79% Open Air Coziness. of humans are drawn to the outdoors.* INNOVATION. Challenge

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1 INNOVATION Open Air Coziness It s a comforting feeling gathering around a campfire under a starry night sky. Being together in the outdoors, the crackling of the flames the more intense the fire, the closer we are drawn to it. And it comes as no surprise that there is a trend to move the enjoyment of an open-air fire to the convenience of our own gardens and rooftop terraces. Glass-ceramic ensures that safety and coziness are part of the package. Challenge 79% of humans are drawn to the outdoors.* page 1 of 7

2 Outdoors has become a mega-trend: 79% of humans hear the call of the outdoors. No matter whether it is summer or winter, night or day, or merely always. What would it be like if you could have the feeling of warmth, security and coziness of the indoors in an outdoor atmosphere? What if it could all be found in an outdoor fireplace that offers protection, yet is as open and transparent as nature itself? *Representative survey of 100 owners of gardens, terraces and balconies, July 2014, Germany People page 2 of 7

3 The idea of extending the gardening season with a glass-enclosed outdoor fire has fascinated us for some time. With the Rüegg SURPRISE, we have now put this dream into reality. The fact that you can grill and cook on it to perfection coupled with its glass-ceramic enclosure makes for twice the gardening pleasure. Matthias Rüegg, CEO Rüegg Group Innovation Outdoor fireplaces: closed. Everything else: totally open. Under starry skies almost anything is possible especially when there s a material that can offer all of the comforts from indoors such as warmth, security and design freedom. page 3 of 7

4 Glass-ceramic is the dynamic solution for the outdoors. SCHOTT ROBAX fire viewing panels are perfectly suited for the newest social area and living space the outdoors. The special properties of glass-ceramics really come into its own in the great outdoors. Get close to the fire and still be safe. It will not be long before it is possible to enjoy a closer view of an outdoor fire. That is because fire viewing panels provide protection from flying sparks, escaping flames and smoke. Sudden rain or snow and even flying objects pose no threat to the heated panel. Glass-ceramics can withstand the demands of nature due to its mechanical and thermal properties. In fact, it has been certified by Germany s Technical Control Association (TÜV). page 4 of 7

5 270 fire viewing panel: The view really opens up. In the outdoors, watching the flames of a fire is a fundamental aspect of complete fireplace experience. SCHOTT ROBAX fire viewing panels can be produced with an opening angle of up to 270. With two attaching 180 panels it is even possible to achieve a 360 panoramic fire viewing. Next Be free in what you design! From minimalist flat to elegantly curved or even angular bent panels; because everyone knows that when it comes to the outdoors, almost anything goes. Gionatan Valentino, Sales Manager SCHOTT ROBAX page 5 of 7

6 Explore your ideas. page 6 of 7

7 Let s create a new world of outdoor fireplaces together. What s your next milestone? Contact Isabel Eymael Marketing Director SCHOTT ROBAX SCHOTT AG Downloads Links Brochure SCHOTT ROBAX Gallery of Modern Panels Watch SCHOTT ROBAX outdoor fireplaces with fire viewing panels More about outdoor fireplaces with SCHOTT ROBAX Rüegg outdoor lounge fireplaces with SCHOTT ROBAX fire viewing panels page 7 of 7