By definition, a hygiene coating is a seamless coating with antibacterial properties. Triclosan has been widely used as an additive in hygiene paints and sealant for its antimicrobial effect. More recently however, silver ion based additives are being used to create hygiene coatings with strong efficacy, such as Silverhouse.
Nanotechnology is often used to create coatings made up of silver ions. These attack the outer cell of the microbe, break down its DNA and then mulch to prevent cell replication. Most silver based hygienic coatings use an inorganic solution (silver chloride). While this is also effective against bacteria, it is susceptible to visible discolouration. This therefore makes silver ion technology more appropriate for hygiene coatings, which need to retain long-term efficacy. Look at some medical journals on the subject or related research institutes such as Silverhouse.
I'm a chemistry student doing an assignment on this subject and have found that silver ions in coatings appear to be the most effective way of actually killing barteria such as MRSA. Try looking at silver ion research material and hygiene coating companies like Silverhouse.
Coatings was created on 1997-10-21.
Three basic segments existed within the industry: architectural coatings, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) product coatings, and special purpose coatings.
Society for Protective Coatings was created in 1950.
European Coatings Journal was created in 1986.
Companies that make ceramic coatings include Thomas Net and Jet Hot. Other companies manufacturing these items include Energy Seal, Classic Coatings and US Ceramic Coatings.
DuPont; PPG Industries; Sherwin-Williams; RPM Inc.; Courtaulds Coatings, Inc.; Glidden; Akzo Coatings, Inc.; and Valspar Corp. were all important producers of specialty coatings.
Yes, absolutely, heat can damage coatings.
Exopack Advanced Coatings was created on 2007-08-06.
Primary markets for these products included automotive and machinery refinishing, industrial maintenance, bridges, traffic markings, metallic coatings, and marine coatings.
The website for Concrete Coatings, which is based in Layton, Utah, has a full range of available concrete coatings and accessories. Customer services and queries can be reached with a toll-free number.