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DuPont Corian®
Path• Corian® vs. Other Materials
– granite– laminate– glass– Corian® properties
• Safety benefits• References• Why Corian® makes sense for healthcare• Hospital & Corian®• Benefits
• Tile is harder• Laminate is cheaper• Wood is cheaper• Stainless steel is more durable• Epoxy is more chemical resistant
Why choose Corian® when....
A Balance of Properties
• Durable yet easy to maintain• Hard but not brittle• Hard yet machinable• Flexible but not flimsy• Chemical resistant yet attractive• Tough yet attractive• Wear resistant yet machinable
Composition 100% solid … a blend of natural minerals and
high- performance acrylics. Consistent colour and pattern run all the way thru
cannot wear away.
Aesthetics Over 80 colours of various textures.
Rich visual translucency.
Design Can be cut, formed, inlayed,
Versatility carved, routed and thermoformed to
create unlimited, unique designs.
Corian® sinks available to create colour-
coordinated, seamless looking countertops
CORIAN® VS GRANITE
Igneous rock forms,
feldspar and mica.
The color and pattern run thru entire thickness - BUT may be inconsistent.
Mostly dark colours - no solid or whites.
Varies in tone and texture.
Shiny surface
Limited design versatility.
No granite sink. Sink installation creates visible seams
Ease of Easy to clean, with no openCleaning seams to trap dirt.
Non-porous surface resist stains because liquid can’t penetrate.
Durability/ Nicks, cuts and scratchesRenewability removed with ordinary
abrasive cleaner or sand paper.
Corian® is renewable-the colour and pattern run all the way thru.
Value Like new appearance with min. maintenance.
The brand consumers have known and trusted for more
than 30 years.
Warranty Backed by a 10-year limited
warranty
CORIAN® VS GRANITE
Porous surface can stain.
Visible seams trap dirt and are difficult to clean.
Scratches are hard to remove. Professional care required.
Nicks, cuts and cracks may not be repairable.
Must be professionally resealed and repolished.
Requires professional care.
Requires underlayment-adds to installation cost
May need replacement when damage occurs.
No warranty unless provided by installer
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Tile Granite Marble Laminate Corian®
Impact Resistance of Typical Surfacing Materials
• Last Longer• Larger Overhangs / Spans• Low Maintenance / Housekeeping Costs, Like
New Appearance• Thermoformable• Repairability Reduces Cost
Impact Of Properties On Design Freedom
FILLER
ACRYLIC
• Strong• Stain and wear
resistant• Impact resistant• UV light resistant
Corian® Is A Composite
The Safety Benefits of Corian®
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Smoke Toxicity
Corian® Has National Sanitation Foundation
(NSF 51) “Food Contact”
Approval
Comparing Porosity
• Stains• Bacteria• Fungus• HIV• Radioactive Compounds
Surface Contamination
Corian® is the only material which will not be contaminated by above substances
Life Cycle Cost Analysis
Poor ImageMaintenance
Cleaning Replacement
Initial Purchase
Initial Purchase Cleaning MaintenancePoor Image Replacement
• Total Cost = Purchase Price + Cost to Use
Total Corian® Value
Renewability
Product Life
Life Cycle Cost
Ease of Care
Appearance
Why CORIAN® makes sense for healthcare applications
Easy to cleanThe smooth continuous surfaces of Corian® are exceptionallyeasy to clean and maintain. Spills can be wiped up quickly
before staining occurs. And there is no grout to trap soil.
Non-porousCorian® is inert and non-porous so it can’t support the growth ofmold, mildew and bacteria
DurableCorian® is tough and long-lasting. And if nicks and scratches dooccur, Corian® solid surfaces are completely renewable
Why CORIAN® makes sense for healthcare applications
Saves time and resourcesCorian® can be easily installed over existing, sound tile, savingremoval and replacement costs.
Attractive yet practicalCorian® can be thermoformed, inlaid, etched and carved, itoffers endless design possibilities to help achieve a warm,comfortable atmosphere
Meets codes and restrictionsCorian® is an excellent choice for ADA-compliant designs. Itcan be molded and formed, it can be used in areas that need toaccommodate wheelchairs, with no sharp edges or corners.
