Liquid Plastics Product Systems Guide

Surface coatings for hygiene control - systems offering proven long term protection against the growth of mould, bacteria and other harmful micro-organisms. Complying with all relevant international legislation, LPL hygiene systems are water based, non-leaching and suitable for uses wherever stringent hygiene controls must be observed.

STERIDEX

Steridex is a tough, highly durable, matt finish, plastics based decorative coating which protects against the growth of micro-organisms such as mould, fungi, yeasts and bacteria on its surface. Its anti-microbial system does not leach out, unlike those of traditional fungicidal paints, and it therefore remains safe and active throughout the life of the product. Steridex is highly elastomeric - expanding and contracting with thermal movements of the substrate - and has a vapour permeable structure which allows damp substrates to dry out without causing blistering or loss of adhesion. Backed by an international track record of well over 25 years, Steridex is ideal for use on ceilings and both internal and external walls, and may be reinforced with Reemat glass fibre matting for additional strength and durability. It produces a high build, hard wearing membrane that will tolerate harsh cleaning agents and other chemicals, and allows building owners to comply with even the most stringent hygiene related legislation. Steridex has been acknowledged or approved by a wide range of national authorities including such organisations as the British Ministry of Agriculture, Farming and Food (MAFF), the Institut d'Analyses et d'Essais du Centre-Ouest in France and the United States Department of Agriculture.

STERISHEEN ULTRA

Sterisheen Ultra is a tough, mid-sheen surface coating which, like other LPL hygiene control coatings, contains a non-leaching anti-microbial system. It cures without any strong odour to form an attractive, low-glare finish which is easy to clean and resistant to attack by abrasives and other cleaning agents. It will tolerate thermal movement without cracking, splitting or flaking and, due to its inherent vapour permeability, allows substrate moisture to escape without causing blisters beneath the cured film. Sterisheen Ultra is suitable for use over internal walls and ceilings - sometimes without the need for primers - and may be used in areas where it is important to maintain positive pressure. It is colour stable, resists UV induced embrittlement and dries so rapidly that two coats can often be applied on the same working day.

STERISEPT

Sterisept is a single pack, gloss finish, waterborne polyurethane based coating which is designed to enable premises to be occupied as soon as possible after application. It develops its strength and other key physical properties extremely quickly and cures without the release of harmful solvents or heavy odour - ensuring that working routines suffer minimal disruption. It is generally self-priming and its fast curing properties allow two coats to be applied on the same day. Like other LPL hygiene control coating systems, Sterisept incorporates an effective, non-toxic anti-microbial system which protects against the growth of micro-organisms. It achieves a dense finish which is tough, flexible and highly tolerant of abrasives and other harsh cleaning agents: it is therefore ideal for use wherever hygiene is a priority but where production or services must continue whilst the application is undertaken.

BIOCLEANSE

Biocleanse is a multi-functional cleaning and disinfecting agent which may be used in concentrate form or diluted as required. Applied by mop, cloth or scrubbing brush, it is ideal for infection control, as independent tests have proven that it is effective against many species of bacteria and viruses.

REEMAT DECCO

Reemat Decco is a woven glass textile mat which can be used in conjunction with the various LPL hygiene control coatings to provide enhanced aesthetics without compromising the coatings' long-lasting protection against the growth of micro-organisms. As the mat is embedded and totally encapsulated into the coating systems, a completely seamless finish is obtained, ensuring that the finished surface is both easy to clean and compliant with all international hygiene legislation. Reemat Decco offers excellent impact and abrasion resistance and is available in a wide range of distinctive patterns.