Filthy public touch screens to be self cleaning with virus killing coating

CAMBRIDGE Biotech firm CodiKoat have developed a self cleaning protective coating that can help clean up "filthy" public touch screen devices and protect against viruses. Tests conducted by London Metropolitan University found that publicly used touch screen devices, such as those used in fast food restaurants, often house a host of harmful, disgusting bacteria that can cause serious illness and even included traces of faeces. From supermarket checkouts to cash machines and public transport, there is a growing reliance on self service and touchscreen machines in our daily lives. These devices can be used thousands of times per day but even the most robust cleaning procedures still rely on human intervention. Constant re-sanitisation is a serious resource drain for businesses, who could not possibly hope to clean the devices after every use.

CodiKoat Co-Founder Payam Nahavandi said:- "We're thrilled to be taking on this challenge with incredible partners like BDK and Keeling and Walker. These devices are used millions of times per day globally and we believe this development can help protect the public and reduce the resource strain on millions of businesses worldwide."

To fight the filth, CodiKoat have developed a groundbreaking antimicrobial protective coating that uses nanotechnology to remove 99.9% of harmful bacteria and virus particles from surfaces within seconds of contact. The remarkable coating is self cleaning and incredibly durable, offering the same outstanding ongoing protection for users no matter how frequently it's used. Best of all, it can be applied easily to any touch screen device via a transparent adhesive film, or be implemented straight into the manufacturing process; with no drop in touch screen performance. To help bring this amazing coating to the masses, CodiKoat have entered into a partnership with 2 world leading UK based manufacturers. Keeling and Walker will produce specialist pigments that will form part of the protective coating, while BDK will lead on printing and producing the adhesive film. A prototype of the adhesive film product was previously tested at London's Royal Opera House, where a pilot scheme saw samples touched over 2 millions times over 3 months, with no drop in its antiviral capabilities. Partnering with both BDK and Keeling and Walker, the aim is to now produce a fully transparent adhesive film that will offer the same incredible protection and not interfere with the displays of touch screen devices.

BDK`s Director Nick Falconer said:- "We are very excited to work with the CodiKoat team on a groundbreaking global solution to help clean up the world!"

Dieter Guhl, Managing Director of Keeling and Walker added:- "We look forward to a successful cooperation with CodiKoat and BDK to create a highly functional solution for a cleaner and safer environment."
 

Shayne Ward to join celebs in charity football match in aid of Alder Hey Children's Hospital

ACTOR and Singer Shayne Ward, who is best known for winning the X-Factor in 2005 and playing Aidan Connor in Coronation Street, is the latest star to join a dazzling line up of famous faces putting on their football boots later this year to raise funds for children receiving treatment at Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool and is 1 of the biggest and busiest within Europe. If you are not already aware, the Hospital treats everything from common illnesses to highly complex and specialist conditions, seeing over 333,000 children every year. We are told that the star will be gracing the Crewe Alexandra FC's Mornflake Stadium on Sunday, 1 May 2022, alongside Soccer AM presenter Tubes, TV personality Calum Best and TOWIE stars Dan Osborne and James Argent.

Love Island contestants Jake Cornish and Luke Trotman will also be showing off their football skills, alongside East Enders stars Jake Wood, who played Max Branning, Dean Gaffney, who portrayed the role of:- Robbie Jackson, Matt Lapinskas, who starred as Anthony Moon and Danny Hatchard, who played Lee Carter. Also taking to the pitch is former Crewe Alexandra player Steve Walters and The Real Housewives of Cheshire Cast Member Joe Sealey, whose dad, Les Sealey, played in goal for Manchester United. In the coming weeks, more celebrity stars participating in the game will be announced, organisers have said. All of the stars are subject to work commitments. The match has been organised by Sellebrity Soccer, which was launched in 2012 to help charities raise money by arranging all star football matches across the UK.

Kevin Cooper, Sellebrity Soccer's Co-Founder, said:- "We really cannot wait to visit Crewe Alexandra FC for the 1st time with our 2 celebrity teams on Sunday, 1 May 2022. As always, it will be a great family day out which will provide 1st class entertainment with lots of goals from the celebrity players. It will certainly be a day to remember. The funds raised from this match will help some of the most vulnerable children in Liverpool. We hope lots of people will attend the match and get behind the teams; the money raised will change the lives of ill children living in Liverpool."

The game will kick off, at 3pm, on Sunday, 1 May 2022, however doors will open from 1:30pm. Standard tickets cost ₤12 alongside an additional booking fee or people can upgrade to a VIP package for ₤30 per person. To book tickets online or though contacting the Crewe Alexandra FC Box Office on:- 01270252610.