In healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, aged care facilities, and veterinary practices, maintaining a sterile and durable environment is paramount. DEEPBARRIER-MEDI by Integra offers a groundbreaking solution specifically designed to meet these needs.

This product not only acts as a curing agent for green concrete but also provides a permanent moisture barrier and antimicrobial protection, enhancing the safety and longevity of healthcare facilities.

Challenges in Healthcare Infrastructure

• Moisture-Related Degradation: Moisture penetration can compromise the structural integrity of concrete, leading to costly repairs and potential safety risks in healthcare environments.
• Microbial Contamination: Facilities must prevent the proliferation of bacteria, viruses, and fungi to protect the health of patients, especially in high-risk environments like operating rooms and intensive care units.
• Maintenance and Sterility: Ensuring facilities remain sterile and well-maintained without frequent, disruptive, and costly upkeep is a key challenge for healthcare infrastructure management.

Integra’s Solution: DEEPBARRIER-MEDI

Curing and Protecting with DEEPBARRIER-MEDI

DEEPBARRIER-MEDI is engineered to be applied to green concrete, serving as both a curing agent and a protective barrier. This section will delve into its dual functionality and benefits in healthcare settings.

• Effective Curing Agent: As a curing agent, DEEPBARRIER-MEDI helps concrete achieve optimal strength and durability, essential for the demanding environments of healthcare facilities.
• Permanent Moisture Barrier: By sealing the concrete from moisture penetration, it protects structural integrity and prevents conditions conducive to microbial growth.
• Antimicrobial Protection: The product includes components that provide continuous antimicrobial protection, inhibiting the growth of bacteria, viruses, and fungi on concrete surfaces.

Applications in Healthcare Settings DEEPBARRIER-MEDI’s advanced formulation is ideal for use in various healthcare environments, where hygiene and durability are critical.

• Hospitals and Clinics: Enhances the cleanliness and longevity of infrastructure where hygiene is critical to patient care.
• Aged Care Facilities: Protects environments catering to vulnerable populations, where infection control and maintenance are ongoing challenges.
• Veterinary Practices: Ensures facilities where both moisture and microbial contamination are concerns can maintain high standards of hygiene and durability.

Suitability for Commercial Flooring Installation Before laying commercial flooring, especially in healthcare facilities, it is crucial to prepare the substrate to ensure longevity and hygiene. DEEPBARRIER-MEDI offers several benefits in this regard:

• Foundation for Flooring: Applying DEEPBARRIER-MEDI to green concrete creates an ideal substrate for commercial flooring, ensuring it adheres properly and remains intact over time.
• Moisture and Microbial Barrier: It acts as a critical barrier to moisture and microbial infiltration beneath flooring surfaces, crucial for areas with stringent sterility requirements.
• Compatibility with Various Flooring Types: DEEPBARRIER-MEDI is compatible with a wide range of commercial flooring materials, including vinyl, linoleum, and engineered wood, making it a versatile option for healthcare facilities.

Advantages of Using DEEPBARRIER-MEDI

Utilising DEEPBARRIER-MEDI in healthcare construction projects offers several advantages that go beyond traditional concrete treatments.

• Long-Term Cost Savings: The durability and protective qualities of DEEPBARRIER-MEDI reduce the need for frequent repairs and maintenance, offering significant cost savings over the life of the facility.
• Enhanced Patient Safety: By providing antimicrobial protection, it directly contributes to safer healthcare environments, reducing the risk of infection transmission.
• Sustainability: The long-lasting protection ensures that healthcare facilities can meet current needs without compromising the ability to maintain standards in the future.