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What is biofilm and how can it be removed?

The biofilm is composed of a cluster of microorganisms that adhere to a surface by secreting a protective layer. This allows them to resist and reproduce further, and then to go and colonize new surfaces. It is therefore important to limit its formation, but how can Biofilm be eliminated?

1. What are the favourable locations for the development of biofilms?

A priori, the biofilm can settle on a large number of surfaces (except copper, which is toxic), but it will only succeed in developing if it is not threatened by regular and effective hygiene measures. Thus, in general, it proliferates everywhere but especially in places that are difficult to access for cleaning and disinfection.

2. How to limit the formation of biofilm?

In order to limit the formation of biofilmAs the surface is becoming more and more resistant over time, it is imperative to put in place a plan for cleaning and disinfecting the surfaces of the premises. This plan must include a regular schedule of operations to avoid the long-term establishment of micro-organisms and their proliferation.

3. Steps to remove biofilm

To remove biofilm or limit its formation, it is strongly recommended that surfaces be cleaned before disinfection, rather than performing these operations at the same time. Indeed, each one has a very particular role to play:

  • the cleaning will remove organic, mineral and microbial stains. We recommend our Professional Steam Cleaners to perform this operation. Indeed, the effect of the heat will break this Biofim and removing it will become easy. The temperature is an extremely uninteresting ally during this "COVID19" period.
  • disinfection eliminates or inactivates with a disinfectant product those micro-organisms which have not been destroyed by the cleaning phase.

4. What products can be used to remove biolfilm?

Effective products to combat the formation of Biofim include peracetic acid, one of the components of the product Apabio marketed by IBL Specifik.

Apabio gives you the advantage of "Breaking" this Biofilm and delaying its formation. It's your ideal partner in the fight against COVID19.

The AFSSA (French Food Safety Agency) also recommends taking certain measures to limit microbial concentration. Among these recommendations are :

  • the design of premises and equipment that comply with hygienic design rules,
  • the choice of materials that are wear-resistant and easy to clean and disinfect,
  • regular replacement (as soon as they are damaged) of fragile materials,
  • minimizing water input, as it promotes microbial growth and can be a vector for contamination.

Source: French Food Safety Agency : www.anses.fr

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