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Authorized Dealer
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Biozone Scientific
Air Purification Technology
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For air purification, Biozone has developed
a technology we call PureWave that
combines the science of ultraviolet germicidal light waves, purifying
hydroxyls, activated oxygen, and photo-ionization, (Purifying
Plasma). What makes this
technology important and unique is that it unites four of the most accepted
and powerful methods for destroying contaminants, with the resulting synergy
producing a stronger process than the sum of the individual methods.
The result of this perfect marriage of
science and electronics is the "ultimate" air purifying process.
Ultraviolet Light (UVGI)
Biozone's technology revolves around the
power and versatility of UV light waves. A basic characteristic of UV lamps
is that the larger the lamp, the greater the output of germicidal
ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI). But larger or longer UV lamps
that create ozone can also produce too much ozone. Working with the world's
premier manufacturer of UV lamps, Biozone has developed a high-purity, split
lamp that produces significantly more UVGI but without increased ozone
production. Also important is the ability our units have to maintain
consistent UV wavelengths. Our lamps can produce UV light at the 185
nanometer (nm) and 254nm wavelengths. This combination of wavelengths is
necessary for the photoxidation of organic compounds. Read
more.
The specific wavelength of 254nm is most
effective at inactivation of harmful contaminates. As an airborne
microorganism enters the Biozone Air Purification Chamber, the UV light
penetrates the organism’s membrane and alters its genetic material (DNA).
With altered DNA, the microorganism will no longer be able to
reproduce—rendering it microbiologically dead and, therefore, harmless.
Due to the short lifespan of most microorganisms, once they lose the ability
to reproduce, the population of them in the air diminishes rapidly and
dramatically.
Photolic Ozone - Guaranteed Control
While most manufacturers of ozone air
purifiers use the older, corona
discharge (high voltage electricity) method to create ozone, our unique
UV lamp technology also naturally controls ozone levels by producing
wavelengths that produce photolic ozone and other wavelengths that control
its level by naturally destroying excess ozone. Like ozone, UVGI destroys
bacteria, viruses, and fungi, and has been used in medical facilities for
years for those exact purposes for nearly three-quarters of a century.
Hydroxyl Radicals (OH)
The combination of photolic ozone, UVGI, and
moisture (humidity) produces powerful oxidants known as hydroxyl
radicals. These molecules have been described as "the single most
important cleansing agent in the earth's atmosphere." They break down hazardous organic compounds and are a
major catalyst in the chain reaction necessary for contaminant oxidation, (Purifying
Plasma).
Negative Ions
In addition to these highly effective
purification methods, Biozone units produce negative ions by means of a
patent-pending method that dramatically accelerates the production of
negative ions via ultraviolet wavelengths. (Effects of Negative Ions)
Photolic Ozone
Ozone generators have been used for over a
hundred years for purification and sanitation purposes in a wide variety of
applications. Ozone's properties as a bactericide, viricide, fungicide, and
deodorizer are well-accepted by the scientific community. Industry as well
as the general public have eagerly accepted ozonation as a method of water
and air purification. However, it is also well-established that exposure to
high levels of ozone can be harmful to health, and in particular can be a
respiratory irritant. This has lead to a controversy as to the safety of such
ozone generators for general public use. There is no consensus as to when
ozone levels become harmful to humans, but based on available research,
regulatory agencies such as the FDA have set safe levels at .05 ppm (parts
per million) for continual exposure. OSHA has set 0.1 ppm as a maximum for 8
hour exposures. Other agencies and organizations have similar
recommendations. Previously, all ozone generators used for air purification
had the potential to produce ozone levels well over these recommended
levels. To combat this problem, some manufacturers of portable ozone air
purifiers have introduced models with ozone sensors that automatically shut
off the units when ozone levels rise above a prescribed limit. While this is
a step in the right direction, these devices are not fool proof, nor do they
seem to work well in all size environments. They also do little or nothing
to control the "blasting" of high concentrations of ozone that
occur (usually due to power fluctuations, but there are other causes) when
operating.
Biozone has developed another method
to ensure safe ozone levels called SafeZone. It will not allow the
accumulation of ozone in your air to exceed recommended, safe levels. It is
a fail-safe method. SafeZone does not rely on electronic gadgetry or
inexpensive sensors, but combines the science of ultraviolet radiation, atom
disassociation, quantum yield, and optimization of unit geometry. In
practical terms, this means as the ozone level in an environment begins to
rise, the machine will automatically reduce the amount of ozone being
produced, thereby keeping the accumulation at low levels. There is no longer
a reason to have concern about the potential harmful effects of too much
ozone. Biozone's air purifiers provide all the wonderful, powerful benefits
of ozone but with none of the worry associated with previous ozone devices.
