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Reducing the Spread of Germs

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With the current evolving Covid-19 pandemic, there is a particularly strong focus on reducing the spread of germs within the community, particularly through the use of face masks. Medical textiles with antibacterial and hypoallergenic properties are an important factor in the war against germs and the containment of viruses, infections and diseases such as Covid-19. Medical-grade fabrics are used in products such as healthcare masks, sleep apnea products including CPAP masks, surgical wear, dressings, bandages, artificial ligaments, nappies, back support braces, sporting ankle braces, sporting knee braces and much more.

What are Medical Textiles?

Medical textiles and antibacterial fabrics are designed to prevent the growth of potentially harmful microorganisms that may develop on face masks and CPAP masks. These fabrics are designed to stop the build up of germs resulting from the oils and acids naturally released by the skin.

If antibacterial fabrics were not used, these products could be susceptible to the formation of bacteria, viruses, mould and other harmful microorganisms, which present serious health risks, particularly to those using medical equipment. Medical textiles serve to eradicate these harmful microorganisms in these products and in effect, help to minimise the spread of germs within the community. With just one bacteria cell possessing the ability to magnify to more than one million bacteria cells in a period of only seven hours, bacteria can rapidly spread. This is why Medical textiles, such as the ones used in Face Masks and CPAP fabric, play an essential role in maintaining the health of our society.

For people who experience skin irritations and allergies, hypoallergenic and latex free CPAP fabric provides additional comfort, allowing users of CPAP masks to breath more easily. With a soft sponge-like feel, the CPAP mask is able to respond to the user’s movements through expansion and contraction, resulting in increased comfort. The softness and durability of the medical fabrics also aid in the prevention of skin irritations and allow products to be worn comfortably for longer, increasing their usefulness.

How does Biomed support the minimisation of illnesses within the community?

Biomed assists the community in maintaining wellness through the development of medical-grade fabrics that are used in the creation of medical equipment including healthcare masks and sleep apnea accessories such as CPAP masks and chin straps.

Biomed’s mission is to create high quality medical textiles, which is why we ensure that our business operations always align with our ISO 9001 certification for quality management. Our dedication to strict Australian standards demonstrates the reliability of our products and our commitment to providing our customers with superior products that offer a high level of comfort through the minimisation of skin irritations alongside antibacterial and hypoallergenic properties. Through the prevention of germs and bacteria, the life of medical products such as CPAP masks can be prolonged, as the build up of bacteria and germs can cause fabric that is not of a medical-grade to deteriorate over time.

At Biomed we have a longstanding partnership with ResMed to supply medical grade fabrics for their products, which have offered superior patient comfort for decades. To find out more information on our full range of medical grade fabrics, please contact our team of Biomed medical fabrics and materials experts on (02) 9758 3855.

Hypoallergenic Fabric Manufacturing Company

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As a Fabric Manufacturer with decades in the industry, Biomed is at the forefront of Medical Textile development. There have been a number of important advancements in Medical Fabric Manufacturing in recent years. Hypoallergenic Fabrics and Antibacterial Fabrics are of particular note as they allow people who suffer from allergies and other ailments to trust their fabrics for greater comfort and to stop the spread and growth of microorganisms.

Because of these properties our fabrics are primarily used in medical and healthcare for products such as  CPAP Headgear & CPAP Chin Restraints, CPAP Masks and other CPAP Supplies. We supply Resmed with Antibacterial Fabrics for use in their industry leading CPAP & Sleep Apnea Equipment globally.

These products each require very specific fabric qualities. For example, an Anti-Snoring Chin Strap, must incorporate high quality Anti-Bacterial Fabric, which is comfortable to wear, but also allow free and easy movement without irritating the skin, and is also provide strong support without being restrictive.

However, as the benefits of Medical Grade Fabrics are discovered, their use across a wide range of textile markets beyond the medical industry has grown. Most notably for sporting applications and by military personnel, where bacteria present in sweat and body oils is prevalent and may pose a health risk.

As textile companies who Manufacture Medical Fabric are seeing a demand for their products outside of the medical sector, the breadth of applications has been further explored. For example the Fabric Manufacturing Companies can produce products like:

  • Mobility Aids
  • Clothing
  • Sports Wear
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Supportive Braces
  • Safety Equipment
  • Pillows and Bedding

Products that incorporate Medical Textiles are given an edge over their competitors as they see that customers are enjoying the numerous health benefits that Hypoallergenic Fabrics provide. Antibacterial and Hypoallergenic Fabric properties promote the destruction of germs and microorganisms which could lead to harmful diseases and illnesses. At Biomed we produce Medical Grade Fabrics which have Antibacterial properties, and are Allergen and Latex free for greater comfort along with a reduction in the spread of allergens, germs and irritations.

Biomed has a longstanding partnership with ResMed to supply Medical Grade Fabrics, which have been providing superior patient comfort for decades. For more information on our full range of Hypoallergenic Textiles, please do not hesitate to contact the professional Biomed team on (02) 9758 3855.