SURESIL SILICONE TUBING

Additional Information

What is Suresil?

SureSil is silicone milk tube containing a special silver biocide additive. It is technically known as an anti-microbial silicone. It is proven to prevent the growth of MRSA, Salmonella and E-Coli.  It is E-Coli which is  relevant to the dairy farmer and SureSil milk tube is a great tool in maintaining low bactoscan results.

It has no taste, no smell, non-toxic, non-leaching and non-corrosive with stable performance in temperature up to 200ºC.

How does it work?

As the bacteria or microbes make contact with the silicone surface, the bacteria absorb the free silver ions that then destroy the bacteria/microbes by breaking down their cell walls.  The silver ions inhibit the growth of any micro-organisms, deter it from contaminating or colonising it’s surface and provides ongoing protection.

How long does it last?

The silver ion additive is incorporated in the mix at the time of manufacturer and not just applied to the surface. This means performance is not effected by scratches, bumps and general wear and tear, and the anti-microbial properties last for the life time of the tube.  On average SureSil will last up to 2½ times that of rubber tubing, which is the same as standard silicone.

How much does it cost?

This is available in 14mm and 16mm milk tube in 10m and 20m lengths.  It is about 20% premium over standard silicone.

For easy fitting and maximum tube life, please follow the instructions below:

• Check the size is correct for the application and the length of run before cutting the tube.
• Remove all sharp and joggers edges which may come into contact with the tubing (e.g. claw and shell connection pipes).
• Avoid twisting or kinking the tube when fitting.
• Clean and sterilise the milk tubing after every milking in accordance with chemical suppliers instructions.
• Wet tube exterior before milking, power wash dung off during and after milking, wash with hot soapy water regularly.