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Movable walls

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Espero.Creating space for all

A conference in the afternoon, a theatre production in the evening. A business meeting

for four at the start of the day, drinks with the entire department at the end of the day.

And all of that in the same space. Espero’s movable walls make it possible. Espero helps

create a space with more than one purpose and more than one atmosphere. Our

products let you endlessly change the purpose, sound insulation properties, and the

look and feel of a space.

One space, multiple purposes. That’s what Espero is all about.

From office to church, from sports hall to hotel, and from theatre to university, we have

come up with smart solutions for a wide range of different venues and buildings,

always through close collaboration between our experienced team and our clients. We

listen, inspire and get the job done. Only the very best solution is good enough for our

clients, for our people and for the world around us. We always go for maximum quality

and minimum environmental impact. In fact, our products are the first and only in this

market to be Cradle to Cradle certified.

In everything we do, we go the extra mile, both in what we create and in how we work

together and solve problems. We have been working this way for 80 years now,

together with over 100 down-to-earth and ambitious colleagues.

Anticipate needs. Think outside the box. Enable.

Let’s create space

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Thor Heyerdahl Upper Secondary School - Larvik, Norway

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Contents

About Espero

Visio 100

Sonico

Skyfold

Uno Duplo

Lumio

Flexio

Visio

Cradle to Cradle

Sound insulation

Specifications

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Espero’s paint shop

From strikingly colourful to understated white.

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At Espero, we have a team of 16 nationalities working on a wide range of

projects, from standard models to custom solutions for complex locations and

international property development projects. With the whole product chain

from design to installation under one roof, we all pull together to ensure a

steady flow of outstanding results.

Together we make a difference

Profiles are meticulously

put together.

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“Over the past decade, the export of our products have

increased by 73%. Espero now has 53 agents in 35

countries. Architects and contractors are increasingly

turning to Espero for our broad range of movable wall

systems. And when they need special solutions or custom

products, our R&D department will gladly put itself in their

shoes to come up with an answer. The entire Espero team

goes for the maximum result, and I take great pride in that.”

Mark DelanyEspero Group Chairman

Espero Academy

This is where we train new

colleagues and showcase our

product range.

Always looking for the best solution

and finish.

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Movable walls by Espero

For any design and any space. Attractive, functional and sustainable. These three words sum up Espero’s movable

walls. They provide an easy way to get more out of any space. Divide any space into

several areas or completely repurpose it. Our products let you use the same floor

space for an entirely different purpose in no time.

Need a wall that looks smart, can be opened quickly, offers outstanding sound

insulation performance, or one that ticks all three of these boxes? While each of our

systems has its own particular strong points, they can also be customised entirely to

your needs. From acoustic walls that can be unfolded quickly in a theatre to modern

glass walls in a historic building, we have a combination to suit all your ideas.

We can spec your wall to your exact needs, making it extremely easy to select the right

wall for your project. In the unlikely event that you are unable to find what you need in

our extensive product range and numerous cases, there is no need to worry. Our

dedicated R&D department can develop a custom solution to your exact specifications.

Together we will look for the best solution and finish for your project.

Based in the Netherlands, Espero is a market-leading movable wall supplier and

manufacturer with over 80 years’ manufacturing experience.

Biosintrum - Oosterwolde

A Flexio in action.

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Visio 100Type: sound-insulating glass wallFeatures: individual panels Finish: double glazing

VisioType: glass wall

Features: separate panels Finish: single glazing

Sonico Type: panel wallFeatures: individual panels Finish: wood

FlexioType: folding partition

Features: hinged panels Finish: wood

SkyfoldType: automaticFeatures: vertical wall system

LumioType: glass, sound-insulating folding partition

Features: hinged panels Finish: double glazing

Uno & DuploType: folding wall

Features: hinged panels Finish: wood

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Visio 100Transparency with outstanding sound insulation for optimum comfort.

Houthaven Community School - Amsterdam

At this multifunctional educational facility, Espero’s Visio

100 Elite lets the various schools transform their respective

assembly halls into one single large open space in no time.

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Light and luxury combined

The Visio 100 glass panel wall makes it possible to create a luxurious and bright space

with outstanding sound insulation performance. Transparency and aesthetics come

together perfectly in the glass wall. You can find it in noisy classrooms, luxurious party

venues and stylish meeting rooms.

