Join the movement to continuously kill bacteria.

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1 Join the movement to continuously kill bacteria.

2 CuVerro kills 99.9% of harmful bacteria*. All day and all night. Every day we touch hundreds of surfaces contaminated with deadly bacteria and cleaning alone is not enough to eradicate these pathogens. Now there is a new tool to help fight this threat CuVerro bactericidal copper alloy surfaces. These EPA-registered surfaces dramatically improve environmental hygiene by killing 99.9% of bacteria* and continue to be effective 24/7. CuVerro is the only class of EPA-registered solid surfaces able to make public health claims. CuVerro begins killing bacteria* on contact; its continuous antibacterial action never wears off or washes away. Unlike coatings and additives that only slow bacterial growth, CuVerro actively kills disease-causing bacteria. AT Cross Century Copper Pen Made With CuVerro. Products made with CuVerro CuVerro provides a bactericidal advantage in these available products: Hand rails and grab bars Door and cabinet hardware Sinks, faucets and plumbing Furnishings and equipment Fitness and rehabilitation Keyboards, pens and accessories Many more products in development The Century Copper pen is a breakthrough innovation introduced by AT Cross. Carried by major retailers including Staples and Amazon, the pen boasts a sleek iconic design with the CuVerro bactericidal copper alloy surface. Fighting bacteria with innovation. Where hygiene is a concern CuVerro creates a new standard for innovative bacteria-fighting touch surface product development and flexibility: Available in strip, sheet, rod, tube, foil or ingot Easily integrated into production and manufacturing Can be deep drawn, extruded, stamped and cut, cast forged, welded, brazed, etched Offered in several colors including copper-rose and white bronze Easy to maintain, corrosion and tarnish-resistant Made from up to 100% recycled content and 100% recyclable These attractive, durable, and easy to maintain surfaces are not harmful to people or the environment, are non-toxic and contain no VOCs, and provide a sustainable antimicrobial advantage.

3 Scientific proof. Proven efficacy in range of EPA tests These public claims resulted from rigorous Good Laboratory Practices test protocols used to support EPA registration of antimicrobial copper alloys: 1. Efficacy as a Sanitizer CuVerro surfaces kill 99.9% of bacteria* within two hours. CuVerro surfaces are EPA-registered to kill six infectious bacteria*, including those responsible for causing most healthcare-associated infections (HAIs): Staphylococcus aureus (Staph) Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus faecalis (VRE) E. coli O157:H7 Pseudomonas aeruginosa Enterobacter aerogenes 2. Wear Test CuVerro efficacy does not wear out or wear down over time and continues to help inhibit the buildup and growth of bacteria* between routine cleaning and sanitizing steps. 3. Repeated Contamination Test CuVerro surfaces work continuously to kill more than 99% bacteria, 24 hours a day, even after repeated contamination. CuVerro outperforms traditional materials Laboratory tests show CuVerro is more effective at killing bacteria* than traditional materials like stainless steel, plastic and wood surfaces. CuVerro is a proven medical-grade alternative to these materials. MRSA viability on copper, stainless steel, and silver ion-containing coating on stainless steel. 99.9% of MRSA is killed after 2 hours of exposure on a copper surface. Source: Michels, H. T., et al., (2009). Effects of temperature and humidity on the efficacy of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus challenged antimicrobial materials containing silver and copper. Lett Appl Microbiol, 49(2), Building a victory for healthcare. Fighting bacteria, including those that cause HAIs is critical in healthcare environments. With doctors, nurses, patients, and families at risk, CuVerro bactericidal touch surfaces are an effective tool to kill infectious bacteria*and reduce exposure to these deadly pathogens. Healthcare facilities have started installing products made with CuVerro bactericidal touch surfaces. From door handles and IV poles to grab bars and sinks, CuVerro is helping these facilities take an aggressive stance in the fight against bacteria* that can cause HAIs. Grinnell Regional Medical Center puts CuVerro to work. Products made with CuVerro bactericidal copper have been installed in a med-surg unit at Grinnell Regional Medical Center in Grinnell, Iowa. We want to see what can be done to reduce bacteria that cause HAIs and aid our focus on patient safety, says Todd Linden, GRMC president and CEO. Past impressive studies have shown the effectiveness of CuVerro in reducing bacteria load.

4 Cleaner touch surfaces everywhere. CuVerro provides continuously clean surfaces from infectious bacteria* across high-touch surfaces. Products made with CuVerro bactericidal copper alloy improve cleanliness in environments from fitness facilities and schools to hotels and even your own home. Products made with CuVerro can be easily installed and fit seamlessly in almost any space. These smooth surfaces are durable and easy to clean, but most importantly they actively kill bacteria* when cleaned regularly. Architects and designers appreciate the superior-quality of CuVerro alloys, engineered for strength, durability and aesthetics. Stanley Cup Champion LA Kings play with CuVerro. The possibilities for CuVerro bactericidal copper alloy touch surfaces are limitless. The Los Angeles Kings installed Black Iron Strength dumbbells and attachments made with CuVerro bactericidal copper alloy surfaces in their newly renovated Toyota Sports Center strength and conditioning facility. As the Stanley Cup Champs the goal was to reduce athletes exposure to bacteria and potentially minimize time lost to unnecessary illness. Cleaning and care. Standard cleaning products and protocols can be used to clean CuVerro surfaces. For remediation, we recommend a citric acid-based cleaner or copper polish. Please visit cuverro.com/support/cleaning for more detailed information. HOK Product Design and Rocky Mountain Hardware use CuVerro as part of a new door hardware line. Where design aesthetics are sometimes sacrificed by function and practicality, the venture between HOK Product Design and Rocky Mountain Hardware works to fill this void. With an eye toward healthcare, spa and wellness centers, hospitality and even educational institutions, the VerduraTM line of door hardware made with CuVerro fills the need for hardware that is sleek and stylish, while reducing the amount of infectious bacteria* on these commonly touch surfaces. *Laboratory testing shows that, when cleaned regularly, CuVerro surfaces kill greater than 99.9% of the following bacteria within 2 hours of exposure: Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Staphylococcus aureus, Enterobacter aerogenes, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, E. coli O157:H7, and Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus faecalis (VRE). The use of CuVerro bactericidal copper products is a supplement to and not a substitute for standard infection control practices; users must continue to follow all current infection control practices, including those practices related to cleaning and disinfection of environmental surfaces. This surface has been shown to reduce microbial contamination, but it does not necessarily prevent cross contamination. CuVerro is a registered trademark of GBC Metals, LLC and is used with permission. See www. CuVerro.com for more detail.

5 The possibilities for CuVerro applications on high-touch surfaces are extensive. Explore the amazing potential of CuVerro bactericidal copper alloy surfaces and join the movement against infectious bacteria *. cuverro.com 4801 Olympia Park Plaza, Suite 3500 Louisville, KY Copyright