Fighting bacteria with Easy-to-clean

Anzeige 05/24/2022 Sonderthemen T | Sonderthemen |

The hydrophilic polymer from a start-up is sprayed onto plastics and painted metals in a dissolved form. It permanently protects them from bacterial and biofilm adhesion. The coating process takes just a few minutes and can be used on medical devices and furniture as well as on touchscreens and light switches.

Hydrophiles Polymer — 100 grams of the hydrophilic polymer are sufficient for 100 to 200 square meters, depending on the surface condition. Bacteria, biofilm and dirt cannot adhere to the coated surface (Image: Flux Polymer)

The layer is only a few nanometers thin. It consists of a water-soluble powder and can be sprayed onto objects made of plastic or metal. However, its effect is great: the hydrophilic powder keeps bacteria and viruses away without being toxic. It adheres permanently even to heavily used surfaces such as door handles or light switches without altering their surface. A start-up has developed the UV-reactive, hydrophilic polymer and is currently testing a wide range of possible uses and modifications. The easy-to-clean surfaces appear to be useful in more than just the fight against disease and germs.

Fighting bacteria with Easy-to-clean

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