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Saving resources with water management systems in kindergartens and industrial plants

Hansa — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 07:47:03 GMT

Regular manual flushing of faucets prevents stagnation and maintains water quality. But rinsing all faucets every 72 hours for 3 minutes hot and 3 minutes cold is time-consuming and resource-intensive.

A HANSA water management system with automatic rinsing is an answer to this problem. HANSA customers can now reduce the number of flushes and shorten the flushing time based on consumption data. Knowing which faucets must be flushed reduces unnecessary water consumption without compromising water quality.

Based on the data collected by HANSA, automatic flushing can save up to 60% water compared to manual flushing. The reduced water consumption and automated tasks also lead to considerable savings.

All faucets can be connected to the HANSA water management system via a data module and a gateway. A cloud-based dashboard displays the usage data of all connected faucets. HANSA customers can now also change faucet settings and schedule maintenance remotely.

Find out how two of our customers have taken advantage of the HANSA water management system:

Case 1: A kindergarten in Berlin

HANSA replaced manual faucets with touchless faucets in 4 washrooms in Fröbel Kindergarten in Berlin. The new faucets were connected to the HANSA Cloud via a gateway.

The aim was to monitor the use of faucets to maintain good drinking water quality in the building. This was achieved through automated flushing based on usage data.

In addition, the aim was to avoid stagnation and thus possible hazards during service interruptions, such as weekends and vacations.

The second benefit was to save time with automated documentation. The kindergarten received daily automatic reports on faucet usage and quarterly verification documentation.

Case 2: An industrial plant

The same points were also important for an industrial customer. The company has ambitious sustainability goals with a focus on water consumption. With HANSA's water management system, they have made their operations more sustainable. As there can be thousands of faucets in a large industrial facility, user-friendliness was also a major priority. In addition, the switch to centralized water management has resulted in significant savings.

This is how the company benefits from HANSA water management:

With the usage data, flushing for unused taps is now targeted and automated. This eliminates manual work and unnecessary water consumption.
The automated documentation saves time and leaves room for other important tasks.
Proactive battery replacement with notifications of the battery status of all connected faucets. The faucets remain operational and prevent stagnation with automated flushing processes.

The company is also testing the new energy-autonomous Electra Digital+ faucets. Electra Digital+ does not require a battery. The faucet uses the energy of the water flow with the help of turbine technology.

Last, there is no more unnecessary triggering of touchless faucets.

This was a particular problem the company faced a few years ago. The problem began when high-visibility vests became mandatory workwear in the EU. The vests kept triggering the sensors of older models of automatic faucets, even at a distance of up to 5 meters.

With the new HANSA Electra faucets, the problem is now solved. The new faucets are equipped with next-generation sensors with 2 transmission windows and one detection window. These can be precisely configured in the Bluetooth app or remotely on the dashboard. Advanced sensor settings ensure that water only flows when it should—the reduced water consumption results in considerable savings for the company.

The advantages of a water management system

A water management system offers benefits that go beyond water savings.

For example, it increases operational efficiency and extends the service life of faucets. Here's what you can expect when using a water management system:

Better control over water flow and pressure. More even distribution and reduced risk of leaks or damage.
Higher water quality. Reduced susceptibility to bacterial growth, corrosion, scaling or clogging.
Higher user satisfaction. Lower complaint rates, higher customer loyalty and better brand image.
More sustainability. Lower environmental impact, higher energy efficiency and better compliance with legal regulations.
360-degree view of all water consumption. Faucets, showers, and toilets can be connected to the water management system.

A perfectly matched faucet concept for Hygna Chalets

Hansa — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:28:52 GMT

Learn about how the wide range of HANSA’s faucets managed to complete the well-matched Hygna design concept.

About Hygna Chalets

Authentic hygge lifestyle and silence as a source of strength. With an understated, yet elegant design Hygna Chalets welcomes those seeking tranquillity and beautiful views in the Tyrolean Alpbachtal.

Traditional materials such as wood and stone combined with minimalistic, exclusive design, characterize the modern interior of the eleven chalet units. Located in the middle of nature, where a sauna, crackling fireplaces, and an infinity hot tub with impressive views over the mountains are the only company you need, it creates the perfect ambience and idyllic solitude for a time-out in complete privacy.

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The challenge: Combining well-matched design with the “Hygna Charm”

“Hygna is a feeling”– that’s how visitors describe their stays at the Chalets. And that’s also the journey that the team at Hygna wants to send its customers on during their stays: Feeling at home in an open and modern space that connects seamlessly with the surrounding environment to let minds wander and bodies re-connect with nature.

And with unique moments of wellness and relaxation as the number one priority, everything – from comforting rain showers to free-standing modern bathtubs and elegant, wall-mounted faucets had to be perfect.

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As a result, the Hygna team searched for a range of different products that could guarantee a fit with the individual designs and application areas of each chalet unit, while also preserving the well-matched overall design and charm of the place.

The solution: Attention to detail and a wide product portfolio for perfect alignment

Preceded by a long-term partnership with HANSA, they assessed the project and discussed the team’s ideas – with the overall ambition to preserve the chalets’ traditional spirit and the overall Hygna design concept.

