| Sanitized® Silver
for all textiles without a binder |
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SANITIZED AG, the
worldwide leader in antimicrobial hygiene protection, is
launching a distinct new product Sanitized® Silver, an
antimicrobial finish that can be applied without a binder
not only during the exhaust process but now also during
the padding process. “This is good news to textile
manufacturers because this means delicate and stretchable
fabrics now can be protected against bacteria and odor by
using Sanitized® Silver,” says Darrell Burnette, the
company’s new business development manager for North
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Developed and produced in Switzerland, Sanitized® Silver is
based on silver salt (not metallic silver) which is
scientifically recognized as having natural antimicrobial
properties. As a result, when applied as a finish to fabric,
Sanitized® Silver acts on the bacterial cell membranes, which
prevents their growth and hinders the reproduction of the
bacteria responsible for the development of unpleasant odors –
offering optimal freshness and comfort.
In addition, Sanitized® Silver carries bluesign® approval and
the Oeko-Tex 100 registration (class I-IV) indicating it has
undergone stringent quality tests and has met the highest
requirements. “SANITIZED is an environmentally conscious
company. These quality seals demonstrate that Sanitized® Silver
is safe for man and the environment,” says Burnette, who is a
chemist by training with 20 years of textile/specialty chemical
experience.
Sanitized® Silver Benefits
- May be applied during the padding process, not just the
exhaust process. This means soft and stretchable fabrics that
can only be treated by the padding process now can profit from
this finish which prevents bacteria and odor. This is what
differentiates Sanitized® Silver from other silver products.
- Improves wearing comfort of clothing and does not alter
the feel of soft-touch fabrics.
- Is essential for fabrics, especially polyester, used in
performance clothing found in sportswear, outerwear, and work
wear. It also applies to knitwear such as T-shirts, underwear,
and socks.
- Has a high washing resistance of 50 or more wash cycles at
140 degrees Fahrenheit. Performance clothing stays fresh
longer and can be washed frequently without compromising the
antimicrobial benefits.
- Is suited for all types of fabric construction. It offers
greater flexibility by its ability to combine with a broad
range of other textile finishes.
- Allows for better handling. Sanitized® Silver is a
ready-to-use solution and does not need to be combined with
other products such as a binder.
Sanitized® Silver is NOT
Nanotechnology: Sanitized® Silver is neither
nanotechnology nor nano-silver. This was demonstrated in
measurements taken by an independent institute using the
“Generic Latex Measurement.
”The particle size and distribution measurements verified
that Sanitized® Silver lies out of the nano-particle range.
(Additional information on this is available upon request).
“SANITIZED AG does not use nanotechnology and currently does
not sell nanotechnology-based products,” says Burnette, who with
his extensive sales and marketing background has worked globally
with apparel companies and traditional textile manufacturers.
His responsibilities include marketing the Sanitized brand
and, in conjunction with Clariant N.A., helping customers in the
U.S. and Canada to find solutions to fit their needs from the
Sanitized® antimicrobial product line.
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