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UVCeed, the World’s Smartest Mobile UVC Light Sanitizer, Now Available on Amazon

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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UVCeed today announced its flagship product, the world’s smartest mobile UV light sanitizer, is now available for purchase on Amazon.

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  • UVCeed today announced its flagship product, the world’s smartest mobile UV light sanitizer, is now available for purchase on Amazon.
  • Ultimately, UVCeed offers a powerful layer of protection that is smart and easy-to-use whether at home, work, school, or travel.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230328005461/en/
    UVCeed, the World’s Smartest Mobile UVC Light Sanitizer, AI-powered UVC disinfectant device delivers patented technology that utilizes the processing power of a smartphone and has successfully proven its effectiveness in combating germs, bacteria and viruses, including SARS-CoV-2.
  • It is the first artificial intelligence-powered UVC disinfectant system with a camera/app-based protection feature that is optimized for safety and simplicity.

New Filtered Far UV-C Handheld Device Surface Reflectivity Study

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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Dr. Ben Ma and Dr. Karl Linden of the University of Colorado Boulder spearheaded the work that tested surface reflectivity and safety of a filtered Far UV-C portable handheld device on a variety of common materials and compared it to the reflectivity of non-filtered Far UV-C and conventional UV-C portable handheld devices.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Ben Ma and Dr. Karl Linden of the University of Colorado Boulder spearheaded the work that tested surface reflectivity and safety of a filtered Far UV-C portable handheld device on a variety of common materials and compared it to the reflectivity of non-filtered Far UV-C and conventional UV-C portable handheld devices.
  • The study concluded that when using the handheld filtered Far UV-C device as intended it is safe for human use without protective gear on the skin or eyes and allows for approximately 10 times longer exposure than an unfiltered Far UV-C handheld device and about 25 times longer exposure than a conventional UV-C (254nm) handheld device.
  • “The study provided needed data on UV reflection of commonly used materials and reports the relative safety of portable, handheld filtered Far UV-C devices for surface disinfection in occupied spaces, considering both the UV exposure to reflected irradiation and ozone generation.
  • Freestyle Partners provided funding support and one of their portable, handheld filtered Far UV-C devices for this study.

Crystal IS and Asahi Kasei Announce New Record for Single-Chip Device Output and Immediate Engineering Sample Availability of Their Upcoming 160 mW UVC LED

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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Setting a new record for single-chip device output in a commercial device, this achievement marks a significant 60% increase over prior Crystal IS devices while retaining the optimal wavelength for germicidal efficiency.

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  • Setting a new record for single-chip device output in a commercial device, this achievement marks a significant 60% increase over prior Crystal IS devices while retaining the optimal wavelength for germicidal efficiency.
  • This higher output device will be used to accelerate the adoption of UVC LEDs and hasten the widespread replacement of low-pressure mercury lamps.
  • Typical operating currents (350 - 500 mA) result in 130 - 160 mWs of optical UVC LED power output.
  • For more information on the new 160 mW single chip from Crystal IS and to request an engineering sample, visit the company's website at cisuvc.com.

CDC Warns Deadly Drug Resistant Candida auris Spreading Rapidly Across US

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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Testing determined that Puro UV disinfecting fixtures are effective at killing the C. auris fungus.

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  • Testing determined that Puro UV disinfecting fixtures are effective at killing the C. auris fungus.
  • Applied UV‘s patented LumiCide Surface and Drain UVC Disinfecting Systems is currently installed within the world renowned Mt.
  • Candida auris is an emerging fungal pathogen that presents a serious global health threat.
  • Many HAI’s are caused by the most urgent and serious antibiotic-resistant (AR) bacteria and my lead to sepsis or death.

Global Ultraviolet (UV) Disinfection Strategic Business Report 2023: Increased Demand for Customized UV Disinfection Equipment Drives Market Growth

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
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World Economic Growth Projections (Real GDP, Annual % Change) for 2020 through 2023

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  • World Economic Growth Projections (Real GDP, Annual % Change) for 2020 through 2023
    Leading Nosocomial Infections in the US: Percentage Breakdown of Healthcare Cost by Infection Type
    Air Passenger Traffic in Billion: 2019, 2020 and 2021
    Impact of Covid-19 on Hotel Occupancy Rates in Select Countries: March 2020
    Average YoY % Change in Revenues Per Available Room (RevPar) in Europe: March 2020 - May 2020
    Global Fast Food & Quick Service Restaurant Market Size (in US$ Billion) for 2019, 2022 & 2025
    Food sterilization applications for UVC lamps include:

UVC Leader Introduces Revolutionary New Robotic System to Provide Healthcare Facilities and Environmental Services (EVS) Teams with Powerful, Efficient and Smart Disinfection Solutions

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
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MEMPHIS, Tenn., March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tru-D® SmartUVC, a PDI Healthcare environment of care solution, has launched the next generation of intelligent UVC disinfection products—its most advanced innovation in fifteen years. A pioneer in the UVC disinfection industry, the Tru-D technology was introduced to the healthcare industry in 2007 and continues to be a leader in the space. Utilization of UVC disinfection systems grew exponentially during the COVID-19 pandemic and has become standard practice in healthcare.