After suggesting a pre-selection of products, implementation followed in close collaboration with HANSA ensuring a seamless process from the planning phase to the installation of the last fitting.

Offering a wide variety of product lines, HANSA was able to cover all areas of application without compromise.

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The result: Stunning elegance and a perfect match for every room

Matt Black fittings for the kitchen and the bathroom turned out to be the perfect choice to add a spark of luxury to the clean modern design of the kitchen, bathroom, and shower.

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Plus, the clean design of the HANSAPUBLIC faucets is not just a visual highlight that completes the “rustic” looks of the stone-carved washbasins. It also provides the right height and angle for a pleasant and soothing water stream and reduces the risk of water splashes – a common challenge of special-shaped washbasins.

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To complete the unique bathroom experience, a comprehensive shower system was chosen to pamper visitors with a soothing rain shower and an accompanied flexible hand shower to treat tired bodies with a relaxing spray.

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Modest design that creates bright and open spaces

When it comes to the layout of the chalets’ parlour, vast and open spaces take center stage

“We want to give our visitors all the space they need to let their minds wander and to enjoy the infinite beauty of this area.”, explains Norbert Moser, manager of the project.

For the rooms’ setup, that also meant thinking outside of the box. Placing the bathtub next to the window and the bed, instead of the bathroom, is only one example of the chalets’ unique makeup. That’s also why the HANSASTELA bathtub faucets were chosen, shaping an uncluttered, clean and open look that amplifies the feeling of freedom and unlimited space.

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“The modern fixtures perfectly complement our wide range of natural materials such as reclaimed wood and stone. Especially in our open comfort zone, the minimalistic design of the HANSASTELA bathtub faucets put the perfect final touch to our free-standing bathtubs and invite our visitors to feel comfortable, grounded, and relaxed.”, says Norbert Moser, manager of the project.

Comfort beyond design

For the Hygna team comfort also meant durability and spare parts reliability. After all, it’s intuitive and well-functioning equipment that makes or breaks the experience of any visitor. By relying on HANSA’s high-quality products and reliable service, the Hygna team could maintain its luxurious standard and guarantee peacefully tranquil experiences.

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Architecting a flagship faucet experience onboard one of the world’s most climate-smart passenger ships

Hansa — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 08:00:00 GMT

When Viking Line planned the design and interior of its new passenger cruise ship, Viking Glory, equipping the 222-metre vessel’s bathrooms and kitchens with the right choice of faucets was a smooth sailing process. Putting environment and comfort first, Viking Line naturally turned to HANSA as the reliable partner to help them deliver a variety of faucet solutions renowned for being user- and environmentally friendly.

Thanks to advanced, innovative technological solutions, Viking Glory, which will sail passengers from Finland and Sweden, including some international passengers, is set to become the world’s most environmentally friendly passenger ship. From bow to stern, no compromise was made ensuring the highest standards of comfort, safety and sustainability were upheld onboard the vessel – and where else to look for evidence of this other than the faucets?

The challenge: Designing an interior anchored in style and sustainability

At the helm of coordinating interior design for Viking Glory and responsible for the planning of crew areas and cabins was, Architect, Johan Nordberg. He was tasked with the challenge of designing an interior that would spark continued interest amongst passengers in travelling on Viking Line ships.

This meant installing a variety of faucet solutions that echoed Viking Glory’s taste for Nordic maritime, timeless thinking and understated luxury. As well as achieving the right aesthetic, a ship of this calibre also required innovative and sustainable faucet solutions to live up to its pledge of being the world’s most environmentally friendly passenger ship.

The solution: A familiar faucet delivered by a reliable partner

HANSA was selected as the obvious partner to provide faucet solutions for Viking Glory’s bathrooms and kitchens. With a variety of HANSA faucet solutions installed on Viking Line’s older fleet, ship personnel were already familiar with them.

“HANSA is a renowned manufacturer that we have been using since the 1980s, which meant it felt natural to continue this relationship.”

By partnering up, Viking Line combined their extensive expertise of ship projects with HANSA’ s customised support and solutions. Models were agreed early in the project to avoid logistical delays between Finland and the Shipbuilding yard in China. Due to well-organised planning, HANSA products and solutions arrived on schedule.

The project placed high importance on installing familiar products with a reputation for sustainable innovation. For this reason, HANSAPINTO washbasin faucets were chosen for the cabins. Their sleek, universal design and sustainable 6l/min water consumption made them the perfect choice, striking the right balance between comfort and style while helping save water and energy on board the vessel.

A wide range of shower sets and systems enabled the Viking Line team to tailor installations to their visitors’ needs and the vessel’s individual requirements, finding a perfect match for every bathroom layout. By selecting the HANSAMICRA shower solutions, for example, guests get to enjoy both timeless design and functional features that ensure uniquely comfortable, safe and ecofriendly shower experiences.