Flexibility and convenience

The Visio 100’s wall panels are made up of 100mm-wide aluminium frames with double

glazing. The separate panels slide effortlessly in a track in the ceiling, allowing you to

easily and silently arrange them in numerous different ways and park them. When

arranged in line and locked they make a stunning-looking seamless wall.

Espero’s patented Quick locking mechanism guarantees easy and smooth operation.

All it takes to open or close the hermetic sound-insulating seals is a 180-degree turn of

the control lever. For even greater ease of use, there is the semi-automatic version,

which locks into place with the press of a button.

Sound insulation

A wall that creates a sense of open space, while preserving privacy. This is thanks to

the extending hermetic seals at the top and bottom of the panels, sound-insulating

rubber seals along the sides, and the various glass thicknesses and compositions. It

gives the Visio 100 wall a sound insulation rating (Rw) of between 42 dB and 50 dB.

One Life project – Antwerp, Belgium

While closed, this wall creates a sound-insulating space for

meditation or yoga. When the wall is opened, the space can

accommodate presentations or other classes.

VISI

O 1

00

PRODUCT VISIO 100

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Finish options

We can customise the glass finish to your ideas and requirements for the rest of the

space. Echo the style of the interior with an etching, print or foil finish on the movable

wall, or go for frosted glass. There is also the option to install horizontal blinds in the

Visio 100’s flexible wall panels. Ideal for meeting rooms. If you want maximum

transparency, choose the optional telescopic wall jamb, the end piece of the wall that

is mounted to the structural wall.

Two versions:

1. Visio 100: light and modern. The standard Visio 100 version comes with fully

transparent glass and anodised colourless aluminium cassettes, giving the wall a

modern sleek look. The cassettes contain the structure and control mechanism. As

an extremely attractive extra option, the cassettes and aluminium wall profiles can

be supplied in the colour of your choice. We can supply panels with a special

purpose, such as doors, with a wood finish of your choice.

2. Visio 100 Elite: unique and top class. The luxurious version comes with a coated

frame on the inside of the glass. As standard, you can choose the colour for the

glass frame. As an optional extra, you can also choose a colour for the cassettes

and wall profiles. Other than with the standard version of the Visio 100, the Elite’s

doors and telescopic panels also come with glass for maximum transparency. We

use solid coated glass for parts that are not transparent, such as door frames, so as

to give the entire wall the same luxurious look and ensure the panels make a

seamless whole.

Key Visio 100 and Visio 100 Elite features and benefits

• Transparency and aesthetics combined.

• Individually movable panels with a wide choice of arrangement and parking options.

• The only Cradle to Cradle Bronze certified movable wall in the market.

• User-friendly operation with Espero’s patented Quick locking mechanism.

• Available with semi-automatic operation as an option.

• Choice of certified sound insulation ratings (Rw) from 42 dB to 50 dB.

• Removable glass to enable cleaning on the inside.

• Available in extra clear glass.

• Effortless top track installation in all types of ceiling.

• Great in combination with the Sonico.

NEC - Hilversum

A Visio 100 works particularly

well in this bright space.

Operate the Visio 100 with the

Quick locking mechanism.

VISI

O 1

00

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Glass wall with high sound insulation rating

PRODUCT SHEET VISIO 100

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VISI

O 1

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Houthaven Community School -

Amsterdam, detail of the Visio 100.

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What seems like a solid, sound-insulating wall at first sight turns out to be extremely easy to slide open with one simple manoeuvre.

Sonico

De Kampanje theatre - Den Helder

The movable Sonico wall can be arranged differently

to suit any kind of performance.

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Unlimited design freedom with outstanding sound insulation

Our best-selling movable wall is multifunctional thanks to its sound-insulating panels

on rollers. What seems like a solid wall at first sight turns out to be extremely easy to

slide open. Transform a large banqueting suite into multiple meeting rooms, a reading

room into a small office, or a sports hall into a night school. The wide range of finish

options lets you adapt the stylish Sonico to your needs, so that it will seamlessly blend

into any design.

