INAX unveils advanced Japanese bathroom technology in first PHILBEX in Iloilo City

INAX showroom at PHILBEX Iloilo

Some of the country's top designers and architects recently gathered at the Iloilo Convention Center in Iloilo City for the first regional leg of Philippine Building and Construction Expo (PHILBEX) to explore the latest innovations and technologies in design and construction.

Among the more than 130 booths on exhibit at PHILBEX, one of the largest and most anticipated events for architects and designers in the Philippines, were INAX, the leading sanitary ware brand in Japan, and its partner dealer Moostbrand Home Depot. 

Hundreds of enthusiastic visitors flocked to the INAX interactive booth throughout the three-day expo to view the impressive Japanese bathroom innovations on exhibit.

In the limelight alongside INAX bathroom collections is its electronic bidet technology, a noteworthy feature of its shower toilets that incorporates a side panel remote to control various toilet functions, such as water temperature and volume for dual nozzles and flushing.   The guests were amazed by features like the heated seat, hot water storage type, and antibacterial components for the panel, nozzle, cover, and seat.

Visitors were also given a preview of another INAX invention during the event: the Hyperkilamic Technology (INAX Surface Coating), which puts a silver nanolayer to toilets' ceramic surfaces to discourage bacteria and stop dirt accumulation.  Its zircon content, a mineral that adds brightness and durability, keeps the glassy surface smooth and stain- and abrasion-resistant.  The Hyperkilamic Technology's silver ion and long-lasting finish, which assist maintain sanitary surfaces and support long-lasting product appearance, decrease cleaning effort and have earned certification under the Japanese Industrial Standards for antibacterial performance.

Along with advancements in toilets, INAX unveiled CerafineTM technology, designed to enhance the look and functionality of washbasins.   The CerafineTM, which embodies the brand's strength and elegant simplicity, is made from specially formulated clay to keep its ultra-thin edges and graceful form. It is inspired by ancient Japanese motifs.

Popular INAX products that highlight these technologies are the focal point of the exhibit, the S Series Collections.  The S600 Line, which includes bathtubs, sinks, showers, and faucets, is the first in a series of ingeniously designed goods that mimic works of art. It combines modern innovations with Japanese spatial aesthetics.

(L-R) Architect Tony Morales, INAX Brand Leader Flor Matildo, Visayas Region Account Manager Cy Macasero and Trade Marketing Officer Fe Saplala with Moostbrand Sales Officer Eliza Pineda.

The guests were particularly amazed by the S400 Line of toilets, sinks, showers, faucets, and accessories, which were skillfully created with light and shadows to transform the bathroom into a space where you can relax and reflect.

Meanwhile, the S200 Line offers a wide range of trustworthy and thoughtfully designed bathroom solutions for compact spaces.   The Maxi-Compact bathroom, part of the S220 Line, was designed for the urban lifestyle and achieves the ideal combination of space, style, and functionality in compact bathrooms. 

The exhibition concludes with the S100 Line, a Smart-Basic bathroom line perfect for small spaces.   The designs of all the bathroom products are durable, easy to use, reasonably priced, and practical.

During PHILBEX, INAX brand leader Flor Matildo, trade marketing officer Fe Saplala, and account manager Cy Macasero were available to show attendees INAX's Japanese bathroom innovations.   They were accompanied by Moostbrand sales officer Eliza Pineda and sales supervisor April Fajardo.

The first PHILBEX in Iloilo City surely provided INAX and Moostbrand with the chance to expand their partnership with professionals in the building and design sectors by showcasing state-of-the-art Japanese bathroom technology for residences, workplaces, and hospitality environments.

Visit the INAX showroom soon at Moostbrand Home Depot located at 168 McArthur Highway Buhang Jaro, Iloilo City, Philippines.

For more updates on INAX, visit www.inax.com.ph and follow on Facebook and on Instagram.

About INAX

INAX is a Japanese brand that manufactures innovative sanitary ware and artistic ceramic tiles. The history of INAX can be traced back over 100 years when our forefathers worked on producing the tiles for the second main building of the Imperial Hotel designed by the architect Frank Lloyd Wright. By determining the properties of clay and the impact of fire, through numerous trials, we succeeded in the large-scale production of decorative tiles, which became the foundation of INAX. Since then, we have continuously pursued to deliver products for new and better living, engaging in challenging innovations including the first made-in-Japan shower toilet, self-powered hands-free faucet, and interior tiles that freshen the air in the room. Meanwhile, we cultivated our skills to produce tiles that offer sophisticated expressions through delicate coloring and texture, gaining inspiration from Japanese tradition, culture, and the seasonal changes of nature. Our expressive and technical ability became visible through the tiles of the restored exterior tiles of St. Francesco’s church (built in 1963), designed by Italian architect, Gio Ponti. The installation was completed in 2008.

