Antimicrobial materials: a key asset for hospital identification products

In a hospital environment, every accessory handled on a daily basis can become a potential vector for cross-contamination. Identification lanyards, used to carry badges and access cards, are no exception. Passed between different care areas and handled many times, they can quickly accumulate micro-organisms.

Incorporating antimicrobial materials into these products represents a simple, sustainable and effective solution for improving hospital hygiene.

Why are antimicrobial materials crucial in hospitals?

Hospitals and clinics are environments that are particularly exposed to microbiological risks. Pathogenic micro-organisms, whether bacteria, viruses, fungi or yeasts, can survive for hours, even days, on inert surfaces. In this context, a simple accessory such as a badge or reel can quickly become a microbial reservoir, especially when handled many times during the day.

Antimicrobial materials, incorporated directly into the composition of products, act by inhibiting the growth and multiplication of micro-organisms. Unlike surface treatments, their effectiveness does not diminish over time or after several cleaning cycles. The antimicrobial agent incorporated into the material itself, whether polymer or textile, ensures a lasting and continuous action.

This approach actively reduces contamination by neutralising germs before they can multiply, while reinforcing existing hygiene protocols without replacing them. It also offers enhanced durability and resistance, as antimicrobial efficacy remains stable even after repeated cleaning or chemical disinfection cycles. By limiting the risk of transmission, these materials help to protect healthcare staff, patients and visitors.

The choice of identification products made from antimicrobial materials is therefore fully in line with a proactive approach to preventing hospital-acquired infections, an essential element in guaranteeing the quality of care and health safety within healthcare facilities.

Our solutions: antimicrobial lanyards tailored to hospital needs

Aware of the stringent requirements of the healthcare sector, PDC Healthcare has developed a complete range of antimicrobial identification products designed to combine hygiene, safety and ease of use.

Customised antimicrobial lanyards

Antimicrobial polyester lanyards are specially treated with antibacterial agents integrated in the fibre. They offer optimum hygiene throughout the day, even when used intensively. Available in a range of widths (10, 15 or 20 mm), these lanyards can be personalised with the hospital's logo, a text or a colour code for each department, making it easy to quickly identify medical and administrative staff.

Vinyl lanyards for maximum hygiene

For environments requiring frequent cleaning, such as operating theatres or intensive care units, vinyl lanyards are a particularly suitable solution. Their smooth, non-porous, impermeable surface prevents dirt from adhering and makes them easy to disinfect quickly using hospital cleaning products. Robust and durable, they withstand moisture, chemicals and heat, while maintaining a clean, professional appearance.

Non-magnetic yo-yo reels

Completing the range, yo-yo reels combine practicality and safety.
Non-magnetic models are specially designed for sensitive environments, such as medical imaging departments (MRI, scanners, patient monitors), to avoid electromagnetic interference. Easy to attach to a smock, uniform or badge, they provide practical, hygienic access to secure identification or access cards.

Towards an integrated hygiene culture at all levels

In addition to medical equipment, health safety in the hospital environment also depends on the management of all everyday objects. By integrating antimicrobial materials into their identification products, PDC Healthcare is helping to create a comprehensive hygiene culture where every detail counts.

The aim is not only to reduce contamination, but also to simplify the work of staff by offering accessories that are practical, durable and comply with the most stringent hygiene requirements.
At a time when infection prevention is at the heart of hospital priorities, these innovations are an essential lever for improving safety and confidence in healthcare environments.