spotLESS Materials' Liquid Entrenched Smooth Surface (LESS) coatings offer a revolutionary solution for maintaining clean toilets by repelling contaminants and reducing cleaning efforts. This one-step spray coating enhances hygiene and simplifies maintenance in high-traffic environments.
spotLESS Materials introduces its Liquid Entrenched Smooth Surface (LESS) coating technology, designed to revolutionize toilet maintenance by providing a one-step spray solution that repels solid human waste, urine, mineral deposits, and stains. This innovative coating significantly reduces the frequency and effort of cleaning, making it ideal for high-traffic facilities. LESS coatings enhance odor control and simplify maintenance routines, contributing to a more hygienic environment while reducing chemical usage by up to 87.5%.
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The technology is at TRL 9, indicating it is fully commercialized and deployed in real-world environments. The LESS coating has been validated in various settings, demonstrating its effectiveness and readiness for widespread adoption.
spotLESS is a venture that spun out of Penn State in 2019. Co-founded by researchers who published pioneering work on liquid-repellent surfaces, the company is dedicated to commercializing superhydrophobic and omniphobic coatings that are sustainable. They’ve gained recognition through innovation awards and press coverage (notably for their self-cleaning toilet coating demo) and have partnered with industries like automotive and facilities management for pilot projects.