With touchless fittings, water consumption can be reduced by half, while user-friendliness and hygiene rise to new heights. For these reasons, the HANSAELECTRA range was selected for public WCs and kitchens. The touchless technology will help Viking Line’s new ship deliver on its commitment to safety and responsible operations, as it prepares to welcome passengers in a post-pandemic and climate-concerned world.

The result: All hands on deck: A ship with a new design and a unique interior

A few delays caused by the Covid-19 pandemic meant that the ship was finally delivered in February 2022, six and a half years after plans for the ship commenced. The newly designed vessel brought a familiar yet striking interior that went down well with passengers.

With the overall goal to deliver the most environmentally friendly passenger ship ever built, Viking Line looks back on a successful building project that upheld Viking Glory’s commitment to passenger safety and comfort, whilst saving energy and water consumption onboard the vessel of tomorrow.

Essinger Wohnbau: A coherent overall concept from tiles and floors to fittings

Hansa — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 11:06:02 GMT

By making the right choice of fittings, Essinger Wohnbau can fulfil a variety of building-specific requirements, as well as those of each individual householder.

As a classic real estate partner with many years experience in realising residential projects, Essinger Wohnbau attaches particular importance to an individually adapted and coherent overall concept, which at the same time offers high quality of living in the long term.

For the Essingen residential project in Limestraße, this specifically meant providing a wide range of design concepts and individual design options to engage and motivate every customer segment - from young to old.

Find out what this means for the choice of sanitary fittings and why a flexible, collaborative partnership is essential when it comes to providing customers with the best choice in functionality and design.

About the Limesstraße project

Its scenic location and unique social environment make the source of the Rems river one of the most popular residential communities in the Ostalb district. The building plot in Limestraße offers a variety of apartments with an impressive view and a modern, sustainable overall design.

The show apartment is regularly visited by customers wanting to view the variety of different designs to get inspiration for their own homes. It is therefore possible to acquire the entire show apartment as is or choose from a pre-assembled customer package.

A fine balance: individual, functional and high-quality design

Residential projects with show apartments require a high level of versatility and flexibility. In order to offer a wide portfolio of different design options, the products used, from tiles and floors to sanitary and kitchen fittings, must be versatile and adaptable.

""Our goal was to use solid construction methods to build a KFW efficiency house 55 and to conceive a high quality of living for every customer segment, from families with children, single people to older generations," says Helmut Borst, authorised representative of the Essingen-based company".

The discovery phase: Sanitary fittings for all occasions

During the decision-making process, Essinger Wohnbau focused on long-standing cooperation with its sanitary partner, HANSA. Particularly when it came to the project management, HANSA convinced them with its experience, constant exchange of information, rapid implementation and specific advice when dealing with questions and problems, which made it possible to meet any challenge quickly and easily. In this way, an appropriate solution was found to meeting the energy criteria, harmonising with the contemporary nature of the project and guaranteeing user-friendly operation.

In order to identify the right product family, product proposals were developed for the various customer packages that Essinger Wohnbau was able to present to its customers.

The result: Diverse design - unrestrained but never arbitrary

As one of our versatile design lines, HANSATWIST has an impressive extensive design portfolio. This flexibility made it possible for building projects, including those of Essinger Wohnbau, to adapt apartments to a wide variety of needs.

The balanced line allows customers to adapt washbasin, kitchen and bathroom fittings to their needs and to combine different sizes, operating concepts and lever variants.

Thanks to product features such as user-friendly lever variants (bow lever or solid lever) and easy operability, HANSATWIST is suitable for older people as well as families with children, and can meet the demands of a broad range of users of all ages and generations.

HANSATWIST at a glance

Extensive selection due to different lever variants and sizes
Modern user-friendly bow lever for all generations
Traditional or contemporary design
Sustainability in the bathroom: only 6 l/min. pressure-independent water consumption
Variants with practical functional shower heads
Optional 150 degree swivel spout
For the kitchen: Carefree enjoyment, because the HANSAPROTEC system safeguards drinking water quality

"The close cooperation with HANSA enabled us to react quickly and in a targeted manner to the challenges of the residential project, - explains Helmut Borst. The cooperative implementation process enabled us to offer versatile and adaptable sanitary equipment that simultaneously take into account the architectural design and integration of modern energy concepts.”

There are no limits to planning and design, especially in new building projects. It is often difficult to find a balance between flexible, customer-specific design ideas and a functional, coherent overall concept.

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The customized faucet solutions that brought the historic Kakola area to life creating a unique experience and preserving cultural heritage

Hansa — Tue, 14 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT

How a wide variety of faucet solutions helped preserve the cultural heritage of the famous Kakola area throughout the project’s construction phase.

The Kakolanmäki area is one of the most historical landmarks in Finland. Centred in the city of Turku, on top of the Kakola hill lies the famous former prison complex, which used to be home to some of the country’s most infamous criminals.

Ever since the prison was moved to a new location in the early 2000s, the area has turned into a trendy neighbourhood with around 260 modern apartments, restaurants, and the boutique hotel, Kakola Hotel, with its congress facilities.

Did you know?

