Gown MEDIMAN 2020

The gown is being produced from a multilayer special nonwoven textile fabric containing polypropylene and silver. By using protection technologies spun-bond and melt-blown extraordinary characteristics of this textile fabric are guaranteed. The added silver is functioning as a natural antibacterial element. It is a breathable fabric which is able to divert human warmth. A natural characteristic of this material is water repellence–this material is hydrophobic. This special fabric in white colour which is used for the production of the gown MEDIMAN^® 2020 guarantees wear comfort,is odourless, does not cause skin irritations and does not include latex or glass fibresor other allergic substances. Based on this, the gown can be worn for a longer time and thus, is more comfortable than other personal protective equipment. This materialmaintains its extraordinary characteristics also after 15 washing processes.

Melt blowing is a fabrication method used for the production of the gown MEDIMAN® 2020 during which a polymer melt is extruded and microfibers are spreaded by airflow to a non-woven textile fabric and thus, a consistent layer is built. This technology guarantees a very good filtration characteristic as well as absorptive capacity of the material, as well as the capacity to isolate the substance within the fibre. The surface of this material does not absorb humidity, it is even, firm and more tear proof.

The protective gown MEDIMAN^® 2020 can be reused. The material from which the gown is produced enables its reuse so this gown has a longer life-cycle with respect to throw-away gowns. The technology of producing the gown from non-woven textile fabrics enables the reuse of the gown after washing up to 15 times with declared capacities of the personal protective equipment category III, type 6. The disinfection and decontamination have no crucial impact on the antibacterial effects of the gown.

The active silver included in the nonwoven fabric of the gown kills bacteria and viruses. When in contact with the bacteria and viruses, silver deactivates skeletons of bacteria (and viruses) and causes the destruction of their cells so that viruses and bacteria cannot longer reproduce anddie afterwards.
With respect to the protective gown MEDIMAN^® 2020, the antibacterial activity and efficiency has been tested under the circumstances of dynamic contact according to the norm ASTM E 2149.
The obtained reduction is R (%) > 99,9.

Gown MEDIMAN^® 2020 with collar (type PB [6])

The gown with a stand-up collar as well as other parts of the clothing protect the user against the penetration of liquid chemicals. This type of protective clothing offers protection for the possible exposition to a smaller volume of liquidsor against the restricted use of infected agents (diseases). Infected agents – diseases include for instance bacteria, one-cell eukaryote organisms, viruses, viroides etc.

Care

Cleaning

We recommend to clean the gown MEDIMAN^® 2020 after each use according to the extent of contamination and staining. Cleaning can be done manually or in a household or industrial washing machine using the temperatures 40-50°C. We recommend to choose the maximum spin speed of 800 turns per minute. The washing process shall be gentle, no aggressive washing agents and phosphates shall be used. For the cleaning, a soap with antibacterial effect shall be used (cosmetics soap for hands and face), suitable is also a special gel used for outdoor clothing with a membrane.

Drying

After the cleaning, the gown shall dry in a spreaded state (e.g. on a clothes hanger). It is not allowed and not recommended to dry the gown in a mechanic or automatic drum dryer. At the same time, the material of the gown shall be protected before any contact with warm surfaces, such as iron or hot-air dryer.

The gown must not be ironed!!!

The failure to comply with recommendations of the gown‘s producer can cause a permanent damage to the gown and the loss of its protective capacities.

Disinfection/decontamination

The disinfection or decontamination of the gown is conducted either by applying the disinfection solution used for a rapid disinfection of surfaces and objects, surfaces of medical tools or by immersing the gown into a water solution. The solution shall not include more than 70% of alcohol in combination with hydrogen peroxide and 30% of water.

Sterilisation

For the sterilisation, steam autoclaves, ozone generators, UV-C germicidal lamps or machines for producing dry mist could be used.

Model

The gown MEDIMAN^® 2020 is produced only in white colour and with zip fastening in the front upper part of the gown. The zip in the upper part of the gown (in the area of the hip and breast) is covered by two overlapping lapelssituated against each other which offer sufficient protection againstpossible splashes – penetration of a restricted number of liquid chemicals and bacteria.
Elastic straps located in the rear part of the head, in the area of the collar and waist provide a higher comfort of the user. The elastic straps used for the maximum protection of the user is situated also at the end of muffs and in the lower part of thetrousers in the area of ankles.

Note: the protective clothing does not protect eyes, faces, hands and legs of the user therefore it is necessary to use further personal protective equipment!

