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Electronic shower panels /


            HYGIENE AND CONTROLLING                    80% WATER
            BACTERIAL PROLIFERATION                    AND ENERGY SAVINGS

            Opens/closes automatically,                Water savings
            with no manual contact                     Compared to conventional showers, electronic shower
            Electronic shower panels are operated by active   panels can offer maximum water savings. They ensure
            infrared detection. Flow opens/shuts off when    the manager’s water bills can be reduced whilst
            the detector senses hands.                 preserving user comfort.
            No manual contact prevents the spread of germs.  • Automatic shut-off and split delivery
                                                        The shower can be interrupted at any moment    Hygiene and controlling
                                                                                                 bacterial proliferation
            Anti-bacterial duty flush programme          by the user. If the user forgets, a security shut-off
            If a shower is not used for prolonged periods of time,   stops the flow after 60 seconds.
            water stagnates in the pipework, which favours    This removes the risk of waste through negligence.
            the development of bacteria (e.g. isolated points-of-use,   The flow time is reduced to the necessary minimum
            facilities closed during holidays, etc.).   (wetting, rinsing).
            DELABIE’s electronic shower panels have a duty flush
            programme.                                 • Flow rate 6 lpm
            An automatic flush takes place for approximately    DELABIE's electronic shower panels are regulated           SHOWERS
            60 seconds every 24 hours after the last use.   at 6 lpm. The flow rate remains constant regardless
                                                        of pressure variations in the system.
            Reduced-stagnation solenoid valve
            Most solenoid valves are fitted with a rubber membrane   Energy savings               Reduced-stagnation
            behind which water stagnates and is not renewed.   Electronic shower panels do not require much energy   solenoid valve
            This can lead to bacterial proliferation.  to operate.
            DELABIE has developed a technology without    DELABIE has chosen infrared active pulse technology,   Conventional   DELABIE
            a membrane (patented system).              a low-power consumption solution.             shower  panel
            With this piston-operated solenoid valve, water    The infrared beam is emitted intermittently, saving   15 lpm  6 lpm
            is drained and renewed with every use which reduces   energy while ensuring effective detection.   0%  80%
            bacterial development.                     Battery-operated models have an average lifespan
            The solenoid valve’s self-cleaning system    of 350,000 cycles (i.e. 3 to 6 years) depending on
            with a calibrated groove reduces the build-up of dirt.   the frequency of use.
            Furthermore, its slow closure eliminates water-hammer.  The Lithium batteries used are widely available,
                                                       affordable and recyclable.
                                                       The significant hot water savings provided by
            Thermal shocks
            With SECURITHERM technology, it is possible    DELABIE’s shower panels also result in energy savings.
            to undertake thermal shocks without removing
            the panel. Simply press the red button with a pointed   Environmental labels
            tool to override the maximum temperature limiter.  The water and energy saving performance    60L  12L
                                                       of DELABIE’s shower panels means that buildings
                                                       achieve the highest performance standards
                                                       for international rating schemes such as LEED,   4 min.  2 min.
            DESIGN                                     BREEAM or HQE.
                                                       For more information see page 8.          Water savings per use
            DELABIE’s products, known for their endurance
            and reliability, have a timeless design.
            Aesthetic products are subject to less vandalism
            as they are better respected. The smooth shape    COMPARISONS OF WATER CONSUMPTION
            of the showers reduces the build-up of dirt    Comparison between a conventional shower and a DELABIE electronic panel
            and facilitates cleaning.                                                                       Water
            Easy but secure access to the control mechanisms   Flow rate  Wetting  Soaping     Rinsing    consumption
            ensures easy maintenance.
                                                                                                            60L
                                                                       1 min.        2 min.         1 min.
                                                         15L                                                4 min.

                                                                                                            12L
                                                          6L           1 min.                       1 min.
                                                                                                            2 min.

















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