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News - 10th Feb 2007

Anti-Bacterial Fabrics

Top: Untreated fabric showing microbial growth. Bottom: Agua fabric, treated with Aegis, clear of microbial growth. Anti-bacterial: Will not support microbial growth, including MRSA, E.Coli, Penicillium and Salmonella (Anti-microbial).

Traditionally, bacteria and germs have been associated with the Healthcare sector. However, with the increasing incidence of infections on Cruise Liners more and more people are realising that these microbes are not restricted to Hospitals, Nursing Homes and other Healthcare establishments. In fact, they are prevalent in hotels, spas, restaurants, cruise ships and other hospitality areas.

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