PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Based on proprietary PerQuat® chemistry, ViveStep™ is applied dry and designed to sanitize floors and boots — and reduce cross-contamination — in animal research facilities including those housing cows, swine, primates and rabbits.
Unlike bleach and other liquid footbath sanitizers, ViveStep has excellent material compatibility and won’t break down footwear. It also doesn’t increase the risk of slipping injuries. ViveStep is odorless and provides lasting protection with easily verifiable active ingredients that remain stable for up to 8 weeks with proper management.
- Applications
- Entryways
- Around Drains + Floor Cracks
- Foot Pans + Floor Mats
Material Compatibility
| Material | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| 304 Stainless | compatible |
| 316 Stainless | compatible |
| Galvanized | compatible |
| Brass |Severe oxidation| | not-compatible |
| Aluminum 6061 | compatible |
| Aluminum 7075 | compatible |
| Mild/Cold-rolled Steel A366 |Severe oxidation| | not-compatible |
| Cast Iron |Can cause rusting| | not-compatible |
| Dairy Brick | compatible |
| Flowcrete (Flowfresh HF) | compatible |
| Flowcrete (Flowfresh SL) | compatible |
| Epoxy-coated concrete block | compatible |
| Acrylic-coated concrete block | compatible |
| Sealed concrete block | compatible |
| Ceramic tile | compatible |
| Vinyl tile |Tacky feel - Light color stains| | not-compatible |
Organisms
| Bacteria | |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Campylobacter jejuni | |
| Cronobacter sakazakii | |
| Escherichia coli | |
| Salmonella enterica | |
| Viruses | |
|---|---|
| Virus | |
| Avian influenza A | |
| Feline calicivirus | |
| Newcastle disease virus | |
| PED virus | |
| Porcine Reproductive & Respiratory Syndrome virus (PRRS) | |
| Rotavirus | |
Product Codes
| Product | Code |
|---|---|
| 2lb sleeves (case of 12) | 30310100 |
| 10 lb pail | 30310101 |
| 100 lb drum | 30310102 |
| 400 lb drum | 30310103 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this product require water to activate?
ViveStep requires moisture to become active, but this does not have to come from added water. Generally, if there is enough active moisture in an environment to have microbial concerns, there is enough moisture to activate ViveStep to kill those organisms.
Will this product impact my wastewater?
In almost all cases no. However, because Quaternary Ammonium is one of the active ingredients in Sterilex Ultra Step, there is potential for adverse downstream effects. When the amount to cause damage is calculated, it typically vastly exceeds the Sterilex Ultra Step quantity on site so there is no real risk of negative impacts. ???Please reach out to your Sterilex representative with any questions about wastewater systems and Sterilex products.???
How often should I apply ViveStep?
Most facilities re-apply daily but depending on the amount of foot traffic through an area this amount can vary. Some facilities may need to reapply ViveStep up to once per shift to ensure all footwear is properly covered.