For further information on any of the following events and press releases, or for article and image requests, please contact: Bryony Samuel.
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11.8.10
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Copper Industry Reacts to New 'Superbug' NDM-1 
Studies conducted at the University of Southampton on antimicrobial copper contact surfaces point to the metal as a potentially useful control measure in hospitals for the newly emergent New Delhi Metallo-1 beta-lactamase (NDM-1) group of enteric bacteria that includes E. Coli. |
1.7.10
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Copper: A Fresh Approach to Air-Ducts
An office in Marousi, Athens, is among the first in the world to have a complete copper ventilation and air-conditioning network installed. The 3,000 square metre office space was fitted-out with hygienic copper ducting to highlight the importance and benefits of fresh air in office spaces.
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10.6.10
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Copper to the Fore in World-Class CF Facility
A state-of-the-art Cystic Fibrosis centre being constructed at Sheffield’s Northern General Hospital is taking full advantage of copper’s inherent properties both behind the scenes, for plumbing and electrical applications, and in a visible show of contemporary infection prevention measures. |
8.6.10 |
Continuously Killing Microbes Never Looked So Good
A world-class centre being constructed at Sheffield’s Northern General Hospital is due to set the gold standard for infection prevention, and with this brief in mind, the architect turned to Antimicrobial Copper. |
8.6.10
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World-Class Cystic Fibrosis Centre Sets Gold Standard for Infection Prevention
A state-of-the-art centre being constructed at Sheffield’s Northern General Hospital is due to set the gold standard for infection prevention with Antimicrobial Copper door furniture specified throughout in a bid to reduce the risk of healthcare associated infections in particularly vulnerable patients. |
4.5.10
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Introducing The Most Effective Antimicrobial Surface Material
Antimicrobial Copper is a new global brand, launched today in London, that will enable fabricators and product manufacturers to signify that their products are capable of continuously killing pathogenic microbes and reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections. |
16.3.10
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Antimicrobial Copper’s Potential Role
in the Food Processing Industry
The latest science clearly shows that copper has powerful antimicrobial efficacy against major foodborne pathogens threatening public health today and could therefore have an important role in improving hygiene in food processing applications. To raise awareness of this new weapon in the fight against disease-causing organisms, Copper Development Association has been invited to make a presentation at the forthcoming Food Hygiene Conference at Campden BRI in May.
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11.1.10
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Irish Hospital First to Harness Copper Technology to Fight Infections
An Irish hospital is the first in the world to embrace the latest science by specifying hygienic copper door handles throughout in a bid to reduce healthcare associated infections such as MRSA, providing the best possible solid protection to its patients. |
7.12.09
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Leading Healthcare Architect Mobilises Antimicrobial Copper Product Supply Chain
Mark Barker of Race Cottam Associates called upon the bathroom fitting and architectural ironmongery supply chain to meet the demand for hygienic antimicrobial healthcare touch surfaces at a meeting of the Antimicrobial Copper Interest Group on 3rd December. Presentations given at the event. |
16.10.09
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Squeaky Clean
A copper mouse could help to reduce the spread of germs at home, in schools and in the workplace according to metallurgist Mark Tur, who has just taken delivery of the first prototype. |
14.9.09
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New research compares antimicrobial efficacy of copper and silver
Silver and copper have been used for their antimicrobial properties for centuries. Now, manufacturers are incorporating these metals into healthcare, food industry and even some consumer products, and making antimicrobial claims. In particular, there are several companies that create silver-ion coatings that can be applied to various surfaces, from work surfaces to door handles, which are then marketed as antimicrobial; some products claim to be effective against MRSA, a potentially deadly hospital-acquired infection. A study published in the most recent issue of Letters in Applied Microbiology answers the question of whether these applications work under real-life conditions. |
25.8.09
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New Research is a Breath of Fresh Air for Heating and Air Conditioning Units
New research is under way to investigate how copper can combat the bacteria and fungi that cause foul odours and reduced efficiency in HVAC units where the damp and dark environment is the perfect breeding ground for germs. |
5.8.09
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New Market Opportunities for Copper and Copper Alloy Hardware -
International Online Product Catalogue Launch
In response to rising interest in and demand for hygienic copper touch surfaces, Copper Development Association has developed an international online product catalogue of uncoated antimicrobial copper and copper alloy products, and is inviting manufacturers and suppliers to submit their products for inclusion. The catalogue currently includes architectural ironmongery, sanitary fittings, ward furniture and medical equipment. Features an interview with AS Hardware's James Pritchard on their new range of copper door furniture and the new market opportunities. Click here or use the player below to listen to the interview.
