Scotia with the exclusive Technology for the Control of Microbial Deterioration, whose design makes the cleaning of difficult areas such as edges and tiled corners easier.
With a reduced face side, Novoescocia XS integrates seamlessly in all kind of skirtings and tiled corners. Its technology offers an active and long lasting protection against more than 30 bacteria (including Salmonella and Escherichia Coli).
This profile makes easier the cleaning and disinfection in bathrooms and kitchens and as well in hospitals, restaurants, schools, sports facilities, etc.
Novoescocia XS has complementary pieces available: exterior and interior angles. For external vertical corners, you can complete the installation with Novolistel 3 Antibacterial, which has the same coating with properties of control of microbial deterioration than Novoescocia XS.
Available in a range of antibacterial colors.
Dimensions
- a: 7,6 mm
- h: 10 o 12 mm
- Lenght: 2,50 ml
Materials
Scotia profile made by extrusion of aluminium. Its coating improves the corrosion resistance and provides properties for control of microbial deterioration.The aluminium is a material with excellent chemical, physical and mechanical properties. It is lightweight, tough, ductile, malleable and highly durable.
The complementary pieces of Novoescocia XS are made of Zamak. Zamak is a non ferrous alloy of zinc with aluminium, magnesium and copper (UNE EN 1774). It is tough, has high hardness, high mechanical strength and excellent plastic deformability. The surface finish applied, protects the profile and is similar to Novoescocia XS’s finishes.
Control of the microbial deterioration
Novoescocia XS has a specific coating which protects the initial properties of materials and objects where it’s applied through the control of microbial deterioration. The technology applied to the profile is a volatile compound resistant to high temperatures. Its eficacy extends along the profile’s life and doesn’t suffer detriment in its activity because it’s not eliminated through daily cleaning.
Novoescocia XS prevents, on the surface of the profile, the growth and migration of bacteria, fungi, yeasts and molds, interfering with the gas permeability of the membrane (cellular breathing). In this way, microorganism lose quickly its ability to grow and reproduce, producing its destruction. The probability that microorganisms develope resistance to treatment is very low.
Novoescocia 4 Mini is effective against a large number of bacteria among which are: Legionella neumophilia,Escherichia Coli, Salmonella, Staphylococcos Aureus (SARM), Listeria Monocytogenes, Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, Streptococcus Faecalis, Vibrio Parahaemolyticus y Enterobacter Aerogenes.
Placement
- Tile the wall that will support the part of the profile without fixing wing.
- Spread a big amount of gripping material on the non tiled surface, perpendicular to the first one.
- Align the profile with the tiling and press to make the gripping material pass through the holes mechanized on the fixing wing.
- Place tiles along the fixing wing and press to an optimal adhesion.
- Finish the tiling, clean the remaining material and let dry.
*In humid environments or in direct touch with water, it is recommended to seal the joints between Novoescocias with silicone.
In intersections is recommendable to use the angle pieces designed for that purpose. In the case of the internal angle, it will be necessary to cut a small section of the fixing wing to achieve a joint without overlaps.
To achieve a perfect finish and protection, we recommend the installation of Novolistel 3 in external vertical edges as a complement for these Novoescocia. This listello is available with the same finish than Novoescocia with control of the microbial deterioration. The complementary angle pieces allow its combination, guaranteeing a perfect finish in the joints, also with a finish with control of microbial deterioration.
Cleaning and maintenance
The product must be cleaned periodically with a soft cloth. If you use a neutral liquid cleaner, you must rinse the profile with cold water and dry it to remove the humidity excess. The persistent dirtiness can be removed by using cleaning approved agents lightly abrasive or a grid covered with polished powder neutral. If a preserving agent is applied, as well as keep a very thin layer of water repellent, note that it can’t be yellow,attract dust or dirt or have iridescent effects.
Steel wool, abrasive cleaners, souring products as well as strong acids (hydrochloric and perchloric),strong bases (caustic soda or ammonia) or carbonated solutions are not recommended. Citric acid is neither recommended because disolves the protective layer of the surface of aluminium. Waxes, petrolatum, lanolin or similar substances are not appropriate. Solvents containing haloalkanes (hydrofluoroether and chlorinated solvents) and curing accelerators containing chlorides should not be used (use special accelerators free of chlorides).
