Seal Shield LLC has launched a new family of waterproof, washable keyboards, the Seal Silk Glow Series.
In an International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health study, 96% of keyboards tested were contaminated with bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus. The study indicates that keyboards are difficult to clean, and “the accumulation of dust and organic substrate favor the survival of bacteria. It is proven that on polluted surfaces more microorganisms occur, which underlines the need for removal of dirt and dust to reduce contamination.”
“Offering our customers a keyboard that is fully sealed is imperative in the healthcare industry,” explains Seal Shield’s President, Andrew McCarthy. “In healthcare, keyboards are subjected to more than dust and debris. Located in high-spill areas, such as operating theaters and nurses’ stations, exposes these keyboards to multiple pathogens, medications, and bodily fluids. The ability to clean and properly disinfect keyboards becomes crucial in these settings.”
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¹ Koscova, Jana et al. “Degree of Bacterial Contamination of Mobile Phone and Computer Keyboard Surfaces and Efficacy of Disinfection with Chlorhexidine Digluconate and Triclosan to Its Reduction.” International journal of environmental research and public health vol. 15,10 2238. 12 Oct. 2018, doi:10.3390/ijerph15102238
