Ascend
New antiviral technology to destroy corona virus
Ascend files the first FDA 510(k) submission based on Acteev technology in the United States, a surgical mask under a new brand called Acteev Biodefend. Acteev Biodefend technology has been shown in laboratory tests to deactivate Sars-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes Covid-19 and other pathogens. Covered by more than 15 patent families, Acteev technology embeds active zinc ions into the matrix of a specialty polymer. It has been tested in multiple end forms, including knit and woven fabrics, engineered plastics and nanofiber, meltblown and spunbond nonwoven materials. Moreover Ascend launched Acteev Protect, an antimicrobial line of protection specially formulated to guard against the growth of fungi, bacteria and other microbes to keep textiles and nonwoven fabrics fresher for longer. It can be used to make face coverings, filtration devices, and textiles for upholstery and apparel such as activewear.
