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Follow on Google News | LuminOre CopperTouch (TM) Will Address Growing Problem of Infections in Medical FacilitiesLuminOre CopperTouch was formed to respond to the ongoing healthcare crisis through education about the antimicrobial properties of copper.
By: Pauline Getz LuminOre CopperTouch has acquired a patented cold-metal atomization copper process from Luminore (R) Inc., the international fabrication and composite manufacturing company. Valente believes the new company will play a significant role in educating hospitals and consumers about the benefits of antimicrobial properties of copper. “Copper is the first and only solid material to be registered by the Environmental Protection Agency as an antimicrobial surface,” Valente said. “LuminOre CopperTouch’ The economic impact of the problem is staggering. MRSA can cost hospitals roughly $30,000 per case, according to a study performed this year by Arrowsight Medical. In addition, all hospital-acquired infections can result in up to $33 billion in excess medical costs nationwide per year, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “While the healthcare industry is where solutions are most urgently needed, other potential applications for the technology are unlimited,” Valente said. “Any touchable surface in any public place, like restrooms, commercial kitchens, spas and health clubs, are potential places for copper antimicrobial surfaces.” LuminOre CopperTouch, http://www.luminorect.com, is led by Thomas Valente, CEO developer of LuminOre Composite Metals (TM), and has over thirty years of experience in the composite metals industry. He is joined by Pauline Getz, Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary, who has been practicing corporate and business law for three decades. # # # LuminOre CopperTouch, http://www.luminorect.com, is engaged in the strategic development of new and innovative products with copper antimicrobial surfaces. It offers education to the medical community and consumers about the beneficial properties of these surfaces. LuminOre CopperTouch surfaces are currently under preregistration with the EPA. The company is located in Carlsbad, California. End
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