and energy saving. Not to forget, of course, other key factors of any collective equipment, such as its strength, durability, safety and easy maintenance. Shower toilets Water is an omnipresent element in the bathroom. We use it continuously in daily hygiene and cleaning but not after the use of the toilet, when the normal thing is to use dry toilet paper. Paradoxical or not, the fact is that this habit, mainly justified by cultural issues, has been under review in recent years, as evidenced by the boom of wet wipes and the launch by major firms in the sanitary field of toilets with built-in cleaning functions and much more. Shower trays A booming product, for reasons of comfort and time saving as well as eco-efficiency, the shower tray is causing the gradual disappearance of the bath and is doing so not only with improved performance but also with great style. New materials such as the highly fashionable solid surfaces coexist with all kinds of standard and custom formats, wide colour ranges and finishes to suit the latest decorative trends, which include ground level shower trays and almost invisible drains. Toilet lids and seats There are few everyday items that are used as frequently and pose as many hygiene requirements as toilet seats and lids. Although they often go unnoticed or are not given the importance they deserve in the bathroom, these items are continuously incorporating new features that make them more aesthetic, comfortable, hygienic, easy-to-clean and durable. Systems like damped closing or those that allow them to be disassembled and reassembled with a simple gesture coexist with extra-slim and customized designs as well as the most recent incorporation: the ‘smart’ seat with built-in cleaning. NEWS Grupo Teka moves the headquarters of its Kitchen and Bathroom Business Unit to the business hub of Madrid. Grohe introduced the new Grohe Blue Home filtering system in its Showroom. Grandform has just completely renewed its website (www.grandform.es). The Agrupación de Exportadores de Transformados (ARVET) has opened an office in Catalonia. On 15 and 16 March, the Casa de Campo in Madrid will host the Bigmat Day 2017. Hansgrohe has shown that hotels using their EcoSmart technology can save 50% on water and electricity consumption. Standard Hidráulica, S.A.U. has become part of the French group Comap. The OLI booth was one of those that most attracted the attention of visitors at the latest Interihotel event. The campaign «the conquest of space by Arco» aims to attract the attention of the professional at the point of sale. Junkers launches an initiative to provide users with tips and solutions to achieve the most savings and comfort in their homes. Hotel&SPA by ACO is an item of virtual hotel equipment that incorporates all solutions for water drainage and wastewater treatment. NEW DEVELOPMENTS Geberit presents its new 2017 rates. Grohe Rainshower®F-Series 40" Aquasymphony is the latest addition to the Grohe F-Series range of components. Cosmic has just expanded its catalogue with new Logic and Architect bathroom fittings. The Onis shower column, by Gala, is a functional basic capable of completely changing the appearance of a bathroom. Grandform has created the range of Eden+ quick-mount shower enclosures. SFA Sanitrit has presented its new tariff-catalogue that includes new developments in crushers, pumping stations and ceramics with built-in crusher. Zehnder launches the new ventilation units with high performance heat recovery. Ramon Soler presents a collection of taps with slim and inspiring aesthetics: Alexia designed by Carmen Barasona. Manillons Torrent launches its new catalogue 17/18 Genebre Group presents the new ball valve for hose connection with two outlets (ref.3059D). Unecol launches its new Rapid Concentrated Drain Cleaner, Stop Mould and a new format of the THF-free PVC adhesive. Thermor launches the new Top Sealed i D heater. The Biasi remote control modulating thermostat can provide up to 30% overall savings on the gas bill. 65 SANITARISTA'S
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