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Healthcare

Hygienic privacy for operating theaters, ICUs, clinics, and patient observation suites, replacing traditional curtains that harbor bacteria and compromise sterility.

ASEPTIC SURFACES & INSTANT CLINICAL PRIVACY

ADPI healthcare solutions eliminate textile reservoirs of pathogens and enable medical staff to monitor patients safely from corridors without entering isolation suites or disturbing patient rest.

100% Disinfectable Aseptic Surface

Continuous, non-porous glass surface that withstands sodium hypochlorite, isopropyl alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, and hospital-grade chemical disinfectants without degradation.

Continuous Monitoring in ICUs & Recovery Suites

Nursing and medical staff can assess patient conditions instantly from the hallway by switching the partition to transparent, preserving calm and sterility.

Patient Rest, Dignity & Privacy

In opaque mode, patients enjoy a serene, confidential environment protected from outside gaze without feeling isolated or confined.

Prevention of Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs)

A definitive replacement for privacy curtains that accumulate viruses, spores, and multi-resistant bacteria, eliminating recurring laundering and replacement costs.

Classrooms, Cleanrooms & Educational Labs

Partition walls that provide acoustic and visual focus for clinical exams and research lectures, opening visually whenever collaborative learning is required.

Acoustic Confidentiality in Consultation Rooms

Sound insulation up to 38-42 dB safeguarding medical confidentiality (HIPAA / GDPR compliance) and patient tranquility adjacent to busy corridors.

HOW PDLC SMART GLASS WORKS

The physical operating principle of PDLC technology relies on the precise alignment of microscopic liquid crystal droplets suspended within a specialized polymer matrix between two conductive ITO polyester layers.

Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal Technology

HOW PDLC SMART GLASS WORKS

The physical operating principle of PDLC technology relies on the alignment of microscopic liquid crystal droplets encapsulated in a polymer matrix.

Turn Smart Glass On & Off in Healthcare & Educational Settings

Experience instant switchable clarity for clinical hygiene, patient privacy, and visual observation

Off On
Operating Theaters, ICU Bays & Isolation Suites

Operating Theaters, ICU Bays & Isolation Suites

Off On
Educational Classrooms, Cleanrooms & Observation Rooms

Educational Classrooms, Cleanrooms & Observation Rooms

Benefits of Hygienic Smart Glass for Medical & Educational Facilities

  • Definitive replacement for hospital textile curtains, primary vectors of bacterial transmission
  • Ultra-hygienic, non-porous, sterilizable surface highly resistant to harsh chemical disinfectants
  • Immediate on-demand patient privacy in consulting suites, triage bays, and ICU rooms
  • Continuous visual monitoring by nursing staff from the exterior without disturbing patient rest
  • Advanced acoustic insulation supporting clinical recovery and educational concentration
  • Laminated multi-layer safety glass providing certified impact and shatter resistance

Clinical & Healthcare Applications

  • ICU Patient Bays & Critical Care Suites
  • Operating Theaters & Ambulatory Surgical Suites
  • Patient Recovery Rooms & Airborne Infection Isolation Rooms (AIIR)
  • Diagnostic Imaging Suites, X-Ray & MRI Enclosures
  • Doctor Consultation Rooms & Emergency Triage Bays
  • Biosecurity Laboratories & Clinical Compounding Pharmacies
  • Teaching Auditoriums, Medical Simulation Suites & Observation Windows
State OFF (Opaque)
Zero Power • 0V
GLASS + ITO (0V) GLASS + ITO (0V) TOTAL SCATTERING (OPAQUE)
  • Zero Voltage (0V): In the absence of an applied electric field, liquid crystal micro-droplets are oriented randomly and chaotically within the solid polymer matrix.
  • Complete Visual Privacy: The refractive indices of the polymer and liquid crystal droplets do not match, scattering incident light rays in all directions. Direct line-of-sight is 100% obscured.
  • Translucent Natural Daylight: While direct visibility is fully blocked, over 55%-60% of ambient sunlight is gently diffused, illuminating interiors warmly without glare.
State ON (Transparent)
Low Voltage • 48V-65V AC
ELECTRODE (+48V) ELECTRODE (NEUTRAL) DIRECT TRANSMISSION (CLEAR)
  • Voltage Activation (48V AC): Upon energizing, the electric field induces an instant dipole moment that aligns all liquid crystal micro-droplets perpendicularly in parallel.
  • Crystal Clarity (< 10 ms): In their aligned orientation, the refractive index of the liquid crystals matches that of the host polymer, allowing light rays to pass through unobstructed.
  • State-of-the-Art Optical Clarity: Ultra-low haze (< 2.5%), eliminating the milky haze effect characteristic of earlier generation switchable films.
1. Exterior Float or Low-Iron Glass Tempered 4-12mm
2. Structural Adhesive Interlayer EVA / PVB / TPU / SGP
3. Active LCG® PDLC Core (PET + ITO + Liquid Crystal Matrix) Switchable Core
4. Structural Adhesive Interlayer EVA / PVB / TPU / SGP
5. Interior Float or Low-Iron Glass Tempered 4-12mm

High-Security Multi-Layer Composition

ADPI PDLC Smart Glass is engineered as a 5-layer architectural laminated safety glass assembled in high-pressure autoclaves or vacuum lamination ovens, delivering outstanding durability and acoustic isolation.

