Plumbing Africa July 2019 | Page 74

72 PRODUCTS TOUCHLESS TAPS Whereas conventional infrared sensors measure the amount of light reflected, the PSD sensor technology used by HANSA relies on an angle measurement of the deflected light. The tap can therefore respond accurately to the user’s hand and its position in the space. The water release is even more reliable and entirely independent of surrounding influences. The integrated chip, i.e. the “brain” of the sensor system, ensures high performance capacity. The special feature: It is built into the housing, which means that no black box is required outside the body and there is no obstacle to straightforward installation. At the same time, the chip allows subsequent customisation, such that the development of different hardware versions and additional parts becomes superfluous. The advantage is obvious: a high level of flexibility with no inconvenient installation constraints. The unit, comprising sensor system, signal processing and electromechanics, is designed as energy-efficiently as possible. Battery-supported applications are therefore also possible, which in turn are ideal for retrofaucet, as a separate power supply is not required. This magic word in digitalisation means the technical possibility of adjusting settings and exchanging data. However, as securing connectivity with a power supply requires greater alterations if in doubt, which could already spell the end of such electronic faucets, HANSA uses a more flexible solution: Connection via Bluetooth ensures independence in any installation environment. The architecture of the modern low-energy concept is designed for maximum energy efficiency at the same time as secure and stable connections. For more information, please visit www.hansa.com or call +27 (0) 11 315 6120 A GEM IN THE BATHROOM AXOR introduces AXOR Edge – a luxurious symbiosis of geometrical bodies and an ultraprecise manufacturing method. The collection transcends boundaries in aesthetics and technology: asymmetrically combined cubes yield an impressive gem. With a diamond manufacturing process, ultraprecise edges and plains result. Partially refined with a fine texture and personalisable with a selection of AXOR FinishPlus polished surfaces, AXOR Edge is available for the washbasin, the bathtub, the bidet, and with thermostat modules for the shower. AXOR Edge is massive and delicate all at once: symmetry of plains and edges asymmetrically combined. Partially enriched with a fine texture, the three-dimensional faucet is a new kind of haptic experience with a maximum of lustre and radiance. For those who prefer a more minimalistic appearance, AXOR Edge is also available without a partial texturing of the surface. Manufactured at the highest technological levels with PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) in the vacuum chambers of the AXOR production plant. High- tech that lends the surface power of resistance and longevity. But most of all, unimagined radiance and a new chromaticity for luxurious bathrooms. Personal refinement is available through seven polished AXOR FinishPlus surface colours: from Polished Gold-Optic to Polished Black Chrome. For more information, please visit www.hansgrohe.co.za or call +27 (0) 11 445 0000. VARIOUS CISTERN-INLET SOLUTION The Wirquin Doblo Dual Telescopic Inlet valve, a new product in Wirquin’s’ Inlet valve range, is a dual entry inlet valve, suitable for back, side and bottom inlet cisterns. This is a great feature for plumbers, as it saves them time between clients, by having a dual entry inlet valve at the ready for any cistern they would encounter. This can be interchanged with a simple screw action. July 2019 Volume 25 I Number 5 The Doblo is also focused on water saving with its built-in delayed action float system, which will only refill once the cistern is completely empty, saving up to 7ℓ per day. Another feature is the extendable ½-inch plastic telescopic tailpiece to lengthen and adjust to fit all water levels. For more information call +27 (0) 42 243 6000 or visit www.wirquin-pro.co.za www.plumbingafrica.co.za