JONES product innovation takes one more step on our journey along the “green path” with the new and improved AM™ anti-microbial yarns. The antimicrobial protection for the 096004 and 506504 series yarns is based on the natural antibacterial properties of silver. Jones AM™ yarns are spun with fibers infused with silver nanoparticles. These extremely small particles are introduced into the polyester fiber during the extrusion process. The treatment is not topical so the protection lasts for the life of the yarn; it will not wear or wash off. Silver ions are non-leaching, environmentally-friendly, non-toxic, non-allergenic and are completely safe for human contact. AM™ yarns are ideal for wet and dry mopping applications in food service, healthcare and commercial facilities with limited laundering capabilities. Bacteria, molds and mildew contribute to “mop-rot”. By their very nature, when a mop cleans a floor it picks up organic matter, soil, food particles, mold, mildew and even bacteria laden particulate. AM™ yarns resist the growth of destructive microbes that cause mop odor, yarn discoloration, yarn staining and fiber breakdown.  Download additional information