by Wim | Aug 10, 2015 | Market Updates, News
The global antimicrobial coatings market is expected to reach USD 4,520.3 million by 2020, according to a new study by Grand View Research Inc. Growing demand for medical device coatings is expected to remain a key market driver over the next six years. In addition...
by Wim | Jun 4, 2015 | Electronic Journal
When we think of green cleaning, our focus is typically on the chemicals, equipment and procedures used to clean facilities. However, an effective green cleaning program starts long before we even consider chemicals, equipment or procedures. In fact, it starts before...
by Wim | Apr 30, 2015 | News
While there may be no silver bullet for germs, researchers have developed antimicrobial abrasion-resistant coatings that use silver and copper colloids to kill germs and stop new ones from becoming established on surfaces. The metals work by gradually releasing...
by Wim | Jan 9, 2015 | News
The Face of the USEPA Science Advisory Board Could Change The EPA's Science Advisory Board (SAB) was established in 1978 to ensure the EPA uses the most up to date and relevant scientific research for its decision making and that the EPA's programs reflect this...
by Wim | Jan 2, 2015 | News
Growing Consumer Demand for Antimicrobial Treated Products Consumer awareness regarding the importance of antimicrobials is growing. Recent Market Research by Transparency Market Research indicates that a portion of that growth is owed to the widespread outbreaks of...
by Wim | Oct 17, 2014 | News
Clothing textiles are in close contact with the microorganisms of the skin and those of the environment. The clothes create a warm and often moist environment on the skin, which leads to the growth of bacteria. In some cases, these microorganisms lead to unpleasant...