Purple copper water pipes have a strong ability to sterilize and disinfect. A biological investigation shows that E. coli bacteria in the water supply do not continue to grow in copper pipes; more than 99% of the bacteria in the water disappear on their own five hours after entering the copper pipes. This outstanding biological performance lies in the fact that there are traces of copper ions dissolved in the water in the copper piping, and copper ions have a powerful sterilization ability.
So what is the role of copper in public places?
Every day, frequently touched surfaces pose a health risk to people in public places, especially the most vulnerable populations in healthcare. In fact, at any given time, 7 out of every 100 hospitalized patients will contract at least one healthcare-acquired or hospital-acquired infection.
Copper has natural antimicrobial properties that kill up to 99.9% of bacteria on surfaces within two hours of contact and slow the spread of disease.
How copper kills bacteria
Because of its powerful antimicrobial properties, copper kills bacteria in a sequential manner;
First, copper ions on the surface are recognized by the bacteria as essential nutrients and enter the cell.
Then, lethal doses of copper ions interfere with normal cellular functions.
Finally, copper binds to enzymes that prevent the cell from breathing, feeding, digesting or producing energy.
This rapid killing mechanism prevents cells from replicating on copper surfaces and significantly reduces the number of bacteria on the surface.
Antimicrobial copper is effective against bacteria that cause common illnesses, such as staph infections and E. coli, which causes foodborne illnesses. The metal constantly kills bacteria and never wears out.
In addition to bacteria, researchers are currently studying the effect of copper on the virus that causes COVID-19. A previous study showed that SARS-CoV-2 was completely destroyed on copper surfaces within four hours, compared to 24 hours on cardboard and up to three days on plastic and stainless steel surfaces. Pre-pandemic studies have also demonstrated the ability of copper to kill other coronaviruses.
Copper applications
Organizations around the world have deployed antimicrobial copper solutions in connection with hospitals, fitness centers, public transportation systems, schools, professional sports teams, office buildings, restaurants and more.
To date, antimicrobial copper has been installed in more than 300 healthcare facilities worldwide. According to an independent study by York University, Health Economics Alliance, the payback period for installing copper fittings is just two months, taking into account the reduced costs associated with shorter patient hospital stays and treatment times.
While many hospitals and other institutions are already using copper fittings, others remain unaware of its impactful properties.
With increased awareness, copper can be a simple but effective material to help control the spread of infection.
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