The Cupron Difference

 

Independent, clinical, and in-house testing have consistently demonstrated Cupron technology's effectiveness.

 

Published clinical results and satisfied users around the world confirm that sleeping on Cupron Enhanced pillowcases consistently for 4 weeks results in a significant improvement in the following facial characteristics;

• Reduction of the appearance of  wrinkles (p<0.001)
• Reduction of the appearance of crows feet/fine lines (p<0.001)
• General improvement of skin appearance (p<0.001)

 

These results were documented in the scientific paper, "Improvement of facial skin characteristics using copper oxide containing pillowcases: a double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel, randomized study" by Borkow G., Gabbay J., Lyakhovitsky A., and Huszar M. This paper was published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science,2009 May 20. 

 

Based on independent research and subsequent publication, it is well documented that copper is a key player in many of the complicated processes that together comprise the wound repair mechanism. Specifically,

 

• Copper facilitates the generation of capillaries referred to as angiogenesis
• Copper induces the synthesis and stabilization of Collagen, Fibronectin, Elastin, and Integrin, key to the regeneration of dermis (skin)
• Copper induces Epidermis regeneration
• Copper protects wounds from infections, removing a key obstacle to wound healing

 

Scientifically, copper’s impact on the wound healing mechanisms is depicted in the following diagram: ⁽¹⁾ 

 

   

  ⁽¹⁾  Borkow, G., Gabbay, J., Dardik, R.,   Eidelman1, A.I., Lavie, Y., Grunfeld, Y., Ikher, S., Huszar, S., Zatcoff,

      R.C., and Marikovsky, M. (2010) Molecular mechanisms of enhanced wound healing by copper oxide

      impregnated dressings. Wound Repair and Regeneration. 18: 266-75.

Copper is an essential nutrient to the body for healthy living. It is primarily stored in the liver but small amounts are also found in all tissues in the body. Although only small amounts are required daily (1-2 mg for adults), copper plays a role in many key functions of the body’s healthy living, including the

 

• Growth, development, and maintenance of bone, connective tissue, brain, heart, and many other body organs.
• Absorption and utilization of iron.
• Synthesis and release of life sustaining proteins and enzymes which in turn produce cellular energy and regulate nerve transmission, blood clotting, and oxygen transport.
• Production of hemoglobin (red blood cells), collagen (component of bones and connective tissue), myelin (substance that surrounds nerve fibers), melanin (pigmentation), and elastin (connective tissue).
• Stimulation of the immune system to fight infections, repair injured tissues, and promote healing.

Copper is also becoming a vital treatment in many common health issues such as anemia, rheumatoid arthritis, and strokes.

 

Foods that contain copper include seafood (oysters, lobster, mussels, crab), organ meats (beef, liver, kidneys, hearts), enriched cereals (bran flakes, shredded wheat, raisin brain), fruits and vegetables (mushrooms, tomatoes, potatoes, bananas, and grapes), and nuts (cashews, macadamia, pecans, and pistachios).

 

Sources:

1.     University of Maryland Medical Center Article, www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/copper-000296.htm2.    The Benefits of Copper by Dr. George Obikoya, www.vitamins-nutrition.org/vitamins/copper.html

3.    Copper – An Essential Nutrient by Suzanne VanDeGrift,

       www.worldwidehealth.com/health-article-Copper-An-Essential-Nutrient.html

 

 

Because Cupron Technology is based on copper oxide, a natural, non-soluble form of copper, and copper is a required nutrient for healthier living, the body is generally capable of processing copper and maintaining proper copper levels. 

 

Cupron Technology has been independently tested, multiple times, in laboratory settings against generally accepted clinical test protocols utilizing standard Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) test conditions, and found to be non-toxic, non sensitizing, and non-irritating to the skin with no adverse events reported. Cupron Enhanced products tested include healthcare linens, socks, consumer bedding, wound dressing prototypes, and antiviral masks. 

 

Specific test results are maintained on file and available upon a qualified request.

