SWRD & SHYLD has developed a robust patent providing clear competitive advantages and protection in the antimicrobial technology space. Our patents uniquely cover our proprietary methods, ensuring a comprehensive and defensible intellectual property.
Our antimicrobial solution is fully compliant with global regulatory frameworks, including FDA (U.S.), EPA (U.S.), and EFSA (EU). This clear regulatory pathway enables rapid adoption across global markets, significantly reducing entry barriers and risks.
Total Addressable Market (TAM): $70 billion annually
Serviceable Available Market (SAM): $10 billion annually
Serviceable Obtainable Market (SOM): $50-$100 million annually within 3-5 years.
These validated metrics demonstrate significant potential.
SWRD & SHYLD offers a highly scalable business model leveraging established manufacturing methods and affordable raw materials. Our solutions integrate seamlessly across various industries and applications, facilitating rapid scale-up and widespread market penetration
Our dedicated, family-founded team combines business experience with the University of Surrey’s scientific expertise. Positioning SWRD & SHYLD for rapid growth, effective decision-making, and long-term success.
A patented nanocomposite powder that destroys pathogens on contact and under light — without leaching, without heavy metals, and without compromise.
| Feature | Swrd & Shyld | Typical Antimicrobials |
|---|---|---|
| Metal-free | ✅ Yes | ❌ Rarely |
| Ambient-light activation | ✅ Yes | ❌ Rare |
| Leaching-free action | ✅ Yes | ❌ Often leach |
| Self-cleaning | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Food & Medical applications Safe | ✅ Yes | ❌ Rarely |
| Eco-friendly | ✅ Yes | ❌ Rarely |
| Self-sterilising | ✅ Yes | ❌ Rarely |
| Hardwearing | ✅ Yes | ❌ Rarely |
| Never decays | ✅ Yes | ❌ Rarely |
| Standard Manufacturing processes | ✅ Yes | ❌ Sometimes not |
| Industry | Product Examples | Application Methods |
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | Hospital bed rails, surgical instruments, IV stands, wall panels, overbed tables, wound dressings, respirator components | Spray coating, dip coating, resin embedding, powder coating, composite molding |
| Medical Devices | Catheter housings, diagnostic device shells, dental tools, orthopedic implants (non-internal), tubing surfaces | Polymer compounding, surface coating, injection molding with additive masterbatch |
| Food Processing & Packaging | Conveyor belts, cutting boards, packaging films, container linings, prep surfaces, gloves, meat trays | Masterbatch incorporation, extruded film layers, dip coating, spray coating, solvent casting |
| Textiles & PPE | Reusable masks, lab coats, gowns, upholstery, curtains, air filters, shoe linings, uniforms | Dip coating, binder-assisted impregnation, plasma-assisted finishing, fiber spinning with additive |
| Consumer Electronics | Phone cases, keyboards, touchscreens, earbuds, remote controls, wearables | Spray coating, printed overlays, UV-curable lacquer, molded-in compounds |
| Transportation | Train seats, tray tables, armrests, steering wheels, air vents, dashboard controls, interior panels | Coated plastics, painted surfaces, thermoformed sheets, dip-coated handles |
| HVAC & Filtration | Air filters, ducts, grilles, HVAC vents, fan housings, filter membranes, AC drip trays | Sprayed coatings, impregnated filter media, dip coated metal/plastics, binder-treated fiber mats |
| Construction & Interiors | Wall paints, flooring sealants, bathroom tiles, switches, door handles, counters, stair rails | Paint additive, resin-infused composite panels, varnish coating, sealants with dispersed powder |
| Public Infrastructure | Elevator buttons, escalator railings, ticketing kiosks, benches, bollards, ATM touchpads | Spray-applied coating, anti-fingerprint varnish, dipped aluminum/polycarbonate, molded polymer |
| Retail & Commercial | Checkout counters, shopping trolley handles, vending machines, credit card terminals | Topcoat application, embedded plastics, anti-bacterial laminate film |
| Office & Education | Desk surfaces, keyboards, mousepads, drawer handles, partitions, whiteboards | Paints with additive, roll-on coatings, dip-coating of plastics, lamination with treated layers |
| Hospitality | Hotel door handles, lift controls, remote controls, tray tables, public restrooms | Spray coating, brushed-on lacquer, dip-coating of metal/plastic, additive in finish coat |
| Home Goods | Bathroom accessories, light switches, kitchen utensils, door knobs, storage bins, dish racks | Embedded in polymer, varnish coating, spray application, mold-in-color compound |
| Water Treatment | Filter housings, pipes, tank liners, filtration membranes, portable water units | Sprayed coating, liner formulation, laminated composite materials, sintered filtration media |
| Military & Tactical Gear | Boot soles, packs, hard cases, helmet linings, hydration systems | Powder additive in polymers, anti-fungal surface coat, dip-treated components |
| Agriculture | Glove linings, produce packaging, irrigation pipes, food storage bins, greenhouse plastics | Coated films, molded-in polymers, spray-treated bins and liners |
| Pet Care | Feeding mats, pet bowls, grooming tools, bedding fabrics, litter boxes | Polymer compounding, dip-coating, laminated layers, embedded into silicone |
| Cosmetics & Personal Care | Toothbrush handles, razors, beauty cases, mirrors, reusable applicators | Surface lacquer, silicone overmold with additive, antimicrobial plastic resin |
Antimicrobial protection is expected on all products. We offer a fantastic solution that:
✔️ Delivers long-term efficacy without metals
✔️ Avoids regulatory pitfalls
✔️ Self cleaning & Sterilising
Patent filed: Covers composition, mechanism, and production method.
We’re always looking for great partners.