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Determining the Resistance of Paints and Coatings to Algal Growth
This document describes a method to determine the resistance of paints and coatings to the growth of photosynthetic microorganisms and the effectiveness of biocides (preservatives) that might be used in them. Samples are inoculated with defined suspensions of microorganisms and then incubated. The changes in the size of the populations both over time and in treated compared with untreated materials are used to describe the basic antimicrobial properties of the materials. The results obtained may not describe the performance of the treated materials under normal conditions of use.
A Method for the Evaluation of Biocidal Compounds in Aqueous-Based Lithographic Fountain Solutions
This document describes a method for determining the basic efficacy of biocidal active substances in Lithographic Fountain solutions and is intended for the generation of data to enable registration of active substances.
A Method for Determining the Basic Efficacy of Biocidal Active Substances used as Slimicides in Aqueous-Based Paper Pulps
This document describes a method for determining the basic efficacy of biocidal active substances in aqueous based paper pulps and is intended for the generation of data to enable registration of active substances. Samples containing the active substance under test are inoculated with defined suspensions of microorganisms and then incubated. The changes in the size of the populations over time are used to determine the basic antimicrobial properties of the active substances being evaluated. It is important to note that the results obtained may not describe the performance of the active substance under normal conditions of use.
A Method for Determining the Basic Efficacy of Biocidal Active Substances used in Aqueous- Based Cooling Fluids to Prevent the Formation of Bacterial Biofilms
This document describes a method for determining the basic efficacy of biocidal active substances in aqueous based Cooling fluids and is intended for the generation of data to enable registration of active substances. Samples containing the active substance under test are inoculated with defined suspensions of microorganisms and then incubated. The changes in the size of the populations over time are used to determine the basic antimicrobial properties of the active substances being evaluated. It is important to note that the results obtained may not describe the performance of the active substance under normal conditions of use.
A Method for Determining the Basic Efficacy of Biocidal Active Substances used in Aqueous-Based Cooling Fluids for their Protection in Use
This document describes a method for determining the basic efficacy of biocidal active substances in aqueous-based cooling fluids and is intended for the generation of data to enable registration of active substances. Samples containing the active substance under test are inoculated with defined suspensions of microorganisms as consortia and then incubated. The changes in the size of the populations over time are used to determine the basic antimicrobial properties of the active substances being evaluated. It is important to note that the results obtained may not describe the performance of the active substance under normal conditions of use.
A Method for Determining the Basic Efficacy of Biocidal Active Substances used in Aqueous-Based Metalworking Fluids for their Protection in Use.
This document describes a method for determining the basic efficacy of biocidal active substances in aqueous based metalworking fluids and is intended for the generation of data to enable registration of active substances. Samples containing the active substance under test are repeatedly inoculated with defined suspensions of microorganisms and then incubated. The changes in the size of the populations over time are used to determine the basic antimicrobial properties of the active substances being evaluated. It is important to note that the results obtained may not describe the performance of the active substance under normal conditions of use. Version 1.04 Clarification of statistical methods, definition of growth and addition of Gram Positive bacterium to consortium.
A Method for Determining the Basic Efficacy of Biocidal Active Substances used to Preserve Aqueous-Based Products
This document describes a method for determining the basic efficacy of biocidal active substances for in-can preservation in aqueous based products and is intended for the generation of data to enable registration of active substances. Samples containing the active substance under test are repeatedly inoculated with defined suspensions of microorganisms and then incubated. The changes in the size of the populations over time are used to determine the basic antimicrobial properties of the active substances being evaluated. It is important to note that the results obtained may not describe the performance of the active substance under normal conditions of use. Version 2.0 Typographical corrections. Version 3.0 Correction of volumes stated in neutraliser validation method and revision of definition of minimum levels of growth.
A Method for Determining the Basic Efficacy of Biocidal Active Substances used in Polymer Dispersions
This document describes a method for determining the basic efficacy of biocidal active substances in polymer dispersions and is intended for the generation of data to enable registration of active substances.
A Method for Determining the Basic Efficacy of Biocidal Active Substances used in Aqueous- Based Paints
This document describes a method for determining the basic efficacy of biocidal active substances in aqueous based paints and is intended for the generation of data to enable registration of active substances. Version 1.02 Clarification of statistical methods, definition of growth and addition of Gram Positive bacterium to consortium.
Quantitative Method for Evaluating Bactericidal Activity of Textiles and Porous Materials and Articles
This document describes a method to determine the basic antibacterial properties of textiles and porous materials and articles treated with a biocide with the intension of introducing disinfectant / hygienic properties. Samples are inoculated with defined suspensions of microorganisms and then incubated. The changes in the size of the populations both over time and on treated compared with untreated materials are used to describe the basic antimicrobial properties of the materials. The results obtained may not describe the performance of the treated materials under normal conditions of use. Changes in v1.03 Typographical corrections.