Membrane touch panel switches are used on many pieces of medical equipment. These Panels are often used in high risk areas such as operating theatres and intensive care hospital wards. Hygiene is critical in these areas due to the high number of operators using this equipment.
The Microban® technology is incorporated in the material textured hardcoat during the manufacturing process. This process ensures even distribution of the antimicrobial agent throughout the texture, providing continuous antimicrobial protection. The benefits of using antimicrobial material, When bacteria comes into contact with the material. The antimicrobial function disrupts the cell wall and affects the ability of the bacteria to reproduce and so kills or inhibits bacterial growth. Antibacterial and antimicrobial are the two terms commonly used by manufacturers to describe the hygiene functionality of there products. Why use Antimicrobial, While anti-bacterial products are effective against bacteria only. Antimicrobial products kill micro-organisms which include bacteria, fungi, moulds and viruses. Antimicrobial products compliment good hygiene practices and can provide additional protection. The film surface provides dependable and constant protection against bacterial contamination. This material is not a substitute for cleaning, but it will provide users with a dependable and constant protection against bacteria contamination Antimicrobial products are being adopted by companies operating proactive strategies to manage and control hygiene levels. Affective Against
The spread of infections is an escalating problem, MRSA is of a particular concern in hospitals and medical centres. It is resistant to standard antibiotics and is therefore extremely difficult to kill. MRSA is carried on the skin or in the nose. MRSA can be transferred to, and can live on walls, doors, switches and other surfaces. Others microbes include E coli, Klebsiella etc. Research has demonstrated that hand contact with contaminated surfaces can rapidly transfer bacteria. Locations at risk Hospitals, medical centres, Convalescent / Retirement homes, Retailers, Cruise liners / Ships, Sport centres, Schools, Prisons and Military. While in hospital 9% of patients acquire an infection(UK). Hospitals acquired infections including MRSA cause 5000 deaths per year and contribute to a further 15,000 deaths. MRSA costs the Health Service £1 billion per annum in a figure that is reflected across Europe. Contact IN2TEC to learn more on how this advance in Membrane Switch technology can help providing you with an innovative solution at the leading edge of membrane switch technology for the Health Care and Hygienic environments. Click here to view Autotex AM documents available for download. |
