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Shieldex®
Copper-Tape

Copper-coated polyamide fleece
antiviral and antibacterial

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Characteristics

International studies have repeatedly proven that copper has antiviral, antibacterial and fungicidal properties, which significantly shorten the survival time of viruses, bacteria and fungi.1 A study commissioned by the US authorities recently showed that copper also inactivates the SARS-CoV-2 virus in a very short time.2 Due to its positive properties, some hospitals, for example, also use door handles made of solid copper.3 An independent laboratory test has shown that our Shieldex copper tape, due to our unique metallization process, leads to an average 7 times higher release of copper ions compared to solid copper.44

antiviral

antibacterial

7 times higher Ion-release than solid copper

labratory tested

Application

The tape can be used on all smooth and metallic surfaces. The application on other textiles is not recommended.

  1. When applying the tape, make sure that the surface is dry and free of oil, grease, dust and dirt.
  2. Carefully peel off the backing paper by pulling it flat back on itself.
  3. Position the wider side of the tape (10cm/ 3,9 inches) in the middle of the handle so that the widest possible coverage of the application surface is achieved. Press the tape firmly to the handle and guide it evenly around so the start and edges overlap slightly on the backside. When applying the tape, make sure that neither folds nor air pockets are formed under the adhesive. Then smooth the textile with your fingers from the centre outwards.
  4. Firm attachment to the substrate is essential for the adhesive’s adhesion.

Door handles and window handles

Push Handles

Technical
Information

Size of blanks:
8 cm x 10 cm x 0,55 mm
Surface material:
Copper-plated polyamide fleece
Adhesive material:
Acrylic
(adhesive resistance –40 °C to +120 °C)
Storage:
Cool and dry,
at 15–25 °C bis 65%
relative air humidity

Care instructions

Regularly remove superficial dirt from the copper tape with a soft brush. In case of very heavy soiling that cannot be removed, we recommend to replace the Copper-Tape with a spare to restore optimum effectiveness. The oxidation of copper is a natural process .

Safety Instructions

Our polyamide and polyester textiles are metallized with pure copper. Various international studies have shown a significant reduction in the survival time of viruses, bacteria and fungi on copper surfaces. Since our Copper-Tape has a significantly increased copper ion release compared to solid copper, however, 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.

  1. Caution! Keep away from power sources – Product is electrically conductive .

  2. Caution! Contains small parts that can be swallowed, danger of suffocation! Keep out of reach of children

  3. Avoid eye contact

  4. Do not swallow, do not put in mouth

  5. Copper can cause allergic reactions

  6. Color change is normal (oxidation)

  7. Caution! Product is flammable, keep away from fire

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General product questions

Do you want to make a quick profit from necessity?

Absolutely no. Statex is a down-to-earth, family-owned company that has over 20 years of expertise in the production of antiviral, antibacterial and fungicidal textiles. Our products are already been successfully used in medical applications such as plasters and wound dressings for the past 20 years. In this challenging situation for all of us, we see it as our duty to apply our know-how accordingly. For this reason, we have created a product that should help to contain the spread of viruses. But even beyond the ongoing epidemic, the product can help to reduce transmission of germs of all kinds in the general.

What is the Shieldex® copper tape?

Shieldex® Copper-Tape is a copper-plated polyamide fleece (refined with pure copper) with a self-adhesive foil on the back. It can be easily attached to door handles, window handles, shopping trolleys, elevator buttons, pin terminals or other potential germ sources. Various international studies have shown that copper’s antiviral, antibacterial and fungicidal properties can drastically reduce the half-life of viruses, bacteria and fungi.

At present, it is repeatedly discussed that a transmission of viruses and bacteria via door handles and other surfaces does not pose a risk of infection.

The currently widespread statement that corona viruses are not transmissible via surfaces is an individual statement by a German virologist. According to his results so far, he believes that “a door handle can only be infectious if someone has coughed into the hand and then reached for it.” If the results were assumed to be correct, infection would still be present via this not unusual case according to this statement.

US experts have other indications:

On the other hand, experts from the US health institute NIH and the CSC have concluded that the SARS-CoV-2 virus can survive for up to 3 days on plastics or stainless steel, 24 hours on paper and up to three hours in aerosols. For this reason, US dollar banknotes have already been withdrawn from circulation and quarantined. Coin money, on the other hand, does not, because it consists to a large extent (up to 91.67%) of copper and thus disinfects itself.

In addition, all published procedural instructions to contain the pandemic, such as sneezing and coughing exclusively in the crook of your arm or washing your hands regularly, as well as the advice not to touch your face, would be obsolete if contact infection can be ruled out.

