MicroBlok® and Fitsi Health Team Up To Increase Patient Comfort
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates 2 million patients are diagnosed with hospital-acquired infections annually. Due to hard to clean equipment and the transfer of bacteria, approximately 98,987 of those 2 million patients died. This equals over 275 deaths a day, which is more than the number of breast and prostate cancer deaths combined. And the human consequences...
Read More »PurThread Technologies Partners with Beacon Linens to Provide Durable Antimicrobial Protection to Healthcare and Household Bed Linens
PurThread's Protective Yarns Will Yield Antimicrobial Benefits to Makers of Patent-Pending Beacon Linens Sheets RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.- – PurThread Technologies, Inc., maker of next generation antimicrobial fibers and yarns, announces a partnership with Beacon Linens to provide antimicrobial and anti-odor protection to the North Carolina-based developer and manufacturer of Simple-Fit...
Read More »Antimicrobial Additive prevents bacteria growth on products.
Developed for use in hospitals and residences, Seal Shield™ makes healthcare and consumer products resistant to- growth of viruses, fungi, and odor-causing microbial bacteria. Permanent antimicrobial protection afforded by this EPA-registered, antimicrobial, fungistatic additive- helps keep treated products cleaner, greener, and fresher for extended periods. Product is available in liquid,...
Read More »A. Schulman to Feature a Wide Range of Integrated Solutions Serving the North American Packaging Industry at PACK EXPO International
AKRON, Ohio- – A. Schulman, Inc. (Nasdaq-GS: SHLM), a leading international supplier of high-performance plastic compounds and resins, will feature an integrated range of products and services for flexible and rigid packaging at PACK EXPO International, November 2-5, 2014, in Chicago.- A. Schulman will be located in Booth 6704, Lakeside Hall, at McCormick Place. A. Schulman's Masterbatch...
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Inventory Management Services
This white paper provides an overview into the benefits, approaches and considerations for inventory management services.
Read More »Plastics Color Corporation to Exhibit at PACK EXPO International in November
ASHEBORO, N.C. – Plastics Color Corporation (PCC), the global leader in color concentrates, functional additives and custom polymer masterbatches for the plastics industry, will exhibit at PACK EXPO International November 2-5 in Chicago, Ill. At its Booth (N-5183) in the North Upper Hall at McCormick Place, PCC will showcase several innovative and market-leading products for the plastics...
Read More »What is Antimicrobial Materials for Plastic Injection Molding
When antimicrobial materials are used in plastic injection molding for medical device components, the reduction in infection is significant and measurable. Healthcare acquired infections are known as HAI's within the industry. The statistics for these incidences have caused alarm in some medical communities. Tracking the reduction of health device induced infections is a standard part of the...
Read More »Cu Healthy Products and Hussey Copper Announce a Partnership to Introduce the Copper Shark Touch Tool Made with EPA-Registered MD-Cu29 Antimicrobial Copper
PITTSBURGH - Hussey Copper, a leader in copper manufacturing, has entered into a new partnership with Cu Healthy Products, LLC™ of Morganton, N.C. to launch The Copper Shark™ touch tool made with the EPA registered MD-Cu(29) antimicrobial copper.- Cu Healthy Products has designed an innovative shark-shaped touch tool used to minimize contact with potentially contaminated common surfaces...
Read More »Bluestar Silicones Presents Elastomeric Solutions at Medical Design and Manufacturing (MD&M) West Show
EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. –- Bluestar Silicones will showcase its silicone elastomer solutions for the healthcare and medical market at the upcoming Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) West Conference (Booth #1547), February 10-13, in Anaheim, Calif. Featuring High Performance LSRS The company is broadening its high durometer liquid silicone rubber (LSR) portfolio, adding a 65 Shore A (ShA)...
Read More »Solid Surface Material offers antimicrobial protection.
Designed to stop growth of mold and mildew and actively eliminate many dangerous microbes, BioPrism-® Antimicrobial protects vulnerable surfaces in buildings, including wall panels, showers and- tubs, washroom privacy partitions, window sills- and decorative trim, and vanities- and countertops.
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Fresh on the Table: Polymers for Increased Food Safety
Detectable, lubricant-free, FDA-conforming, chemical-resistant and anti-microbial – igus-® polymer solutions for safe and residue-free food production. East Providence, RI — Designers and operators of food production lines must adhere to strict food hygiene regulations from the FDA to ensure consumers can buy food safely. This includes avoiding any kind of contamination such as from foreign...
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New Davenport Hybrid Machine Offers Unique Flexibility for Parts Manufacturing
The Davenport Hybrid machine offers greater flexibility, easier set-ups, and faster cycle times. Check out the video to learn more.
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