Contec Professional is Proud to be an APIC Corporate Champion Partner

March 8, 2024— Contec Professional is proud to be a Corporate Champion partner with the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC). APIC is the leading association for infection prevention and control (IPC) professionals, with more than 15,000 infection preventionist (IP) members.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 633,000 hospitalized patients get healthcare associated infections (HAIs) each year and 72,000 die during their hospital stay. As an APIC Corporate Champion, Contec Professional stands behind APIC and their mission to advance the science and practice of infection control.

"Partnering with APIC as a Corporate Champion underscores our dedication to innovation and excellence in contamination control," said Tom Aglio, National Business Manager at Contec Professional. "Together, we are committed to advancing the science and practice of infection prevention, supporting healthcare professionals worldwide in their mission to reduce HAIs and safeguard patient health."

The APIC Corporate Champion program is a formal partnership between APIC and rising industry leaders with the shared vision of a safer world through the prevention of infection. The long-term relationships established with industry partners play an important role in supporting many of the educational initiatives and services that benefit the APIC’s membership, which includes, nurses, physicians, epidemiologists, microbiologists, and other infection prevention and control professionals.

“We are excited to welcome Contec as an APIC Corporate Champion,” said APIC CEO Devin Jopp, EdD. “Together, we can take great strides in creating a safer world through the prevention of infection.”

For more information on the APIC Corporate Champions program and our partners, visit apic.org/corporate-champion-program.

About APIC

Founded in 1972, the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) is the leading association for infection preventionists and epidemiologists. With more than 15,000 members, APIC advances the science and practice of infection prevention and control. APIC carries out its mission through research, advocacy, and patient safety; education, credentialing, and certification; and fostering development of the infection prevention and control workforce of the future. Together with our members and partners, we are working toward a safer world through the prevention of infection. Join us and learn more at apic.org.

About Contec, Inc

Contec, Inc. is the leading manufacturer of and partner for contamination control products in mission-critical cleaning environments around the world. Since 1988, Contec’s work has had significant impact when and where clean counts most, delivering positive outcomes to partners operating and innovating in the world’s most critical and evolving markets. Through commitment to quality and innovation and a customer-first approach, Contec brings effective solutions to cleanrooms, compounding operations, manufacturing lines, controlled environments, healthcare facilities, and commercial buildings. Learn more about where #cleancountsmost at contecinc.com and on LinkedIn.