In clean rooms, hospital environments, and microbiological work areas, the surfaces of shared lab equipment — including glove box holders — are themselves potential contamination vectors between cleaning cycles. The Heathrow Scientific Anti-Microbial Glove Box Holder (HS23491A) uses the same modular HIPS construction as the standard holder (120258) with one key addition: Microban® antimicrobial additive built into the polymer that continuously inhibits the growth of bacteria and molds on the holder surface between cleaning cycles. Blue color for visual identification of antimicrobial-treated surfaces in facilities that use color coding to distinguish clean and standard surfaces. Pack of 3. Wall-mount, hardware included. For environments where standard HIPS holders are insufficient.
Features and Benefits
Microban® antimicrobial additive — inhibits bacteria and mold growth between cleanings — Microban is integrated into the HIPS polymer during manufacture, not applied as a surface coating that wears off; the antimicrobial activity is present throughout the material and inhibits the growth of bacteria and molds on the surface between cleaning cycles; this is not a replacement for cleaning — it is an additional barrier between scheduled cleaning events
Blue color — visual identification of antimicrobial-treated surfaces — facilities using color-coded surface management to distinguish antimicrobial-treated from standard surfaces can designate Blue as the antimicrobial color; Blue holders at the point of use provide immediate visual confirmation that the antimicrobial specification has been met without checking procurement records
HIPS construction — resistant to harsh cleaning solutions — same HIPS base material as the standard modular holder; resists bleach, IPA, and aggressive disinfectants used in hospital and cleanroom cleaning protocols; the Microban additive does not reduce chemical resistance or cleaning compatibility
Modular, stackable, wall-mount — same form factor as standard holder — identical dimensions and mounting hardware to the standard modular holder (120258); use alone or stack horizontally; mounting screws included; 10×6.1×3.8 in per unit, pack of 3
Specifications
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| SKU | HS23491A |
| Antimicrobial Treatment | Microban® — integrated polymer additive |
| Dimensions per Unit (L × W × H) | 10 × 6.1 × 3.8 in (25.4 × 15.6 × 9.7 cm) |
| Material | HIPS with Microban® additive |
| Color | Blue |
| Mount Type | Wall-mount, screws included |
| Quantity | Pack of 3 |
| Price | $135.00 / pack of 3 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
Laboratory Applications
Cleanroom Glove Dispensing — ISO-Classified Environments — ISO 5–8 cleanrooms where surface bioburden control between cleaning cycles is part of the contamination control strategy; antimicrobial holders reduce surface bioburden contribution during the intervals between scheduled cleanroom cleaning events
Hospital Patient Care Areas — Infection Control Programs — patient care units and procedure rooms where infection control programs specify antimicrobial-treated surfaces for shared equipment; Blue color supports visual compliance verification during infection control rounds
Microbiological Laboratories — BSL-2 and Containment Environments — BSL-2 labs where all surfaces in the containment zone are subject to contamination control protocols; the Microban additive provides continuous between-cleaning protection on a surface that is touched by gloved hands throughout the work day
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Microban® replace routine cleaning?
No. Microban antimicrobial treatment inhibits the growth of bacteria and molds on the holder surface between scheduled cleaning events — it is an additional protective measure, not a substitute for cleaning. The holder should be cleaned on the same schedule as other surfaces in the environment according to your facility's cleaning and disinfection SOP. Microban reduces the rate of surface bioburden accumulation between cleanings; cleaning removes the bioburden that does accumulate.
Is the Microban additive safe for use near pharmaceutical products and biological materials?
Microban is integrated into the holder polymer and does not leach or transfer to surfaces that contact the holder. It is not a chemical applied to the holder surface that could transfer to gloves or products. Microban-treated products are widely used in healthcare and pharmaceutical environments. Consult your facility's materials management policy if there are specific restrictions on antimicrobial additives in your environment.
Quality Assurance
Heathrow Scientific Anti-Microbial Glove Box Holders are manufactured from HIPS with Microban® antimicrobial additive integrated during polymer processing. Antimicrobial efficacy is tested per ISO 22196 (antimicrobial activity of plastics). HIPS chemical resistance is appropriate for standard cleanroom and hospital disinfectants. Each pack of 3 includes mounting hardware for all three units.
Academic and Institutional Pricing
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