The leader in threads, Coats plc, has launched the first anti-microbial sewing thread in the world that inhibits the growth of microbes and bacteria around seams. Established in over 70 countries and across six continents, the company has achieved a history of pioneering landmark innovations, with many product developments in threads, zips and colour technology, as well as manufacturing processes.
The treated sewing threads, which have anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, and are world’s first, will be marketed under the name ‘Coats Protect’. The innovative treatment was developed in Coats’ North American laboratories and delivers maximum protection from microbes when applied to Coats’ high quality thread products.
The anti-microbial treatment creates a “zone of inhibition” that helps prevent the growth of odour and stain causing bacteria and pathogens around the seam. The treatment that’s available around the world for Coats’ thread will provide enhanced product quality to customers and consumers.
Anti-microbial thread can be used in a wide range of sewing applications and benefits like keep products sterile; prevent product deterioration; fight mould and mildew and provide stain resistance. Many products, such as athletic footwear, hospital furnishings, operating theatre beds, muscle supports, hospital gowns, military tactical vests, helmets and outdoor goods need continued protection from fungi and odour causing bacteria, making them ideal applications for Coats Protect.
