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The first washing machine was released in early 1691 where a patent was handed out for the 'Washing and Wringing Machines'. I wasn't then until 1752 that an early drawing appeared in the magazine "The Gentlemen" which was an English magazine from Germany strangely.
Back in the day, 1782 to be precise, Henry Sidgier was granted a very special patent for his latest invention - The rotating drum washer.
The Electric washing machine came along in around 1904 when Louis Goldenberg who worked for the Form Motor Company.
By 1928 Electric washing machines were selling 1 million units a year, In 1934 the first laundrette opened in Texas with the use of coin slots and commercial laundry equipment was first produced.
In the 40's over 60% of homes had a washing machine which is a staggering figure to comprehend. Over WW2 production had to slow up as production was more focused on making ammunision and weapons.
By the 1950′s Several manufacturers were producing these auto or at least semi automatic machines and also the first large washing machines were being produced for the commercial industry.
Front loading machines became the industry standard for commerical washing machines in Europe in the 1970′s although different speeds of machines have been developed ranging from 360 to 200RPM, In the US  top loading machines are much more commonly used, many believe the reason for this difference is the fact that many Europeans like prefer integrate their machines under worktops.
Modern washing machines are far more economical than what they used to be back in the 40's. For example they now feature child locks, delayed timing and aquastop which can detect leaks in the machine. What's more is that the machines on sale today are far cheaper and more economical so it is a good result all around really.
In the future it is hoped that these machines will use less power and water and progress is already being made on this with research into waterless machines
or “airwash” technology which is being pioneered in Japan.