It has been well understood for many years that microscopic organisms are responsible for many diseases and infections. In today’s fast moving and globally mobile world, antimicrobial solutions help reduce and control outbreaks of diseases such as influenza, coronaviruses and Ebola, which could pose threats to our well-being if left untreated.
Microbial control technologies are the building blocks of a wide range of disinfectants and antimicrobial products. These include advanced antimicrobial coatings for germ-infested environments, such as hospitals and locker-rooms, as well as for softer cleaners used in soaps, home care detergents and dishwashing liquids.
Microbial control technologies and biocides play a key role in our daily lives, contributing to hygiene and sustainability, but what would happen if they suddenly disappeared? MCEC’s joint video with
Microbial control technologies ensure the quality of leather by protecting it from bacterial and fungal degradation. In the leather industry, microbial control is crucial to maintaining the quality and longevity
Microbial Control in Plastics: the key to safety and durability Plastics, integral to numerous applications, face challenges from microbial growth. Antimicrobials offer a solution, ensuring plastics remain robust hence extending
In hospitals, where patients are at their most vulnerable, a sterile environment is paramount. Disinfectants are used to treat surfaces, equipment, and even the air to ensure a sterile environment.
Your washing machine is full of tiny organisms called microbes, which, if not kept in check, can cause unpleasant odours, transfer of microbes to the laundry and even damage your
Imagine taking your household detergent to clean your house and suddenly mould spores are floating on the surface of the cleaner. Not only a nightmare for the end user, but
Microbial control solutions play a crucial role in several key healthcare applications. From sanitising food containers to prevent foodborne illnesses to disinfecting surfaces in hospitals and public facilities to reduce
Microbes may be invisible, but they are very much a reality. Microbial control solutions can fight off these tiny organisms and are used in many applications, from preventing paints from
Pipes are used everywhere around us. Over time, long pipes and the high organic load in water result in biofilm build-up. Biofilms consist of colonies of bacteria and other microorganisms
Just as proper hygiene prevents humans from spreading germs and so helps reduce outbreaks of disease, the same principle applies to animals. Infection can be introduced by a single sick
Wooden furniture and timber are present in our homes in everything from window frames and wooden paneling to the very structure of the buildings themselves. Microbial control solutions in the
Microbial control technologies can both stabilise a can of paint before its application and protect the material to which the paint is applied. Surface treatments via paint are especially important
COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It is commonly referred to as the coronavirus. Technically speaking, coronaviruses are a big family of different viruses, some of
That climate change is affecting the world we live in, is not breaking news. Did you ever consider, however, the effect that environmental changes may have on food- and waterborne
Paints and coatings are very good examples of how microbial control technology is used. Microbial control products preserve materials, e.g. stabilise a can of paint before its application, while also
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