We recently looked at the ISO process for testing disinfectants to ensure they’re effective in doing what they say they do. However, despite this 3 phase process being well established, many companies wriggle around measures when validating their formulations and make ambiguous disinfectant claims. It seems that some products make performance claims that sound scientifically robust, knowing that it’s … Read More
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How should we test disinfectants?
Disinfectants. Found everywhere from a supermarket shelf to our own Genesis Biosciences laboratory – but how do we know they work? We’re taking a look at the methods of disinfectant testing, and the claims made by companies who don’t always stick to the rules. In the video below from Campden BRI, the various methods of … Read More
9 things you didn’t know about feminine hygiene bins
Millions of women use feminine hygiene bins every single day without thinking twice, but are these units safe? Are you safe when using them? Research has shown that the sanitary waste in feminine hygiene bins can contain pathogens that are able to survive in untreated hygiene bins. Women who use these bins – and those who clean … Read More
Genesis is making feminine hygiene units cleaner and safer
Genesis Biosciences has developed unique anti-microbial technology to deal with washroom and feminine hygiene for the facilities management industry. Genesis Biosciences’ anti-microbial products provide protection to users of feminine hygiene units through a patented ‘vapour technology’ based on a natural active ingredient being supported under the European Biocidal Products Directive. In 2015 the EU, under … Read More