Microban International, Ltd., a leader in textile odor control and prevention, has appointed leading textile chemical manufacturer Texchem as a United Kingdom distributor. Texchem will distribute Microban’s entire range of odor control and anti-microbial solutions, including the AEGIS product line, to apparel, furnishings, home textile, technical textile and healthcare retailers and brands in the U.K. and to their manufacturers.
This partnership will ensure the seamless integration of Microban’s full portfolio of innovative odor control and anti-microbial technologies into the global supply chains of UK brands and retailers through technical excellence, field support, global regulatory assistance, service and education, said the company.
The appointment of Texchem is the latest step in Microban’s ongoing efforts to expand the company’s sales presence in European markets and develop close ties with more production facilities across the globe. It will also allow Microban to provide enhanced customer service through more regional support and faster turnaround times.
“As a leader in our industry, it’s critical that we work with companies who share our commitment to high-tech innovation and excellent customer service,” said Wayne Aaron, managing director of Texchem UK Ltd. “We were attracted to Microban based not only on the breadth, range and efficacy of their textile odor control solutions, but also by their global reputation and brand strength and research and development capabilities. We believe this partnership offers an excellent synergy to successfully promote and sell high value odor control and anti-microbial solutions in the UK textile market and beyond.”
