Working 24/7 to combat bacteria
Hygiene is a growing concern in today’s society. Preventing the spread of harmful bacteria and the safe protection of everyday products in hospitals, public places or at home is highly valued by customers.
Some bacteria can also adversely affect everyday products causing stains, embrittlement, odours and product deterioration. Dryflex antimicrobial TPE can help to prevent these issues and extend the service life of the finished product.
Properties
Dryflex antimicrobial TPEs attack micro-organisms at source, helping prevent problems before they occur. Samples have been independently tested and proven to kill >99.9% of gram positive and negative bacteria when tested by the recognised ISO 22196 test method. They are effective against MRSA, E-Coli, Pseudomonas Aeroginosa and Salmonella and many other harmful bacteria.
As the antimicrobial treatment is formulated into the compound at the time of manufacture; the antimicrobial activity is consistent throughout the TPE and not solely on the surface. Performance is not affected by external stresses, scratches and wear and tear.
The active ingredient is included in the EFSA guidelines and FDA approved as suitable for food contact, it is EPA registered and complies with the European Biocidal Products Directive (BPD).
Applications​
- Consumer goods
- Areas with a heavy footfall such as schools, shopping centres & gyms
- Sports equipment
- Healthcare and clinical environments
- Public transport
- Packaging
Benefits of Dryflex Antimicrobial TPEs
- Value add, product differentiation
- Effective against MRSA, E-Coli, Pseudomonas Aeroginosa and Streptococci
- ‘Built in’, consistent protection – performance is not affected by wear, stress or cleaning chemicals
- Suitable for transparent articles and has a high degree of thermal stability
- Non-toxic and safe for humans
- Inhibits the growth of bacteria to prolong the product life
- Samples tested to ISO 22196:2007
Our Dryflex Antimicobial expert
Martin Bradbury
Senior Key Account Manager for HEXPOL TPE Ltd
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Dryflex Antimicrobial TPE Product Guide
