Lithofin ProBox: modular cleaning system for natural stone processors

Building design

Professional stone processors require a comprehensive range of cleaning products. The various products are often not optimally coordinated with each other and are also difficult to transport and not very presentable. With the modular Lithofin ProBox, the expert for special cleaners, protection and care products for stone offers a solution to this challenge.

Lithofin, based in Wendlingen am Neckar, has stood for specialized cleaning, protection and care products for natural stone, artificial stone, ceramics and more for 70 years. With its “Clean, Protect, Care” stone care system, the internationally active family business offers a wide range of products that are popular with both professional processors and discerning end customers.

The new modular ProBox system from Lithofin is aimed primarily at processing companies and covers several areas of application. The modular systems are specially designed for the professional cleaning and care of stone surfaces and contain a selection of cleaning and special products, necessary tools and extras such as microfiber cloths. The Lithofin ProBox System 1-2-3 is ideal for natural stone works and kitchen worktop care, while the ProBox Clean Tile (exterior) is best suited to gardening and landscaping.

The cleaning, protection and care products in the Lithofin ProBox are contained in a robust plastic bucket with a volume of 20 liters, which is solvent-resistant and airtight. It contains all Lithofin products in sizes from 500 to 1,000 ml. While the ProBox System 1-2-3 module is intended for natural stone works and kitchen worktops, the ProBox Clean Tile module offers practical products for outdoor cleaning in the landscaping sector.

Lithofin has designed the modular system especially for the professional cleaning and care of stone surfaces. The Lithofin ProBox provides fitters and other stone processing experts with an efficient and comprehensive solution for the care and protection of natural stone. The correct use of the products helps to maintain the quality and appearance of natural stone in the long term.

Natural stone is highly valued as a high-quality, aesthetic and durable material. In high-traffic areas such as the kitchen, it is important to protect and care for the kitchen worktop well in order to keep the surfaces looking beautiful in the long term. Without proper care, natural stone surfaces can quickly become unsightly and lose their quality.

Lithofin recommends impregnating natural stone surfaces. This protects the stone from stains and liquids that can stain the porous material. This should already be done in the natural stone factory. By cleaning regularly, kitchen owners prevent the accumulation of dirt and preserve the natural color and texture of the stone. In this way, they extend the lifespan of natural stone surfaces and reduce maintenance costs in the long term.

As the ProBox System 1-2-3 is relatively complex, the company offers a free workshop. This is carried out on site without obligation by the experienced Lithofin area manager, who also serves as a personal contact for regional customers in the long term. Interested installers can thus get an idea of the products, processing and application approach before making a purchase.

The ProBox System 1-2-3 module relates to the system steps for maintaining natural stone. It consists of these three main components:

1.ProBox Protect (kitchen): This box contains all the important products and tools for impregnating natural stone and quartz composites for the kitchen. This reduces the risk of stains at the factory and makes surface care easier. The natural stone is optimally protected even before delivery. The high-performance impregnations Lithofin NanoTop and Lithofin FVE offer short processing times, high effectiveness and fast drying – ideal for the workshop. The box also contains surface preparation cleaner, microfiber cloths, nylon pads, melamine pad, disposable gloves, brushes and cups.

2ndcare set for daily maintenance cleaning by the end customer: The second system component of the Lithofin ProBox System 1-2-3 is intended for daily cleaning and is designed to ensure permanently beautiful surfaces. Lithofin offers care sets for kitchen worktops for this purpose. The high-quality products have been specially developed and approved for use in the kitchen. They are easy to use and can be personalized with the customer’s logo.

3.ProBox Clean (kitchen): With this service box for kitchen fitters, Lithofin offers support for the professional cleaning of kitchens. The box contains special cleaners and tools for kitchen worktops made of natural stone, quartz composite and ceramic. Installers typically have this box with them when installing or maintaining the worktop to remove stains quickly and effectively. The products included are Lithofin ASR, Lithofin LEV and Lithofin Lösefix as well as microfiber cloths, nylon pads and sponges. The system ensures that employees are uniformly equipped and guarantees a consistent quality of cleaning work.

There is also a suitable Lithofin ProBox called Clean Tile for gardening and landscaping. It offers decisive advantages for the cleaning and care of outdoor surfaces made of natural stone or porcelain stoneware. The optimized cleaners help to effectively remove impurities so that the longevity and aesthetics of outdoor areas are maintained. The ProBox Clean Tile (exterior) is best suited for professional landscaping companies and tilers who want to achieve excellent results for their customers.

This box offers the great advantage of easy cleaning. Thanks to the special cleaning process, stone surfaces can be cleaned easily and professionally, resulting in clean surfaces. Maintenance with ProBox Clean Tile products also supports the longevity of natural stone surfaces and preserves their natural beauty. Thanks to the high-quality products, professional care is easy to implement and leads to excellent results. In addition, the Lithofin ProBox Clean Tile, like all of the company’s service boxes, has a professional, uniform design.

