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Microban is the global leader in antimicrobial protection • Formed in 1988 in the US, using technology in invasive medical products, e.g. surgical drapes, catheters, etc. • Today Microban is an International business, with 150 partner companies and more than 750 different products available • The Microban antimicrobial ingredient is ‘built-in’ to consumer, industrial and medical products all around the world • Microban is now working in partnership with Armacell International GmbH Where is Microban… Materials: Application areas: Plastics Construction, Yarns & Textiles hospitals, clinics, surgeries, Cellulose hotel, restaurants, catering, Rubber offices, waiting rooms, care homes, Ceramic supermarkets, shopping centres, Liquids public toilets, swimming baths, Solid Polymers airports, public transport, Resins gyms, leisure and spa centres, museums, schools, universities... Facts about bacteria On an unprotected surface, bacteria can double every 20 minutes In half a day 1 bacterium can multiply into 1 million There are more bacteria on a human hand than the population of the world All bacteria need to multiply quickly is a food source, moisture, warmth and time Harmful bacteria is the common cause of illness, odour, staining and product deterioration MICROBAN ANTIMICROBIAL PRODUCT PROTECTION PREVENTING THE GROWTH OF: MICROBES, MILDEW AND MOULD MICROBAN: MAINTAINING THE HYGIENE STANDARDS OF AF/ARMAFLEX FLEXIBLE INSULATION FOR HVAC EQUIPMENTS IN PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND CLEAN ROOMS Armacell working with Microban Armacell has worked with Microban since 2006, when it introduced the first elastomer insulation material with antimicrobial protection in the United States. Due to the increased awareness about the importance of indoor air quality, the product quickly became a success and is specified today in many projects for schools, hospitals, colleges, etc. After its roll-out with great acceptance in the UK and Indian markets, Armacell is now for the first time offering the Armaflex with Microban antimicrobial protection to the European market. Armaflex insulation with Microban - an added advantage for HVAC systems in public buildings AF/Armaflex with Microban antimicrobial product protection: an added level of protection against mould and mildew Insulation on Air Conditioning and Ventilation systems in public areas often have a high risk of microbial growth - therefore the addition of Microban antimicrobial product protection provides an added level of defense against the growth and transference of harmful microbes such as mould and mildew across public areas such as schools, hospitals and shopping malls; minimising the risk of cross-contamination. Microban efficacy demonstration Unprotected Surface 2 hours 16 hours 20 hours 24 hours 20 hours 24 hours Surface with Microban® Antimicrobial Protection 2 hours 16 hours This information is based upon standard laboratory tests and is provided for comparative purposes to substantiate antibacterial activity for non-public health applications. Microban technology is not designed to replace good hygiene practices or protect users from disease causing microorganisms. Antibacterial action limited to product surface. Microban in AF / Armaflex The MICROBAN® active ingredient is incorporated into the resin mix at the start of the manufacturing process It is evenly distributed throughout the matrix of the product It protects across the entire surface - even hard to reach areas The active ingredient will not wash or wear out. It lasts for the lifetime of the insulation The Microban technology within AF/Armaflex is BUILT-IN, it is not a surface coating AF/Armaflex proven effective AF/Armaflex with Microban antimicrobial protection has been tested according to ASTM G21 and ASTM 1338 The photograph above is of a Microban treated sample showing a zone of inhibition around the sample. This shows that mould and fungi are unable to grow in proximity to or on the surface of the Microban treated sample.