The spread of germs through contact with common surfaces has long been a problem, but in few environments is an anti-bacterial approach more crucial than in hospitals, which is precisely why a U.K.-based company has gone ahead and created a line of anti-bacterial door pads.
Dubbed Surfaceskins, these door pads are designed to be fitted above the aluminum pads that adorn many hospital doors. When the pad is pushed, alcohol gel is pushed out of a container and disinfects the surface of the pad in a matter of seconds, so that it is free of bacteria before the next user pushes it.
Considering that these door pads have been shown to decrease bacterial presence by as much as 90 per cent, it's clear that they could make for a more efficient and effective alternative to the hand-sanitizer dispensers that are ubiquitous in so many hospitals.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Anti-bacterial Surfaces
- There is an opportunity to explore new anti-bacterial surface solutions for hospitals as a preventative measure against the spread of germs.
- Self-disinfecting Products
- There is potential to develop more products that can self-disinfect, such as door handles, to reduce the spread of illnesses and diseases.
- Innovative Sanitation Solutions
- There is an opportunity to develop a range of innovative sanitation solutions that make hygiene more accessible and convenient in hospitals and other public spaces.
Where This Applies
- Healthcare
- Hospitals can benefit from more anti-bacterial solutions and innovative sanitation products, improving hygiene standards and reducing the spread of illness and disease.
- Consumer Goods
- The development of self-disinfecting products for the home, such as door handles, can help prevent the spread of illness and disease and improve hygiene standards.
- Facility Management
- Companies that specialize in facility management can explore innovative sanitation solutions for public spaces, such as self-disinfecting door handles, reducing the spread of germs and improving hygiene standards.
