| 摘要 |
An antimicrobial handle system comprising a handle and an antimicrobial component in communication with the handle to impart antimicrobial properties thereto. According to particular aspects of the invention, the antimicrobial component may be in the form of an antimicrobial material integrally formed with the handle; a handle portion made from an antimicrobial material and removably connected to the handle; an antimicrobial coating disposed on the handle; a film disposed on the handle; an ion generator arrangement in communication with the handle; a sterilizing gas generator in communication with the handle; a sterilizing corona generator in communication with the handle; an antimicrobial lightsource in communication with the handle; a fluid dispenser to dispense an antimicrobial fluid onto the handle; or a combination thereof. The antimicrobial component may include an active oxygen releasing material; an active ozone, UV light, Halide gas, silver ion, or Halide ion releasing material; an antimicrobial fluid; or a photoactive material that exhibits antimicrobial properties when exposed to a light source. Other antimicrobial components are also contemplated in accordance with the principles of the present invention. |