INAX creates beautiful, innovative bathrooms from Japan that make everyday life easier, healthier, and more enjoyable, enabling everyone to live well. www.inax.com.

About LIXIL

LIXIL makes pioneering water and housing products that solve everyday, real-life challenges, making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. Drawing on our Japanese heritage, we create world-leading technology and innovate to make high-quality products that transform homes. But the LIXIL difference is how we do this; through meaningful design, an entrepreneurial spirit, a dedication to improving accessibility for all, and responsible business growth. Our approach comes to life through industry-leading brands, including INAX, GROHE, American Standard, and TOSTEM. With approximately 75,000 colleagues operating in more than 150 countries, we are proud to make products that touch the lives of more than a billion people every day.

LIXIL Group Corporation (TSE Code: 5938) is the listed holding company for LIXIL’s portfolio of businesses.

Finding the best water closet for varying bathroom needs

Although water closets may have a uniform appearance, the "one size fits all" theory may not always hold true, particularly when taking into account the many individual needs of clients. For example, houses with children may need toilets that are compact in size and ideal for their stature. Likewise, houses with elderly might demand smart toilets with automatic lid opening and closing, automatic flushing, and even night light to assure their safety and convenience in the bathroom.

With the different needs of customers in mind, INAX, the leading sanitary brand in Japan, suggests water closets that might be ideal for your own homes:

Smart toilet for the modern bathroom

The solution to your contemporary bathroom's appeal is an INAX smart toilet.  Among their many exceptional features are automatic cleaning, deodorizing, and flushing, which are perfect for both kids and the elderly.  These smart toilets are also equipped with effective anti-fouling Aqua Ceramic technology with anti-splash foam, cushion, Plasmacluster technology to kill bacteria in the bowl, deodorizing air shield, and an integrated electric pump for a forceful flush that sweeps away all filth.  These water closets have automatic lid opening and shutting, nightlights, and heated chairs for added convenience and security.  If smart toilets are what you’re looking for, check out the INAX SARAS, Satis G and Satis S.

Safety first for children’s toilet

A water closet that is both safe and comfortable for children may be necessary for households with children.  Therefore, take into consideration toilets that are 150–250 mm high from floor to seat, 200–350 mm wide, and 450–600 mm deep.  The toilet is appropriate for your child's size because it falls within this optimal size range.

Maximize space with one-piece toilet

One-piece INAX toilets may be a perfect fit for anyone with a large bathroom.  They are usually sized 720-780mm in length, 370-480mm in width, and 630-700mm in height with a 180-300mm discharge center, making them larger than two-piece toilets.  Typically, their water tanks and seats are joined to create a single block.  Plaque buildup in the gaps is reduced by this kind of construction, which facilitates quicker and easier toilet cleaning.

In addition to these characteristics, INAX one-piece toilets come with innovations like Aqua Ceramic enamel, which keeps a long-lasting, glossy surface free of filth and residue after usage.  forceful vortex or forceful siphon flushing with two degrees of large or little flushing to save water are among its flushing technologies.  The S100, S200, S400, and S600 one-piece toilets all feature these improvements.

Convenience in two-piece toilets

INAX two-piece toilets are the solution for people who want ease of installation.  Normally sized 720 to 780mm in length, 360 to 440mm in width, and 720 to 800mm in height, and featuring a 300mm escape distance, each section of the two-piece toilet may easily be replaced when damaged without the need to replace the entire toilet.

The INAX two-piece toilets, including the AC-602VN, AC-514VAN, and AC-832VN, employ a bright, dirt-resistant surface made of Aqua Ceramic enamel technology.  In order to prevent noisy opening and shutting, it also features a soft-closing lid.  Furthermore, these INAX two-piece toilets include a powerful siphon flushing mechanism that uses powerful vortex flushing technology to swiftly remove any stains.

The practicality of wall-hung toilets

Wall-hung closets from INAX are ideal for customers who want a simple or uncomplicated bathroom design.  Their wall-mounted design maximizes floor space for a larger bathroom, and their no-base feature makes cleaning easier and more convenient.

Modern wall-mounted tanks with powerful vortex flushing technology and two incredibly affordable large or small flush levels that remove all stains are the hallmark of the INAX wall-hung toilets.  These wall-mounted toilets have smooth, easily cleaned rims and soft-closing lids.

From safety, hygiene and convenience to versatile modern designs, there’s a wide variety of water closets from INAX that answer the unique needs of its customers.

For more updates on INAX, visit www.inax.com.ph and follow on Facebook and on Instagram.

