Frequently Asked Questions

How exactly does BarrierTech work?

The physical binding matrix backbone of BarrierTech has associated with it, by non-chemical bonds, a selected group of well understood Acticides.

The effects of the Acticides are amplified because they are acting upon micro organisms whose ability to reproduce has been severely impaired and are therefore more susceptible due to their age cycle.

What are some of the benefits of using BarrierTech?

Prevents the growth of black mould.
Removes odours such as urine in toilets
Reduces the outbreak of influenza
Reduces absenteeism
Has a healing effect on open wounds
Is gentle (alcohol-free) – preventing flare-up of atopic eczema, dry hands etc
Kills most pathogenic bacteria and viruses (Up to log 5 reduction = 99.999%)
non-corrosive on surfaces and body
Leaves a residual effect and is pH-neutral
Non-flammable, long shelf life
Environmentally friendly

What does “European Standards” mean, and what is your documentation?

“European Standards” means that the product has been tested and approved at accredited laboratories according to certain norms for disinfectants against bacteria and viruses.

View our accreditations here

What do you mean by “documented effect” against Covid-19?

Test results from accredited laboratories:

BarrierTech™ Disinfectant results on EN 14476:

Corona Virus Log >5 (99,999%)
Noro Virus Log >4 (99,99%)
Vaccinia Virus Log >4 (99,99%)

What do “Log 3 reduction (99,9%)” and “Log 5 reduction (99,999%)” mean?

BarrierTech™ disinfectant products provide up to Log 5 reduction (99,999% kill rate) on most known bacteria and viruses.

A Log 5 reduction (99,999%) means that only 10 microorganisms out of 1 million survive.
A log 3 reduction (99,9%) means that 1000 microorganisms out of 1 million survive.
Achieving EN14476 requires a minimum Log 4.

Is there a way to see the effect of BarrierTech™ disinfectants?

Bacterial activity can be measured with an ATP meter.

The testing will show the results on a coffee machine (touch point to select flavour).

An RLU reading under 30 shows when it is safe for food production.

Left – RLU 379 before.
Right – RLU 8 after treated with BarrierTech™ surface disinfectant.

RLU under 30 is when it is safe for food production.

Does BarrierTech™ harm any surfaces?

BarrierTech™ does not damage the material of any surfaces. We have a Boeing D6 certification and Woolsafe.org documentation.

The picture shows the harm alcohol-based disinfectants can have on a metal surface.

Does BarrierTech™ hand disinfectant harm your skin or present the risk of dry hands?

Hand disinfectant is gentle on the skin, prevents risk of eczema and dry hands. The BarrierTech™ hand disinfectant is dispensed in a pleasant liquid and does not harm your hands, as alcohol based products can.

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