Handling surfaces play an active role in the transmission of micro-organisms due to biofilm formation and cross contamination.

Degradation of surface coatings also creates sites for bacterial proliferation and minimises the effectiveness of cleaning regimes.

The challenge has been to produce a quality surface coating, which is resistant to corrosion and damage, and capable of providing a lifetime limitation of bacterial growth.

Arkema – a leading coating manufacturer, in conjunction with Sanitized AG have developed Rilsan®ACTIVE – a revolutionary new nylon coating with locked in anti-microbial additives.

The effectiveness of Rilsan®ACTIVE has been tested against the following primary disease causing bacteria.