Antibiotic-resistant bacteria and hospital-acquired infections (HAI) are examples of global problems where good hand hygiene is not always enough. One way to prevent the spread of bacteria is to coat the surfaces touched by people, such as door handles, chairs, and light switches with hygienic coatings, which prevent the spread of microbes. At the same time, however, the technologies used for this purpose must be safe. Teknos participated in an independent study to investigate the anti-microbial efficacy and safety of silver-treated laminate and powder coatings surfaces. The study results confirm that hygienic coatings are both safe and effective.
In the independent study led by Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan in Sweden, the aim was to research whether the anti-microbial efficacy of silver-treated laminate and powder coatings surfaces was reduced upon simulated surface weathering and fingerprint contact. Also, the study aim was to find out if silver content was present on the top surface, and if it was possible to measure the amount of silver released. Silver phosphate actively prevents bacterial growth and prevents bacterial division. Teknos uses the effective and safe BioCote® technology in its hygienic coatings, which is based on silver phosphate. Teknos participated in the research by supplying example pieces to be tested. The pieces were coated with Teknos hygienic powder coatings.