Flexibility and convenience

The individual Sonico panel walls slide smoothly and silently in a ceiling track. Thanks

to the magnetic profiles they lock together effortlessly, while the aluminium frame with

steel and high-quality chipboard on both sides makes them extremely sturdy. This is

what makes the Sonico our ultimate all-rounder, with a maximum height of 12 metres

(different sizes on request). From offices and churches to theatres and universities, we

have installed Sonico walls in an extremely diverse range of buildings.

Espero’s patented Quick locking mechanism guarantees easy and smooth operation.

All it takes to open or close the hermetic sound-insulating seals is a 180-degree turn of

the control lever. For even greater convenience, the Sonico is also available as a

semi-automatic version. Locking the semi-automatic Sonico takes just one press of a

button.

Krasnapolsky Hotel - Amsterdam

All it takes to open or close the Sonico wall to

increase or decrease the size of the winter garden is a

180-degree turn of the control lever.

SON

ICO

PRODUCT SONICO

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Sound insulation

Products from the Sonico range are available with sound insulation ratings (Rw) of between

38 dB and 58 dB. Sound insulation is guaranteed by extending hermetic seals at the top

and bottom of the panels, sound-insulating rubber seals along the sides, and the use of

high-grade, sound-insulating materials inside the walls.

Finish options

Sonico walls are available with any finish you want. Breathe life into a space with a stunning

print of a vast landscape, or create a warm look with one of the many veneer finishes that

we stitch, glue and lacquer in-house at our factory. How do textile, acoustic cassettes or

glass openings fit into your project? A wide choice of different materials allows you to create

the right look and feel for any space.

The Sonico is available in different versions:

• Type 100 Robust version with visible vertical and horizontal aluminium profiles. Certified

sound insulation ratings (Rw) between 38 dB and 55 dB

• Type 110 Aesthetic version with concealed vertical and horizontal aluminium profiles.

Certified sound insulation ratings (Rw) between 38 dB and 56 dB

• Type 120 Aesthetic version with concealed vertical and horizontal aluminium profiles.

Highest certified sound insulation rating (Rw) of 58dB

Key Sonico features and benefits

• Unlimited design freedom. Available with all the usual interior design finishes.

• Various configuration options: straight, segmented, cascading (auditorium), or corner

configurations.

• The same wall allows multiple configurations.

• The only Cradle to Cradle Bronze certified movable wall in the market.

• User-friendly operation with Espero’s patented Quick locking mechanism.

• Available with semi-automatic operation as an option.

• Choice of certified sound insulation ratings (Rw) between 38 dB and 58 dB.

• Effortless top track installation in all types of ceiling.

• Floor-supported version optional.

• Certified fire-proof version available.

• Great in combination with the Visio 100.

Krasnapolsky Hotel

with its famous winter garden

in the heart of Amsterdam.

SON

ICO

Seeligkazerne

Former barracks in Breda

town centre.

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The challenges of a multi-purpose concert hall

PROJECT MUSIS SACRUM, ARNHEM “We are extremely impressed

with the aesthetics of the

acoustic wall”

Van Dongen-Koschuch Architects

Classical music requires a relatively long reverberation time, or echo. Pop music does not.

So, how do you make it possible for one single venue to host both classical concerts and

pop gigs without compromising on the quality of the music? This was the challenging and

fascinating question that the proprietors of the Musis Sacrum concert hall in Arnhem

faced. Acoustics consultancy Peutz teamed up with Espero to produce acoustic panels

that were able to meet all the requirements.

Bespoke solution

We managed to overcome all the challenges we came up against along the way with a

solution that is not only functional, but also good-looking. Good acoustics for pop

concerts, for example, required the back of each panel to be 70% open. We solved this by

having a wooden cassette wrapped in black fabric, which considerably improved the

acoustics. For the front side of the panels, we used black MDF. And by perforating this

surface, we managed to create a structure that is 30% open. It was quite a conundrum to

make the 300 different-size panels fit in the tight parking compartment. Varying the panel

thickness presented yet more challenges. The solution that was

ultimately found ensures a great look. When the walls are parked

in the parking compartment, the concert hall is set up for

classical music, while placing the acoustic panels in the hall will

turn it into a venue for pop concerts.

Prize-winning project

The renovation and extension of the Musis Sacrum

concert hall won the Van Dongen-Koschuch

architectural firm the NRP Gulden Feniks Prize and the

Heuvelink Prize in 2018. This project furthermore landed

the firm a nomination for BNA Best Building of Year and

the 2018 Architectenweb Award.

