SafeHandles™ announces that it will be featured in the May 20 and May 25 episodes of Innovations with Ed Begley Jr, airing on the Discovery Channel. SafeHandles™ was created to provide a passive, non-invasive, replaceable, and affordable germ protective device. This segment will teach viewers how SafeHandles™ incorporates custom-fit shrinkable sleeves and adhesives to promote hand hygiene in high traffic and common-use areas.
"At the core of SafeHandles is the desire to make a positive impact in our schools and communities by reducing the spread of illness through this innovative new technology and application," says John Bergenske, SafeHandles business and engineering manager. "We are just blown away by the interest now that people are starting to learn about us, and now this feature on Innovations TV – Wow!" continued Bergenske.
SafeHandles™ patent pending technologies include EPA approved antimicrobials that are proven to reduce the presence microorganisms that can cause illness. The products have been dermatologist and scientifically tested for safety and effectiveness. The company's products are applied to common touch points such as door levers, railings and push plates to reduce the spread of illness.
"SafeHandles™ has unlimited potential in providing a cleaner environment," says Kelly Fussell, producer for the Innovations series. "We are very excited to share this information with our audience."
SafeHandles is small science and technology company dedicated to dramatically increasing productivity by creating healthy environments through products that continuously reduce the presence of germs on their surface.
Innovations is an information-based series geared toward educating the public on the latest breakthroughs in all areas of society. Featuring practical solutions and important issues facing consumers and professionals alike, Innovations focuses on cutting-edge advancements in everything from health and wellness to global business, renewable energy, and more. DMG Productions (responsible for creating the Innovations show) includes personnel specialized in various fields from agriculture to medicine, independent films to regional news and more. Field producers work closely with experts in the field to develop stories.
Source: SafeHandles
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