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Antimicrobial effectiveness

Antimicrobial coating
spray and nursing homes

In an environment in which dozens of residents, staff and visitors frequently come into contact with potentially contaminated surfaces and objects, interrupting the chain of infection early is critical. As visitations resume following a pause due to the pandemic, there is an increased risk of exposure to illness from visitors.

To protect the health of residents, many of whom have compromised immune systems, and reduce the risk of infection, a hygiene plan is required. Manual cleaning is not enough to prevent the spread of germs in nursing homes as it is only effective at the point of application. Dyphox’s comprehensive antimicrobial coating spray can form part of a thorough plan alongside personal hygiene and routine cleaning. Dyphox has been proven to kill bacteria and viruses with 99% efficacy, helping protect the most vulnerable in our communities.

Why choose Dyphox

Stop the transmission of germs before they have a chance to spread with Dyphox’s antimicrobial coating spray. This versatile solution for infection control in nursing homes has many benefits for nursing homes and their clients. Dyphox lasts for 12 months indoors to protect against illnesses caused by bacteria, fungi, and viruses, including covid-19, as well as multi-resistant germs.

Low-cost and quick-to-implement

Dyphox only needs to be applied once every twelve months to provide protection against 99.99% of bacteria and viruses, minimising disruption to staff and residents. This low-cost solution is a fantastic option to effectively reduce the risk of transmission in hygiene-critical environments.

Non-toxic and food-safe

This clear solution is non-toxic for humans and the environment. It is safe for use in hygiene-sensitive areas, including food preparation stations. Unlike common disinfectants, Dyphox does not destroy the skin flora and is dermatologically approved.

Improved staff attendance

Front-line workers put themselves at increased risk of contracting and spreading illnesses as they come in frequent contact with potentially contaminated surfaces. Taking additional steps to protect their health reduces the number of sick days taken.

Effective against 99.99% of bacteria, viruses & fungi

Dyphox’s antimicrobial material offers protection against many of the bacteria and viruses that threaten the health of high-risk residents. This includes COVID-19, MRSA, INFLUENZA A, ADENOVIRUS*, and STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS**.
*ISO 22196 (mod.) **ISO 21702 (mod.)

Peace of mind for residents and visitors

Many people experience anxiety around visiting communal healthcare environments. However, allowing and supporting visitations is critical to prevent residents from becoming isolated. Creating a clean and low-risk environment for residents and their families provides peace of mind for all.

Increased infection control standards

Support an approach to hygiene maintenance that follows best practices by taking adequate measures. Dyphox kills bacteria and germs before they have a chance to settle on frequently-used surfaces without a build-up of resistance.

How antimicrobial surfaces improve infection
control standards in medical clinics

Treatment of frequently-touched surfaces and objects, including food trays, equipment, handrails, light switches and door knobs.

Application in communal areas, such as the entrance area, reception, social room and bathrooms.

Appropriate for use on aluminium, plastics, steel, glass and lacquered furniture.

Solution lasts for 12 months on indoor surfaces and six months on outdoor surfaces.

Effective in all humidities and temperatures, from -20 to 80 degrees Celsius, and on wet and dry surfaces.

Resistant to standard disinfectants, allowing routine cleaning to be continued.

The only antimicrobial material appropriate for use in hospitals and nursing homes.

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How Dyphox works

Dyphox is applied as a liquid solution, and once dry, retroactively kills 99.99% of bacteria, viruses and fungi contaminating the surface.

By modifying photocatalysts, the Dyphox team identified molecules that were capable of self-sanitising when exposed to light. Exposure to any form of light, whether natural or artificial, activates Dyphox’s antimicrobial effect when oxygen is present.

Based on photodynamics, the excitation of a photocatalyst by visible light (400–700 nm) leads to the creation of singlet oxygen by transferring the absorbed energy to ambient oxygen. The photodynamic effect induces fast and effective oxidative degeneration of the bacterial wall, and the bacterium quickly dies.

Based on photodynamics, the excitation of a photocatalyst by visible light (400–700 nm) leads to the creation of singlet oxygen by transferring the absorbed energy to ambient oxygen. The photodynamic effect induces fast and effective oxidative degeneration of the bacterial wall, and the bacterium quickly dies.

By modifying photocatalysts, the Dyphox team identified molecules that were capable of self-sanitising when exposed to light. Exposure to any form of light, whether natural or artificial, activates Dyphox’s antimicrobial effect when oxygen is present.

Based on photodynamics, the excitation of a photocatalyst by visible light (400–700 nm) leads to the creation of singlet oxygen by transferring the absorbed energy to ambient oxygen. The photodynamic effect induces fast and effective oxidative degeneration of the bacterial wall, and the bacterium quickly dies.

The singlet oxygen is large enough to be effective in killing germs but is not released into the surrounding environment. Dyphox is non-toxic to humans and the environment.

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