It offers a significant functional advantage for items exposed to moisture, heavy use, and frequent contact. This helps the product deliver greater perceived hygiene, durability, and added value in the environment.

The technology is incorporated into the material or finish during manufacturing. When microorganisms come into contact with the treated surface, the growth of viruses and bacteria is continuously inhibited, helping to keep the product better protected throughout its use.

No. Technology does not replace cleaning, disinfection, or regular bathroom care. It complements the maintenance routine by adding a functional layer of protection to the product.

Because these products are part of daily life and are found in settings where hygiene and convenience are highly valued. Incorporating this technology helps make these items more relevant and distinctive in the market.

 No, when technology is incorporated into the material during manufacturing, it becomes part of the product and remains with it throughout its entire lifespan.

 No. For tableware, metalware, and seating, the antimicrobial properties are designed to preserve the item’s visual and functional characteristics, maintaining a finish, feel, comfort, and design consistent with the line’s standards.

The method of incorporation varies depending on the product substrate. In sanitaryware, the technology can be incorporated into ceramic glaze before firing, during the glazing stage. In metals, it can be made compatible with the component’s finishes and coatings. For seats, however, the incorporation depends on the material’s manufacturing process, such as injection-molded or thermoset parts.

In practice, nothing changes structurally. TNS develops a solution that integrates into the process you already use, without adding a new step and without compromising the workflow or the final product.

Validation is performed through testing, reports, and standards compatible with the desired surface and functionality. For non-porous materials, ASTM E3031 is an important reference, and for certain plastic surfaces, ISO 21702 may also be used to assess antiviral activity.

 The communication should demonstrate that the product offers more than just aesthetics: it now provides a technological advantage with perceived value in everyday use, contributing to the well-being, safety, and care of those who use it. In addition to developing and validating the solution, TNS helps build the campaign, planning, and marketing strategy to communicate this attribute clearly, confidently, and in a way that resonates with the market.