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components have antimicrobial product protection, including the transmitter and other plastic/rubber parts.
Any equipment that involves frequent handling is a vector for bacterial growth. Bytec manufactures an antimicrobial easy- clean, wireless, USB keyboard designed to enhance infection control protocols and functionality for hospital and medical environments. The Medi-Key medical grade keyboard is made of waterproof hypo- allergenic silicone rubber, so it can be washed under running tap water. The keyboard’s surface also contains antimicrobial technology, helping prevent the growth of bacteria. Computer tablets and smart phones are increasingly commonplace in healthcare environments. Innervision Technology produces Tough-
PAC covers - sealed robust shells with internal shock protection together with rapid charge docking and an antimicrobially-protected casing. The product is designed for iPads and iPhones typically used for quick access to patient files and the input of data. The design also allows the device to be effectively cleaned with industry standard materials. Nojerm, manufacturers of infection
Cleaning processes are generally effective at reducing bacteria on surfaces, but as soon as cleaning stops, microbes begin to grow.
control furniture and equipment for the healthcare sector, has a range of ultra- hygienic modular wall mounted and mobile privacy screens. Cleenscreen panel surfaces are smooth and devoid of microbe-attracting areas, enabling quick, thorough and assured cleaning. The panels also contain antimicrobial technology to help protect product surfaces against the growth of bacteria. The Cleenscreen system is modular so that the panels can be re-configured to suit any particular application and can be disconnected for terminal cleaning if required.
Medication errors
Even with experienced, well-trained staff on board, it’s often hard to completely eliminate medication errors and possible risk to patients. Biodose is the only monitored dosage system on the market to accommodate liquid and solid medication and is used by thousands of care home managers across the country because it cuts the risks that come with managing complex medication regimes. For extra protection, every Biodose medication tray is protected with Biomaster technology to help prevent bacterial surface growth.
Healthcare estates
The healthcare estate accounts for a significant portion of clinical spending. With a direct cost of £7 billion per annum, within the NHS it the third largest expenditure after staff and drugs. Specifying materials containing antimicrobial technology can therefore reduce operational risk, helping protect product surfaces against microbial infection and making the environment more hygienic for patients and clinicians. For example, contamination from foot, wheel and airborne microbial particles is often disregarded as “dust” or “dirt”, but the dangers it poses can be devastating. Dycem manufactures contamination control floor solutions for hygiene-critical environments. Control mats and flooring systems with antimicrobial protection effectively trap foot, wheel and airborne contamination on their surface, reducing the spread of contaminants. Research has shown that the use of antimicrobial mats can lead to a 75% reduction in airborne contaminants. Antimicrobial technology is also easily added to any water, solvent, oil or powder based paint or lacquer to inhibit the growth of micro-organisms such as bacteria, yeast and mould. There are several antimicrobial paints and coatings available for use in hygiene critical and high traffic environments. Urban Hygiene produces easy-on+, an antimicrobial finish with a 20-year life designed for hospital ICU’s, theatres and wards. This Biomaster infused coating can be applied to any clean surface whether painted or natural and forms a washable seamless barrier that inhibits the growth of bacteria by up to 99.99%. Sterishield, manufactured by Dulux, is a durable, stain-resistant matt emulsion incorporating antimicrobial technology and is suitable for all interior wall and ceiling surfaces. Both finishes are typically used to enhance cleaning regimes and offer ‘between clean’ benefits, providing a more hygienic environment. Furniture in healthcare environments is
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often fixed or hard to move and as such is more likely to harbour bacteria. Finishes can also deteriorate as a result of spillages or chemical abrasion. Antimicrobial coatings can be applied to just about any furniture, fixture or fitting including architectural finishes for door and window frames, door handles, pull handles and push plates for added product protection.
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