We continue to rely on the knowledge and recommendations for action published by the Robert Koch Institute. The RKI writes the following in this respect:”. In coronaviruses, which can cause respiratory diseases, transmission occurs primarily via secretions of the respiratory tract. If these infectious secretions reach the hands, which then touch the face, for example, it is possible that transmission will also occur in this way. Good hand hygiene is therefore an important part of prevention. In general, the transfer possibilities via surfaces depend on many different factors.

Basically and independently of the current and acute situation, door handles, window handles and other surfaces always pose a risk of infection. Unfortunately, lack of hand hygiene or sneezing or coughing in the hands is still not uncommon and thus the danger of spreading pathogens on surfaces is omnipresent.

What should be considered when using Shieldex® copper tape?

  • The product serves the purpose of greatly reducing the survival time of bacteria and viruses on surfaces – The product should be seen as a supplementary measure and does not replace thorough hand hygiene.
  • The product should be kept away from power sources, as copper is highly conductive.
  • Always keep the product away from children.
  • Avoid eye and mouth contact with the product.
  • Copper can cause allergic reactions.
  • Over time, the colour of the copper tape can change through oxidation, which is a natural process.

How do I attach the Shieldex® copper tape?

  1. When applying the adhesive, make sure that the substrate is dry, free of oil, grease, dust and dirt.
  2. Remove the backing material.
  3. Position the wider side of the tape (10cm) centrally on the latch so that the widest possible coverage of the application surface is achieved. Press the tape firmly and guide it evenly around the handle so that the start and end edges overlap slightly on the underside. Then smooth the textile with your fingers from the centre outwards. When sticking the tape, make sure that neither folds nor air pockets are formed under the adhesive. Then smooth the textile with your fingers from the centre outwards. When sticking the tape, make sure that neither folds nor air pockets are formed under the adhesive. When sticking the tape, make sure that neither folds nor air pockets are formed under the adhesive.
  4. Firm attachment to the substrate is essential for the adhesive’s adhesion.

Can I attach the Shieldex® copper tape to a location other than a door handle?

Basically the copper tape can be applied and used on all smooth surfaces. If your application areas have different dimensions, you can also cut the copper tape to the desired dimensions with household scissors.

Is the Shieldex® copper tape also available in different sizes?

The standardised size for all round door handles is 10 x 8 cm. From an order quantity of 1,000 pieces, individual cutting in any shape and size is also possible. You can send us your individual requests by mail to service@kupfer-tape.de .

Is Shieldex® copper tape also available for round door knobs?

So far, there is no specially tailored product for round door knobs. If you simply cut the copper tape to the desired size, it can also be used flexibly for round door knobs.


Questions about the effectiveness of copper- tape

Can germs collect on the edges/border areas of Shieldex® copper tape?

No! Through the unique metallization process, each individual filament of the textile is metallized three-dimensionally, so that the positive properties of copper are also present on the edges and directly on the adhesive edge.

What certificates and test results prove the effectiveness of Shieldex® copper tape?

We have commissioned an independent study from the renowned Hohenstein Institute and successfully tested the antiviral and antibacterial effectiveness of our copper textiles. Our tested copper textile has been attested a significant antiviral activity compared to the test virus used (MS2 phage). In another, independent laboratory, we commissioned an ion release test in comparison with solid copper. It could be proven that our textile and its three-dimensionally copper-plated surface had a 7 times higher release of copper ions compared to full copper. The antiviral, antibacterial and fungicidal mechanism of action of copper is based on the release of copper ions. Irrespective of this, the antiviral, antibacterial and fungicidal properties of copper have already been described in countless scientific and publicly available test results. 1, 2, 3, 4 If you would like more information about the test results, please contact us at service@kupfer-tape.de

Do bacteria and viruses survive longer on plastic and stainless steel than on copper?

YES! Stainless steel and plastic are the most commonly used materials for door handles and window handles. According to an American study the survival time of the SARS-CoV-2 virus is 72 hours on plastic and 48 hours on stainless steel. During this time, the pathogens can be transferred from one hand to another.

On copper, however, no active and transmissible SARS-CoV-2 virus was detected after only 4 hours. The exponentially fast inactivation of the pathogens can be explained by the release of copper ions. As the materials used for Shieldex® copper tape have been shown to release copper ions 7 times more than full copper, it can be assumed that the effect is even faster and more significant. The positive properties of copper are also well known and also the reason why copper door blades are already omnipresent in hospitals, for example.

Does the Shieldex® copper tape work even if it is dirty?

Yes, slight soiling during the course of use is normal and does not affect the effectiveness.

When should Shieldex® copper tape be replaced?

The duration of use varies depending on the area of application and corresponding stress. If the Shieldex® copper-tape is heavily soiled or oxidised, replacement is recommended.

Can the Shieldex® copper tape be additionally disinfected?

YES! Commercially available surface disinfectants based on ethanol and 2-propanol are suitable for additional surface disinfection and do not damage the material.

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