Reducing Biological load in Indoor Environment is the first step towards a Healthy Environment

Microorganisms are part of our everyday lives. Many of the organisms are helpful and a natural part of our environment. Others can and do cause health problems ranging from simple discomfort to physical irritation, allergic sensitization and disease. Microbial body parts, reproductive parts (spores) and metabolic products (gasses and chemicals) all play a role in human well being, comfort, health and productivity. Some chemicals produced by fungi (known as mycotoxins) are extremely dangerous. All mycotoxins are known to be immunosuppressants with chronic exposure, and some are potent carcinogens.

Molds – A PRIMER

Molds produce microscopic spores, reproductive bodies similar to seeds that are very light and travel through the air. With the right conditions, these spores reproduce quickly (often within 24—48 hours) to create more colonies of mold.

Mycotoxins Many molds are capable of producing compounds which are toxic to humans. More than 200 mycotoxins have been identified from common mold. One of these, Aflatoxin B1 is one of the most potent carcinogens known. It has been positively linked to liver cancer and is a suspected cause of lung cancer. (Source: US-CDC).

Mold can grow on almost any surface and only requires dampness and a source of food to thrive. The nutrients required to sustain mold are plentiful and include dust, paper, ceiling tiles, cardboard, and wood.

                         

It is impractical to completely eliminate all mold spores from our environment. Efforts on concentrating on eliminating their food sources and inhibiting a spores’ ability to reproduce.

Remember the first and best defense is a good offense.

How Does ÆGIS Antimicrobial Shield Works?

ÆGIS Antimicrobial is a long lasting antimicrobial polymer that penetrates and bonds to the microscopic pores of any hard or soft surface and form an optically clear, protective shield.

How will ÆGIS benefit me?

• Inhibits microorganism growth (Works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days)
• Helps reduce the risk of surface cross contamination
• Effective defense against existing biological and odor causing microbes
• Prevents growth of infectious micro organisms
• Reduces allergy producing molds and bacteria, spore production, and metabolic toxins.
• Treated surface remain antimicrobial even with repeated cleaning
• Creates a Hygienic and healthier environment by reducing microorganisms, which may contribute to the spread of disease and infection.

A healthy indoor environment is one in which the surroundings contribute to productivity, comfort and a sense of health and well being.

AEGIS Microbe Shield is EPA (US. Environmental Protection Agency), FDA, FIFRA and EU Registered. 

Environmentally Safe

The ÆGIS Microbe Shield Technology is safe for the user and the environment. It contains no arsenic, heavy metals, or polychlorinated phenols. It does not leach into the environment, migrate to a user’s hands or wear off even with repeated cleaning.

          

“Helping to provide a healthier today and a safer tomorrow”

A workplace must reduce exposure to occupants against pathogenic and allergenic organisms. AEGIS Microbe shield has been shown to be very effective not only in stopping the spread of such organisms and their allergens, but also in inhibiting new growth. The risk associated with microbes in the premises can be greatly reduced by the modification of interior surfaces with ÆGIS Microbe Shield treatment.