For pop concerts, they wanted to be able to

wheel an acoustic wall in front of the existing

walls. The panel incorporates an acoustic

(sound-absorbing) filling. The perforated MDF

finish ensures the desired effect and look on the

front side.

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ICO

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The wall with endless possibilities

PRODUCT SHEET SONICO

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SON

ICO

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SkyfoldThe most hyper-modern acoustic solution.

Easyfairs events centre, Gorinchem

Sound insulating with a sleek finish. Completely folded up

into the ceiling in only three minutes.

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State-of-the-art vertical movable wall

In the world of movable wall systems, the Skyfold is the cream of the crop. With literally

one press of a button, the Skyfold lets you transform a sports hall, auditorium, meeting

room or conference room. Sleek design, innovative technology and fully automatic,

this is the most advanced acoustic solution for your space.

Outstanding ease of use

Since the panels are parked in a ceiling recess, no floor space is lost. The easy-to-

operate system gives users the flexibility to reconfigure or expand spaces as and when

needed. The wide range of materials and finish options available for this movable wall

system, which can be combined into stunning creations, does not merely create a

partition wall, but also delivers a luxurious tailor-made design. Perfect for your space.

Sound insulation

When folded down, the Skyfold is a double-walled, rigid and acoustic wall system with

a sound insulation rating (Rw) of up to 59 dB. The Skyfold can optionally be supplied

with a noise reduction coefficient (NRC) of up to 0.65. Each model is available in

numerous versions, meaning that we can offer the right acoustic solution for your

space.

Skyfold Classic

The Classic series is the solution to go for when facing acoustic challenges in

geometrically irregular spaces. This wall system can supply state-of-the-art sound

insulation for complex venues with sloping or cascading floors. On top of that, the

Classic NR model absorbs ambient sound inside the space for even greater user

SKYF

OLD

Grieghallen - Bergen, Norway

The wall finish can be customised

to match the design of the space.

Photos: Truls Løtvedt.

PRODUCT SKYFOLD

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comfort. For maximum convenience, this wall can be operated from a touch screen.

• Skyfold Classic 51: 51 dB Rw

• Skyfold Classic 55: 54 dB Rw

• Skyfold Classic 60: 59 dB Rw

• Skyfold Classic NR: 49 dB Rw and NRC rating of up to 0.65

Skyfold Zenith

The Skyfold Zenith incorporates the same kinds of vertical folding elements that are

also used in the Classic series. The difference is that these elements fold straight down

in the Zenith, meaning that there is no need to move any furniture. This wall can be

equiped with touch screen operation and offers outstanding sound insulation.

• Skyfold Zenith 48: 47 dB Rw

• Skyfold Zenith 51: 51 dB Rw

• Skyfold Zenith 55: 54 dB Rw

• Skyfold Zenith 60: 59 dB Rw

• Skyfold Zenith NR: 49 dB Rw

Skyfold Mirage

The Mirage packs all the Skyfold technology in a transparent version. Sleek lines, a

lightweight structure that can accommodate a wide range of glass and plexiglass

panels, and low maintenance make the Mirage wall the perfect solution for bright,

sophisticated and welcoming spaces.

• Skyfold Mirage: 33dB Rw

Key features and benefits

• Unique vertically folding wall system.

• Above-ceiling parking means it won’t take up any valuable floor space.

• Silent and fully automatic operation.

• Divides spaces within minutes, no matter how tall the ceiling.

• Flat surface, stable and sustainable.

• Lightweight, from 34kg/m² (depending on the finish selected).

• Low maintenance.

• Much less structural steel needed thanks to static load.

SKYF

OLD

ARhus - Roeselaere Belgium

The technologies used in the Mirage

ensure optimum transparency. The

design matches the building’s stylish

architectural features.

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Easyfairs events centre Gorinchem

Next level with Skyfold

SKYF

OLD

PROJECT EASYFAIRS EVENTS CENTRE - GORINCHEM

‘Next Level’ is the new showpiece of Gorinchem’s events centre. And next level is exactly

what this new trade fair hall is. Equipped with state-of-the-art lighting, sound and

video facilities, this hall can host any event. Espero supplied the Skyfold wall for flexible

and stylish space reconfiguration options. With a length of 15 metres, it is the longest

wall of its kind in the Netherlands.

