Copper against viruses - Shieldex® copper tape

Shieldex® metallized textiles - copper effective against the SARS-CoV-2 virus
9 April, 2020 By
Copper against viruses - Shieldex® copper tape
CMC Klebetechnik GmbH

Shieldex® copper tape - protection for door handles and grip surfaces against viruses - antiviral, antibacterial

 english: Shieldex® Antiviral Copper-Tape

Due to the current situation, we are all required to comply with stricter hygiene measures and to reconsider everyday actions such as operating a door handle, a window handle or pushing a shopping cart. 

Wearing gloves only helps to a limited extent in these cases, as the following also applies here: if you touch a surface with viruses on it and then touch your face, these viruses can be transmitted.

In a American study*various surfaces were tested for the half-life of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Among other things, it was found that the virus can survive for several days on surfaces such as stainless steel or plastic.

In contrast, the number of pathogens on copper decreases exponentially and acutely.

International studies have repeatedly shown that copper has antiviral, antibacterial and fungicidal properties, as it shortens the half-life of viruses, bacteria and fungi.*

A study carried out on behalf of the US government has shown that the SARS-CoV-2 virus is also inactivated by copper within a very short time.* 

CMC Klebetechnik supports Statex in the production of the newly developed product Shieldex® copper tape , which is highly effective and able to render bacteria, viruses and fungi harmless in a very short time.

These copper tapes fit all standardized doors and help to protect the health of employees, customers and families.

Inactivates 99.98% of corona viruses after a few minutes.

Effectiveness confirmed in 3 independent laboratory tests!*

Reduce the risk of virus transmission thanks to the antiviral properties of Shieldex® copper tape.

The latest laboratory results also independently confirm the effectiveness of the Shieldex® copper tape. The Eurovir® hygiene laboratory was able to prove that TGEV coronaviruses on the tape are 99.98% inactivated after just 60 minutes. In addition, a further virus test was carried out in the Eurovir laboratory for bovine coronaviruses. This test showed that no residual virus was detectable after the shortest possible test period of 7 minutes (corresponds to a virus inactivation rate of more than 99.99%). The bovine coronavirus is a beta-coronavirus, which also includes SARS-CoV-1 and SARS-CoV-2. The renowned Hohenstein Institute also confirms the significant virucidal and strong antibacterial effectiveness of our Shieldex® copper tape.*

With this product, we want to support the hygiene measures of companies and public institutions, while at the same time increasing the safety of your employees, customers and even your own family.

Copper has been used for countless years in a wide variety of products due to its antibacterial, antiviral and fungicidal properties. We also encounter this precious metal every day in the form of coins or water pipes! The virucidal effect of copper has been proven in countless studies worldwide, so this can of course also be helpful for the current situation.

Compared to solid copper, our three-dimensionally copper-plated textile has a 7-fold higher ion release. This enables a detectable inactivation of 99.98% of corona viruses after just a few minutes.

Shieldex® Kupfer-Tape - Schutz für Türgriffe und Griffflächen vor Viren - antiviral, antibakteriell

Your contact person

Patrick Süß

If you have any questions, please contact:

Patrick Süß

Phone: +49 6233 872 359

E-Mail: suess (at) cmc.de

Technical information:

  • Available in standard dimensions: 8x10 cm as well as individually cut to size

  • Copper-plated polyamide fleece

  • Adhesive: acrylate, adhesive resistance: -40 °C to +120 °C

  • 7 times higher ion release compared to metallic copper

 
 

Shieldex Kupfer Tape

Application and safety instructions

 

Application

The tape can be used on all smooth and metallic surfaces, but is not recommended for use on textiles as the adhesive does not adhere there.

  1. Cleaning
    Clean the door handle so that it is dry and free of oil, grease, dust and dirt.

  2. Fitting
    Place the long side of the tape on the handle and wrap it around so that the tape completely covers the handle. If the tape overlaps by more than 1 cm, mark the excess material and cut the tape to size.

  3. Sticking on
    Remove the backing material and apply the tape so that the beginning and end of the tape meet on the underside of the handle. Smooth the tape from the center outwards.

Safety instructions:

The blank is intended exclusively for attachment to door handles. Our polyamide and polyester textiles are galvanized with pure copper. Various international studies have shown a significant reduction in the survival time of viruses, bacteria and fungi on copper surfaces. However, as our copper tape releases 7 times more copper ions than solid copper, permanent contact with the skin is not recommended. This product serves as a supplementary measure and does not replace hygiene measures such as regular, thorough hand washing or hand disinfection.

  • Caution! Product is flammable, keep away from fire

  • Caution! Keep away from power sources - product is conductive

  • Caution! Contains small parts that can be swallowed, choking hazard! Keep out of reach of children

  • Caution! Avoid eye contact

  • Caution! Do not swallow, do not put in mouth

  • Caution! Copper can trigger allergic reactions

  • Color change is normal (oxidation)

Shieldex Kupfer Tape Schutz für Türgriffe

Shieldex Kupfer Tape Schutz für Türgriffe
Images: © Statex Produktions- und Vertriebs GmbH

Care instructions

Remove superficial dirt from the copper tape regularly with a soft brush. In the case of very heavy soiling that can no longer be removed, we recommend replacing it with a replacement tape to restore optimum effectiveness. The oxidation of copper is a natural process.