Nanoscale Disruptive Technology Kills Pathogens on Touch

The surface is also hydrophilic, so that water, oils, dirt, and other contaminants are actively shed. The surfaces are available in standard sizes for door push pads, door handle wraps, door push bar pads, equipment and cart handle wraps, and even disposable mouse pads. The adhesive wrappings are peeled off and replaced periodically.

Maintenance includes routine cleaning with soap and water or stronger cleansers, and does not affect the efficacy of the surface. While the surfaces are self-cleaning at a microscopic level, they can still become soiled or stained if exposed to coffee, wine, or suchlike, but will continue to function as long as no abrasive products that can physically wear or damage them are used. The NanoSeptic self-cleaning surfaces are manufactured by NanoTouch Materials (Forest, VA, USA), and have an effective life in the healthcare setting of 90 days, as long as he surface is not worn.

“When it comes to healthcare, we’re thrilled that our approach aligns with the Hippocratic Oath which states that doctors should ‘first, do no harm,’” said Dennis Hackemeyer, co-founder of NanoTouch Materials. “Since the NanoSeptic surface doesn’t use chemicals, poisons, or heavy metals, we aren’t adding any toxins to the environment, and it doesn’t contribute to antimicrobial resistance.”

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