ABACO - a PVD antibacterial & virucide coating
Innovations
Information
ABACO® fittings not only have an antibacterial and antimicrobial effect and begin to kill bacteria after only 5 minutes, but also have a bacteriostatic function, because already after the first contact with ABACO® bacteria are completely contained in their spread. From the 45th minute after contact the bacteria are killed and already after 2 hours ABACO® fittings promise 99.99% antiviral effectiveness against coronaviruses.
ABACO® is a PVD surface which, in combination with silver ions, achieves excellent antimicrobial and antiviral efficacy. The PVD surface provides excellent resistance and durability by preventing the antimicrobial layer from scratching off as with a conventional coating. Furthermore, it ensures that ordinary daily use does not limit the effectiveness of ABACO®, but even intensifies it.
Südmetall guarantees the antibacterial and antiviral properties of the surface for a period of 20 years.
In addition to its remarkable technical properties, ABACO® is also a true design wonder. Numerous models from the Südmetall range are available in ABACO® design and are available in stainless steel, chrome and gold finishes. Fittings for outdoor use can also be selected in ABACO® surface without hesitation - the antimicrobial effectiveness remains unrestricted indoors as well as outdoors.
ABACO® has been scientifically validated in accordance with JIS Z 2801:2010/A1 : 2012 - which is the highest standard - and ISO 22196 : 2007 (E). In accordance with DM and 3/21/1973, no precautions are required for the daily use of ABACO® products. The surface is completely safe for contact with harmless.
Product category
Building systems
Launch date
03/01/2021
Main material used
Other
