Against the backdrop of the current COVID-19 health crisis, it is worth taking a look at the properties of various antibacterial, antimicrobial and other treatments applied to coated textiles and fabrics. For years now, Cotting has chosen the right treatments for its fabrics in order to help you protect the health of users via the coated fabric coverings you use for your seats.
Antimicrobial technology is effective against a wide range of germs, including bacteria, mould and fungi, and can even reduce the presence of coronaviruses. In this respect it differs from antibacterial treatments, which are effective against bacteria only.
Antimicrobial substances offer a broader range of protection for products. Their performance makes them perfect for use in environments where hygiene is essential, such as hospitals, retirement homes and any healthcare facilities.
Cotting has chosen to use Sanitized molecules in its coated fabrics to prevent the growth of bacteria, fungi and coronaviruses, and to give its fabrics antifungal and antimicrobial properties. The use of these biocides has been governed by Directive 98/8/EC (Regulation 528/2012) since 1 September 2013. In accordance with the law, labels are affixed to all the items in our range that contain biocides.