<h2>Full transparency – nature deserves it.</h2><p>With our BG-FILCOTEN® products, we are following a unique path of total transparency and have subjected the system to rigorous, independent environmental analysis1). This takes the form of a Life Cycle Assessment in line with ISO 14040 & ISO 14044 as well as EN 15804 and uses recognised indicators, such as the Global Warming Potential (GWP), Cumulative Energy Expenditure (CEE) and Abiotic Resource Use (ARU).</p><p> </p><h2>We put all our cards on the table – and even let others look over our shoulder.</h2><p>To confirm our transparent data, the product Life Cycle Assessment for phases A1–A4 was subsequently verified by external experts²) in line with EN 15804.</p><p> </p>

<p>Analysed and verified by:</p><p>¹) ECODESIGN company – www.ecodesign-company.com</p><p>²) ESU-services GmbH – <a href="http://www.esu-services.ch">www.esu-services.ch</a></p>

<p>Sustainability is one of the most important elements of our corporate culture. This can be seen from the materials, the manufacturing processes and the energy used. After all, we are a member of the<strong> Climate Alliance</strong> Austria, the country’s largest climate protection network, for a reason.</p><h2>Our view of entrepreneurship is not to look at the profit alone.</h2><p>The company’s success and development will always be closely connected to its responsibility to society – and for the environment. After all, what good is a huge profit if you can’t bare to look at yourself in the mirror at the end of the day?<br> </p><h2>Lived sustainability in all its facets.</h2><p>For this reason, the sustainable use of our environment is a key element of our corporate culture and more than just a marketing promise:<br> </p><h2>certified environmentally friendly production.</h2><p>When it comes to our production processes, we focus on the highest possible level of environmental protection, from the selection of raw materials through to avoiding excess waste. With this in mind, we have implemented a certified environmental and energy management system in accordance with ISO 14001 and 50001 at our location in Oberwang, Austria.<br> </p><h2>High-performance products: with a view to protecting people and nature.</h2><p>We develop our products with the aim of maximising their performance. And by performance, we also mean protecting people and the environment as much as possible.<br> </p><h2>Sustainable to the end: We use recyclable raw materials.</h2><p>Most of our products are made of mineral raw materials or metal. They are therefore 100% recyclable and can be assigned to quality class U-A according to the certification by the Salzburg Institute for Construction Engineering Research (bvfs), a state-accredited test and research facility for building construction and building materials.<br> </p><h2>Clean energy for clean products.</h2><p>We believe in green energy. As an example, we use 100 % renewable energy for our BG-FILCOTEN® channels.</p>

<h2> </h2><h2>FILCOTEN for example: certified non-toxic</h2><p>This means that our innovative FILCOTEN HPC material is free of synthetic resins and solvents. So, even during production it is safe for people and nature. FILCOTEN channel bodies have been certified as organic construction material by the IBR (Institut für Baubiologie Rosenheim GmbH).</p>

<h2>BG green energy (as at 2018)</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Percentage</td><td>Energy source</td></tr><tr><td>51.33 %</td><td>Hydropower</td></tr><tr><td>44.12 %</td><td>Biomass (solid and liquid)</td></tr><tr><td>2.11 %</td><td>Biogas</td></tr><tr><td>1.27 %</td><td>Wind energy</td></tr><tr><td>1.14 %</td><td>Solar energy</td></tr><tr><td>0.03 %</td><td>Other ecoenergy</td></tr><tr><td>100 %</td><td>Sustainable energy footprint</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<p> </p><ol><li>Pre-filter non-woven material for efficient precleaning.<ol><li>The pre-filter non-woven material keeps out coarse dirt, protecting the high-quality technical filter material</li><li>Very easy to install, maintain and replace</li></ol></li><li>Powerful integrated technical filter.<ol><li>Mall-ViaClean Filtermaterial, according to standard Ö-Norm B2506-3 <br>origin class A, Surface ratio of 1:150 <br>Austrian Standards certificate Nr.: N 001816 </li><li>Extremely versatile:</li><li>Outstanding efficiency as well as high and lasting cleaning performance</li><li>ViaSorp filter material in optimised quantity (height: 300 mm)</li><li>Highest possible cleaning class</li><li>Homogeneous material, no separation during use</li><li>No risk of remobilising heavy metals due to water containing de-icing salts</li></ol></li><li>3 Trapezoid-shaped perforated sheet metal made of stainless steel.<ol><li>Separates the filter material from the drainage area, keeping the outlet cross-section permanently clear</li><li>Optimised open surface for maximum water flow</li></ol></li><li>Integrated control & water sampling well<ol><li>Control/water sampling well for visual control and sampling</li><li>Easy handling: Remove the grating and take the water sample</li><li>• the purified water can then be taken and tested for its ingredients</li></ol></li><li>Innovative DN150 overflow for efficient heavy rain drainage<ol><li>Effective protection even in extreme rainfall situations</li><li>Cleaning of contaminated first flush via the technical filter</li><li>Controlled drainage of uncontaminated excess water through the overflow pipe</li><li>CAUTION! Official approval<br></li></ol></li></ol><p> </p>

<ul><li>New nominal width of 400 mm – 33% more filter surface per linear metre</li><li>Clearly reduced channel run lengths</li><li>Height of 640 mm allows for larger connection surfaces as well as improved retention</li></ul><p> </p><h2>Connection surfaces per linear metre, depending on the intensity of the rain:</h2><p> </p><figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Connectable surface [m2]</td><td>Rain intensity [l/s*Ha]</td></tr><tr><td>87</td><td>150</td></tr><tr><td>65</td><td>200</td></tr><tr><td>52</td><td>250</td></tr><tr><td>43</td><td>300</td></tr><tr><td>37</td><td>350</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<p><i>We would be pleased to provide you with an exact hydraulic calculation based on the local area in which you intend to install the channel.</i></p>

<ul><li>Control/water sampling well for visual</li></ul><p>inspection and sampling</p><ul><li>Easy handling: Remove the grating and take the water sample</li><li>Purified water can be collected and tested for its contents</li><li>geprüft werden</li></ul>

<ul><li>Effective protection even in extreme rainfall situations</li><li>Cleaning of contaminated first flush via the technical filter</li><li>Controlled drainage of uncontaminated excess water through the overflow pipe</li><li>CAUTION! Official approval must be provided for this device</li></ul>

<p>BIM is an interdisciplinary and connected method of operation that improves the efficiency and transparency of the planning and construction process using digital, three-dimensional data models. BIM lets you digitally visualise all phases of a construction project and calculate the relevant influencing factors and costs before you start building.</p><h2>Take advantage of the numerous benefits:</h2><p> </p><ul><li>Improved quality, fewer planning errors</li><li>Greater planning, scheduling and cost certainty</li><li>Improved competitiveness</li><li>Enhanced planning expertise, satisfied customers</li><li>Transparency and control in the planning process</li><li>More time, less stress</li></ul><p> </p><p>You can download our current<a href="/en-ca/registration"> BIM data</a> here.</p><p><br>Do you have any questions or need more information? Our Technical Support is here for you <a href="mailto:sales.at@bg-graspointner.com">sales.at@bg-graspointner.com</a> or call us on: <a href="tel:+436233/89000">+43 6233 8900-0</a></p>