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sil-Wear
AgPURE nanosilver
High-performance antimicrobial coating
Silver is a proven and effective, but very
gentle antimicrobial substance which is
harmless to both people and the environment.
Silver was one of the earliest disinfectants
and today is widely used in medical applications
– for acupuncture needles, surgical
instruments, dressings and plasters. The
eyes of many newborn babies are washed
with silver nitrate to prevent infection.
AgPURE nanosilver has a wide range of
use, including protection against bacteria,
yeasts and fungi. It is effective at an
extremely low silver concentration –
approx. 0.01%.
1:1,000,000
1:1,000,000
1 km asteroid 1 mm grain of sand 1 nm nanoparticle
AgPURE provides surfaces with a bacteriostatic coating, protecting them (though not their immediate surroundings) against bacteria,
fungi and viruses.
AgPURE is invisible to the human eye and is highly effective without altering basic properties.
AgPURE surfaces are activated by moisture and normal levels of humidity in air are sufficient for activation.
How AgPURE works
Highly effective protection against bacteria, yeasts and fungi.
Microorganisms
Destroyed microorganisms
AgPURE consists of inorganic particles which measure just a few
nanometres. In the outermost layer of each nanoparticle are individual
active silver ions.
Air humidity
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AgPURE combats microorganisms in 3 stages:
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1. Reduces the build-up of microbes
Fewer colonies, poor growth conditions
2. Disrupts cell metabolism by removing potassium ions
Reduces the viability of microorganisms
3. Irreversible reactions with amino acids containing sulphur
Destroys proteins and DNA/RNA
AgPURE is a trademark of rent a scientist GmbH. © Copyright rent a scientist and uvex 2008
Coating < 10 µm
Film
Spunbond
Graphic illustrating the effect of AgPURE on microbes