Healthcare Applications
Worktops at nurses’ stations and other reception areas
Windowsills and wainscotingWay-findingpatient and public restroom vanities and bowlsTables, laboratory sinks and work surfacesSlabs and cladding for mortuariesPharmacy counters and staining benches for
histology labscafeteria counters and tablesOperating room walls and surfaces
CORIAN ® OFFERING - AB™ Sheets
• Corian® AB™ - Antibacterial Protection for the Commercial Environment– Standard features of Corian®– Provides a built-in anti-bacterial protection 24 hours a day– The unique anti-bacteria agent in Corian® AB™ is DuPont’s patented
manufacturing process, evenly disperses throughout Corian® AB™. – Tests have shown that Corian® AB™, with its highly effective bacteria-
fighting ingredient, kills most common bacteria– This anti-bacterial protection is built-in from top to bottom, all the way
through the material, it won’t wear away with usage or repeated cleaning.– Can stand up to most demanding conditions, while providing highly
effective anti-bacteria protection– Especially suitable for healthcare facilities and food service areas, where
cleanliness is the absolute priority.
CORIAN ® APPLICATIONS - HEALTHCARE
Charlotte Medical Centre, USA
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago,USA
Juliana’s Children Hospital, Netherlands
Apolline Dental, UK
Adelaide Dental Hospital, Australia
Habor UCLA, USA
Global Hospital, Hyderabad
References (Commercial)
• Healthcare/Laboratory– Global Hospital, Hyderabad
• Operating Rooms # 1 & 2– Walls + Roof (Corian® Cameo White)
• 6 Laboratories• Reception• Nurses workstations• Total Requirements approx 6000 sq ft
– Escorts Heart Research Institute , New Delhi• Heart Command Station (Nurses Workstations etc)• Patient Rooms
– Apollo Hospital, Hyderabad• Tabletop in VIP Rooms
– Various Dental Clinics– Hindustan Lever Ltd, Silvassa– Johnson & Johnson A/P Regional laboratory, Mumbai
References (Commercial)• Food Service
– McDonalds (North India)– Domino’s (all India)– TGIF, Bangalore
• Hospitality– Taj Residency, Bangalore– Le MeridienLodging, Pune– Vasant Continental, Delhi– ITC Grand Kakatiya– Grand Hyatt
• Education– Kodai International School,
Kodaikanal
• Transportation– Austrian Airlines, New Delhi– Oberoi Flight Kitchen, Mumbai– Toyota showroom, Hyderabad
• Corporate Offices– Gillette, Gurgaon– Nestle, Gurgaon– Sterling Infotech, Chennai– Blueshift, TIDEL Park(Chennai)– Vam Organics, Delhi– Lafarge, Mumbai
• Banking– HSBC, Delhi/Mumbai– PNB, Tech Park, Hyderabad
Hospital & Corian®
Critical Success Factors
• Value Based management
• Continuous improvement at every level of operation
• Pioneers in managed care in India
• High standards of hygiene
Requirements
• High standards of hygiene
• Relaxing not “cold” look for the patients
• Non reactive product
• Cannot harbour bacteria or dirt
• Sterile environment
• Reputable product which will perform in adverse environment
Role of DuPont Corian® • Corian® is non-porous
– No micro-cavities to harbour pathogens
• Maintenance costs reduced by using Corian®– Product is repairable
• Enhance aesthetics– Over 90 colours– Thermoformability of Corian® means no design is too complex
• DuPont is the leader in safety and environmental stewardship– Almost 200 years of experience in this field
• 100% peace of mind with safe and reusable product– No off-gassing– Reusable product
Benefits to Hospital
• World class product
• Assured after-sales service
• Cost effective– Reduced maintenance cost– Peace of mind
• Specified product in leading hospitals globally
By using the product, Hospital can
differentiate itself in the healthcare industry in India