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Innovative AkzoNobel Powder Coating Offers Invisible Protection
W
ith the flu season upon us,
Suitable for a wide range of
performance powder coating, it
the need for robust hygiene
applications, it’s typically used in
also performs to the very highest
solutions is as important as ever.
hygiene conscious environments such
antimicrobial standards.”
AkzoNobel’s innovative powder coatings
as hospitals, clinics, changing rooms,
The BioCote® antimicrobial
help keep surfaces hygienically clean all year
schools and public transport.
technology active in Interpon AM
round, while tackling the invisible threat of
“Demand for antimicrobial coatings is
shows no mercy. It reduces up to
cross-contamination.
increasing due to growing consumer
99.99% of bacteria and mold on a
The company’s antimicrobial Interpon AM
concern for hygiene,” explains Mark
protected surface, making it easier
range – recently specified for use on 2,350
Reekie, Global Segment Manager
to keep hygienically clean and
door handles in a clinic in Abu Dhabi –
for AkzoNobel’s industrial powder
reducing the risk of
contains BioCote antimicrobial protection.
coatings. “The beauty of Interpon
cross-contamination.
It not only delivers outstanding decorative
AM is that as well as meeting all
“As the undisputed world leader in
characteristics, but also combats the growth
the protective and decorative
powder coatings, we’re committed
of microbes such as bacteria and mold.
characteristics expected of a high
to setting the standards for quality,
®
service and innovation,” continues © AkzoNobel
Reekie. “Interpon AM is a prime example of how we continue to develop world class products for our customers while always looking to grow and improve.” Adds Jennifer Collier, Partner Development at BioCote: “We work successfully with industry leading, global companies such as AkzoNobel to help them create more hygienic, premium antimicrobial products. We are extremely proud of our partnership with AkzoNobel, and to be part of such a high quality, reliable product. Interpon AM stands as an example of success for all companies that we work with as we continue to achieve greater levels of hygiene around the world.” BioCote is the market-leading antimicrobial solutions provider, with over 20 years of experience in
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antimicrobial technology.
Figure 1: The AkzoNobel’s antimicrobial Interpon AM range is typically used in hygiene conscious environments such as hospitals, clinics, changing rooms, schools and public transport.
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