{"id":11303,"date":"2023-06-09T09:00:55","date_gmt":"2023-06-09T07:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/asepsia-en-la-arquitectura-superficies-biocidas-y-espacios-post-covid-19\/"},"modified":"2024-06-09T19:23:36","modified_gmt":"2024-06-09T17:23:36","slug":"asepsis-in-architecture-biocidal-surfaces-and-post-covid-19-spaces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/asepsis-in-architecture-biocidal-surfaces-and-post-covid-19-spaces\/","title":{"rendered":"Biocidal Surfaces and Healthy Architecture with Bioklinker\u00ae"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]The need for <strong>biocidal surfaces and pathogen-free buildings<\/strong> became a priority after the 2020 pandemic. Before this, certain architecture and <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/projects\/\">engineering projects<\/a> already paid special attention to the <strong>pathogen-resistant properties of surfaces and materials<\/strong>. However, the COVID-19 crisis highlighted several vulnerabilities in our ways of life, affecting many sectors.<\/p>\n<p>This reality has made it essential to <strong>incorporate biocidal surfaces and healthy buildings into architectural design.<\/strong> Therefore, it is crucial to establish <strong>parameters and execution criteria that include these pathogen-resistant qualities in surfaces<\/strong>. Today, we explore a technology that meets the <strong>disinfection needs<\/strong> of facades, which are now essential and increasingly required by technical certifications.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd9846e{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd9846e\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98786{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98786\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><strong>Pathogen-Free Ceramic Facade Technology<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd9884d{height:32px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd9884d\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]Bioklinker\u00ae offers antibacterial and fungicidal protection with <strong>disinfection solutions for surfaces<\/strong>, especially effective in <strong>extruded ceramic plates<\/strong> installed as cladding for ventilated facades.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd988d6{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd988d6\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">How does Bioklinker\u00ae work on surfaces?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98971{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98971\"><\/div>[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]Bioklinker\u00ae offers several advantages over other solutions, with the most notable being its health benefits for both buildings and people.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bioklinker\u00ae <strong>does not use titanium dioxide<\/strong>, making it safe for <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/home\/faveker-installer\/\">installers<\/a> and users.<\/li>\n<li>Its active ingredient is <strong>silver oxide<\/strong>: the activity of the ions is continuous, long-lasting, and clean, posing no harm to other living beings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>It inhibits the proliferation of pathogens<\/strong> like algae, common on facades in certain geographic areas.<\/li>\n<li>It has <strong>antibacterial and fungicidal effects<\/strong>, providing an effective measure that complements regular cleaning with chemical disinfectants.<\/li>\n<li><strong>This solution is integrated into the ceramic piece<\/strong> during the firing process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd989f3{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd989f3\"><\/div>[vc_single_image image=&#8221;17717&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98aad{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98aad\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">How to Ensure Asepsis in Buildings with New Certifications<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98b50{height:32px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98b50\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]The <strong>quality of modern constructions<\/strong> is constantly evaluated. Various standards and <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/downloads\/certificates\/\">certifications<\/a> confirm parameters such as efficiency, <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/sustainability\">sustainability<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/autodeclaracion-calculo-huella-carbono-2_en_US.pdf\">carbon footprint<\/a>, and water footprint.<\/p>\n<p>With the emergence and gradual application of <strong>technologies that promote aseptic buildings<\/strong>, it is possible that the list of requirements will expand to include asepsis or incorporate it into different <strong>safety directives<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Currently, there are <strong>technical codes and certificates for improved sustainability and habitability, such as LEED, BREEAM, or PASSIVHAUS<\/strong>. The current landscape anticipates that such credits and certifications will eventually include <strong>asepsis parameters in their regulatory texts<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98bd3{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98bd3\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">What is the BREEAM Certification?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98c50{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98c50\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]BREEAM stands for <em>Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Methodology<\/em> and refers to <strong>the most advanced method for evaluating and certifying sustainability<\/strong> in construction. Developed by the BRE Global organization in the UK, it assesses the environmental sustainability of both new buildings and renovations.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98ccb{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98ccb\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">What is the LEED Certification?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98d44{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98d44\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]LEED stands for <em>Leadership in Energy &amp; Environmental Design<\/em>, a certification that refers to a <strong>set of standards and requirements for achieving sustainable buildings<\/strong>. Developed by the <strong>US Green Building Council<\/strong>, LEED certification is now very common in modern architecture.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98dbe{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98dbe\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">What is the PASSIVHAUS Certification?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98e36{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98e36\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]The PASSIVHAUS <strong>standard is a voluntary energy certification for new buildings and renovations<\/strong>, aiming for <strong>maximum user comfort<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.caloryfrio.com\/construccion-sostenible\/ventilacion-y-calidad-aire-interior\/que-es-la-calidad-del-aire-interior-cai.html\">optimal indoor air quality<\/a>, and efficient energy consumption. A PASSIVHAUS building can save up to 90% compared to a conventional construction.<\/p>\n<p>Innovations in <strong>space sanitization and cleaning<\/strong> optimize the performance of both <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/projects\/tipo-obra-new-building\/\">new buildings<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/projects\/tipo-obra-refurbishment\/\">renovated constructions<\/a>. Bioklinker\u00ae enhances the properties of ceramic pieces to meet these standards. Besides its <strong>antibacterial technology<\/strong>, it is worth noting that ceramics inherently have <strong>low porosity and resistance properties<\/strong>, resulting in a <strong>highly hygienic and safe product<\/strong> that protects our health and environment.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98eb6{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98eb6\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">FAVEKER\u00ae: Leading in Healthy and Sustainable Buildings<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98f59{height:32px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98f59\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]At FAVEKER\u00ae, we remain at the <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/products\/ceramic\/\">forefront of ceramic cladding for ventilated facades<\/a>, committed to meeting the <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/sustainable-development-goals\/\">SDGs<\/a> and ensuring pathogen-free, safe facades. As part of our mission to <strong>create healthy environments and improve the livability of cities, buildings, and spaces<\/strong>, we at FAVEKER\u00ae are working on new parameters to <strong>guarantee aseptic surfaces<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/technical-office\/\">technical office team<\/a> is here to <strong>help with any questions about your project<\/strong>. <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/contact\/\">Contact us!<\/a> We\u2019ll support your idea and offer the perfect ceramic ventilated facade solution for your building.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e955dd98fea{height:32px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e955dd98fea\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bioklinker\u00ae provides ceramic solutions with antibacterial and fungicidal protection, enhancing the hygiene of ventilated facades and meeting healthy building standards.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":11271,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"yes","_lmt_disable":"","wds_primary_category":38,"footnotes":""},"categories":[68],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11303","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-everything-for-facades"],"acf":[],"modified_by":"j.bueno@gresaragon.com","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11303","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11303"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11303\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11271"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11303"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11303"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11303"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}