Steels coated with the AgION® antimicrobial compound from AK Coatings, a subsidiary of AK Steel, suppress the growth of bacteria, molds, fungi and other microbes. These versatile antimicrobial-coated steels are ideal for consumer and industrial applications in appliance, construction, food processing, food equipment, HVAC and medical markets—anywhere the growth of bacteria, molds and fungi may be a concern.

The AgION antimicrobial coating is a polymer-based film coating. AK Coatings can coat one or both sides of the product with the AgION antimicrobial compound. For example, a standard pigmented coating may be applied to one side of the steel and a clear, epoxy coating containing the AgION compound may be applied to the other side.