BRAND-NEW
Kraton Launched the Nexar Anti-Fog Coatings for Medical Personal Protection Equipment The new coating developed by Kraton prevents fogging from face shields and eye protection equipment worn by healthcare professionals. and the use of proper PPE. The same also survey
© Pexels
revealed that fogging eyewear prompted individuals to touch their faces more frequently, compromising safety protocols. Through extensive research processes, Kraton has developed the new Nexar Anti-Fog coatings and films to offer a cutting-edge solution to the fogging problems commonly associated with certain PPE. The new technology helps to provide healthcare workers with a useful tool that creates prolonged fog-free eyewear, ensuring uncompromised visibility. Nexar Anti-Fog coatings and films incorporate a highly advanced technology that combines hydrophobic and hydrophilic segments to effectively remove moisture that causes fogging while providing exceptional strength and flexibility at the same time. The specialised nanochannels integrated into the surface can swiftly capture and absorb moisture upon contact, leaving no time for fog to form: they
K
can indeed absorb over 200% of its weight in water. raton has recently presented its Nexar Anti-
In addition, the coating developed by Kraton does
Fog coatings and films: the international
not include per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances
manufacturer of sustainable specialty
(PFAS).
polymers and high-value biobased products derived
“As a company committed to the well-being of
from pine wood pulping co-products has developed
healthcare workers and patients, Kraton understands
the new solution in order to specifically address
the importance of clear vision in delivering
persistent fogging issues experienced by healthcare
exceptional care. We are proud to introduce Nexar
professionals when using personal protection
Anti-Fog coatings and films, which address the
equipment (PPE), such as face shields and eye
daily challenges healthcare professionals face. Our
protection. Traditional face shields and goggles are
advanced technology enables healthcare workers
prone to fogging, causing discomfort and hindering
to work comfortably with prolonged vision clarity,
clear vision during critical procedures. Several surveys
making their daily tasks safer and more efficient,” has
and studies have highlighted fogging as the primary
stated Jeff Mathers, General Manager at Kraton.
concern expressed by healthcare workers. As a matter of fact, in a comprehensive survey conducted with over 1,600 healthcare professionals, fogging
For further information:
has been identified as a significant barrier to comfort
www.nexar-antifog.com