Frequently Asked Questions

Are antimicrobial coatings safe?

Our antimicrobial coatings are solvent-free, non-toxic, alcohol-free, water-based, non-flammable, bleach-free and EPA approved and safe for food contact surfaces.

How does our antimicrobial technology work?

The active ingredient in our antimicrobial solution forms a colorless, odorless, positively charged polymer that molecularly bonds to the treated surface. You could think of it as a layer of electrically charged swords. When a microorganism comes in contact with the treated surface, the C-18 molecular sword punctures the cell membrane and the electrical charge shocks the organism. Since there is no transfer of electrical power, the antimicrobial agent maintains its kill capacity.

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Will this technology adversely affect the skin or environment?

No. Since the antimicrobial is permanently bound to the surfaces it protects, it does not leach from the fabric to the skin or into the environment. Extensive toxicological testing shows the antimicrobial does not cross the skin barrier. In fact, our antimicrobial is so safe, that it is used on baby diapers to reduce diaper rash.

How long does the treatment last?

Since the cured antimicrobial is nonvolatile, insoluble, and non-leaching, the treatment should last for up to 90+ days on surfaces. The life of a treated surface depends on a number of factors, not the least of which is surface preparation. If you treat a dirty or unstable surface, when the dirt comes off or the surface is disturbed, some of the antimicrobial will be removed with it. Abrasive or caustic (pH>10.5) cleaners will also shorten effective life.

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What does your antimicrobial coating protect against?

Our antimicrobial coatings have been 3rd-party tested to protect surfaces against viruses, bacteria, mold, mildew, fungi and algae.