Glossary
Last update: 2026-04-20
Term
Explanation
Term / Explanation
ABS strips
Edge strips made of ABS plastic to protect the edges and enhance the design
ALTUS
A term used to describe all floor-to-ceiling toilet partitions from Schäfer. These toilet partition are closed from floor to ceiling.
BLACKLINE
Schäfer design series – complete set in the trendy color black
Braille
A braille system used internationally by blind and severely visually impaired people.
Damp room doors
Fully waterproof door. Suitable for use in all wet areas.
ESG-H
Heat-treated single-pane safety glass
Edges made of varnished real wood
All vertical edges are finished with solid wood.
Finger pinch protection
A safety feature that prevents fingers from getting pinched between the door panel and the frame.
Flush front
All profiles, hardware, and connecting rosettes are flush and evenly recessed into the partition wall elements. This not only creates a beautiful, uniform appearance—it also makes cleaning much easier.
GS
Schäfer Trennwandsysteme products bear the GS mark. This mark is awarded to products intended for general use that meet the requirements of Section 21 of the Product Safety Act (ProdSG).
HPL
Laminated panels that are pressed under high pressure to create a solid core. These panels are extremely durable and waterproof
Headrail
These profiles are used to stabilize the partition wall system.
Heat-Soak-test
A controlled heat treatment process for tempered safety glass to minimize spontaneous breakage.
JUMP
Thanks to its unique design, the toilet partition appears to float above the floor.
LED Sensor
Controls the opening and locking of the toilet door
RAL
Clearly defined, standardized color shades
Sandwich elements
The multi-layered construction of the panels ensures exceptional stability
Seawater-resistant
The product is made from materials that will not be damaged, corrode, or become structurally weakened even when exposed to salt water.
Shadow gap
A narrow gap between the partition and the wall connection, which serves both aesthetic purposes and to compensate for walls that are not perfectly vertical
Underbench central locking
Simultaneous locking of both doors
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