World Leading Antimicrobial Technology

Our Ambition

Just like many tech start-ups are born in a garage, Inhibit Coatings had their light-bulb moment in a small lab in Wellington, New Zealand.

Our innovative technology, which uses smart chemistry to permanently bind antimicrobial silver to materials, was created by scientists Dr Tate and Prof. Johnston.

They aimed to to make the world a better place. To help others live their lives in a safer and more sustainable world, without the worry of microbes and contamination.

Thanks to our cutting-edge antimicrobial solutions, we believe that Inhibit Coatings have taken the first steps towards creating such a world. Not only are our solutions more effective and longer lasting, but also more sustainable, positively impacting both humans and the planet.

Technology

Our broad-spectrum silver antimicrobial agent kills over 650 different types of microorganisms including Human Coronavirus, Escherichia coli, Salmonella spp., Influenza A (H1N1), Listeria monocytogenes, and Campylobacter spp.

Unlike other systems that steadily release biocides, our antimicrobial agent is bound to the polymer resin. This eliminates many of the current drawbacks and limitations of existing technology including leaching.

Medical

Our silver-based antimicrobial technology irreversibly binds silver to medical-grade polymers, making the entire device antimicrobial—eliminating pathogens even after surface abrasion.

Unlike traditional coatings, our method disperses the antimicrobial agent throughout the material, ensuring long-lasting protection without leaching.

Proven to reduce infectious microorganisms by up to 99.999%, our solution minimizes the risk of antimicrobial resistance while maintaining device integrity and performance.

Scalable and cost-effective, this innovation enables broader access to antimicrobial medical devices, reducing healthcare-associated infections and improving patient outcomes.

Coatings

Our coatings provides innovative antimicrobial solutions for addressing hygiene concerns in healthcare, food processing, and public spaces.

Our proprietary technology actively inhibits bacterial growth, extends coating lifespan, and offers non-toxic, in-can biocides as safer alternatives to traditional preservatives.

Unlike conventional systems, our antimicrobial agent binds to the resin, preventing leaching and enhancing durability. We offer tailored solutions through exclusive development and licensing, seamlessly integrating antimicrobial properties into existing resin systems.

Our advanced additive, ICL PU 10, delivers long-lasting protection with no VOCs and minimal dosage requirements, now available in Australia and New Zealand.