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22.7.2009 |
British Scientist Shares Expertise on Swine Flu Control in Beijing
While British schoolchildren infected with swine flu were being quarantined in a local hospital, UK microbiologist, Professor Bill Keevil, shared his expertise in the control of influenza virus A (H1N1) with leading scientists from around the globe at the World Summit of Anitvirals in Beijing. Professor Keevil’s research shows that copper actively inhibits influenza A (H1N1) indicating a role for hard surfaces such as door handles to be made from copper and brass (copper combined with zinc) to help prevent the spread of infection.
Further information:
1. Professor’s Briefing
2. Biography of Professor Keevil
3. Questions and Answers on Antimicrobial Copper.
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17.6.2009
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Copper, brass, bronze – choose your weapon in the fight against infection
The increasing threat from microorganisms, be it swine flu or superbugs, is highlighting the role touch surfaces have in the transmission of infection and the role antimicrobial materials have to play in helping to curb the spread of disease. |
17.6.2009
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Back to the future - Copper alloys return to the front line of infection control
Long known for their antimicrobial properties, it has taken recent laboratory work at Southampton University and a clinical trial at Selly Oak Hospital in Birmingham to bring copper and its alloys to the attention of those looking for solutions to today’s hospital infections. |
26.5.2009
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Antimicrobial Copper Surgeries
Copper Development Association is offering free technical consultations with their product development advisor at a series of antimicrobial copper surgeries.
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3.12.2008 |
First World Congress 'Copper and Public Health'
The first global congress on copper’s role in fighting hospital-acquired infections took place in a central Athens hotel. Leading scientists from around the world presented the scientific evidence supporting the case for incorporating copper surfaces into healthcare environments to help reduce the risk of infection and to protect public health. |
28.10.2008 |
Hospital trial shows copper reduces contamination
A study carried out at Selly Oak Hospital in Birmingham has shown that surfaces made with materials that contain copper kill a wide range of potentially harmful micro-organisms – significantly reducing the number of these organisms that can come into contact with patients, visitors and staff. The study found that, when tested, items made from copper had up to 95 per cent fewer micro-organisms on them, compared with the same items made out of standard materials such as stainless steel.
Press kit
Video |
25.03.2008 |
New research puts copper at the forefront of the fight against Clostridium difficile
Researchers at the University of Southampton have established that copper surfaces can inactivate the virulent hospital superbug Clostridium difficile. The Southampton research provided the foundation for a year-long programme of testing, under the
United States Environmental Protection Agency approved protocols, on 3,000 samples of five
different copper alloys in independent laboratories in the US. This has very recently led the US
Environmental Protection Agency to officially register copper as an antimicrobial agent. Copper is
the first and only solid material to ever be registered by the EPA as antimicrobial. |
13.03.2007 |
An ancient metal – copper - the new weapon against superbugs |
30.01.2006 |
Copper could help prevent the spread of flu infections |
23.11.2005 |
Designing out infection in hospitals - a role for antimicrobial copper touch surfaces |
06.10.2005 |
Inaugural meeting of the Antimicrobial Copper Interest Group |
15.07.2005 |
Copper touch surfaces in healthcare facilities - naturally antimicrobial |
20.01.2004 |
Reducing the growth and spread of Legionella |
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| Events |
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20-22.9.2010
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Infection Prevention 2010, Bournemouth
Copper Development Association will be exhibiting at this major infection prevention event, offering the latest updates on antimicrobial copper, the clinical trial and products now available for specification. Visit us on stand S61, opposite the internet cafe. |
5-6.10.2010
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Healthcare Estates Conference and Exhibition, Manchester
Copper Development Association will be promoting the antimicrobial properties of copper on stand D16. The theme for this year’s Conference is ‘Clean. Lean. Safe. Green.’, highlighting the biggest issues facing the healthcare estates and facilities sector now and for the future. Click here for your invitation to attend. |
10-13.10.2010
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7th Hospital Infection Society, Liverpool
CDA will be exhibiting at the Seventh International Conference of the Hospital Infection Society. This internationally-recognised conference is a major event in the infection control calendar, so if you are attending, please do come and see us on Stand 93. |
13-15.10.2010
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Seminario de Ingenieria Hospitalaria Congreso Nacionale, Malaga, Spain
CDA consultant, Mark Tur, will be giving a presentation on 'Antimicrobial Copper - Reducing the Risk of Infection from the Environment' at this event organised by AEIH in Malaga, Spain.
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