HPFI® (High Point Furniture Industries) is pleased to announce that the Sentinel™ finish process is now included on all HPFI wood seating products.  Sentinel utilizes the antimicrobial, antibacterial agents of the silver ion process to help healthcare facilities in the battle against the spread of germs in public areas. It is included as a standard component of the wood finishing process and does not require any special order handling, specification or up-charge on any HPFI wood seating component.

  

Ionized silver compounds have shown a toxic effect on some bacteria, viruses, algae and fungi, typical for heavy metals like lead or mercury, but without the high toxicity to humans normally associated with these other metals.It is widely used in topical gels and even bandages because of its antimicrobial properties.

 

HPFI operates in two manufacturing facilities in High Point, North Carolina with over 440,000 square feet of manufacturing space.With roots in High Point, the furniture capital of the world, HPFI combines the skill and expertise of seasoned furniture craftspeople with modern day technology to deliver exceptional value to its customers.

 

For more information, please contact Tom Carrigan, Director of Marketing, 1104 Bedford Street, High Point, North Carolina27263, Telephone: 336-431-7101 Ext 2241, Fax: 336-431-0673, Email: TomC@hpfi.com.