PerQuat®
The first and only chemistry with products approved to both kill biofilm bacteria and remove biofilm.
The Power of PerQuat Technology
Protection from biofilm is twofold: prevention and destruction. Simply killing free-swimming and surface-level biofilm-related microorganisms, without removing the biofilm structure from a surface, can result in rapid recolonization of organisms from inside the remaining biofilm matrix.
PerQuat technology not only provides broad spectrum kill of free-swimming and biofilm organisms, it also breaks up and removes the biofilm structure, preventing recolonization. The multiple physical and chemical mechanisms of action of PerQuat reduces the risk of microbial resistance to Sterilex products.
How it works
PerQuat Technology has the unique ability to attack and collapse the protective EPS matrix, penetrate the outer biofilm layer, kill pathogenic microorganisms, dissolve the biofilm structure, and chemically scrub the structure from a surface.
The Science
The active ingredients in PerQuat technology are based on quaternary ammonium compounds (commonly referred to as quat) and Hydrogen Peroxide. The primary role of quat is to serve as a phase transfer agent, combining with the peroxide ion to form a “PerQuat” molecule. This synergistic combination gives Sterilex products their unique biofilm penetration efficacy and provides a powerful level of performance through multiple physical and chemical mechanisms of action, including hydrolysis, oxidation and solubilization.
Operational Benefits of Biofilm Control
Reduced Recall Risk
Reduce downtime and holds due to product contamination
Reduce labor - eliminate scrubbing + recleaning
Extend product shelf life: control spoilage organisms
Save energy: improve heat transfer and freezer efficiency
Protect premature equipment wear + failure
PerQuat Product Line
PerQuat-based products are available in solid or liquid form.
