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[March 2002]
Antibacterial Protection in Ceramic Floors
Kemtile Ltd has a new product that it claims will revolutionise the use of tiling in food manufacturing facilities.The company now offers ceramic flooring systems with Microban (a registered trademark of the Microban Products Company, Huntersville, NC, USA) antibacterial protection in the grout. Kemtile low viscosity epoxy resin grout with Microban can be used as an optional extra with any of the five Kagetec systems. Kemtile is the exclusive UK applicator for Kagetec tiling systems, which are engineered in Germany by Van Koetsveld & Grimberg GmbH.
Microban provides effective protection and performance against bacteria, including E-coli, Salmonella, Listeria and fungi such as Aspergillus Niger (black mould). The growth of bacteria can be reduced by more than 99% and, when combined with good hygiene practice, helps provide a more hygienic environment in kitchens, food preparation areas, food and drink manufacturing facilities, breweries, dairies etc.
Microban antibacterial protection will not wash or wear out and does not affect the appearance of performance of the product. Kemtile epoxy resin grout with Microban provides continuous protection for the life of the product.
Microban is safe. The active ingredient in Microban antibacterial protection has been used in hospitals for over 25 years and can be found in consumer products such as toothpaste, mouthwash and deodorant.
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