BioCote Technology

The active ingredient in BioCote® is the element silver in the form of silver ions. Silver is a natural antimicrobial, which inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold and fungi, especially in water systems. Silver is also currently used in the healthcare sector in silver coated catheters and wound dressings.The silver ions are added to materials at the manufacturing stage. This results in an active concentration of silver ions on the surface of the product.

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The silver ions cause functions in the bacteria to break down. This results in the bacteria being unable to reproduce and therefore inhibits bacterial growth.

Extensive independent testing has been carried out on a wide range of bacteria including MRSA and E.coli. Products have been tested for the simulated life of the product /material with no significant reduction in the antimicrobial performance noted; therefore the silver ions are effective for the life of the product.

BioCote® forms part of a second line of defense, with the potential for spreading contamination through manual contact being minimised. Working with Manufacturers, BioCote® can offer a complete anti microbial solution incorporating BioCote® technology into a variety of product surfaces which are effective against a wide range of organisms.

BioCote® advocate that all protected products are cleaned in the accordance with cleaning regimes and procedures in place.

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