Future-proof

Maurice Schlepers is extremely satisfied with the collaboration with Espero: “We were

on a tight schedule and we made this clear to all parties involved from the start. Espero

was the first of several companies to install their solution in the hall. They finished the

job on time, so that we could move on to laying the floor and the project did not suffer

a delay. Their Skyfold wall is a perfect fit with our vision: Visit the Future. We wanted

Next Level to be a future-proof venue. Espero put itself in our shoes, went the extra mile

and simply made everything possible.”

And this is precisely what we do at Espero, create space for all.

“We instantly knew that the Skyfold wall

was the perfect solution for us. Sound

insulating with a sleek finish. We get a

true ‘wow effect’ out of this wall. As it

folds up, the other space appears as

if by magic. From one moment to the

next, you find yourself in a completely

new setting.”

Maurice SchlepersEasyfairs events centre

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The most advanced solution

PRODUCT SHEET SKYFOLD

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SKYF

OLD

Skyfold Classic

Skyfold Mirage

Skyfold Zenith

Easyfairs events centre - Gorinchem,

detail of a touch screen.

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Uno & DuploHigh-grade FSC chipboard folding walls.

Laboratory - Groningen

Easy and simple space partitioning.

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The original movable wall

Need to quickly and flexibly reduce the size of a much-used space? You can realise

that with the Uno and Duplo wooden folding walls. Ideal for spaces in care centres and

a great value solution for community centres and sports clubs.

Easy to use

The panels of the Uno and Duplo wooden folding walls are made of FSC chipboard.

Joined together by continuous plastic profile hinges, these folding walls are easy and

quick to open and close with one single manoeuvre. A simple modification to make the

wall wheelchair-friendly is available as an optional extra. The wall panels are top-hung

in an aluminium ceiling track and always slide along the axis of the main track. When

it comes to opening and closing the wall, there are three options: from one side, from

the middle, or from either side. There is also the possibility of interconnecting multiple

walls for an even greater efficiency and space configuration flexibility.

Various versions

• The Uno is a single-walled folding partition intended primarily as a simple visual

partition.

• The Duplo is double-walled with internal steel hinge reinforcements for greater

stability. It comes with sound-insulating materials between the plates in the panels,

giving the Duplo a sound insulation rating (Rw) of 36 dB.

Finish options

Available in grey or white melamine as standard, but other finishes are also possible.

You can also go for a hard plastic laminate finish or various kinds of veneer, which we

stitch, glue and lacquer at our factory.

Salvation Army – Rotterdam

Making the most of

the possibilities offered by the Duplo.

UN

O &

DU

PLO

PRODUCT UNO & DUPLO

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Key features and benefits

• Extremely easy and quick to open and close.

• Ideal for high-use spaces.

• Lots of different configuration and wall arrangement options.

• Low maintenance.

• Folding partition with Euro cylinder lock as standard.

• Sound insulation rating (Rw) of up to 36 dB.

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Laboratory - Groningen

The Uno and Duplo folding partitions

let you quickly partition off a space

for a meeting or any other reason.

Tempus - Schiedam

UN

O &

DU

PLO

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Quick, flexible and great value

PRODUCT SHEET UNO & DUPLO

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UN

O &

DU

PLO

Tempus - Schiedam,

wall detail.

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LumioOur popular all-glass, flat folding partition.

Stramien Architects - Antwerp, Belgium

This folding partition divides rooms, while the glass

preserves the sense of one large space.

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Minimalist design, quality in every detail & a feast for the eyes

Transform one room into two separate areas in one sweeping movement, without

compromising on the sense of space and noise reduction.

The minimalist design of the Lumio, which was formerly known as the Vetro, not only

looks great, it is also one of the most user-friendly walls from our range thanks to the

patented locking system.

Strength in simplicity

The Lumio all-glass movable folding partition is made up of panels with extremely

slimline frames that close to form a fully flat wall with a minimalist look. The

combination of the hinged panels and automatic locking system makes the Lumio

extremely easy to use. A load-bearing overhead structure is not needed. As standard,

the final panel of the Lumio comes as a fully transparent door. The Lumio can provide

certified sound insulation of 40 dB. A functional, attractive and easy-to-use product.

