furniture. Designers became fascinated with the concept of a seamless ‘total kitchen’. In response, Sub-Zero pioneered some first appliances designed to match the cabinetry and decor of the individual home kitchen.
1955
1960s — To Sub-Zero, design has always been as important as engineering, leading the company to develop built-in and cabinet-flush refrigerators, making the refrigerator a kitchen design element rather than a functional but unattractive freestanding box.
Built-in Appliances Take the Lead: On the 1st September 1967, Built-in refrigerators became Sub-Zero’s best-selling model, comprising approximately 70% of all sales.
Developing the Line: Bakke’s son, Bud, works with designer Bob Kelly to improve upon all the Sub-Zero models, sourcing better interior lighting and creating the freezer drawers that we all use today.
Furniture Integration:
In the 1960s Sub-Zero continued to pave the wave the way for home appliance design. On the 1st September 1964, Sub-Zero launched a line of refrigerators that could be integrated into bar counters, dining room furniture and even living room tables.
1960
1964
1967
Old Sub-Zero Freezer Model 20D

1955

Two in One Dual Refrigeration:
In 1955, Sub-Zero introduced their fridge freezers with dual refrigeration, ensuring fridge and freezer foods are safely preserved in separate, sealed systems.
Matching Appliances:
In the late 1950s, there was a high demand for kitchen appliances that were homogenous with the overall kitchen design and furniture. Designers became fascinated with the concept of a seamless ‘total kitchen’. In response, Sub-Zero pioneered some first appliances designed to match the cabinetry and decor of the individual home kitchen.

1960

1960s — To Sub-Zero, design has always been as important as engineering, leading the company to develop built-in and cabinet-flush refrigerators, making the refrigerator a kitchen design element rather than a functional but unattractive freestanding box.

1964

Furniture Integration:
In the 1960s Sub-Zero continued to pave the wave the way for home appliance design. On the 1st September 1964, Sub-Zero launched a line of refrigerators that could be integrated into bar counters, dining room furniture and even living room tables.

1967

Built-in Appliances Take the Lead: On the 1st September 1967, Built-in refrigerators became Sub-Zero’s best-selling model, comprising approximately 70% of all sales.
Developing the Line: Bakke’s son, Bud, works with designer Bob Kelly to improve upon all the Sub-Zero models, sourcing better interior lighting and creating the freezer drawers that we all use today.
Energy-Efficient Appliances

Sub-Zero began to focus on a bright idea: energy-efficient appliances. Today, sustainability and energy efficiency remain pillars of our manufacturing and product design, with the average Sub-Zero unit consuming less energy than a 75-watt light bulb.

All-Aluminum Freezer

In 1972, Westye Bakke handed the company reins to son Bud Bakke, who spearheaded the creation of a new, lightweight, all-aluminum freezer – an upright model with separate inside doors rather than a top-opening chest freezer. He also led development of the built-in refrigerator unit, which changed the future of kitchen design by fitting within surrounding counter and cabinet space.

Family Business

In the 80s and 90s, third-generation family member, Jim Bakke, continues to lead Sub-Zero into the future. The new appliances are designed with electric controls and Sub-Zero adds wine coolers to its growing portfolio.

1972: Sub-Zero began to focus on a bright idea: energy-efficient appliances. Today, sustainability and energy efficiency remain pillars of our manufacturing and product design, with the average Sub-Zero unit consuming less energy than a 75-watt light bulb.
1990s: Revolutionary integrated designs, another Sub-Zero first, made refrigeration units blend seamlessly into kitchen décor.
1995: Sub-Zero introduced the "disappearing" integrated refrigerator design and revolutionized kitchen design — again.
1995 — Building on its pioneering dual refrigeration system, Sub-Zero broke new ground with its 700 Series “integrated refrigeration” units. Integrated refrigeration meant food could be stored in separate refrigerated compartments within a single unit and allowing unit placement to be designed around a homeowner’s lifestyle
1995
Dual Temperature Zones: In 1999 Sub-Zero launched the 400 series, a new type of wine cooler designed with two separate temperature zones. This new type of cooler designed to appeal directly to wine connoisseurs and enthusiasts.
2000: Sub-Zero expands its expertise to the kitchen by adding a cooking line with the formation of Wolf Appliance Co. The Wolf brand was acquired from the residential side of a company known for its ranges and cooktops, with over 75 years of experience in commercial kitchens. In doing so, they created the ideal corporate companion and kitchen soulmate for Sub-Zero.
2005: Sub-Zero’s PRO 48 professional refrigeration systems gave home chefs the appearance and chilling versatility of a high-end restaurant kitchen.
2008: Sub-Zero introduced an antimicrobial air purification system based on NASA technology. The technology scrubs the air of ethylene gas as well as mold, viruses and bacteria that cause foods to spoil.
2013: Sub-Zero and Wolf introduced a new generation with the biggest new-product rollout in the company’s history. Seventy new appliances. Exclusive technologies. Novel décor possibilities.
2015: Launch of Wolf Gourmet, a new luxury line of countertop appliances and kitchen tools. Wolf Gourmet products will maintain the high standards of quality, state-of-the-art technology, thoughtful, innovative design, and the impeccable workmanship for which Wolf is known.
Westye Bakke passed away in 1973 and the business was taken over by his son, Lawrence “Bud” Bakke. With the incredible growth and innovation these two men made of SubZero, it is now known as the gold standard of food refrigeration and preservation in the industry.
2000
2015
2018
2005 - 2013
2018: Sub-Zero and Wolf launched state-of-the-art dishwashers under the brand name Cove, completing the trifecta of kitchen appliances. Cove units are engineered with the same commitment to quality and innovation shared by Sub-Zero and Wolf, and Cove similarly serves as a single-focus kitchen specialist
1999
Sub-Zero kitchen

