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Based on proprietary PerQuat® chemistry, ViveStep™ is applied dry and designed to sanitize floors and boots — and reduce cross-contamination — in animal research facilities including those housing cows, swine, primates and rabbits.

Unlike bleach and other liquid footbath sanitizers, ViveStep has excellent material compatibility and won’t break down footwear. It also doesn’t increase the risk of slipping injuries. ViveStep is odorless and provides lasting protection with easily verifiable active ingredients that remain stable for up to 8 weeks with proper management.

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Material Compatibility

What are the Benefits of ViveStep?

Benefits of ViveStep:

Cross-contamination through footwear and facility entry points poses significant challenges for research facilities. ViveStep provides a reliable solution for entryway sanitation that addresses common concerns with traditional liquid footbath systems.

  • Reduces cross-contamination between facility areas
  • Eliminates slip hazards associated with liquid footbaths
  • Provides excellent material compatibility with footwear
  • Offers easily verifiable active ingredients
  • Maintains stability for up to 8 weeks with proper management

ViveStep can also reduce water consumption dramatically in your facility. Use the doorway foamer water calculator to see how much you can reduce your wasted water by switching to ViveStep!

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this product require water to activate?

ViveStep requires moisture to become active, but this does not have to come from added water. Generally, if there is enough active moisture in an environment to have microbial concerns, there is enough moisture to activate ViveStep to kill those organisms.

What's the Active Ingredient of the Vive Products?

The primary active ingredient in our ViveSecure and ViveStep is Sterilex’s patented PerQuat® technology.

The active ingredients in PerQuat technology are based on quaternary ammonium compounds (commonly referred to as quat) and Hydrogen Peroxide. The primary role of quat is to serve as a phase transfer agent, combining with the peroxide ion to form a “PerQuat” molecule.

Will this product impact my wastewater?

In almost all cases no. However, because Quaternary Ammonium is one of the active ingredients in Sterilex Ultra Step, there is potential for adverse downstream effects. When the amount to cause damage is calculated, it typically vastly exceeds the Sterilex Ultra Step quantity on site so there is no real risk of negative impacts.

What materials has ViveStep been shown to be compatible with?

  • 304 Stainless
  • 316 Stainless
  • Galvanized
  • Aluminum 6061
  • Dairy Brick
  • Flowcrete (Flowfresh HF)
  • Flowcrete (Flowfresh SL)
  • Epoxy-Coated Concrete Block
  • Acrylic-Coated Concrete Block
  • Sealed Concrete Block
  • Ceramic Tile

 

Does ViveStep Need to be Applied Directly to the floor?

No, Vivestep can either be directly applied to the floor or used in the footpan of your choice.

Does ViveStep Reduce Traction?

ViveStep does not reduce traction, and has even been shown to add traction in wet areas.

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