WHAT IS ANTIMICROBIAL TECHNOLOGY?
Antimicrobial technology is added to the product during the manufacturing process and works to inhibit the growth and reproduction of bacteria, mold, and mildew on product surfaces. Unlike standard disinfectants that provide only limited residual protection, integrated antimicrobial technology works to continuously mitigate destructive microbes on treated products.
WHAT IS AN ANTIMICROBIAL PRODUCT?
An antimicrobial product is a product or surface that, during manufacturing, is treated with an active ingredient to protect it against microbial growth. Once an antimicrobial additive is introduced into the manufacturing process of a product, it stays within the molecular structure of the product material for its useful lifetime. The antimicrobial properties are a secondary, complementary feature of the product.
WHY ADD ANTIMICROBIAL TECHNOLOGY TO PRODUCTS?
The inclusion of antimicrobial protection in a product offers significant benefits by preventing the formation of damaging microbes. This helps safeguard products from degradation, odors, and stains caused by microbial growth, ultimately leading to increased durability and a longer usable life.
By reducing stain- and odor-causing microbes, the technology also helps prevent soiling between cleanings. Products that incorporate antimicrobial technology benefit from a longer lifespan and require less frequent and less intense cleaning, contributing to more sustainable practices and reduced waste.
HOW DO YOU CHOOSE THE RIGHT ANTIMICROBIAL TECHNOLOGY?
Choosing the appropriate antimicrobial technology depends on the product type, distribution locations, and the manufacturer’s benefit claims. Piedmont Chemical Industries has several antimicrobial technologies–each customized for effective use across a variety of industries and applications–years of experience, and technology expertise to help you choose the antimicrobial technology that is right for you.
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Piedmont Chemical Industries is a specialty chemical manufacturer located in High Point, NC. Along with its parent company, Syntha Group, Piedmont was founded in 1938 and remains family-owned and operated.