 

Source:

The Benefits of Copper by Dr. George Obikoya, www.vitamins-nutrition.org/vitamins/copper.html 

At Cupron, we strongly believe in protecting our evolving Technology by aggressively developing, maintaining, and defending a broad patent estate of our intellectual property. This includes multiple issued patents and new patent pending applications focused primarily in three key areas; 1) Basic science of the Technology, 2) Techniques to integrate/bond the Cupron technology into a wide range of materials, and 3) Specific applications for Cupron Technology in the marketplace.

 

Additional information on the Cupron Patent estate is available upon a qualified request. 

One of the founding pillars of Cupron has been a commitment to an active research program in both the laboratory and clinical settings. This commitment to research has deepened our understanding of not only the science behind our Technology but also the most effective applications of Cupron Technology to enhance healthier living for everyone. To date our research program has directly resulted in the publication of over 20 scientific articles.  And this commitment to research remains active today. 

 

Please click the Scientific Data Link for the bibliography of published scientific articles.

One of the unique advantages of Cupron Technology is that it is easily added as an ingredient during the manufacturing process of textile fibers (woven and non woven), solid surfaces, and other polymers.  This ensures that our technology remains embedded in the product throughout the life of the product.

 

In an independent laboratory test, the durability/effectiveness of Cupron Technology was documented with a 50 industrial wash challenge per generally accepted wash protocol. It should be noted that a typical industrial wash cycle is much more severe on product than a typical consumer wash cycle due to higher temperatures, longer cycles, and chemicals used. Results of the challenge demonstrate that Cupron technology remains effective throughout the life of the product.

 

In an independent laboratory test, the durability/effectiveness of Cupron Technology was documented with a 50 medical-industrial wash challenge per generally accepted wash protocol. It should be noted that a typical consumer wash cycle is much more severe on textile products than a typical consumer wash due to higher temperatures, longer cycles, and chemicals used. Results of the challenge demonstrate that Cupron technology remains effective throughout the life of the product.

 

Results of 50 Industrial Wash Challenge
Organism	Time Exposed	Kill Rate
Staphylococcus Aureus	4 hours	>99.9%
Escherichia coli	4 hours	>99.9%
Candida Albicans	4 hours	>99.9%

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Additional test results are on file and available upon a qualified request.  

 

 

Cupron Technology begins with creating copper oxide powder by preparing natural, recycled, copper. This allows us to combine the copper oxide with a substrate material, like polyester, in a specific ratio, to form very small particles of what we call “Masterbatch”.  Masterbatch provides the flexibility to easily “add” Cupron Technology to a variety of fibers, solid surfaces, and polymers as a simple additive to the normal manufacturing process of the fiber, or polymer. The Cupron masterbatch is blended into the process of making the fiber or polymer at a specific concentration similar to adding other additives like color. There is virtually no change to existing manufacturing processes nor is there any special equipment required to incorporate Cupron Technology.

 

We continue to work with our business partners to expand the list of different materials that Cupron Technology can be successfully added to. This list includes polyester, nylon and polypropylene.

 

 

 

When you consider other metal ion technologies that are used as an antimicrobial (namely e.g. silver), only copper is also a nutrient that the body requires for healthy living. Because of this, copper has additional properties that provide skin enhancement and potential wound healing benefits, in addition to being non-toxic, non-sensitizing, and non-irritating to the skin. Combine this with the durability of a Cupron Enhanced product to maintain its effectiveness and it is clear that a Cupron Enhanced product provides more value at a competitive price than other metal ion technologies.

 

 

 

 

Cupron Technology is helping the environment by utilizing natural recycled, copper as its main ingredient.  Cupron Technology has been validated for use in a wide variety of materials and products by three EPA registrations, including two antimicrobial “treated article” registrations and one “public health” anti-dustmite registration.  In addition, copper has been used for thousands of years in our water supplies due to not only its properties but also because it is a stable mineral that is safe (non toxic) to the environment. In today’s environment, Copper tubing remains that primary choice for commercial/residential plumbing.