About Shield™

Shield™ is an anti-microbial, decorative curtain fabric that eliminates the most common bacteria classed as the worst sources of hospital-acquired infections, including MRSA, E. coli and C. diff

Features of Shield™

Destroys bacteria on contact.
Preventing cross infection.
Air filtration – acts as a filter as air circulates around the patient.
Repels stains and reduces washing and maintenance costs.
Inherently flame retardant to BS 5867 Part 2, Type B. Passes USA standard NFPA701 and meets the requirements of HTM87.
Anti fungal properties to control the problems of bacteria, fungi, mould, mildew and algae.
Keeps fabrics looking fresh, clean and bright.

Technically endorsed by laboratory certification

Image of 3 nurses stood holding Panaz Healthcare Fabric at a NHS Hospital

technical summary

The term anti-microbial refers to a broad range of technologies that can provide varying degrees of protection for textile products against micro-organisms. These are prominent features of the Shield™ range to control bacteria, fungi, mould, mildew and algae and the problems of deterioration, staining, odours, and health concerns that they cause.

The benefits of anti-microbial protection:

Prevents cross infection.
Provides a safe sterile environment.
Prevents deterioration and discolouration caused by bacteria, fungi, algae and yeasts.
Retains the freshness of an article by inhibiting or resisting the growth of odour causing bacteria and fungi.
Prolongs the life of an article by inhibiting the growth of micro-organisms.
Provides hygienic freshness.
Provides a treatment that is not destroyed by repeated thermal washing.
(N.H.S. requirements as per HTM87: 50 washes at 75 ˚C / 160˚F)

design summary

Shield™ anti-microbial fabric is available in all printed designs from the Panaz Portfolio, ranging from classic florals to relaxed geometrics and bright bold contemporary abstracts. Panaz also offer a "custom" design service for larger projects.

Image of nurse Carolyn Brooke the Senior Clinical Leader at Royal Bournemouth General Hospital.

"Looks smart and clean, easy to maintain and will reduce infection contamination within the clinical field”
Carolyn Brooke, Senior Clinical Leader, Royal Bournemouth General Hospital.

air filtration

Shield™, in conjunction with the Aegis Anti Microbial technology not only destroys bacteria on contact but also acts as a filter as air circulates around the patient.

Shield™ Diagram 1: Shows how the fabric carries a positive charge and how cell membranes are negatively charged.

Shield™ Diagram 2: Demonstrates bacterial cells coming into contact with a treated surface. The bacterial cell is completely destroyed.

Shield™ Diagram 3: Figure shows that the negatively charged cells do not diminish and exist for the lifespan of the product.

Aegis Microbe Shield™ Technology carries positive charged molecules, cell membranes are negatively charged. This causes the micro-organisms to be attracted to the treated surface.

When the bacterial cell comes into contact with the treated surface, the Aegis Microbe Shield™ destroys the cell completely.

Rather than diminish, the Aegis Microbe Shield™ remains intact in order to continue protecting throughout the lifespan of the product.

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About Shield™

technical summary

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air filtration

Innovation in Contract Fabrics

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