Test method for antibacterial activity of photocatalytic materials under indoor lighting
The ISO 17094:2014 standard outlines a test method to determine the antibacterial activity of materials containing an indoor-light-active photocatalyst, or with indoor-light-active photocatalytic films on the surface, by measuring the survival of bacteria on the test surface after illumination with indoor light. ISO 17094:2014 applies to the testing of ceramics and other non-porous materials.
Test Description
- Bacteria (Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus) are inoculated onto the test and control materials. Other bacteria strains can also be used if required.
- The samples are exposed to indoor light for a set duration, after which viable bacteria are extracted from the test and control materials and enumerated.
- The antibacterial activity of the photocatalyst after indoor light illumination is calculated according to criteria in the standard.
- The antibacterial effect is also assessed in the dark and incorporated into the calculations.
Sample submission
We will provide you with a quote based on the number of samples and number of bacteria strains you wish to test. Flat, square (50 mm x 50 mm) samples no more than 10 mm thick are preferred, but other sizes and shapes may be used.
Turnaround Time
We aim to report your results within 4 weeks of receiving samples.
Third Party Validation
On passing this test, the product can be labelled as having been tested by airmid healthgroup to BS ISO 22196:2011 in support of any claim relating to the test and data received.
“The quality of the third party data we received from airmid healthgroup helped us showcase our innovative strategy of licensing this novel technology at a prestigious international scientific event, the European Innovation Convention. Ultimately this will allow us add value and differentiate our customer offerings through a focus on health and indoor air quality.”
Mr. Robert Hickson, MD of VitrA Ireland