What is ADR Technology?
The ADR Technology involves coating
the surface with a dielectric composite solution, which, once dry, forms
a physically active protective layer. Its unique properties result from
the presence of trapped water molecules acting as dipoles – water has been
a key element of the ADR Technology from the outset.
This layer screens out the low-frequency (50–60
Hz) electric field by absorption, rather than reflection, as with metals, without the need for grounding or the use of
conductive materials.
It also absorbs some of the energy of higher
frequencies without interfering with the operation of radio, Wi-Fi, or mobile devices. As a result of the cyclic
accumulation and discharge of spatial electric charge (the
Maxwell–Wagner–Sillars effect), an environment is created on the surface
that is hostile to microorganisms.
Viruses, bacteria, and mould are reduced
by over 99%, a unique achievement on a global scale.
The mechanism is entirely physical –
without the use of biocides, metal oxides, or chemicals requiring registration. This
ensures that ADR products remain safe and compliant with regulations.
ADR System technology is passive and safe –
it requires no energy or additional installations, and the impregnated
surface retains its full functionality.
It can be used in many products:
·
impregnants for walls, textiles, bedding
·
protective masks
· packaging materials – e.g., cardboard boxes and films for food, mineral water, and juice
ADR Technology – an innovative, safe, and scientifically proven
solution for product and health protection.
Effect confirmed by research
The effectiveness of ADR technology has been confirmed by independent laboratories:
Key features of ADR technology
- Exclusively physical mechanism – no biocides and no grounding required
- Passive and permanent action – no power supply or special installation required
- Compatibility with materials – can be used on plastered and emulsion-painted brick walls, as well as on fabrics, non-woven materials and roofing membranes
- Dermatologically tested – non-irritating (J.S. Hamilton)
- International patent protection – Europe, USA, China, Brazil
How does ADR System technology work? – mechanism of work
Earlier shielding methods were based on conductive materials (sheet metal, mesh) that suppressed interference by reflection at the air-metal interface (impedance mismatch) and absorption of energy into the screen (skin effect). Near sources with a dominant electric field, conductors provided strong attenuation mainly through reflection, while for low-frequency magnetic fields, only materials with high magnetic permeability were effective. Grounding was not a prerequisite for shielding itself – charge redistribution also occurred in a ‘floating’ (ungrounded) screen – but grounding improved potential stability and practical safety.
ADR Technology has introduced a new approach: the absorption of the electrical component in a dielectric composite containing water. Water molecules trapped in the pores undergo polarisation and dielectric relaxation at both low and high frequencies. The finer the porous structure, the greater the surface area and the stronger the role of adsorbed ions and the first rigid water dipoles near the surface. As a result, water molecules react over a wide frequency range – from very low frequencies to the infrared band and the visible spectrum. Water in visible light practically does not absorb energy; strong absorption only occurs above the UV range and further into the spectrum.
This phenomenon leads to the cyclical accumulation and discharge of spatial charge (the Maxwell–Wagner–Sillars effect), which creates an environment unfavourable to microorganisms.
From ceramics to Impregnators
Aluminosilicate hydrate and stabiliser solutions were introduced, creating a multi-phase material with a wide range of possibilities for adaptation to different matrices. The key was to select an impregnating agent that would work effectively with both mineral and textile substrates, while maintaining the shielding effects previously observed in ceramics – and even achieving better results.