Finish options

As standard, the Lumio comes with fully transparent glass and anodised colourless

aluminium profiles and frames, giving the wall a modern sleek look. Optionally, the

cassettes and aluminium profiles can be coated in the colour of your choice. Aside

from that, we can customise the glass finish to seamlessly blend into the design of the

space. Echo the style of the interior with an etching, print or foil finish on the movable

wall, or go for frosted glass. The Lumio also combines perfectly with the Flexio.

Stramien Architects, Antwerp, Belgium

The Lumio wall is easy to open and close

thanks to the hinges.

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LUM

IO

PRODUCT LUMIO

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Key Lumio features and benefits

• Effortless opening and closing.

• An all-glass wall with extremely slimline frames and slender structure.

• Patented concealed self-locking system.

• Combination of opaque and transparent glass panels possible.

• Blends into any interior thanks to the understated design.

• The only Cradle to Cradle Bronze certified movable wall in the market.

• Certified Rw value of 40 dB.

• Available with extra clear glass.

• Available as a single-wing or a twin-wing version, so that the door can go in the

centre of the wall.

• Available in T and L configurations.

LUM

IO

Jongens van de Tekeningen - Rotterdam

Create two separate spaces in one sweeping

movement.

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Campus Fryslân - LumioPROJECT CAMPUS FRYSLÂN, LEEUWARDEN

All-electric school building

Once the site of butter, cheese and agricultural product trading, Leeuwarden’s former

trading and weighing house is now the Netherlands’ first monumental all-electric

school building. The place is still as lively as back in the 19th century, although the

traders of those days have been replaced by 1,000 students from across the world who

take classes in small groups.

Faculty

The building was originally designed by the famous architect Thomas Romein in 1880.

After serving as the city’s library for several decades, the building was transformed into

the faculty building for Campus Fryslân, the University of Groningen’s new faculty in

the province of Friesland. The academic programme here is inspired by the United

Nations’ 17 development goals for a sustainable, fair, and safe and secure world.

Sustainable

The original entrance and hall were restored to their former glory, leaving the

monumental front entirely intact. While the building’s historic character was reinstated,

the interior has been equipped with all mod cons. The building is all-electric now, no

gas used for anything.

Movable walls by Espero

The faculty’s academic programme is varied, as is the size of the groups. With this in

mind, Espero was asked to install movable Sonico 120 walls with the highest possible

sound insulation rating (58 dB Rw) in several of the spaces. Transparent Lumio walls

were selected to partition the Living Lab off from the corridor area. Espero walls

provide flexibility and quiet spaces as and when needed.

Every wall used in this project has a Cradle to Cradle Bronze certification,

making them the perfect match with this ambitious, sustainable project.

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LUM

IO

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PRODUCT SHEET LUMIO

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LUM

IO

Westerbork Rabobank branch,

detail of the Lumio.

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FlexioIndividual panels set up in no time.

MFC - Stadskanaal

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Strength in simplicity: minimalist design with major convenience

Smoothness and flexibility. Those are the features of the Flexio flat folding partition.

Within seconds, the Flexio lets you create a reception area in a church or transform a

primary school’s assembly hall into multiple quiet spaces. A simple and solid wall with

minimalist design.

Convenience

The Flexio folding partition’s lightweight panels are hinged together and slide smoothly

through the custom-designed adjustable ceiling track. Arranging the panels couldn’t

be easier and quicker. As standard, the final panel of the Flexio comes as a door. The

Flexio is functional, attractive and easy to use. Optionally, we can supply the wall with

an ultra-flat floor track system. As the floor track will then support the wall’s full

weight, a load-bearing overhead structure will not be needed. Operating the wall is

quick, easy and intuitive. Combine Flexio and Lumio panels for a stunning effect.

Sound insulation

Each panel is fitted with high-quality FSC chipboard and filled with sound-absorbing

materials, with rubber sealing profiles along the top and the bottom. This combination

of materials produces a sound insulation rating (Rw) of between 38 dB and 46 dB.

Biosintrum Oosterwolde

Over 80% of the materials used to built this knowledge centre are

bio-based materials. In terms of functionality, design and materials

used, this wall meets Biosintrum’s strict requirements.

