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The KME Plus® range of antimicrobial copper alloys


Different colours, the same antimicrobial properties

KME Plus® is a range of coloured alloys with antimicrobial efficacy backed by scientific evidence.  

Five families of alloys have been created and classified according to their colours: from red to yellow, to a selection of grey tones, this exclusive range offers architects and designers the opportunity to benefit from the antimicrobial action of KME Plus® alloys without compromising on the creativity of design.

KME Plus® main characteristics:

  • a broad spectrum of coloured alloys
  • antimicrobial activity backed by science
  • relevant physical properties that are typical of copper such as durability, resistance to wear and to harsh environments
  • good retention of detail and finish over time
  • good workability.

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Different formats, the same antimicrobial properties

KME Plus® alloys can be supplied in practically all the KME standard shapes* for semi-finished products in the following sizes.

DIMENSIONS
  Thickness (mm)
Min.-Max.
Diameter (mm)
Min.-Max.
Weight (kg)
STRIPS* 0.08-6    
SHEETS* 0.3-6    
PLATES* 6-30    
DISCS* 0.3-30 50-700  
RODS   10-80  
TUBES   13-80  
INGOTS     20

* KME Plus® available product sizes and specifications are subject to manufacturing feasibility. Widths and diameters of flat products may vary depending on the KME Plus® family of alloy. For any specific requirements, please contact our technical department.


Different machining or forming processes, always good workability

Standard manufacturing processes such as:

  • cold forming
  • hot forming
  • machining
  • welding
  • soldering
  • brushing, glass bead blasting, polishing, vibratory finishing,… (for surface finishes)

normally applied to metals can also be applied to the KME Plus® alloys with no impact on their antimicrobial properties.

 

 

NOTE: For the US market, KME Plus® alloys apply only for EPA registered alloys.

 

Pictures courtesy of Copper Alliance
 

 
 
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