Reducing Microbial Contamination in Hospital Blankets

The medical industry is challenged by the presence of microorganisms and the negative effects they cause. Deterioration, defacement and odors are all dramatic effects which occur from the microbial contamination of surfaces as varied as carpeting and medical non-woven fabrics. These surfaces can also act as a microbial "harbor", as most offer ideal environments for the proliferation of microorganisms that are harmful to buildings, textiles and humans. The ability to make surfaces resistant to microbial contamination has advantages in many applications and market segments. This is especially true in medical markets where many products have contributed a degree of aseptic sophistication beyond that required of consumer products.