The fact that the gown MEDIMAN^® 2020 produced from a special textile fabric containing silver maintains its characteristics alsoafter15washings makes from this gown a unique product whose ecological footprint is much smaller than when using other personal protective equipment. In contrast to usual gowns, the surface of the gown MEDIMAN^® 2020 does not include PVC, thus, this gown is breathable and the share of harmful plastic used for the production is reduced.

By the reuse of this gown you contribute to waste minimising and to the protection of our planet.

F.A.Q. – frequently asked questions

For how long can I wear the gown?

The gown MEDIMAN^® 2020 is seen as protective equipment for the whole duration of its use. As the gown is breathable you can use it the whole day. We recommend to clean it after each day of use. After 15 washing programs the classification of the personal protective equipment of the gown MEDIMAN^® 2020changes from the tested type 6 to the category of usual workwear that can be used for instance in case of painting, varnishing, grinding etc.

In which environment can I use the gown MEDIMAN^® 2020?

The gown MEDIMAN^® 2020 is a personal protective equipment of category III and it is functioning for the protection of the user for the restricted use against liquid chemicals type 6 (protective gown with a hood) and type PB[6] (protective gown with the collar and further parts) as protection against the penetration of liquid chemicals (this type of clothing shall protect the user before the possible exposition to a smaller volume of splash or accidental smaller volume of liquids) (protective clothing) as the protection of the user before the restricted use against bacterial penetration of infections (type 6-B – protective gown with a hood, type PB[6] – protective gown without a hood).

Can I wash the gown?

Yes. Cleaning can be done manually or in a household or industrial washing machine using the temperatures 40-50°C. We recommend to choose the maximum spin speed of 800 turns per minute.

What kind of washing agents can I use for cleaning the gown?

The washing process shall be gentle, no aggressive washing agents and phosphates shall be used. For the cleaning, a soap with antibacterial effect shall be used (cosmetics soap for hands and face), suitable is also a special gel used for outdoor clothing with a membrane. Chemical cleaning and bleaching agents could permanently harm the gown and therefore their use is not recommended.

How many times can I wash the gown?

The gown can be washed until its mechanical destruction. In order to maintain the certified capacities of the personal protective equipment categoryIII, type 6, it is possible to wash the gown up to 15-times.
Explanation:
Up to 5 washing processes, the gown fulfils certified capacities of the class 5 according to the norm EN 14126. After 10 further washing processes, the class of resistance is reduced to class 2 according to the norm EN 14126. After 15 washing processes, the gown is classified as usual workwear.

Can I dry the gown in a dryer?

No. It is not allowed and not recommended to dry the gown in a mechanic or automatic drum dryer. In such a case, the gown can be permanently damaged and it will lose its protective effects.

Can I dry the gown on the heater?

No. After the cleaning, the gown shall dry in a spreaded state (e.g. on a clothes hanger). Do not expose the gown to direct sun as even a short exposition can damage the gown. At the same time, the material of the gown shall be protected before any contact with warm surfaces, such as hot-air dryer.

Can I iron the gown?

No. The gown must not be ironed!!! In such a case, the gown can be permanently damaged and it will lose its protective effects.

When the gown is visibly not contaminated is disinfection sufficient?

Yes. Bacteria and viruses are not visible with human eye, they have no colour and no odour. The disinfection or decontamination of the gown is conducted either by applying the disinfection solution used for a rapid disinfection of surfaces and objects, surfaces of medical tools or by immersing the gown into a water solution. The solution shall not include more than 70% of alcohol in combination with hydrogen peroxide and 30% of water.

For the sterilisation, steam autoclaves, ozone generators, UV-C germicidal lamps or machines for producing dry mist could be used.

Shall I use further protective equipment?

Yes. The gown does not protect eyes, faces, hands and legs of the user therefore it is necessary to use further personal protective equipment!

Can I use the gown in high temperatures also in a direct contact with skin?

The gown MEDIMAN^® 2020 guarantees wear comfort, is odourless, does not cause skin irritations and does not include latex or glass fibres or other allergic substances. These characteristics have been proved in clinical tests and therefore it is possible to wear the gown also in direct contact with skin. It depends from the specific user and his or her comfort where the any clothing will be used under the gown.

What shall I do when I pour a liquid onto the gown?

The material of the gown MEDIMAN^® 2020 is hydrophobic. A smaller quantity of liquid flows from the surface of the gown and does not penetrate the gown. The gown is not used as protection against rain or when working in an environment with extreme humidity.