Innovative antimicrobial textile treatment - Ultra-Fresh Silpure developed by Thomson Research Associates

16 May '05

3 min read

The result was a number of pharmaceutical products intended as dressings for wounds and intreatment of eye infections, many of which are still in use. However, the cost of silver and the technical challenges of reducing the metal to the ultra-fine particles necessary for optimum performance limited its applications.

Ultra-Fresh Silpure promises ease of application for cost-effective use and long-lasting protection for optimal performance. Plant trials have established that antimicrobial performance of Ultra-Fresh Silpure remains strong after 50 or more washes -- a powerful benefit for consumers of sports and leisure wear. In plant trials, using typical application processes on 100% polyester fabrics, bacterial survival was less than 0.1%, even after 50 washes.

"Previous cost barriers to the wider use of silver have been overcome," says Dr. Laval Yau, president of TRA. "Now, silver antimicrobials are no longer confined to niche markets. They can be used effectively and profitably through the broadest range of consumer products."

The Ultra-Fresh brand, introduced by Thomson Research Associates is now used by more than 200 companies in more than 30 countries. Seen on a wide range of products and in magazine, radio and television advertising, the brand and its logo promise the highest standards of antimicrobial protection in clothing, household textiles, and many other applications.

Ultra-Fresh and Silpure are trademarks of Thomson Res of Thomson Research Associates Inc.

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