Protection Against Viral, Bacterial & Other Microbial Infections

Bacoban®

Nanotech formulated, long-lasting surface disinfection for sensitive areas and high multi-user environments

Developed and produced by ropimex® Chemicals, Bacoban® is an innovative disinfectant that offers residual effect through nanotechnology and is a disinfectant that acts fast (within 5 minutes). It has a long lasting anti-viral effect against bacterias, viruses and fungi. Once evaporated, Bacoban® forms a “nano-sponge”. Through this nano-sponge layer biocides, following contamination, diffuse to the surface where they kill viruses, bacterias and fungis with a residual effect – a long-term effectiveness of up to 10 days.

Over the years, the number of infections by micro-organisms, especially around hospital areas, has grown tremendously. As a result. infection control and reduction of the infection foci have become a special challenge. Up to 800,000 patients become ill every year with nosocomial infections in German hospitals alone. About 50,000 patients die from the results. In addition, there has been a large increase in MRSA infections, from 1.7% in 1990 up to more than 20% now. An MRSA rate of 50% is assumed in countries such as Japan, USA, England, Spain and France.

Conventional disinfectants are effective immediately, but only for a short period. Micro-organisms are only killed during the few minutes of the duration of the active period. After that, when the disinfectant has evaporated, the area treated is again subjected to microbial strains. Until the next disinfection, a hygiene gap results, in which there can be a repeated settlement by micro-organisms.

Comparison between Bacoban® and customary disinfection solutions

Bacoban® is a highly developed and “intelligent” disinfection-system with controlled release. Conventional disinfectants are effective when applied. They protect for a short period, the disinfection of micro-organisms last for the duration of the active period. Contamination will occur after the drying period. Bacoban® has a long-lasting anti-microbial effect – lasting up to 10 days. The real benefit of Bacoban® is that it ensures a significantly higher safety against re-infection between disinfection periods. Hence, Bacoban® is an effective weapon in the fight against cross-infection.

Bacoban® leaves behind a three-dimensional nano-structured layer on the surface. This nano-thin layer stores the biocides and becomes active to kill re-colonizing bacteria, virus and fungi. Bacoban® protects the treated surface from microbial growth, virtually eliminating cross-contamination between disinfection periods. Bacoban® is tested and certified for up to 10 days of anti-microbial protection.

Bacoban® cleaner/ disinfectant is ideal for cleaning and disinfection for a broad range of industries. Its nanocoat layer offers an easy-to-clean surface that can reduce cleaning time by up to 50%. By reducing surface energy soiling, dust and other particles loosely adhere to the surface allowing them to be easily removed. So it can be used as an alternative cleaner and disinfectant of choice to provide superior anti-pathogen protection, with a residual effect. It can also be easily integrated into established cleaning and disinfection programs to help improve the overall infection control.