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Coulisse introduces breakthrough antiviral

screen for window coverings

Screen kills coronavirus particles within a handful of seconds

s part of its commitment to coverings solutions keep contributing to antimicrobial and antiviral. The screen

comfortable and healthy indoor indoor health and safety. is designed with fast-acting and long-
Aspaces, worldwide supplier of lasting antiviral and antibacterial effects
window coverings Coulisse introduces Coronavirus inactivated within seconds to help contain the spread of Covid-19.
a screen with breakthrough antiviral Lingering remnants of contagious When aerosols come into contact with the
properties. The innovative screen, which virus particles present an obvious health antiviral screen, the virus will be unable
is particularly suitable for public facilities risk, especially in public spaces where to disperse. Screen fabrics have always
with strict hygiene requirements, is the people come and go. Research shows that been a preferred choice for public spaces,
first in the market with a fast-acting and viruses of the corona family can remain including hospitals, because of their
long-lasting antiviral and antibacterial on materials for days. One of the few functionality and durability. Especially
effect, designed to effectively help contain fortunate facts about corona is that the for these buildings, we have been seeing
the spread of corona-like viruses. virus can be destroyed with relative ease. increased demand for hygienic solutions.’
Antimicrobial textiles were already a Tests with the SARS-CoV-2 virus on the
valued part of the Coulisse collection. antiviral screen from Coulisse show that Maximum protection and peace of mind
They counter the proliferation of microbes 99 percent of the coronavirus particles are The new screen fabric, with a five
that can cause discomfort or disease. inactivated within 16 seconds. percent openness factor, is part of the
Faced with the perils of a new virus raging Eva Jongejan, Textile Engineer at Screen Essential 3000 series. Screen
around the world, Coulisse is undertaking Coulisse: ‘We are excited to introduce Essential is a PVC and polyester-
new efforts to ensure that its window the first screen in the market that is both based fabric with a 2x2 basket weave.
It is Oeko-Tex compliant and free of
VOCs, phthalates, formaldehyde and
heavy metals, making it safe for direct
skin contact. Provided with both anti-
microbial and antiviral properties, the
new screen offers maximum protection
against pathogens.
Much like the Coulisse window
covering screens with antimicrobial
properties, the new antiviral screen is
particularly suitable for public facilities
with strict hygiene requirements.
Naturally, it also provides peace of mind
in domestic settings and places where
children play. As part of the Screen
Essential 3000 series, it is available in a
width of 250 centimeters and comes in six
timeless colors ranging from white and
beige to grey and black hues. dw

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