Safety glass panel BIOCLEAN®

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Summary
BIOCLEAN® is a surface-treated glass that uses the dual action of natural elements (sun - UV rays - and rain/water) to facilitate maintenance of glazing: windows, rooflights, curtain walls, facades and other configurations. Result: cleaner glass for longer, with reduced use of detergents.

Description
BIOCLEAN® is an innovative "self-cleaning" glazing designed to limit maintenance. It consists of clear, extra-clear or tinted glass on which a thin transparent layer of noble metals (photocatalytic and hydrophilic) is deposited. This layer is permanent and does not alter the existing properties of the glass (thermal, solar or acoustic insulation). The process enables the breakdown and removal of soiling by UV rays and water action, offering a durable solution without compromising glazing functionality.

Applications

• Windows, rooflights, bay windows, conservatories, atria, glazed façades and balustrades.
• Areas exposed to pollution (urban, airport or industrial environments).

Compatibilities
Can be combined with solar-control coated glasses for residential and commercial use (e.g. ECLAZ®, COOL-LITE®) and can be paired with safety or acoustic options (e.g. STADIP® PROTECT, STADIP® SILENCE) to combine ease of maintenance with other performances.

Benefits

• Reduced maintenance: photocatalytic and hydrophilic properties reduce adhesion of soiling, allowing effective cleaning by simple rinsing with water.
• Aesthetics: glazing stays cleaner longer and maintains high clarity, even in rainy conditions, enhancing building appearance.
• Environmental protection: reduces the use of detergents and lowers maintenance-related costs and impacts.

Performance
BIOCLEAN® uses the dual action of UV rays and water to degrade and remove soiling from the glass surface. The product meets the durability requirements for coated glass according to EN 1096. The BIOCLEAN® coating is classified as Class A, ensuring longevity and performance for varied building applications.

Performance table (example configurations)
Configuration | Inner glass | Composition (mm) | Light transmittance (%) | External light reflection RLext (%) | Solar factor g | Ug coefficient (W/m2.K)
BIOCLEAN® + PLANICLEAR® | - | 4 | 85 | 11 | 0,84 | -
BIOCLEAN® + PLANITHERM® XN | Inner glass PLANITHERM® XN | 4 - 16 - 4 | 77 | 14 | 0,62 | 1,1
BIOCLEAN® + ECLAZ® ZEN | Inner glass ECLAZ® ZEN | 4 - 16 - 4 | 75 | 17 | 0,56 | 1,0
BIOCLEAN® ECLAZ® SUN (ext) / PLANICLEAR® (int) | PLANICLEAR® | 4 - 16 - 4 | 68 | 17 | 0,36 | 1,0
BIOCLEAN® COOL-LITE BIOCLEAN® + PLANICLEAR® SKN 145 | PLANICLEAR® | 4 - 16 - 4 | 57 | 19 | 0,32 | 1,0

Technical characteristics / specifications

• Type: surface-treated "self-cleaning" glass (photocatalytic + hydrophilic coating).
• Coating: thin, transparent, noble metal-based, permanent.
• Substrates: clear, extra-clear or tinted glass.
• Impact on other properties: does not alter thermal, solar or acoustic insulation of the glazing.
• Standard and durability: compliant with EN 1096 durability requirements for coated glass; coating classified as Class A.
• Known compatibilities: can be combined with solar-control ranges (ECLAZ®, COOL-LITE®) and with safety and acoustic glasses (STADIP® PROTECT, STADIP® SILENCE).
• Typical applications: windows, bays, conservatories, atria, façades, balustrades; urban and industrial areas exposed to pollution.
• Environmental benefit: reduces the use of cleaning products/detergents.