FLEX

IO

PRODUCT FLEXIO

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Finish options

Flexio walls are available with many different configurations and finishes. We can

apply any colour coating to the slimline aluminium profiles of the 65mm-thick panels.

There are also numerous panel finish options, ranging from high-grade melamine, hard

plastic laminate, vinyl, digital wall prints, colour coating, or one of the types of veneer

that we stitch, glue and lacquer in our factory.

Key features and benefits

• Space-saving parking thanks to slim 65mm panels.

• Choice of certified sound insulation ratings (Rw) between 38 dB and 46 dB.

• The only Cradle to Cradle Bronze certified movable wall in the market.

• Available as a floor-supported version, so that a load-bearing overhead structure is

not needed.

• Closing panel comes as a door as standard.

• Space-saving stack when parked away.

• Also available as an off-centre top-hung version, whereby the panels can be parked

entirely in one of both rooms.

• Available as a single-wing or a double-wing version, so that the door can go in the

centre of the wall.

• Available in T and L configurations.

FLEX

IO

NEC - Hilversum

A Visio 100 works particularly

well in this bright space.

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PRODUCT SHEET FLEXIO

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FLEX

IO

MFC - Stadskanaal,

detail of door handle.

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VisioEasily divide a large space into several smaller areas without losing the sense of space and any of the light.

Roman Catholic parish church - Zoeterwoude

Frosted glass.

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Perfect combination of flexibility, simplicity and transparency

Want to divide a large space into several smaller areas without losing the sense of

space and any of the light? It’s easy with glass Visio panel walls. From big open-plan

offices to churches, Visio walls help strike a balance between open space and

partitions.

Effortless and silent

The Visio is made up of a series of tempered single-glazing panels with aluminium

sealing profiles along the top and bottom. The top-hung installation with hard plastic

bearing-mounted wheels in a ceiling track make sliding them effortless and silent.

When closed, they make a fully flat glass wall. Each panel can be locked individually,

which guarantees maximum stability.

Glass finish

All of our glass finishes are available for this wall. Etching, frosted glass, colours or the

use of prints or foil; we will apply the perfect finish to the Visio panels to make them the

perfect addition to the space. You can even choose to transform the Visio into a

whiteboard.

VISI

O

Jong Bloemen - Alkmaar

The florist’s shop is enclosed by Visio walls,

giving shoppers a full view of the flowers and

plants.

PRODUCT VISIO

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Key Visio features and benefits

• Optimum utilisation and visibility of the space.

• The only Cradle to Cradle Bronze certified movable wall in the market.

• Horizontal profiles only at the top and bottom.

• Panels with individual locking mechanism for maximum stability and safety.

• Operable using floor lock built into the bottom profile.

• Wide choice of door and panel options.

• Vertical aluminium U-profiles available.

• Any required arrangement: straight, segmented, angled and more.

Juliana school - Dordrecht

The Visio also lends itself well to divide classrooms

while ensuring the classroom still looks spacious.

VISI

O

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The glass wall for space and light

PRODUCT SHEET VISIO

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VISI

O

Thor Heyerdahl Upper Secondary

School - Norway, Visio wall detail.

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“We at Espero strive for maximum safety and sustainability in

our production process. The fact that we have been awarded

Cradle to Cradle Bronze certification confirms that. Each

process, ranging from product design and sales to installation,

was examined in detail and optimised where necessary.

This certification also pushes us to keep innovating in a

continuously changing world.

Going that extra mile is what Espero is all about.”

Jochem de Theye C2C Ambassador

Quality and reuse

Cradle to Cradle is an international independent certification that requires products

and processes to be designed in an environmentally effective way without valuable

resources going to waste. Because of the growing demand for sustainable products,

C2C certification is increasingly becoming a requirement in construction projects

worldwide. Being Cradle to Cradle certified means that elements from a company’s

products and the production process have been audited for compliance with the

following criteria:

• material health

• material reutilisation

• renewable energy and carbon management

• water stewardship

• social fairness

Only products that meet these criteria are granted Cradle to Cradle certification.

Within each of the criteria, there are 5 achievement levels: Basic, Bronze, Silver, Gold

and Platinum. Cradle to Cradle certified companies are challenged to pursue

continuous improvement of their products and production processes and thus move up

the achievement levels.

