DDC
Enhancing Hygiene with Biomaster Antimicrobial Product Protection at DDC
Overview
DDC, a leader in infection-control equipment for the healthcare sector, has been at the forefront of innovation since 1991. The company provides hospitals and care homes with comprehensive sluice and dirty utility room solutions to protect patients and clinicians from infection. DDC’s product line includes medical pulp macerators, bedpan washer disinfectors, stainless steel furniture, and consumable products. DDC has invested in antimicrobial technology, integrating Biomaster antimicrobial product protection into key products.
Challenge
Healthcare facilities face a constant threat of bacterial contamination, making reliable infection prevention equipment essential. DDC’s mission is to deliver cutting-edge solutions that not only meet but exceed the infection control needs of healthcare providers. As DDC sought to upgrade its product line, enhancing antimicrobial product protection became a priority. The goal was to increase the effectiveness in high-touch areas of their medical pulp macerators and bedpan washer disinfectors, while ensuring the solution remained durable.
Solution
To achieve this, DDC turned to Biomaster, a globally recognised antimicrobial additive based on silver-ion technology. Biomaster antimicrobial product protection is integrated directly into the plastics of DDC products at the point of manufacture, providing long-lasting product protection at a cellular level. Silver-ion technology inhibits microbial growth and is inorganic and non-leaching, remaining an integral part of the product.
Recent upgrades to DDC bedpan washer disinfectors - the Panamatic Midi, Maxi, Optima 2, and Optima 3 models—have expanded the reach of Biomaster’s antimicrobial protection:
- New Midi: The protected touch area has increased by 2.5 times, extending Biomaster protection to both the lid and front panel.
- New Maxi: Now protected on the front panel and decals.
- New Optima 2: The protected area is now 2.5 times larger, covering both the front panel and lid.
- New Optima 3: Equipped with antimicrobial protection on the front panel and decals.
Results
With the addition of Biomaster antimicrobial technology, DDC products offer a robust line of product protection against microbes. The silver ions in Biomaster actively disrupt bacterial DNA, preventing cell growth and replication. This antimicrobial protection remains embedded within each component, providing continuous, reliable efficacy over the product’s lifetime without the high toxicity associated with other metals.
The latest upgrades have allowed DDC to strengthen the hygiene factor of their products in healthcare settings worldwide. Zoe Allen, DDC Marketing and HR Director says, “We’ve been building the tried and trusted Biomaster antimicrobial product protection into our sluice room equipment for many years. Our latest series of upgrades has given us the opportunity to increase this powerful protection—benefiting hospitals and care homes all over the world.”
Conclusion
By incorporating Biomaster antimicrobial technology, DDC continues to set new standards in hygiene for healthcare environments. The partnership with Addmaster ensures that DDC products are equipped with proven, long-lasting antimicrobial protection that healthcare providers can trust.
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