LONDON - The 2008 Frost & Sullivan European Anti-Microbial Nanocoatings Excellence in Research Award is being presented to Germany-based Bioni CS GmbH and the Fraunhofer Institute for Chemical Technology for their joint effort in developing an environmentally friendly, VOC-free coating system based on nanotechnology – Bioni Hygienic®.
“This antimicrobial nanocoating not only permanently prevents the formation of mold and fungal growth on walls, but also reduces germs that are resistant to antibiotics in hospitals,” noted Frost & Sullivan Senior Research Analyst Archana Jayarajah. “This innovative nanocoating is set to have a profound impact on the medical sector.”
“This antimicrobial nanocoating not only permanently prevents the formation of mold and fungal growth on walls, but also reduces germs that are resistant to antibiotics in hospitals,” noted Frost & Sullivan Senior Research Analyst Archana Jayarajah. “This innovative nanocoating is set to have a profound impact on the medical sector.”
In comparison to conventional coatings that employ volatile biocides, the anti-microbiological efficacy of the Bioni Hygenic coating is permanent, since the nano formula on which it is based consists of chemically stable constituents.
