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Armatrex Spray-On Antimicrobial Solution Can Enhance Biosecurity Measures

Merck Animal Health announced the commercial availability of silane quaternary ammonium salt (Armatrex), an EPA-registered, spray-on antimicrobial solution, as part of a partnership agreement with Good Salt Life LLC, the product’s manufacturer. Merck Animal Health will market the product in the United States.

Armatrex is an odorless, colorless and non-toxic solution that creates an invisible and durable barrier to inhibit the growth of bacteria, fungi, mold and algae. The barrier provides up to 90 days of protection and antimicrobial activity and can enhance biosecurity when used with cleaning and disinfecting protocols.

“The importance of biosecurity and protecting animals and property from disease spread is a top concern for consumers and producers alike,” said Justin Welsh, DVM, the executive director of livestock technical services at Merck Animal Health. “Directly aligned with our strategy of prevention, we are excited to partner with Good Salt Life to provide this innovative product, because biosecurity and pathogen control are essential parts of the food supply chain.”

Maintaining clean environments is the start of keeping animals healthy, added Adrian Fulle, the president and CEO of Good Salt Life. “Armatrex gives producers and other animal health stakeholders an easy-to-use tool that works long after it’s applied. We’re excited to work with Merck Animal Health to provide this technology to market and help improve biosecurity across animal health facilities.”

Dr. Welsh explained the spray can be used to meet biosecurity needs in various animal health settings.

Armatrex is available in 1-, 5-, or 55-gallon presentations from Merck or its distributors. The ready-to-use formulation does not require mixing or measuring and can be applied with induction-charged technology to provide uniform coverage of treated surfaces, decreasing product waste. It does not cause microbial adaptation, resistance or mutation. MeV

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