About INAX

INAX is a Japanese brand that manufactures innovative sanitary ware and artistic ceramic tiles. The history of INAX can be traced back over 100 years when our forefathers worked on producing the tiles for the second main building of the Imperial Hotel designed by the architect Frank Lloyd Wright. By determining the properties of clay and the impact of fire, through numerous trials, we succeeded in the large-scale production of decorative tiles, which became the foundation of INAX. Since then, we have continuously pursued to deliver products for new and better living, engaging in challenging innovations including the first made-in-Japan shower toilet, self-powered hands-free faucet, and interior tiles that freshen the air in the room. Meanwhile, we cultivated our skills to produce tiles that offer sophisticated expressions through delicate coloring and texture, gaining inspiration from Japanese tradition, culture, and the seasonal changes of nature. Our expressive and technical ability became visible through the tiles of the restored exterior tiles of St. Francesco’s church (built in 1963), designed by Italian architect, Gio Ponti. The installation was completed in 2008.

INAX creates beautiful, innovative bathrooms from Japan that make everyday life easier, healthier, and more enjoyable, enabling everyone to live well. www.inax.com

About LIXIL

LIXIL makes pioneering water and housing products that solve everyday, real-life challenges, making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. Drawing on our Japanese heritage, we create world-leading technology and innovate to make high-quality products that transform homes. But the LIXIL difference is how we do this; through meaningful design, an entrepreneurial spirit, a dedication to improving accessibility for all, and responsible business growth. Our approach comes to life through industry-leading brands, including INAX, GROHE, American Standard, and TOSTEM. With approximately 75,000 colleagues operating in more than 150 countries, we are proud to make products that touch the lives of more than a billion people every day.

LIXIL Group Corporation (TSE Code: 5938) is the listed holding company for LIXIL’s portfolio of businesses.

LIXIL goes digital: 24/7 virtual showrooms for American Standard, GROHE, and INAX

Visit LIXIL virtual and digital showrooms featuring American Standard, GROHE, and INAX

With the launch of LIXIL VIRTUAL AND DIGITAL SHOWROOMS, you can now enjoy the best in bathroom technology wherever you are—at work, at home, or even on the go—with three of the most reputable and well-known brands in shower and bathroom collections!

We have all come to the realization that our bathrooms and showers are truly our personal sanctuaries more than ever thanks to a development that has come at such a critical time in life: They give you that much-needed break from the craziness of your new normal.

As you scroll or swipe, you'll be immersed in a wide range of options that suit your style, budget, and way of life.

If purposeful design is something you must have, click the American Standard button and start taking in cutting-edge technologies as well as elegant, contemporary, and beautifully appointed products. American Standard has been present in the Philippines for 60 years and has witnessed the development of entire families. incorporating the saying, "Life. Love. Home," the company's innovative and purposeful bathroom products continue to set new standards. 

or go to GROHE's online showroom. GROHE is manufactured in Germany and exemplifies the cutting-edge technology and high-end appearance that are hallmarks of German engineering and design: It is, and rightly so, in its own environment. GROHE provides customers with water enjoyment through its four core values with Pure Freude An Wasser, which translates to "Pure Joy of Water." Design, sustainability, quality, and technology. If you take a splashy dip in its virtual showrooms, you might find that the years have flown by.

The aesthetics and technology of INAX are among the best in Japan. Nobody knows Zen better than the Japanese, and nobody builds technology better than the Japanese. By providing you with a bathroom experience packed with beautiful, cutting-edge products that deliver Japan's distinctive water rituals, INAX transforms and renews: for a life that is simpler, healthier, and more enjoyable for everyone, allowing them to live life to the fullest.

The LIXIL DIGITAL AND VIRTUAL SHOWROOMS, which are thoughtfully assembled in a single virtual plane, are successful in paving the way for you to enjoy three brands without having to continue navigating; American Standard, GROHE, and INAX are all here, ready for you to enjoy, whether you want to discover their basic product lines or their upscale collections. And you can get to the stores that sell the items you want with just one click. to guarantee that your bath retail therapy is successful.

Welcome to the LIXIL VIRTUAL AND DIGITAL SHOWROOMS. Feel free to linger, to recharge and to indulge, as all bathrooms should make you do.  

For more information, visit https://virtualshowroom.lixil.com/ph/ 

ABOUT LIXIL 

LIXIL makes pioneering water and housing products that solve everyday, real-life challenges, making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. Drawing on our Japanese heritage, we create world-leading technology and innovate to make high quality products that transform homes. But the LIXIL difference is how we do this; through meaningful design, an entrepreneurial spirit, a dedication to improving accessibility for all, and responsible business growth. Our approach comes to life through industry leading brands, including INAX, GROHE, American Standard, and TOSTEM. With approximately 75,000 colleagues operating in more than 150 countries, we are proud to make products that touch the lives of more than a billion people every day.