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BioProtect™ is an antimicrobial solution coating applied to
Daray’s products for infection control. Our core products
are medical, dental and veterinary lighting used by
specialist staff treating patients. Infection is the
highest risk in patient environments. BioProtect™
provides excellent protection against illnesscausing bacteria such as MRSA, Salmonella, E.
coli, Campylobacter and many other bacteria and
fungal growths.
MRSA
without
BioProtect™
Whilst maintaining the need for good hygiene
practices, the BioProtectTM antimicrobial products
represent an excellent complementary measure that
inhibits bacterial growth between normal cleaning
cycles.
BioProtect™ provides class leading antimicrobial
performance, protecting against both fungal and bacterial
contamination.
MRSA with
BioProtect™
Utilising the natural antimicrobial properties of silver, the
BioProtect™ coating is incorporated directly into the powder
coating finish of our handles and therefore remains effective for the lifetime
of the product.
The active component of the BioProtect™ coating is notified under the European Biocidal Products
Directive and has FDA, EFSA and EPA approval.
BioProtect™ Protection Explained:
Independent Laboratory tests have consistently demonstrated that
BioProtect™ antimicrobial coating will reduce the population of bacteria
such as MRSA and E.Coli by between 99.99% and 99.9999% within 24
hours.
The coating is sufficiently robust for demanding medical applications.
The active ingredient is built into the powder coat finish of the handles
on our lights and will remain antimicrobial for the lifetime of the
product.
In addition to its antimicrobial properties, the BioProtect™ coating
provides protection from corrosion and fungal growth. The coating offers
excellent resistance to most chemicals including cleaning products, and
will not discolour with age.
Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the BioProtect™ antimicrobial agent work?
How quickly does the antimicrobial agent kill bacteria?
The BioProtect™ coating contains an innovative agent
The agent begins killing bacteria as soon as they’re
which exploits the natural antimicrobial properties of silver.
deposited on the surface of the BioProtect™ product.
Since ancient times, silver has been regarded as a versatile
The speed with which the entire population is killed is
‘healing’ tool and was used extensively to control infections
dependent on a number of factors, such as the polymer
and reduce spoilage. Indeed Hippocrates, the ‘Father of
from which the product is fabricated, but we have
Medicine’, taught that silver healed wounds and controlled
consistently demonstrated a reduction of 99.99% to
disease. Around 400 BC he listed as a treatment for ulcers
99.9999% within 24 hours. This can be contrasted with
“the flowers of silver alone, in the finest powder.”
non-antimicrobial products, on which bacteria can survive
and indeed multiply for weeks and even months.
Is the antimicrobial agent safe?
Will the antimicrobial agent run out?
We have test data which illustrates that the antimicrobial
efficacy remains undiminished after nine years. While the
Yes. It has exceptionally low toxicity, is a non-irritant and
non-sensitising.
efficacy may ultimately be reduced, it is likely that this will
not occur during the usable life of the product into which
it is incorporated.
How are the BioProtect™ products tested?
All, powder coat products are batch tested prior
to release. All tests are carried out to the JIS Z
2801:2000 standard by independent laboratories.
QAB-BioProtect-5-0911
DARAY’s SL180LED
medical examination light
with BioProtect™ coating
Tel: +44 (0) 800 804 8384
Fax: +44 (0) 333 321 0973
URL: www.daray.co.uk
Email: [email protected]