By the way: To mark the company’s 70th anniversary, Lithofin is offering a new product for natural stone processing companies in the form of the ProBox modules. The boxes are ideal for kitchens and outdoor areas. Their products are designed for natural stone, quartz composite and ceramic surfaces. If required, the products can be retrofitted individually in their units. The lid of the box guarantees an airtight seal, which makes transportation easier.

Read more: Find out more about the ProBox Protect and ProBox Clean systems from Lithofin here.

POTREBBE INTERESSARTI ANCHE

Original and reproduction – What does the print edition of RESTAURO 5/23 have to offer?

Building design
Cover: The robot as sculptor? A 3D robot programmed by the Institute for Digital Archaeology in Oxford is able to produce millimeter-accurate replicas of the Elgin Marbles (British Museum) using lidar technology. Photo: © laura.veschi for Roboter srl and The Institute for Digital Archaeology

Cover: The robot as sculptor? A 3D robot programmed by the Institute for Digital Archaeology in Oxford is able to produce millimeter-accurate replicas of the Elgin Marbles (British Museum) using lidar technology.

Photo: © laura.veschi for Roboter srl and The Institute for Digital Archaeology

What is an original, a reproduction, a copy, an imitation, a forgery? And could showing reproductions, especially of frequently presented, prominent works, be a way of preserving cultural assets? But what consequences does this have for our perception of the originals? Conservators and art historians do important work in museums by recognizing what is genuine and what is false. What do the backs of artworks reveal? How can the results of an older restoration be recognized? And what scientific analysis methods are available to us today to examine works of art non-invasively?

What is an original, a reproduction, a copy, an imitation, a forgery? And could showing reproductions, especially of frequently presented, prominent works, be a way of preserving cultural assets? But what consequences does this have for our perception of the originals? Conservators and art historians do important work in museums by recognizing what is genuine and what is false. What do the backs of artworks reveal? How can the results of an older restoration be recognized? And what scientific analysis methods are available to us today to examine works of art non-invasively?

What exactly is an original, a reproduction, a copy, an imitation, a forgery? Could showing reproductions, especially of frequently presented, prominent works, be a way of preserving cultural heritage? The ancient Elgin Marbles, the marble sculptures and fragments from the Parthenon, are among the British Museum’s showpieces. London and Athens have been arguing about their repatriation for over 120 years. Now the debate is gaining new momentum – from an unexpected source. A 3D robot programmed by the Institute for Digital Archaeology in Oxford is able to produce millimeter-accurate replicas using lidar technology. This opens up completely new perspectives.

High-quality replicas of historical fittings for doors and window handles help with the restoration of listed buildings. At Ventano, these are painstakingly produced by hand using traditional sand casting methods. The Bissendorf-based company also specializes in handmade replicas of cement tiles.

The Restoration Center (RED) was founded in 1976 as a municipal cultural institute in Düsseldorf. In Ehrenhof 3a, in the immediate vicinity of the Museum Kunstpalast, restorers from a wide range of disciplines work in close cooperation with each other. Some rooms had been empty since 2005 because the installation of an air conditioning system had compromised the statics. In spring 2023, the interdisciplinary institute reopened after several years of renovation.

We hope you enjoy discovering this issue!

Dr. Ute Strimmer, Editor in Chief Restauro

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In the last issue, we looked at “Preventive conservation” – an approach to the long-term preservation of art and cultural assets that aims to prevent damage in advance or minimize the risk of damage. To the magazine preview.

Doors close easily and silently with a magnet

Building design
Honored with the German Design Award: Winner 2019

Honored with the German Design Award: Winner 2019

Until now, the usual “push-pull-slide” motion sequence has characterized the opening and closing of interior doors. Simonswerk now offers an intelligent alternative: the “Keep Closed” magnetic locking system for wooden interior doors. Its discreet design also emphasizes linear and flush room concepts.

The combination of closing magnets and magnetic plate reliably holds the door leaf in its end position without current, noise or contact. The holding force can be infinitely adjusted as required, making opening and closing intuitive, smooth and quiet. The use of several magnets enables even doors with excess height and very heavy doors to be moved silently and smoothly.

Photos: Simonswerk GmbH, Rheda-Wiedenbrück

In addition to its convincing technical features, Keep Closed impresses with its filigree design. The hinge, locking unit and handle are finely coordinated. The door leaf and frame are flush with one another, and the locking technology is integrated into the frame and door leaf in such a way that it blends completely into the wooden surface. Alternatively, the locking magnet and magnetic plate can also be installed in the upper, horizontal area of the door. This means that the functional elements are completely hidden from view. Apart from the discreet handle, which is available in five different colors, no elements of the locking system are visible when the door is closed.
The innovative and design-oriented system is suitable for many areas of application – in both the private and commercial sectors.

Product: Keep Closed – the magnetic locking system for wooden interior doors
Manufacturer: Simonswerk GmbH, Rheda-Wiedenbrück
Awards: German Design Award, Winner 2019