Glass panel balcony BIOCLEAN®

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
BIOCLEAN® is an easy-to-clean glass solution for exposed exterior glazing. A transparent, durable coating applied to the outer surface reduces dirt adhesion and facilitates cleaning of large or hard-to-reach panes. The treated glass stays cleaner longer and maintains daylight transmission with reduced maintenance effort.

BENEFITS & APPLICATIONS

• On rain-exposed outer glazing, BIOCLEAN® can halve the required cleaning frequency, reducing labour, cleaning agents and water consumption by roughly 50%.
• On less rain-exposed façades, routine cleaning is faster and often limited to a water spray, without detergents; the coating minimises streaks so drying is frequently unnecessary.
• Adapted cleaning protocols can reduce cleaning time by about one third.
• BIOCLEAN® performance remains stable over the product lifetime; treated glazing keeps its self-cleaning properties throughout service life.

HOW IT WORKS

• UV-activated photocatalysis breaks down organic dirt and deposits such as rain streaks, dust and atmospheric pollutants on the glass surface.
• Hydrophilic effect: degraded dirt is removed by rainwater (or sprayed water) which flows off the glass more uniformly.

SUITABLE APPLICATIONS

• Pitched conservatory roofs (>10°): cleaning occurs naturally by combined action of light and rain.
• Hard-to-reach panes and balustrades: lower frequency and faster cleaning.
• Exposed non-residential façades with windows (hotels, hospitals, schools, etc.): reduced maintenance for external panes.
• Glazed balconies and glass balustrades.

CERTIFICATIONS
Coating functionality of the BIOCLEAN® (II) family is certified by independent tests according to EN 1096-5 (self-cleaning performance of coatings on glass). The product is covered by a verified Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) and holds Cradle to Cradle Bronze certification.

APPEARANCE
BIOCLEAN® (II) has a similar visual appearance to conventional glass; the coating is transparent and neutral in colour.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

• RANGE: BIOCLEAN®; BIOCLEAN® II (to-be-tempered version); Bi-coated BIOCLEAN® (combined with other glass functions).
• Existing bi-coating combinations: BIOCLEAN® + PLANITHERM® XN; BIOCLEAN® + PLANISTAR® SUN; BIOCLEAN® + COOL-LITE® SKN 183, 176, 165, 154; BIOCLEAN® + STADIP® (PROTECT and SILENCE ranges).
• SUBSTRATE: PLANICLEAR® (clear glass).
• THICKNESS: 4 mm and 6 mm for annealed, to-be-tempered and bi-coated versions.
• SIZE: Standard jumbo size 3.21 x 6.00 m; also available on demand in bespoke sizes and thicknesses; available on extra-clear DIAMANT® and PARSOL® blue substrate (BIOCLEAN® II only) for production or design optimisation.
• PROCESSING, MOUNTING AND MAINTENANCE: manufacturing and service-life considerations similar to standard glazing; avoid contact between the coating and hard/sharp objects; store panes separated with soft, non-glued separators; always install with the coating facing outward; use silicone-free EPDM-style seals; clean once mounted; coating function becomes active approximately one week after installation.
• MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS: clean the coating with soft or demineralized water spray; for stubborn deposits use hot soapy water and a clean scraper or a standard window-cleaning product with a soft cloth; never use razor blades, Stanley knives or abrasive products; avoid direct contact between the coating and silicone in any form.
• AVAILABILITY: Europe and Mexico.

CHARACTERISTICS / TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Product family: BIOCLEAN® / BIOCLEAN® II
• Function: Self-cleaning / low-maintenance glass coating
• Activation: UV + rainwater (or sprayed water)
• Standards / Certification: EN 1096-5 (self-cleaning coating qualification), EPD (verified), Cradle to Cradle Bronze
• Substrate: PLANICLEAR® (other substrates on demand)
• Available thicknesses: 4 mm, 6 mm (annealed, to-be-tempered, bi-coated)
• Standard jumbo size: 3.21 x 6.00 m; bespoke sizes available
• Mounting: coating must face outward; use silicone-free EPDM-style seals
• Maintenance: minimal; water spray usually sufficient; avoid abrasive tools and silicone contact