If you love the pure air at Yosemite National Park, Lake Tahoe, or Sequoia
National Park, then you will love the results of the SafeZone method.
Biozone's Research and Development has also
produced a state-of-the-art electronics module to power the PureWave System.
This advanced engineered electronics package is a solid-state unit with
constant wattage circuitry for greater electrical efficiency and for the
support of consistent output and long life. In addition, the electronics
design is 12VDC resulting in one of the safest devices in the market and
hence our trademark, SafeVolt. The SafeVolt 12VDC system is a vast
electrical improvement over ozone units using the corona discharge method of
creating ozone which requires 5,000 - 10,000 volts of electricity. The added
advantage of Biozone's 12VDC system is that it is easily used all over the
world. No more worry about countries varying electrical systems using 110VAC
or 220VAC or 240VAC. A simple AC/DC adapter is all that is needed.
96% reduction in bacteria after 3
hours of Biozone treatment.
99% reduction in e-coli bacteria after 2 hours of operation.
Biozone Scientific's innovative treatment and
prevention methods are creating the future for purification and sanitation.
Whether delivering cleaner, purer air for you, your family and coworkers, or
disinfecting food and surfaces, or decontaminating indoor environments,
Biozone's products are filling the purification and sanitation needs for a
vast array of users. To support the versatility and usefulness of our
technology, the company actively engages in research, testing, and validation
activities to bring scientific support to Biozone's methods and applications.
Recent testing results from two independent and certified laboratories as well
as a major university are summarized below.
Report from Vallid Labs, Inc.,
USDA--0978,3734
Test# VL-31300
Purpose:
To determine the
reduction (if any) of airborne bacteria with use of the Biozone Air Purifier
by establishing the amount of airborne bacteria entering the Biozone Air
Purifier (device) compared to the amount exiting the device.
Method: Using a Biotest air
sampler, the introduced Enterobacter aerogenes coming into the air purifier
was collected. Samples were taken again at the outlet vent of the air
purifier. All testing was run in triplicate. Numbers reported are
averages of triplicate results.
Results: Enterobacter aerogenes
in ft3 of air entering the device
>1,100
Enterobacter aerogenes in ft3 of air after treatment
10.85
*This represents a minimum
of 99% reduction.
Report from Penn. State
University Aerobiological Engineering -
Airborne Pathogen Control System
Results:
Using the
Biozone Air Purifier on bacterial cultures of E. Coli "we obtained better
than a 2 log reduction (99%) in 2 hours." No bacteria survived
after 3 hours of exposure.
We have also demonstrated nearly
a 4 log reduction (99.99%) in E. Coli with higher output levels from the
Biozone unit.
Report from Tri-Tech
Laboratories, Inc., FDA--1058842/ORL
Test # 98-10-320
Purpose:
Disinfectant Validation Process
Results: The
concentration of bacteria recovered from all inoculated treated samples show a
3-5 log reduction. This factor proves that the disinfection process
utilized in this study is effective in inhibiting the most common bacterial
problems in producing a high quality product.
The concentration of E. Coli
0157 bacteria recovered after only one (1) minute of exposure to the Biozone
show a 5 log (99.999%) reduction.
ANTHRAX
- Bacillus Anthracis
is a gram
positive bacterial spore at a 1.2 micron diameter size
Information
About Removal or Destruction of Anthrax
by Biozone Scientific
While specific tests using
anthrax have not been performed on Biozone Air Purifiers,
established scientific requirements* for the destruction of
the Anthrax bacteria would indicate Biozone units would be
effective against it.
Biozone
standard residential
Air Purifiers emit ultraviolet power ranging from 6,000 -
16,000 mw/cm2.
Air entering a Biozone unit is exposed to this power for a
time span that ranges from .5 to 1.0 second. Therefore,
Anthrax in the air entering a Biozone unit would be destroyed
at the rate of 70 - 99.9%.
In addition,
inside the units, high levels of purifying plasma and ozone
are maintained that would also increase the destruction rate
of Anthrax. The exact percentage cannot be officially
determined.
Biozone
also
manufactures high-output commercial air purifiers and
sanitizers as well as specially-designed custom units that can
be used to decontaminate an environment, ridding air and
surfaces of all contagions.
*Scientific Data
on Ultraviolet Light Inactivation of Anthrax:
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Bacillus
anthracis
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8700
mwsec/cm2 for 99.9%
reduction (mwsec
= exposure to 8700 mw
for 1 second |
| Bacillus
anthracis |
3.6 seconds at 25
mwsec/cm2 for 99.9%
reduction |
| Bacillus
anthracis |
20
mJ/cm2 for 99.9%
reduction
(mJ = mwsec = 1000mwsec)
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