Understanding Bacteria, Viruses, and Antimicrobial Tape

1. What Are Bacteria?

Bacteria are single-celled microorganisms that can reproduce on their own.
They exist almost everywhere in nature, including on surfaces, in water, and on the human body.

Some bacteria can cause illness such as food poisoning or infections.
However, not all bacteria are harmful—many are beneficial to humans and the environment.

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2. What Are Viruses?

Unlike bacteria, viruses cannot reproduce on their own.
They must enter a host cell (human, animal, or plant) to multiply.

Viruses are responsible for illnesses such as colds, influenza, COVID-19, and norovirus.
They can spread easily through hands, surfaces, and airborne particles.

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3. Key Differences Between Bacteria and Viruses

Structure

• Bacteria: Independent living organisms with cellular structures
• Viruses: Non-cellular particles that require a host

Reproduction

• Bacteria: Can reproduce independently
• Viruses: Require host cells to replicate

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4. What Is Antimicrobial Tape?

Antimicrobial tape is a functional protective film applied to surfaces to create an environment where bacterial growth is significantly reduced.

• Antimicrobial agents embedded in the surface help inhibit bacterial growth and reproduction
• It is designed as a preventive hygiene solution, not a one-time cleaning product
• It helps maintain cleaner surface conditions over time

This solution is particularly suitable for high-touch areas such as:

• Door handles
• Kiosks and touchscreens
• Tables and counters
• Switches and frequently handled surfaces

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5. How Antimicrobial Tape Works

The purpose of antimicrobial tape is not to completely eliminate all microorganisms, but to suppress growth and maintain a cleaner surface condition.

• It creates a surface environment that makes bacterial growth difficult
• Helps reduce the risk of recontamination between routine cleanings
• Delivers the best hygiene results when used together with regular cleaning and disinfection programs

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6. The “Clean Zone” Concept

A Clean Zone refers to an area where antimicrobial tape is applied and hygiene management is reinforced.

A Clean Zone combines:

• Routine cleaning
• Antimicrobial surface protection
• Regular inspections and verification

This integrated approach creates a safer, more controlled hygiene environment.

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SSG Brand Story – Our Antimicrobial Philosophy

SSG does not view antimicrobial tape as a simple add-on product that sticks to a surface.

We consider it a Protection Layer—a layer that helps preserve hygiene trust within a space.

That is why SSG only uses products with verified performance and safety.
Our materials have undergone antimicrobial performance testing based on national testing institutions and international standards.

When requested, we provide test reports and relevant certification documents transparently.

While low-cost antimicrobial products exist in the market, many lack verifiable performance data.
Short-term savings may be possible, but they do not guarantee long-term trust or user safety.

At SSG, we value tomorrow’s trust over today’s cost.

We are a partner that takes responsibility for what cannot be seen—
Choose SSG, where hygiene is proven through data and evidence.

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Important Notice

For optimal effectiveness, it must be used in conjunction with regular cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance programs

Antimicrobial tape is a hygiene support solution and does not replace medical-grade sterilization equipment