Frequently asked questions
Bacoban has unique properties that achieve efficient advanced long-term biocidal infection control, closing the “hygiene gap” of traditional disinfectant and antibacterial products.
How does Bacoban work?
Bacoban uses a micro layer to provide an antimicrobial biocide which with just one application kills pathogens, viruses and bacteria and fungi for up to 10 days.
Do I need to use boiling water?
No, it mixes with warm or cold water – never boiling water.
Is this more expensive than traditional disinfectant?
No, it is not more expensive. However, it provides better value and protection. Bacoban is about prevention, not cure. It saves money by preventing cross infection and further infection which could free up staff time and reduces sick leave.
Among the many viruses it kills are salmonella, E-coli, influenza viruses including H5N1, hepatitis B and C, MRSA, C-Diff and Norovirus. It also kills fungal Cryptococcus, recently cited as a major issue in the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow.
Is it dangerous to staff using the product?
No, Bacoban is skin friendly. View our skin test safety certificate here.
How can it protect against all these viruses and bacteria?
Bacoban uses a micro layer to provide an antimicrobial biocide which with just one application kills pathogens, viruses, bacteria and fungi for up to 10 days.
For a comprehensive list of virus efficacy – click here
Does Bacoban kill The Coronaviruses?
Yes, Bacoban is clinically proven to kill more than 100 viruses, including the Coronavirus, MRSA, C-Diff, as well as many others.
How is it different from normal disinfectant?
Unlike other disinfectants, Bacoban provides a long term disinfection. Normal disinfectant which have biocidal action lasting under 1 hour. Unless this disinfectant is applied every hour, bacteria re-establishes. It is clinically proven to protect against 225 known viruses, bacteria and fungi.
What is the hygiene gap?
Normal disinfectant has a biocidal action lasting under 1 hour. Unless this disinfectant is applied every hour, bacteria re-establishes. Therefore, the time between disinfections over 1 hour apart is “the hygiene gap”.
What is the best way to apply Bacoban?
It can be applied in a variety of different ways – with equally effective results:
- Spray and cloth – for surfaces such as bedside cabinets and kitchen tables
- Spray gun and spray with mop – for floors, theatres, toilets, air conditioning units and false ceilings
- Added to wash cycle – provides protection for bed linen, clothes and other materials
Cleaning equipment that use Bacoban also remain infection and odour free.
What are the drawbacks?
Bacoban has no negative impact on either the environment or people.
Where is Bacoban sold?
Bacoban is sold throughout Europe, India, Russia, the Middle East and Canada by German company Ropimex.
Can it be used on hospital machines?
It is safe to use on all types of machinery with a damp cloth or a wipe.
Can I use it in operating theatres?
Yes, it can. It can be used to clean down equipment with a cloth or wipe, or if all electrical equipment is removed, you can use it to disinfect the whole room.
Can I use it on skin?
Bacoban is a surface disinfectant but accidental exposure to the skin should not cause problems for the great majority of users – view certificate or click here to see all certificates
Is it dangerous on skin?
No, it is skin friendly – view certificate or click here to see all certificates
Bacoban products should be used in accordance with manufacturers instructions.
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