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Why do you need an antimicrobial?
Microorganisms, also known as microbes or germs, are living cells so small that most can be seen only with a microscope. Microbes include bacteria, fungi and algae, and are found everywhere on Earth. While the majority of microbes do not interfere with human activities, in some situations microbes can cause a variety of problems. Growth of microbes on materials such as textiles and plastics can lead to foul odors, discoloration and formation of biofilm (i.e. mildew, slime). In some cases, the attached microbes can even degrade or corrode the material.
Protection against microbes begins with proper hygiene and cleanliness. Cleaning and washing materials such as plastics and textiles with hot water and detergents is one of the best ways to remove and kill attached microbes. However, cleaning procedures can be costly and time consuming, and do not offer residual protection against fresh contamination. By offering your customers the added protection against microbial contamination provided by AlphaSan® technology, additional value is created for your product.
For more information, please visit our website at www.alphasan.com.
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