In the ever-evolving landscape of food production, hygiene is not a goal – it's a non-negotiable foundation. For manufacturers operating in environments with high microbiological risk, the effectiveness of drainage systems plays a critical role in ensuring operational continuity, regulatory compliance, and brand integrity. Recognizing these challenges, ATT has introduced AgATT – a patented, science-driven antimicrobial coating developed in cooperation with the Faculty of Chemistry at the Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland.
The antimicrobial mechanism of AgATT lies in its controlled and localized interaction between silver and microorganisms. By immobilizing silver within microporous structures, the coating maintains continuous and long-lasting activity without leaching or losing potency. Laboratory testing has confirmed AgATT’s effectiveness against a wide spectrum of bacteria and fungi, including those responsible for biofilm formation and persistent contamination.
This is not just another antimicrobial additive – AgATT is the result of interdisciplinary R&D, material innovation, and industrial application. Its integration into ATT drainage systems aligns with the stringent hygiene demands of next-generation food processing facilities and provides an invisible but powerful layer of defense in some of the industry’s most contamination-prone zones.
Application Where It Matters Most
Unlike general-purpose coatings, AgATT targets hard-to-clean, high-risk areas that are often overlooked or underserved by conventional sanitation protocols. Examples include:
- Narrow gaps between flooring and drainage components
- Channel terminations and joints
- Internal siphon surfaces and edges
- All zones with exposure to organic residues or limited mechanical access
These are precisely the locations where bacterial growth can thrive if left untreated. By introducing AgATT into these zones, ATT offers a solution that actively reduces microbial load, suppresses biofilm development, and enhances the overall sanitary integrity of production areas.
Why ATT Developed AgATT?
At ATT, we understand the realities of industry floor design. Our experience in stainless steel drainage and infrastructure has shown us that certain problems cannot be solved by mechanical engineering alone. Hygiene is one of them.
By integrating AgATT into selected drainage components, we go beyond the conventional boundaries of product design. We introduce active hygiene – protection that continues to work between cleaning cycles, precisely where traditional tools and chemicals struggle to reach.
This approach is already inspired by broader industry trends. Silver-based antimicrobial technologies are well established in sectors such as cosmetics and textiles. ATT is proud to be among the first to adapt this proven science to industrial drainage systems, making it accessible, safe, and effective for food and beverage plants worldwide.
