Using the natural ability of certain types of metals to be antimicrobial, Steriplate® is a super alloy that has the additional benefits of high corrosion resistance, wear resistance and hydrophobicity, providing another level of performance in a variety of devices and applications that have traditionally been susceptible to microbial contamination. Steriplate® has been proven to continuously reduce bacterial contamination or inhibit bacterial contamination, ultimately achieving a 99.9% reduction in less than 2 hours with both gram positive and gram negative bacteria. More importantly, because Steriplate® is a metal finish, it provides continuous and ongoing antimicrobial effect as compared to other technologies that are drug eluting and wear off after time or in certain environments.

Steriplate® has properties that provide superior metallurgical performance, while still being biocompatible. By also providing a super hydrophobic surface, it enhances the ability to inhibit microbial colonization of surfaces inside and outside the body. Additionally, since Steriplate® is an electrically conductive alloy, studies have shown significantly enhanced antimicrobial effect with micro-current stimulation.

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