  • A
    Tempered or Heat-Strengthened Safety Glass:

    Available in thicknesses from 4+4 mm, 5+5 mm, 6+6 mm up to 10+10 mm, with standard float, low-iron extra-clear, or acoustic laminate options.

  • B
    Certified Structural Interlayers (EVA / PVB):

    Molecular cross-linking bonding that hermetically protects the active liquid crystal layer against moisture and guarantees superior shatter resistance.

  • C
    Concealed Electrical Termination:

    Ultra-thin copper busbars integrated seamlessly within the glass edge perimeter with concealed wiring routing through partition profiles or pivot hinges.

PDLC SMART GLASS SPECIFICATIONS

Tested and certified in leading international laboratories in compliance with electrical safety directives, acoustic insulation, and architectural durability standards.

Structural composition of architectural PDLC switchable smart glass
Ultra-Fast
< 10 ms

Switching Speed

Instantaneous switching from opaque to transparent (< 10 ms) and under 100 ms from transparent to opaque, with zero discernible latency or flickering.

Alta Eficiencia
1 - 3 W/m²

Energy Consumption

Minimal residual power consumption in transparent mode (equivalent to a small LED indicator). In dormant state (off/opaque), power consumption is 0 W/m².

Total Protection
> 99%

UV Radiation Blockage

Continuous blocking of harmful UV radiation in both states (ON and OFF), protecting occupant wellbeing and preventing degradation of clinical equipment.

Electrical Safety
42V - 70V AC

Operating Voltage

Extra-low voltage operation powered by CE-certified ADPI controllers with galvanic isolation, fully compliant for medical partitions, en-suites, and clinical wet areas.

Nitidez Premium
Desde 2.5%

Optical Haze

Industry-leading low haze index in clear state, delivering crisp, distortion-free sightlines essential for clinical observation.

Gran Formato
Hasta 1.800 mm

Manufacturing Width

Continuous seamless glass and film panels up to 1,800 mm in width by up to 4,000 mm in height, ideal for hygienic floor-to-ceiling partitions without intermediate joints.

Thermal Resistance
-20°C a +90°C

Operating Temperature Range

Advanced chemical formulation with superior thermal stability, engineered for climate-controlled surgical suites and sterile environments.

Extended Lifespan
> 18 Millones

Switching Cycles

Accelerated aging tested exceeding 18 million switching cycles with zero degradation in optical uniformity or liquid crystal clarity.

Key Industry Sectors

SECTOR-WIDE INTEGRATION OF SMART GLASS TECHNOLOGY

Engineered solutions designed to meet rigorous acoustic, privacy, and architectural demands in corporate offices, luxury residences, healthcare, and transport.

Corporate Workspaces

Corporate Workspaces

Switchable smart glass and confidential privacy on demand for corporate headquarters, executive boardrooms, and private offices.

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High-End Residential

High-End Residential

Bespoke architectural solutions for luxury villas and residences. Instant privacy, thermal control, and seamless elegance.

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Sector Healthcare

Sector Healthcare

Hygienic switchable glazing for hospitals, clinical rooms, and ICUs. An aseptic alternative to curtains that simplifies disinfection.

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Sector Hospitality

Sector Hospitality

On-demand privacy for guest suites, glazed bathrooms, and wellness spas in luxury resorts and boutique hotels.

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Public Transportation

Public Transportation

Protective driver partitions and passenger screens for rolling stock, buses, and rail transit systems.

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Marine & Yachting

Marine & Yachting

Solar comfort and switchable privacy for luxury yachts, bridge windows, and marine salons in marine environments.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT HEALTHCARE SMART GLASS

Technical answers to the most frequent inquiries from healthcare planners, clinical engineers, and hospital facility managers.

Textile curtains require frequent high-temperature laundering and are routinely touched with contaminated gloves or hands, harboring infectious microbes. PDLC smart glass is completely non-porous, does not trap dust or pathogens, and is sanitized in seconds during standard surface disinfection.
Yes. Privacy can be controlled via exterior wall-mounted switches, hands-free foot switches, contactless infrared wave-to-open sensors, or centralized touchscreen interfaces at the nursing station.
Yes. Self-adhesive PDLC Smart Film is applied directly to existing interior glass partitions without generating dust, debris, or loud noise, allowing patient rooms and ICUs to be upgraded in just a few hours.

Contact the ADPI Healthcare Engineering Team

Seeking expert guidance to integrate hygienic PDLC smart glass into hospitals, clinical surgical suites, cleanrooms, or healthcare facilities? Our engineering team provides prompt technical assistance.

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