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  • A pioneer in the UVC disinfection industry, the Tru-D technology was introduced to the healthcare industry in 2007 and continues to be a leader in the space.
  • Utilization of UVC disinfection systems grew exponentially during the COVID-19 pandemic and has become standard practice in healthcare.
  • The Tru-D iQ system of connected products adapts to the needs of a wide range of space types to administer a precise dose of UVC.
  • Using Sensor360® technology, Tru-D products provide trusted disinfection of hard, nonporous surfaces with remarkable speed and proven efficacy.

Crystal IS and Asahi Kasei announce lifetime characterization data for its Klaran LA UVC LED with a projected L70 Rating of 25,000 hours

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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Asahi Kasei, a diversified Japanese multinational company, and subsidiary Crystal IS have released lifetime characterization data after more than 10,000 hours of testing its Klaran LA UVC LED, which supports a projected L70 lifetime1 of 25,000 hours.

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  • Asahi Kasei, a diversified Japanese multinational company, and subsidiary Crystal IS have released lifetime characterization data after more than 10,000 hours of testing its Klaran LA UVC LED, which supports a projected L70 lifetime1 of 25,000 hours.
  • The characterization data on its Klaran LA UVC LEDs was released to assist partner companies in water, air, and surface treatment to take full advantage of its UVC LED capabilities in their designs.
  • This data shows how a set of Klaran LA LEDs operating with a Junction temperature of 53°C (soldering point temperature of 35°C) (Figure A) would have a projected L70 lifetime value over 25,000 hours.
  • 1 L70 lifetime refers to the point in time when an LED produces 70% of its initial light output.

Johnson Controls, PURO UV and Ushio Embark on Research to Study the Efficacy and Safety of Filtered Far UV-C technology

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Monday, February 13, 2023
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Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI ), the global leader for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, PURO Lighting, LLC (“PURO”), a subsidiary of Applied UV, Inc. (Nasdaq CM: AUVI ), a proven innovative UV technology solutions leader and Ushio America, Inc. (“Ushio”), have announced a research collaboration to study the efficacy and safety of filtered Far UV-C disinfection1 technology.

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  • Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI ), the global leader for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, PURO Lighting, LLC (“PURO”), a subsidiary of Applied UV, Inc. (Nasdaq CM: AUVI ), a proven innovative UV technology solutions leader and Ushio America, Inc. (“Ushio”), have announced a research collaboration to study the efficacy and safety of filtered Far UV-C disinfection1 technology.
  • “The further validation of the safety and efficacy of filtered Far UV-C technology presents tremendous opportunity for PURO to accelerate market adoption by sponsoring this critical research,” said Brian Stern, president of PURO.
  • While the efficacy of filtered Far UV-C light disinfection is widely known, there is limited research on the ancillary effects that occur from the inactivation of pathogens using Far UV-C light.
  • “We are intrigued and excited by the early promise of filtered Far UV-C as a supplement to our leading IAQ solution portfolio.

AprilAire Introduces UVC Coil Cleaner and Clean Air Pair

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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MADISON, Wis. , Feb. 15, 2023  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AprilAire has introduced the AprilAire UVC Coil Cleaner (Model AUV24V), which is installed over the evaporator coil of an existing residential HVAC system to continuously clean the coil with germicidal UVC light, preventing and destroying mold and biofilm buildup. The new UVC Coil Cleaner kills up to 99.9%* of mold on the surface of the evaporator coil, is easy to install with two mounting options (an external bracket and an internal magnet), improves the AC system's efficiency, and is a cost-effective solution for chemical-free coil cleaning.-

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  • MADISON, Wis. , Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AprilAire has introduced the AprilAire UVC Coil Cleaner (Model AUV24V), which is installed over the evaporator coil of an existing residential HVAC system to continuously clean the coil with germicidal UVC light, preventing and destroying mold and biofilm buildup.
  • The AprilAire UVC Coil Cleaner operates with a powerful UV lamp designed to destroy and prevent mold and biofilm from growing on the evaporator coil and surrounding areas, preventing the coil from becoming a source of bad air quality.
  • In addition to the stand-alone solution, AprilAire is offering the new UVC Coil Cleaner as part of a Clean Air Pair bundle, which also includes an AprilAire Air Cleaner and Air Filter in one convenient box for professional contractor partners.
  • When used in combination, the air cleaner captures airborne contaminants while the coil cleaner kills up to 99.9%* of mold on evaporator coil surfaces, resulting in Healthy Air for homeowners as well as a great value.

Johnson Controls, PURO UV and Ushio embark on research to study the efficacy and safety of filtered far UV-C technology

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Monday, February 13, 2023
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"The further validation of the safety and efficacy of filtered far UV-C technology presents tremendous opportunity for PURO to accelerate market adoption by sponsoring this critical research," said Brian Stern, president of PURO.

Key Points: 
  • "The further validation of the safety and efficacy of filtered far UV-C technology presents tremendous opportunity for PURO to accelerate market adoption by sponsoring this critical research," said Brian Stern, president of PURO.
  • While the efficacy of filtered far UV-C light disinfection is widely known, there is limited research on the ancillary effects that occur from the inactivation of pathogens using far UV-C light.
  • "We are intrigued and excited by the early promise of filtered far UV-C as a supplement to our leading IAQ solution portfolio.
  • The research agreement, which includes technologies and products from PURO and Ushio , will focus on the testing of regulatory-approved filtered far UV-C lighting technologies.