Imagine you’re in a hospital and everywhere you turn, people are touching surfaces- door handles, bed rails, chairs. These are high-traffic areas, and though invisible to the eye, they can harbour harmful bacteria and viruses. For hospitals, reducing the spread of these germs is a constant battle. One simple yet highly effective solution? Anti-microbial door handles. These specially treated handles don’t just sit there, they work around the clock to kill harmful microbes and keep people safe.

The Challenge of Infection Control in Hospitals

Hospitals are meant to heal, but unfortunately, they can also be breeding grounds for infections. Every year, thousands of patients acquire infections during their stay, often from surfaces they come into contact with- door handles being one of the worst offenders. While hospitals take great care with cleaning routines and hand hygiene, surfaces like door handles are constantly being touched, making it impossible to disinfect them after every contact.

That’s where anti-microbial door handles come in. They help break the cycle of contamination and offer continuous protection in between cleanings. 

What Exactly Are Anti-Microbial Door Handles?

What makes anti-microbial door handles different? These handles are not your average hardware, they are designed with special coatings or materials like copper or silver ions, which are known for their ability to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria, viruses, and fungi. 

Take our TouchClean technology, for example. It’s an invisible coating applied to door handles that works hard behind the scenes to destroy bacteria, viruses, and even odours. This kind of technology is a game-changer for infection control, helping hospitals create safer environments for both patients and staff.

How Do Anti-Microbial Door Handles Work?

The beauty of anti-microbial door handles is their simplicity. Once microbes land on the surface, the material or coating gets to work, either by killing the bacteria directly or stopping them from multiplying. Traditional door handles may look clean, but they can host dangerous bacteria for hours. Anti-microbial handles, on the other hand, actively reduce the microbial load, making them far more hygienic and effective.

Reducing Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs) with Anti-Microbial Door Handles

By installing anti-microbial door handles, hospitals can take a proactive step in reducing hospital-acquired infections (HAIs). Research shows that high-touch surfaces contribute significantly to the spread of infections. Using these specialised handles ensures that every person who touches them is less likely to pick up or pass on harmful bacteria, ultimately lowering infection rates.

And the impact goes beyond health- fewer infections mean fewer extended hospital stays, lower healthcare costs, and most importantly, safer environments for everyone.

The Benefits of Anti-Microbial Door Handles

Investing in anti-microbial door handles offers hospitals more than just peace of mind. Here’s why they’re worth it:

1. Continuous protection
2. Cost savings
3. Long-term durability

TouchClean Technology: Making Hospitals Safer

At Dortrend, we’re proud of our TouchClean technology. It’s been proven effective in fighting harmful pathogens, including those responsible for serious hospital infections. With TouchClean, hospitals can rest assured knowing that their door handles are actively contributing to a healthier, safer environment.

Infection control is a top priority for hospitals, and anti-microbial door handles are a powerful tool in that fight. They offer continuous protection, reduce hospital-acquired infections, and contribute to a safer, cleaner environment. By installing these handles, hospitals can make a meaningful difference in patient care and staff safety.

Contact Us Today

Ready to take the next step in infection control? Contact us today to learn more about our specialised anti-microbial door handles and how they can help reduce infections in your facility.