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Bio-Glass Countertops are made from 100% recycled glass, and is fully recyclable.  The slabs resemble translucent sea glass, with a natural satin finish and a slight texture. Bio-Glass is
non-tempered glass, allowing for custom fabrication.

Slabs may be used for Counter-and worktops, accent walls and flooring.The natural finish is satin with a slight texture. Light colors allow light to shine through.This product is not tempered.

SIZES
Available in Slab only.
49” x 110” x 3/4” thick

Click here to download a cutsheet

Bio Glass Specifications Sheet

Material Safety Data Sheet

Specifications

 TEST PERFORMED

 RESULTS

 DIN

Dimensions
Maximum panel size

 2800 x 1250 [mm], thickness 20/23 [mm]

 

Dimensional tolerances
Dimensions

 ±1,20 [mm]
 ±1,00 [mm] high polish

 

Specific gravity

 Approx. 2,4 [g/cm2]

 

Weight per m2
with 20mm thickness

 Approx. 60,00 [kg]

 

Bending strength
Characteristic value
5% fractile

 Approx. >22 [N/mm2]

 DIN 52112

Tearing strength attachment point
{anchors attached to the rear from the
firm of Keil, placement depth 13 mm}

 Approx. 3,2 [KN] {average value}

 

Elasticity module

 Approx. 57 [kN/mm_] average value

 

Hardness (According to Mohs)

 6

 DIN EN 101

Heat expansion 20-100ºC

 7,95 [10-6/K]

 DIN EN 103

Heat conductivity at 64ºC

 1,04 [W/m K]

 

Specific heat capacity Cp

 0,7 [J/g K]

 

Water absorption

 < 0,1 [Ma.-%]

 DIN EN 99

Frost resistance

 No trials with visible defects

 DIN EN 202

Stain resistance

 Class 1

 DIN EN 122

Chemical resistance

 Class AA

 DIN EN 122

Acid resistance

 Class AA

 DIN EN 122

Caustic resistance

 Class A

 DIN EN 122

Fire class

 Class A

 DIN 4102

Surface wear

 Class II, 300 revolutions

 DIN EN 154

Slip resistance

 No test for polished

 DIN 51130

Surface area

 High polish

 

Surface properties

 Closed surface, therefore easy cleaning with all
traditional cleaning agents and solvents

 

Edge finish

 all panels are supplied with facetted edges

 

Application / processing

 Flooring, Wall Details, Counter and Worktops

 

Finish

 Bio-Glass ceramics can be sawn and drilled
with water-cooled diamond tools at the construction site

 

Environment

 Bio-Glass ceramics is 100% recyclable

 

Material Safety Data Sheet

Section I – Product Identification

Trade Name: Bio-Glass™  
     
Chemical Name & Family: N/A  
     
Formula: 100% Glass  
     
HMIS Hazard Index Health 1
  Flammability 0
  Reactivity 0
  Personal Protection A

Section II – Hazardous Ingredients

Bio-Glass does not contain hazardous ingredients

Section III – Physical & Chemical Characteristics

Glass is made of almost 100% crystalline silica in the form of quartz containing 70-72% weight % silicon dioxide.

Bio-Glass consists of 100% recycled glass. Bio-Glass colors depend on recycled components (hollow glass, tableware, and/or factory shards).

Section IV – Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Bio-Glass materials are stable.

Section V – Health Hazard Data

Sanding, sawing or grinding may result in the release of dust particles which may cause irritation of the eye or nose or, with excessive long term exposure cause lung disease.

Symptoms:
Skin: Dryness, and/or irritation
Inhale: Shortness of Breath or Irritation of Nose
Eyes: Irritation

First Aid:
Skin – wash with soap and water
Inhale – remove to fresh air
Eyes – rinse with fresh water
If any symptoms persist, see a physician

Section VI – Reactivity Data

Bio-Glass materials are non-reactive.
When burned, no known hazardous by-products are emitted.

Section VII – Precautions for safe handling & use

Not considered hazardous waste.

Section VIII – Control Measures

Wear NIOSH approved HEPA respirators and safety glasses when sanding, sawing or grinding the material. Ventilation is required in confined areas where large amounts of dust will accumulate
Dust Control Equipment recommended.

Disclaimer: The data herein presented is made available solely for the consideration of the recipients and does not constitute a representative or warranty for which Coverings ETC assumes responsibility. It is the responsibility of the recipient to remain informed on Chemical Hazard Information and to design its own program and to comply with all federal, state and local laws and regulations applicable.

 

 
 
           
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