In the Northern Europe, HANSA products are sold under the Oras name, but Oras and HANSA are sister brands under Oras Group, sharing a combined mission to create the smartest water experiences for everyone.

The challenge: Conserving the site’s historic charm and local environment

“The easiest part was purchasing the site from the state, after that, things became a little more complex”, explains Olli Ojala, chair of the board and property advisor at Kakola Group.

Transferred to the Kakola Group’s ownership in 2015, redesigning the former prison to a high-end home and hotel area meant following strict requirements. After all, the historic site forms a unique entity and covers 50,000-floor square metres of old and protected buildings, subject to supervision by the Finnish Heritage Agency.

This meant that all construction plans had to be approved before they could be implemented, a demanding task for the construction of the 260 apartment homes and 150 hotel rooms featured by the project.

Meanwhile, protecting the site’s environmental and cultural heritage was one of the project’s key priorities. This involved saving valuable resources and minimising the water and energy consumption of the project.

The solution: Combining the group’s local expertise with customised support and a wide variety of faucets

Set out to integrate sustainability into their overall architecture, the project underwent complex soil decontamination and rezoning processes. It also placed high importance on installing advanced resource-saving installations. This allowed them to meet key requirements of strict green building certifications, such as LEED and BREEAM, and simultaneously provide a pleasing, luxurious experience to guests.

“We wanted to keep water consumption as low as possible, but without compromising on comfort”, says Ojala.

By partnering up, the Kakola Group combined their local expertise with Oras Group's customised support and solutions. Carrying out projects of protected sites for 40 years, the Kakola Group was well-experienced in accommodating the specific conditions of the project. Meanwhile, Oras Group's expertise in developing water-saving installations provided guidance to select the perfect solution in each context – from luxurious hotel bathroom fixtures to kitchen faucets installed in the surrounding apartment complexes.

The perfect solution for each context: The hotel bathrooms feature Oras Safira/HANSAPINTO faucets in matt black. The apartments were fitted with Oras Optima kitchen faucets.

“We explained our criteria for the water fixtures and the Oras Group representative brought a number of models to show us. Decision-making proved easy as we were able to choose independently in a small group with the owner-family”, Ojala continues.

Aware that maintaining the historic context of the region was a key priority, Oras Group focused on supplying water infrastructure that conserves the site’s ecosystem and guarantees the quality, lifespan and availability of spare parts needed to ensure continuity and maintainability to the hotel.

A final touch – Authentic design with diverse design lines

Alongside the financial investment, the primary goal of the project was of cultural nature. The hotel, for example, offers special ‘cell rooms’ that are designed to play on the building’s former life as a prison. For this, specific faucets that create as authentic as possible experience for adventurous guests was required. That’s why the faucets chosen for this section maintain a simple design and only have a cold-water supply.

Coldwater faucet in a 'cell room.'

For the remaining installations, matt black faucets were chosen that perfectly align with the hotel’s overall interior.

“We chose the Oras Safira/HANSAPINTO and Oras Optima/HANSAFIT product families. The matt black colour goes well with the hotel's colour scheme, which was inspired by the site’s unique history”, explains Ojala.

The matt black fittings were chosen to match the hotel's colour scheme, which was inspired by the site’s unique history Oras Optima/HANSAFIT shower system and Oras Safira/HANSAPINTO washbasin faucet.

The design of shower and washbasin faucets creates a pleasingly simple aesthetic and is particularly easy to use and maintain.

The result: Perfect alignment down to the last detail

The Kakola project did not only bring new life to the Kakolanmäki region and found a new purpose for the historic landmark. It also showed the Kakola Group’s dedication to finding the perfect solution for each context.

With the overall goal in mind to create an authentic, top-notch hotel and apartment experience, the group looks back on a successful renovation project that conserves the local environment and regenerates the site’s unique charm – visible in each of the fixture’s details.

Touchless faucets help Norwegian school meet sustainability goals

Hansa — Wed, 26 May 2021 06:00:00 GMT

To ensure the newly built school followed strict energy and water-saving requirements, Oras touchless faucets provided the best solution.

Did you know?

In the Northern Europe, HANSA products are sold under the Oras name, but Oras and HANSA are sister brands under Oras Group, sharing a combined mission to create the smartest water experiences for everyone.

The wood-clad Ydalir school is a newly built complex in the Norwegian region of Hedmark – known for its timber-rich extensive woodlands – and comprises a sports hall and a kindergarten. Behind the project, local firm Ola Roald Arkitektur designed the building as part of a zero-emission neighbourhood funded by the Norwegian government, which will include over 1000 new homes, all built with sustainability in mind.

Experienced plumbers at YC Rør, who have been supplying the region with high-quality water systems since 2006, were responsible for the 8,400-square-metre school and chose to fit the space with Oras fixtures.

Most classrooms at Ydalir school and kindergarten have two HANSA touchless faucets installed liked this.

“Oras could supply the kind of products that met all the requirements at very short notice,” says YC Rør project manager Morten Pedersen, “so it was an obvious choice for us.”

