Biomaster
Independent Antimicrobial Testing
Apreco’s Partnership with Biomaster
Apreco was the first company to introduce antimicrobial coatings to Air Pressure Stabilisers in 2005.
To this day, Apreco continues to utilise Biomaster’s antimicrobial coatings.
In partnership with Biomaster, Apreco have carried out independent tests to prove the antimicrobial performance and longevity of the powder coating finish applied to all our VARI-centric® Air Pressure Stabilisers and their accessories as standard.
These tests have proven that the silver ion technology in the Biomaster coating remains active for 10+ years and reduces E.coli and MRSA organisms by 99.999% within a 24 hour duration.
| Biomaster Coated Stabiliser Frame in RAL9010 as Standard | Biomaster Coated Stabiliser Blade(s) in RAL9010 as Standard | Biomaster Coated Stabiliser Accessories in RAL9010 as Standard | Independent Antimicrobial Performance Tests | Independent 10 Year Age Accelerated Tests | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apreco | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Apreco’s range of VARI-centric® Air Pressure Stabilisers has Biomaster coated Blades and Frames ensuring the highest antimicrobial protection available on the market.
Other products may claim to offer antimicrobial protection as standard, but unfortunately, these products are generally only coated with an antimicrobial coating on their frame. Other components of the air pressure stabiliser that are left uncoated such as the stainless steel blades offer no antimicrobial protection. (As shown below and in our Independent report)
Why use Biomaster
Biomaster’s powder coating used on the VARI-centric® Air Pressure Stabilisers utilises silver ions which hold extensive approvals including those for food contact. All the active components used in the coating are approved by the EFSA and FDA and supported by the Biocidal Product Regulations.
Biomaster eradicates the bacteria which cause contamination and infection. Its purpose is not to create a sterile environment but to act as a complementary measure to routine cleaning. The main function of the Biomaster coating is to offer protection against a range of bacteria including e.coli, MRSA, Salmonella, and Legionella, as well as black mould growth biofilm and fungi.
Independent performance tests carried out for Apreco have proven that Biomaster powder-coated VARI-centric® Air Pressure Stabilisers reduce E.coli and MRSA organisms by 99.999% within a 24-hour duration.
Independent 10 year accelerated ageing tests carried out for Apreco have proven that SteriTouch® powder-coated VARI-centric® Air Pressure Stabilisers resulted in no loss in antimicrobial performance.
To find out more about Biomaster please visit their website.
Why not to use Stainless Steel
Historically brushed Hair Line Stainless Steel has been the material of choice in the healthcare sector, however, antimicrobial claims cannot be made for this material as it has not been supported for inclusion on the BPR (Biocidal Products Regulation).
The brushed surface finish on Stainless Steel also acts as a safe haven for bacteria allowing it to survive and thrive even after routine cleaning.
