Abstract:
A method for enhancing the metal ion release rate of a substrate having a coating of a metal thereon. The method includes the steps of forming the metalcoated substrate and then subjecting the metal-coated substrate to a step that removes portions of the metal coating to form at least one notch in the metal coating, thereby increasing the surface area of the metal coating. The increased surface area enhances the metal ion release rate of the substrate. The metal may be silver. A silver-coated substrate may be used in the formation of medical products having increased antimicrobial and/or anti-fungal characteristics.
Abstract:
An extruded component formed from an extruded material having antimicrobial components is disclosed. The extruded material may be formed from polymers and formed into a generally elongated shape. The antibacterial components may be included within at least a portion of the material forming the extruded component. The extruded component may be a filament and may include silver glass particles. In some embodiments, the extruded component may be a single component system, a bi- component system, or a tri-component system.
Abstract:
A compression stretch bandage formed from at least one layer of a stretchable, textile material forming a body of the bandage, a base material attached to the stretchable, textile material on a first side, and a silver material attached to the base material for reducing risk of infection. The bandage may be a flexible, stretchable, hydrophilic bandage that reduce the risk of infection at a wound by providing a moist environment that will aid in optimum release of silver ions into the wound.
Abstract:
A method of producing metal-containing particles. The metal-containing particles are micro-sized and/or nano-sized particles. The particles may have anti-microbial properties depending on the metal used. For embodiments wherein silver is used, the particles may also provide anti-fungal properties, anti-static properties, electromagnetic interference shielding, and/or conductive properties. The particles may range in size from about 0.01 to about 300 µm.
Abstract:
A method of producing a metallized polymeric foam that produces an antimicrobial material using an advanced method of metallizing polymeric foam with a metal, such as silver. The foam material may be polyurethane, polyester, polyether, or a combination thereof. The method provides a 3-dimensional surface coating of the metal. The metallized substrate is durable and highly adherent. Such metallized foam is a highly effective filter and/or an anti-microbial product. The mechanism of filtration is mainly due to Vander Der Wal attraction. The anti-microbial activity may be due, in part, to the release of select metal ions as a response to stimuli.
Abstract translation:一种生产金属化聚合物泡沫的方法,其使用金属化聚合物泡沫与金属(例如银)的先进方法产生抗微生物材料。 泡沫材料可以是聚氨酯,聚酯,聚醚或其组合。 该方法提供金属的三维表面涂层。 金属化基板是耐用且高粘附性的。 这种金属化泡沫是高效过滤器和/或抗菌产品。 过滤机制主要是由于Vander Der Wal吸引力。 抗微生物活性可能部分是由于作为对刺激的反应释放选择的金属离子。
Abstract:
An antibacterial bandage formed from at least one foam with at least one antimicrobial agent and at least one hemostatic agent is disclosed. The at least one antimicrobial agent and the at least one hemostatic agent may be mixed with materials forming the foam during manufacture of the at least one foam.
Abstract:
A flexible intermediate bulk container having the ability to discharge hazardous charges without combustion, thereby enabling the container to contain incendiary materials without risk of combustion. The flexible intermediate bulk containers may permit safe handling of materials whether or not the materials are grounded. Unlike many prior art systems, the flexible intermediate bulk container need not include an antistatic coating to function, thereby resulting in cost savings. The electrostatic yarn of the present invention may be incorporated into any bag or container system without any modifications in the process. The electrostatic yam may also be used in either flat or circular weave. The electrostatic yam may also be included in fabrics other than containers or bags.
Abstract:
A flexible electrical circuit formed from a flexible fabric of a nonconductive material that forms a sheet and one or more conductive circuits attached to the fabric and formed at least partially from silver. The conductive circuits may be formed from at least one conductive fiber formed from a core coated with a coating at least partially formed from silver, wherein the core is formed at least partially from nylon. In at least one embodiment, the outer coating may have a silver content of more than 95 percent. The fiber may be patterned stitched, plied multiple times, or attached in other manners to change the resistance. In another embodiment, the conductive circuits may be formed from an etched silver layer attached to the flexible fabric. The conductive circuits may be used in many applications, such as, but not limited to forming heaters, sensors, antennas, stretchable fabrics, and in other applications.
Abstract:
A method for enhancing the metal ion release rate of a substrate having a coating of a metal thereon. The method includes the steps of forming the metalcoated substrate and then subjecting the metal-coated substrate to a step that removes portions of the metal coating to form at least one notch in the metal coating, thereby increasing the surface area of the metal coating. The increased surface area enhances the metal ion release rate of the substrate. The metal may be silver. A silver-coated substrate may be used in the formation of medical products having increased antimicrobial and/or anti-fungal characteristics.
Abstract:
A flexible intermediate bulk container having the ability to discharge hazardous charges without combustion, thereby enabling the container to contain incendiary materials without risk of combustion. The flexible intermediate bulk containers may permit safe handling of materials whether or not the materials are grounded. Unlike many prior art systems, the flexible intermediate bulk container need not include an antistatic coating to function, thereby resulting in cost savings. The electrostatic yarn of the present invention may be incorporated into any bag or container system without any modifications in the process. The electrostatic yam may also be used in either flat or circular weave. The electrostatic yam may also be included in fabrics other than containers or bags.