Energy and water-savings become a reality

The school was awarded the Norwegian BREEAM-NOR certification thanks to the building’s environmental performance and sustainable solutions. YC Rør minimised energy use in transporting water across the building and ensured that both water and lights are activated and deactivated through smart motion sensors.

When it came to bathroom and kitchen faucets, YC Rør teamed up with Oras to meet the strict energy water-saving requirements and fitted the space with Oras Electra (HANSAELECTRA) washbasin faucets.

Thanks to the integrated touchless sensors, the faucets can ensure teachers and schoolchildren high levels of hygiene. And by activating only when used, the fixtures can cut the building’s water by half and help reduce the building’s overall energy consumption. Oras Electra (HANSAELECTRA) faucets also come with integrated Bluetooth, allowing users to connect the faucet to an app and schedule automatic flushing to prevent water from stagnating in the system.

HANSAELECTRA touchless faucet in one of the school’s bathrooms.

Experts in the field

Oras was pleased for the opportunity to bring its expertise to the table. And for YC Rør project manager Morten Pedersen, Oras proved an impeccable partner and an expert in the field.

“We have been on site one day per month for the past year making sure all technical solutions worked as intended through the seasons,” he says, “we’ve had no issues and all products from Oras work perfectly.”

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Touchless smart faucets with automatic flushing land at Berlin’s new airport

Hansa — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 09:28:25 GMT

Set to become one of Germany’s busiest transport hubs, the recently inaugurated Berlin Brandenburg Airport BER is located in Schönefeld, south of the city. With plans to further expand by 2035 and accommodate up to 58 million passengers per year, the airport is undergoing major renovation and construction – and working to ensure the highest hygiene standards.

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The challenge: Reducing stagnation in the drinking water network

With millions of passengers expected to travel through Berlin Brandenburg each year, facility manager Eiko Werth came up with a solution: equip the airport’s 200 sanitary rooms with touchless faucets that flush automatically.

“We needed to reduce stagnation in the drinking water network as much as possible, and it was important for the process to be automatic,” Werth explains.

Unlike the old fixtures, which required manual flushing to keep the installation clean, smart faucets with automatic flushing can reduce stagnation in the drinking water network and ensure compliance with drinking water hygiene requirements.

Much like an autopilot makes adjustments based on external factors to ensure a plane arrives smoothly at its destination, smart faucets enable adjustments to the frequency of the automatic flushing based on use over time — ensuring maximum hygiene and longevity in the system.

HANSAELECTRA wall-mounted touchless faucet installed in Berlin airport.

The solution: Choosing the right smart faucets for optimized automatic flushing

Bringing over 25 years of experience, HANSA sales representative Uwe Hetzschold worked with the facility management at Berlin Brandenburg to understand the solutions HANSA faucets could provide. And after comparing faucets from several manufactures, the team picked high-performing HANSAELECTRA fixtures. Unlike other touchless faucets, HANSAELECTRA are equipped with Bluetooth technology, which can help prevent stagnation in drinking water systems through automatic flushing.

With clearance given to HANSA, 250 touchless HANSAELECTRA 64432219 with Bluetooth functionality were installed in the sanitary rooms of the new Terminal 1. A further 15 wall-mounted HANSAELECTRA 00880010 were installed during the renovation of the former Schönefeld airport, now Berlin Brandenburg’s Terminal 5.

Speaking of the installation process, Eiko Wert mentioned an initial hurdle caused by the insufficient tap hole size in the barrier-free toilets. Nevertheless, the team at Berlin Brandenburg were able to complete the installation of the 250 HANSA faucets within 6 weeks. Here, the Hansa Connect app, which works with the faucet’s integrated Bluetooth technology, helped with the programming, as flushing programs could be saved individually and transferred to the faucets.

HANSAELECTRA touchless washbasin faucet with Bluetooth in Terminal 1

The result: Hygienic, automatic flushing systems in sanitary rooms

The arrival of touchless faucets that perform automatic flushing paved the way to an hygienic and efficient water system. The faucets’ touchless technology will help Berlin’s new transport hub save water and improve hygiene, as it prepares to welcome passengers in a post-pandemic world.

Along with being theft- and vandal-proof, the faucets are quick and easy to clean, further elevating hygiene standards while saving time and money in an industry that has no time for delays.

AUSTRIA CAMPUS

Hansa — Sat, 25 Aug 2018 13:55:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

The innovative AUSTRIA CAMPUS office complex located at the Praterstern traffic intersection offers its tenants a modern working environment that is specifically tailored to current workplace requirements. The approximately 200,000 square metres of space include not only working space, but also places where staff can withdraw and social interaction can take place with a range of leisure opportunities.

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THE PLANNING

The AUSTRIA CAMPUS has various sanitary facilities and office kitchens with corresponding fittings. The focus was placed on contemporary design, intelligent, resource-saving technology, long service lives and a high degree of user-friendliness.

THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2018

COUNTRY: Austria

CATEGORY: Commercial

PRINCIPAL: SIGNA

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSAELECTRA, HANSACOBRA, HANSAMIX

UNITS: 353

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OUR CONTRIBUTION

Our HANSACOBRA series of fittings was installed in the sanitary rooms. With an integrated sensor, these faucets reliably detect a user’s hand, so the water only flows when it is actually needed. The office kitchens were equipped with HANSAMIX fittings that feature not only practical comfort functions and safety elements, but especially a pull-out, 2-spray hand spray.

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THE ROSENHÜGEL RESIDENTIAL SCHEME

Hansa — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 13:49:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

The Rosenhügel in Vienna’s south-west quarter is an unusually attractive and luxurious residential scheme with 204 self-financed units. Embedded in a green, park-like landscape and yet with a lively infrastructure, this modern architectural concept is drawing the attention of more and more people who appreciate both their personal space as well as a variegated lifestyle – and who have high expectations regarding where and how they live.

THE PLANNING

The residential units were designed to have premium-grade showers, bathtubs and washbasins in keeping with the owners’ anticipations and providing a pleasant bathroom atmosphere. A variety of fittings from the HANSA | HOME and HANSA | LIVING segments were selected to meet these needs.

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THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2018

COUNTRY: Austria

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSAVIVA, HANSATWEN. HANSAMATRIX

CATEGORY: Housing industry

PRINCIPALRosenhügel Entwicklungs-, Errichtungs- & Verwertungsgesellschaft

UNITS: 204 Residential buildings

OUR CONTRIBUTION

In the shower area, the large HANSAVIVA overhead shower provides a special degree of comfort and an invitation to relax. The washbasins were equipped with HANSATWEN fittings for the extra comfort provided by their high spouts. The installation was simplified by means of our grid-based HANSAMATRIX system for optimal spatial planning.

THE BERLIN CHARITÉ

Hansa — Mon, 31 Jul 2017 08:18:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

The Berlin Charité university hospital is the most prominent representative and defender of healthcare standards in Germany. It was founded near Berlin in 1710 as a precautionary measure to care for victims of an anticipated plague outbreak. Since then it has been developed and extended steadily and it is now one of Europe’s largest and most prestigious university hospitals.

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THE PLANNING

Fittings in hospitals often have to satisfy special requirements in order to be acceptable for daily use under very varied hygienic conditions. This is where hygiene standards are extreme and the reliability of the water supply has the highest priority – which is very significant from the planning point of view.

THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2017

COUNTRY: Germany

CATEGORY: Clinic

ARCHITECTS: SAA Schweger Architekten

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSAMEDIPRO, HANSATEMPRA, HANSACARE, HANSAMEDIJET

UNITS: 1,376

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OUR CONTRIBUTION

The Charité relies on versatile special fittings solutions developed by HANSA specifically for the health sector, such as the HANSAMEDIPRO wall faucet with object loop lever. In addition, HANSATEMPRA and HANSACARE exposed thermostats and HANSAMEDIJET hand showers

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VAPIANO

Hansa — Fri, 05 May 2017 13:01:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

Whether it’s pizza, pasta or salad: In its over 200 restaurants worldwide, Vapiano provides thousands of guests with finest Italian cuisine every day. The secret ingredients for this chain’s success are self-determination and individuality paired with reasonable prices and a relaxed, cosmopolitan atmosphere.

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THE PLANNING

The restaurant guests expect user-friendly fittings technology and highest standards of hygiene in the washrooms. Equally, the Vapiano operators must be in a position to give first priority to reliable, economical operation and high functional quality to cope with the large numbers of users. And on top of that, there is the requirement that the fittings integrate harmoniously into the overall architectural concept.

THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2017

COUNTRY: International

CATEGORY: Gastronomy

PRINCIPAL: Vapiano SE

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSAELECTRA

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OUR CONTRIBUTION

The touchless HANSAELECTRA washbasin fitting has been specially designed for public places and meets the corresponding requirements perfectly. HANSA adjusts the water consumption to the specific requirements. The water only flows when it is really needed – and a predefined quantity is released. This ensures high savings in terms of water and energy consumption

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DE LEYHOEVE RESIDENCE

Hansa — Mon, 16 May 2016 12:59:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

The De Leyhoeve retirement home in Tilburg combines professional round-the-clock care with the concept of autonomous living – as well as the comfort and furnishings of a 5-star hotel. Excellent preconditions for being able to live a full life even in old age.

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THE PLANNING

The brief was to provide both the semi-public communal areas as well as the sanitary facilities of the private residences with new fittings. In keeping with the residence’s age-appropriate concept, the main focus was on aspects of safety, comfort and hygiene.

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THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2016

COUNTRY: Netherlands

CATEGORY: Residence

ARCHITECTS: Roozen van Hoppe

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSASTELA, HANSATWIST, HANSAELECTRA, HANSAMEDIJET, HANSACARE, HANSACLINICA

UNITS: 840

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OUR CONTRIBUTION

Our elegant HANSATWIST fittings were selected for the semi-public area. The shower area of the swimming pool is equipped with HANSAELECTRA shower systems, and in the showers of the private residences HANSACARE thermostats in combination with HANSAMEDIJET hand showers provide for age-appropriate shower facilities. The basin faucets are from the HANSASTELA series. The HANSACLINICA washbasin fittings complete the trio of special fittings for the De Leyhoeve care sector.

