Aksa Akrilik Develops Textile Product with Permanent Antimicrobial Effect

The textile sector will be introduced to "Everfresh," a product manufactured in Aksa Akrilik's R&D center. This product, which possesses permanent antimicrobial properties, is expected to fully meet consumers' hygiene and comfort expectations. Aksa Akrilik's "Everfresh" branded textile product, which provides a solution to consumers' hygiene expectations with its permanent antimicrobial properties, has the characteristics of being harmless to human health and environmentally friendly. "Everfresh" demonstrates strong antimicrobial effect thanks to zinc ion technology, which is encapsulated within the product during manufacturing. With this property, the product prevents the formation of harmful bacteria, mold and fungi. The presence of zinc ion technology, the active ingredient that imparts antimicrobial effect, within the fiber ensures that the antimicrobial property is permanent and does not harm the skin during or after use. In addition to masks, which have become mandatory due to the coronavirus pandemic, Everfresh can be used in undergarments, socks, jeans, shirts, baby products and active wear. Furthermore, there is potential for use in home textile products such as hand-knitted items, pillow and duvet covers, bed linens, carpets, blankets and towels.

Permanent antimicrobial properties

Everfresh has thermal insulation, vapor permeability, air permeability and quick-drying properties. Standing out with its resistance to wear and aging, Everfresh offers unlimited washing durability in all products. In a statement made by the company, it was reported that the product will not lose any of its strong antimicrobial properties from day one even after dozens of washes.

Putting an end to odor in garments

With its antimicrobial properties, Everfresh technology prevents the proliferation of bacteria that cause bad odor in garments. While Everfresh, which keeps socks, underwear, undergarments, everyday clothing and performance products dry and eliminates bad odor, allows users to feel clean and fresh for much longer periods. By reducing the need for frequent washing of garments, Everfresh helps reduce water and energy consumption while also extending the service life of the products.

Multiple usage advantages

Cengiz Taş, General Manager of Aksa Akrilik, stated that Everfresh contains multiple usage advantages with its antimicrobial properties. Taş expressed that this new R&D product offered to the textile sector has no counterpart in the world in terms of application areas, properties and cost. Pointing out that silver is used in products with similar properties to Everfresh, which leads to higher costs, Taş said that the harmful effects of these products on human health and nature are well known. Cengiz Taş, General Manager of Aksa Akrilik, reported that thanks to Everfresh's zinc ion technology, both the cost has been reduced and a health-compatible product has been obtained. Taş stated: "Everfresh is one of the newest members of the Aksa Akrilik family. Through the conveniences we offer to consumers with Everfresh, we aim to change user habits. With its antimicrobial properties, we provide a solution to the increased hygiene needs caused by the pandemic. As a result of the meticulous work carried out by our experienced R&D team, we have developed a pioneering product that creates its own market. Everfresh, which has a first-of-its-kind status with its production technology, is receiving very positive feedback from the sector. We believe that the demand from the market for Everfresh, which offers users a comfortable and hygienic experience, will intensify in the coming period."