LapisShield - Heavy-Metal-Free Antimicrobial Technology

On an unprotected surface, microbes can double in number every 20 minutes. When left uncontrolled, these unwanted microbes can lead to irreversible damage to products such as staining, bad odor, and even premature degradation. For those products often exposed to moisture or humidity, the problem can be much worse.

Coatings and paints containing Microban® antimicrobial technology can help treated product surfaces stay cleaner for longer by inhibiting the growth of microbes on the surface of the paint or coating.

Building upon our industry-leading efforts to innovate and support our customer’s needs, Microban has developed LapisShield™ technology – a novel antimicrobial that seamlessly adds antimicrobial functionality to water-based coating systems by addressing specific problems coating manufacturers face when incorporating traditional antimicrobials.

LapisShield is a new line of Microban antimicrobials designed specifically for water-based coating solutions. This technology is free of heavy metals and is designed to seamlessly integrate into any water-based coating formulation to add antimicrobial functionality to the surface of the coating.

LapisShield eliminates the common struggles associated with aggregation and sedimentation during the mixing and dispersing process, which reduces waste while maintaining efficiency and productivity. Coatings with LapisShield are UV stable, remain clear, and show minimal optical impact in comparison to traditional antimicrobial additives. This leads to fewer defective parts, minimizing the impact on yields.

LapisShield’s broad-spectrum properties make products more appealing to cleanliness-conscious consumers and business buyers, particularly for those likely to be used in moist, humid environments.