Bronze certification for Espero

In our drive to ensure that our production process is as circular and healthy as

possible, we wanted a certification that matches Espero. We ultimately chose Cradle

to Cradle. As far back as in 2016, we landed Basic certification, which was

unprecedented for such a complex product. Our Cradle to Cradle Bronze certification

forces us to keep raising the bar, in all areas. We are audited every two years and are

proud to report that we are the only company in our market worldwide to have been

awarded Bronze certification for 95% of our walls.

Cradle to Cradle

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Sound insulation.A noise-free space

There is more to dividing spaces than merely splitting up the square metres, because

you also want to achieve a certain level of peace and quiet. We therefore do extensive

research into our walls’ sound reduction performance and offer different sound

insulation ratings. A wall’s sound insulation performance is expressed as a figure, also

called the Rw rating, which specifies by how many decibels the wall reduces sound

transmission. The higher this rating, the more soundproof the wall is. These

measurements and ratings are determined in partnership with the Fraunhofer Institute

for Building Physics.

Besides the Rw rating, we also use other ratings, such as DnTw, DnTA or DnTAK. More

details? We would be happy to give you a crash course in this complex subject. We

have extensive experience applying our products in all kinds of different situations and

will gladly share our knowledge to find the best suited solution together.

Different sound insulation ratings

When it comes to sound insulation, there are various factors to consider. Absorbing the

sound is an important part of it. Aside from that, the customer’s specific requirements

need to be identified and the actual space will have to be analysed first. Opting to

have a door in your movable wall, for instance, will have consequences for the

soundproofing. The structural properties of a building or a ventilation channel may

also cause sound leaks.

Based on your needs and preferences, we will select the right option for you. Each wall

has different sound insulation ratings. For the Sonico 100, for example, the sound

insulation rating ranges from 38 dB to 55 dB. The use of acoustic materials inside the

wall, rubber seals and the thickness of the glass panels gives you a wide choice of

different models, whatever the challenges of your space are.

The wall will be put up to test its

sound insulation performance.

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Measuring

Locking

Sound insulation

Door option

Determining or obtaining the

measurements of all relevant

structural elements.

Our walls come with our

patented Quick locking

mechanism.

Sound or acoustic insulation means

preventing sound from outside a

space being audible inside the

space.

The option to include a door in

the movable wall.

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For any design and any space

Attractive, functional and sustainable. These three words sum up Espero’s movable

walls. They provide an easy way to get more out of any space. Divide it into several

areas or completely repurpose it. Our products let you use the same floor space for an

entirely different purpose in no time.

Everything that’s possible

in interior construction.

ParkingFinishingThere are various discreet parking

options available, including a parking

compartment.

InstallationFloor-supported

or top-hung movable wall

installation.

Make more possible

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Uno Duplo Visio Lumio FlexioVisio100

Sonico100

Sonico110

Sonico120

Maximum wall height in mm

Maximum wall length in mm

Wall thickness in mm

Maximum panel width in mm

Weight in kg/m2

3,300

Unlimited

Varies

196

9 to 18

4,000

Unlimited

Varies

192

9 to 18

3,500

Unlimited

45

1,250

26-31

3,100

15,000

85

900

30

3,100

15,000

65

900

19 to 32

3,500

Unlimited

107

1,300

44 to 54

12,000

Unlimited

107

1306

25 to 47

7,000

Unlimited

119

1294

30 to 56

7,000

Unlimited

125

1294

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Rw rating in dB - 36 - 40 38 to 46 42 to 50 38 to 55 38 to 56 58

Finish options: all the usual materials

interior (All) or glass (Glass)

Profiles visible (V) or concealed (C)

Profiles available in colour

All

V

Limited

All

V

Limited

Glass

V

Yes

Glass

V

Yes

All

V

Yes

(coated)

Glass

V

Yes

All

V

Yes

All

C

Yes

All

C

Yes

Parking in opening (O)

or externally (X)O O O / X O O O / X O / X O / X O / X

Floor-supported (F)

or top-hung (T)T T T F F & T T T T T

Locking:

manually operated (MO), semi-automatic (SA)

or self-locking (SL)

MO MO MO SL MO MO / SA MO / SA MO / SA MO / SA

Optional door in wall available? No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No

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