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  • 24.7.2023

    Biocides & Redox initiators for the retention of biocide stability

    The right combination of biocides & redox initiators for the retention of biocide stability: Insights from Dr. Stefan Mark and Anja Fischer’s Presentation

     

  • 8.6.2023

    Viruses and bacteria: What is the difference?

    To summarize, bacteria are tiny microbes that can make us ill and can independently reproduce. Since viruses do not have a metabolism and cannot reproduce without other cells, they are normally not considered living beings in the literal sense.

     

  • 12.4.2023

    In-can preservation using biocides: A curse or a blessing?

    Paint manufacturers use biocides to protect water-based paints from bacteria and fungi. In Europe, there are strict regulations that determine, which biocides may be used for paint preservation. Paint manufacturers around the world trust in SANITIZED’s expertise to overcome all these challenges.

     

  • 22.7.2021

    How a quality seal affects the purchasing decision

    Are purchasing decisions always influenced by rational factors? Or do your gut feelings and emotional incentives ultimately prevail? A powerful quality seal appeals to consumers both on a rational and emotional level.

     

  • 4.11.2020

    7 Years Into BPR – Why Many Antimicrobial Products Are Not Yet Compliant

    The BPR (Biocidal Products Regulation) was announced in 2012 and came into full force in 2013, its purpose to regulate not only the Biocidal Products we use but also any items that have been treated with a Biocidal Product in the EU, also known as ‘Treated Articles’. This one of many key differences between the BPR and its predecessor, the BPD (Biocidal Products Directive) which focused on active substances and biocidal products only.

     

  • 20.8.2020

    Protection against COVID-19: Which antiviral advertising claims are legal? SANITIZED explains.

    As long as coronavirus is around, the market for mouth and nose protection will continue to grow worldwide. An increasing number of textile manufacturers are serving the “community masks” market segment and, of course, the masks that are used in the medical field as well. A critical look at the plethora of offerings gives the impression that claims of a product’s “antiviral” properties are sometimes made very loosely. This is risky for several reasons:

     

  • 28.7.2020

    Paints, coatings, and production companies: hygiene requires an active commitment. Microbes multiply from one to a million in just 7 hours

    Bacteria, yeasts, and fungi in production plants are detrimental to paints and coatings. And they cause wide-ranging customer complaints: In most cases, changes in viscosity, odor build-up and discoloration result in a total loss, which costs companies money and tarnishes the manufacturer’s reputation.

     

  • 8.1.2020

    Using BPR Compliance As A USP For Your Product

    Across the EU manufacturers, product owners and marketing teams may be missing out on an important USP for their products, BPR compliance. If you are selling a product that benefits from an antimicrobial effect brought about by the addition of a biocidal ingredient (known as a Treated Article under the BPR), then you are no doubt advertising this important characteristic.  

     

  • 12.11.2019

    Value-Added In-Can Preservation

    Future Options for MIT-Free Preservation
    The global market for water-based, technical products is growing very quickly and is gaining more recognition than ever before. Health issues, environmental impact and sustainability of technical products are in the forefront of discussions and are likely to remain key issues. People care about the impact that their purchases have on their health and the environment.