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Copper Surfaces<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Copper is a highly-useful metal that is applied in various enterprises due to its valuable properties, such as ductility, malleability, and high thermal electrical conductivity, and much more. But copper also naturally retains extraordinary antimicrobial properties, which serve to kill harmful microorganisms, such as MRSA, E. coli<\/em>, Staphylococcus, Clostridium difficile, influenza A virus, adenovirus, fungi, and even Legionnaires’ disease. More than 300 types of copper alloys are proven to kill over 99.9% of disease-causing bacteria, all within just two hours when regularly cleaned. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What does this mean for healthcare facilities? It means they can greatly benefit from incorporating copper surfaces into their facility\u2019s design. Such surfaces to consider include countertops, bed rails, handrails, over-the-bed tables, sinks, faucets, doorknobs, toilet hardware, fitness and exercise equipment, and more. Copper alloys can even be blended with textiles to make antimicrobial fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another emerging innovative design approach for medical\nfacilities is touch-free technology for germ-prone surfaces that are commonly\nfound in restrooms, cafeterias, lobbies, waiting rooms, patient rooms, and more.\nSuch technological applications include tough-free dispensers for soap, hand-sanitizer,\nand hand towels. Other touch-free applications can be used to open and close\ndoors, make intercom calls, request emergency assistance, temperature controls,\ntelevisions, and more. Reducing the amount of surface contact in a public\nbuilding also reduces the potential for cross-contamination, and thus, improves\nthe safety of the medical facility environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most medical care facilities use forced air heat systems to keep\nindoor environments warm. However, such systems are notorious for collecting dust\nand allergens, and then distributing them throughout a building. Not only do\nforced heat systems recirculate dust and allergens, they can also spread germs\nand even grow mold. As a result, hospitals and clinics can suffer from poor\nindoor air quality, which not only triggers allergic reactions, but also\ncomplicates or worsens upper respiratory conditions. Worst of all, it can spread\ndangerous diseases like Legionnaire\u2019s. <\/p>\n\n\n\n To reduce airborne illnesses and improve indoor air quality,\nmany healthcare proprietors are asking about the benefits of incorporating passive\nsolar heating elements. This approach may help to reduce the issues of airborne\nillness by combining the natural warmth of the sun with thermal mass technology\nand various structural design methods. Because the sun\u2019s solar power is used to\nmaintain a comfortable indoor environment, the need to control the internal air\ntemperature directly is eliminated. Another benefit is solar energy applications\nis reduced utility bills, which means you can place more revenue back into your\nhealthcare facility for the betterment of your patients and staff alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Call BAF Corporation at 317-253-0531<\/strong> to learn more about modern healthcare facility construction<\/a> and how it can benefit your office, hospital, or clinic. Our licensed and bonded Indianapolis general contractors provide full-service medical care building services in Indianapolis, and throughout Central Indiana. Whether your medical facility requires a basic renovation to keep up with the growing technologies in the medical care industry, or you are building a brand-new wing of a hospital, our commercial general contractors retain the skills, resources, and acute attention to detail to meet your specifications and exceed your expectations. Call our office today to discuss your commercial construction needs, today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With all the emerging new technology and innovative concepts for medical facility construction, healthcare proprietors face a long list of options in terms of design, space planning, post occupancy, and more. But one of the most important objectives for medical … Continue reading Touch-Free Tech<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Modern Medical Facility Construction in Indianapolis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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