1990s

1990s: Revolutionary integrated designs, another Sub-Zero first, made refrigeration units blend seamlessly into kitchen décor.
1995: Sub-Zero introduced the "disappearing" integrated refrigerator design and revolutionized kitchen design — again.
1995 — Building on its pioneering dual refrigeration system, Sub-Zero broke new ground with its 700 Series “integrated refrigeration” units. Integrated refrigeration meant food could be stored in separate refrigerated compartments within a single unit and allowing unit placement to be designed around a homeowner’s lifestyle
Dual Temperature Zones: In 1999 Sub-Zero launched the 400 series, a new type of wine cooler designed with two separate temperature zones. This new type of cooler designed to appeal directly to wine connoisseurs and enthusiasts.

2000

2000: Sub-Zero expands its expertise to the kitchen by adding a cooking line with the formation of Wolf Appliance Co. The Wolf brand was acquired from the residential side of a company known for its ranges and cooktops, with over 75 years of experience in commercial kitchens. In doing so, they created the ideal corporate companion and kitchen soulmate for Sub-Zero.

2005

2005: Sub-Zero’s PRO 48 professional refrigeration systems gave home chefs the appearance and chilling versatility of a high-end restaurant kitchen.

2008

2008: Sub-Zero introduced an antimicrobial air purification system based on NASA technology. The technology scrubs the air of ethylene gas as well as mold, viruses and bacteria that cause foods to spoil.
Modern Sub-Zero kitchen

2013

2013: Sub-Zero and Wolf introduced a new generation with the biggest new-product rollout in the company’s history. Seventy new appliances. Exclusive technologies. Novel décor possibilities.

2015

2015: Launch of Wolf Gourmet, a new luxury line of countertop appliances and kitchen tools. Wolf Gourmet products will maintain the high standards of quality, state-of-the-art technology, thoughtful, innovative design, and the impeccable workmanship for which Wolf is known.

2018

2018:Sub-Zero and Wolf launched state-of-the-art dishwashers under the brand name Cove, completing the trifecta of kitchen appliances. Cove units are engineered with the same commitment to quality and innovation shared by Sub-Zero and Wolf, and Cove similarly serves as a single-focus kitchen specialist.
Westye Bakke passed away in 1973 and the business was taken over by his son, Lawrence “Bud” Bakke. With the incredible growth and innovation these two men made of SubZero, it is now known as the gold standard of food refrigeration and preservation in the industry.
Why
is Number One?
Every Sub-Zero model is proudly made in The U.S.A.
In Its Third Generation Of Family Ownership
One reason for this quality and durability, is that every Sub-Zero model is proudly made in The U.S.A., either their flagship factory out of Fitchburg, Wisconsin. Sub-Zero has two other factories that are located in Goodyear, Arizona and Richmond, Kentucky.

Jim Bakke, president and CEO of Sub-Zero Group, Inc. — "Since my grandfather, Westye F. Bakke, established the company, it has operated on the belief that if you make the highest-quality product, you'll always have customers. Since the beginning, we've been dedicated to making quality products, in the USA, in direct response to homeowners' needs. We've done this for 70 years, and we'll continue to do so for the next 70 years."
are built to last
Refrigerators
However, this does not mean that it’s going to work perfectly forever – no refrigerator can do that.

Even highest quality parts and equipment wear out through constant use.
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