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ESTREL CONGRESS CENTER

Hansa — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 06:07:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

With over 1800 events and 360,000 visitors per year, the Estrel Congress Center is a well-established representative of Berlin’s congress and trade fair venues, providing ideal conditions for all kinds of event. The newly built Convention Hall II with 4600 square metres of space for up to 5200 visitors.Foto: Sven Hobbiesiefken

THE PLANNING

The challenge: to enable energy-saving and environmentally friendly operation of the hall (planned according to the EnEV -2014 standard). To this end, the planners selected our touchless design faucets for a combination of high-tech hardware and a timeless-modern visual appearance.

THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2015

COUNTRY: Germany

CATEGORY: Hospitality

UNITS: 34

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSASTELA

ARCHITECTS: b-k-i brandherm + krumrey interior architecture

Foto: Sven Hobbiesiefken

OUR CONTRIBUTION

34 touchless faucets from our HANSASTELA series were used in the public sanitary facilities. Apart from the appearance that matches the exclusive character of the venue, the decision was driven by the economical water and energy consumption as well as reliable and durable technology.

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BEST WESTERN

Hansa — Tue, 15 Jul 2014 10:41:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

The proximity to Amsterdam’s centre of fashion dictates that everything in the hotel should express style and design flair – and of course the bathrooms and their fittings are no exception to this.

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THE PLANNING

The proximity to Amsterdam’s centre of fashion also dictates that everything in the hotel should express style and design flair – and of course the bathrooms and their fittings are no exception to this.

THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2014

COUNTRY: Netherlands

CATEGORY: Hotel

ARCHITECTS: Moodmakers

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSADESIGNO, HANSAVIVA

UNITS: 158

OUR CONTRIBUTION

With a view to giving the design-oriented guests something inspirational, HANSADESIGNO washbasin fittings were used in the bathrooms. In the shower, a combination of HANSADESIGNO and HANSAVIVA hand-held and overhead showers guarantee a stylish and pleasant shower experience.

GYNAECOLOGICAL AND SKIN CLINIC

Hansa — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 14:07:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

This new development at the University Hospital Heidelberg costing around EUR 100 million houses the Gynaecological Clinic and the Skin Clinic. The five-storey building was opened in June 2013. It is connected with the Childrens’ Clinic that was already present on this site.

THE PLANNING

The interior colour scheme devised by designer Sylvia Leydecker emphasises warm, strong hues. Together with light-coloured wood, this produces a cosy ambience to promote the patients’ sense of well-being. The principal selected fittings, thermostats and showers from HANSA to furnish the bathroom facilities – for HANSA’s values in terms of safety and hygiene are especially important in the medical context.

THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2013

COUNTRY: Germany

CATEGORY: Clinic

ARCHITECTS: SPS-Architekten

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSAMEDICA, HANSAPRISMA, HANSATEMPRA, HANSAMEDIJET

UNITS: 1,500

OUR CONTRIBUTION

Washbasin fittings from the HANSAMEDICA series were used in the labour ward and the operating theatres. The HANSAPRISMA and HANSATEMPRA thermostats used in patient baths ensure the highest degree of safety thanks to the integrated scalding protection. The showers are additionally equipped with low-aerosol HANSAMEDIJET hand showers.

CELEBRITY ECLIPSE

Hansa — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 06:02:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

With over 200 destinations and a crew of up to 1,271 persons, the Celebrity Eclipse is a cruise liner of a very special class. Cruise guests who prefer not to go ashore can enjoy the varied and fascinating on-board attractions: Fitness and spa facilities, mouth-watering cuisine and clubs and bars on deck enhance every passenger's on-board experience. Likewise, the cabins lack nothing in terms of comfort and quality.

THE PLANNING

Water-saving fittings featuring high comfort levels and absolute reliability are obviously a good thing to have aboard a cruise ship. On the high seas it can be difficult to carry out repairs or replace defective fittings. Also: Despite the watery environment, water consumption on any ship must be kept under control, for seawater cannot easily be converted to potable water.

THE FACTS

COMMISSIONED: 2010

COUNTRY: International

CATEGORY: Cruise ship

SHIPBUILDERS: MEYER WERFT

PRODUCT SERIES: PUBLIC E

UNITS: 80

LENGTH X BREADTH: 317.NaN

SPEED: 24 knots

NO. OF PASSENGERS: 2,846

OUR CONTRIBUTION

The HANSAPUBLIC-E fittings that have been installed fulfil the most exacting design requirements as well as being very simple to operate. They also stand out from the crowd in terms of economy, because wall fittings with ingenious infrared electronic sensors only allow water to flow when it is actually needed.

BERGDORF PRIESTEREGG

Hansa — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 08:33:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

The resort of Bergdorf Priesteregg is situated on a high plateau in the mountainous Austrian state of Salzburg, 1100 metres above sea level. A total of 16 wonderful chalets offer Alpinists a holiday to remember.

THE PLANNING

The guests at this mountain ‘village’ are looking for a quiet and relaxing retreat surrounded by nature – without any compromises in terms of luxurious modern technology. Above all, the fittings for the sanitary facilities must come up to these expectations.

THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2009

COUNTRY: Austria

CATEGORY: Hotel

ARCHITECTSW2 Manufaktur

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSACANYON, HANSAMURANO

UNITS: 16

OUR CONTRIBUTION

The fittings in the HANSAMURANO series present a highly modern design inspired by classical epochs of the past. Especially the stylish material mix of glass and chrome and the unusual design accentuate the atmosphere of the mountain village.

AQUA AURELIA SUITE HOTEL

Hansa — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 08:23:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

Relaxation at the highest level: That is what the Aqua Aurelia suite hotel in the world-famous spa of Baden-Baden stands for. With direct access to the Caracalla thermal springs and tastefully modern suites, guests can immerse themselves in a stylish and stress-free ambience.

THE PLANNING

Only the best materials and excellent workmanship can ensure that the Aqua Aurelia’s quality as a thermal spring is maintained and guests can enjoy the spring water in its purest and most natural form – clearly another case for HANSA’s expertise.

THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2009

COUNTRY: Germany

CATEGORY: Hotel

PROJECT DEVELOPERNorbert Bender Bauträgergesellschaft mbH

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSADESIGNO

UNITS: 70

OUR CONTRIBUTION

Matching the luxurious style of the thermal baths, fittings from the HANSADESIGNO series were used. The combination of HANSADESIGNO fittings with their curved spouts and the extravagant console basins allows the water to flow in its most original form – a natural gush.

LEFAY RESORT & SPA

Hansa — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 10:51:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

Guests of the luxurious Lefay Resort hotel situated above Lake Garda experience a Mediterranean idyll. The spa area in particular, which won the Gala Spa Award 2010, is worth a visit in itself. Encompassing more than 3000 m², the spa area really is the place to relax from the outside world. But the hotel suites are also ideally furnished to relax and unwind, recharge your batteries and enjoy some well-deserved tranquillity.

THE PLANNING

With a view to reflecting the opulence of the Lefay Resort in the bathroom fittings as well, the basic planning aim was to ensure stylish conformity with the overall impression. The principle was not restricted to the visible, however: As quality below the surface is just as important, the choice of materials and workmanship also represent decisive factors.

THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2009

COUNTRY: Italy

CATEGORY: Resort & spa

PLANNER: Domenico Alcide & Liliana Leali

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSARONDA STYLE

UNITS: 99

OUR CONTRIBUTION

Fittings from the HANSARONDA STYLE series grace around 100 washbasins in the individual suites. However, these were not simply chosen for their outstanding design – a further attractive feature of this range is its optimized use of two precious resources, water and energy – in keeping with this hotel's commitment to environmental awareness.

BG FAMILIENHEIM

Hansa — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 14:36:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

The BG Familienheim Buchen-Tauberbischofsheim eG has been in existence for nearly 70 years now, and since its foundation it has built the impressive number of 4500 residential units. The most important common denominator: the people who live in them. The aim is to ensure that Familienheim inhabitants feel at home and safe.

THE PLANNING

In the course of a full renovation programme, new bathroom fittings were installed in 19 residential units of the ‘Im Lindenhain 2’ complex. As well as convenience and durability, the principal put considerable store by a high-quality appearance for the furnishings.

THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2009

COUNTRY: Germany

CATEGORY: Residential

PRINCIPAL: BG Familienheim Buchen-Tauberbischofsheim eG

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSASTELA, HANSATEMPRA STYLE

UNITS: 19

PURE ENJOYMENT THANKS TO HIGH QUALITY

The design-award winning HANSASTELA range of fittings graces the modern bathrooms with their clear and fine lines. Their characteristic feature is the combination of joystick operation and a broad, angular spout. For the showers, the decision was taken in favour of the HANSATEMPRA STYLE thermostat. In addition to its stylish looks, it stands out from the crowd with safety features such as the 38° hot water stop.

CARRÉ THEATER

Hansa — Fri, 16 Jul 2004 14:08:00 GMT

THE PROPERTY

Since it was opened in 1887, the Royal Theatre Carré in Amsterdam has made for first-class entertainment. Up to 1800 spectators can enjoy musical, theatrical and dance performances here throughout the year.

THE PLANNING

As part of the renovation works, the sanitary facilities were to be overhauled. For the event location with its very high numbers of visitors, the highest priorities were hygiene and sustainability in the form of low energy and water consumption.

THE FACTS

COMPLETION: 2004

COUNTRY: Netherlands

PRODUCT SERIES: HANSA ELECTRA

CATEGORY: Theatre

PRINCIPAL: Oscar Carré

UNITS: 30

OUR CONTRIBUTION

The sanitary facilities of the Carré Theatre were equipped with touchless HANSAELECTRA fittings. Thanks to modern infrared technology, these allow for individual reduction of the water consumption. Also, the visual appearance of the 30 fittings that were installed perfectly matches the representative style of the building.