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The electrostatic disinfection application system is an effective and cost effective alternative to existing facility disinfection methods. The system is patented, providing a unique positive charge to liquids.

Electrostatics has been around and used for decades in the automotive and agriculture industries. Electrostatics is easily understood: opposite charges attract and like charges repel. Two positively charged things ( + and + ) will repel each other. Two negatively charged things ( – and – ) will repel each other. Using this natural electrostatic phenomena, a breakthrough disinfectant application system was developed. The Electrostatic Systems place a positive ( + ) charge on the liquid droplets as they leave the spray nozzle. The dispersed droplets spread out more evenly and seek out a negative ( – ) or neutrally charged surface (most surfaces are either negative or neutral). The end result is that the disinfectant is more targeted, provides more uniform coverage with less waste and just like a magnet, attracted to an oppositely charged surface with remarkable force.

The disinfectant application system uses a very specialized and precise spray tip. The tip produces an average droplet size or variable mean diameter of 40 microns. With a VMD of 40 microns there is much less drift, better surface coverage, improved surface dwell time and the least possible suspension of liquids.

Per the EPA, with a volume median diameter (VMD) of 75 µm, the EMist systems are considered sprayers. In EPA’s ‘Standard Operating Procedures for Residential Pesticide Exposure Assessment’ (2012) foggers are defined as having a droplet size of 15 – 60 µm. An electrostatic sprayer that has a droplet size of ≥40 µm volume median diameter would not be considered a fogger.

SARS-CoV-2 can remain on surfaces for hours and up to 9 days. Research has shown that microorganisms can survive on surfaces for days, weeks, and even months, and can be hidden from current spray and wipe methods. (Kramer, 2006) Using electrostatic technology provides effective, proven, safe and comprehensive surface coverage and eliminates cross-contamination of dangerous pathogens

Yes. The EMist sprayers are used in schools, ambulances, hospitality, acute, and post-acute settings.

The disinfectant application system is designed to be maintenance free. The only upkeep is to flush the system with water after every use.

Customers who use the disinfectant application system realize anywhere between 25% to 45% labour savings and between 35% to 50% chemical savings.

The disinfectant application system uses any water soluble chemical. Always ensure that the product labeling and safety data sheet is followed to ensure product effectiveness and safety regulations.

Just as is true in most industries, there are pros and cons between using a cordless or corded electrostatic sprayer. A corded electrostatic sprayer restricts mobility and keeps you tethered to a wall outlet and because there are electrical cords involved, they create a tripping hazard. As well, most corded electrostatic sprayers recommend the use of a GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) power outlet. On the other hand, a cordless electrostatic sprayer is not tethered to a wall outlet for power. That means you can take the electrostatic sprayer to where the work needs to be done rather than relying on wall outlets at the work site. Since the electrostatic sprayer has no cord, a cordless sprayer offers greater flexibility and portability. When spraying big projects, multi-story buildings, tight spaces, a cordless sprayer allows you to maneuver and move about freely without the hazard of tripping or tangling a cord. Portability is a clear advantage for any user that needs to move about frequently. Additionally, nearly every power tool on the market today comes with a lithium ion battery. These batteries are capable of holding a lot of power that doesn’t diminish over time if the sprayer is not in use. Corded electrostatic sprayers are no match to cordless electrostatic sprayers when it comes to maneuverability and convenience. EMist cordless electrostatic sprayers will last a long time before their power starts to diminish.

Those involved in the prevention and control of preventable infections require a balanced approach to cost and quality to improve outcomes. Existing disinfection methods including wipes, spray and wipe, fogging, and UV lighting are ineffective or expensive. As environmental surface contamination and healthcare-acquired infections have become more defined, EMist sprayers present an effective, approved, and cost-effective alternative to applying disinfectants.

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A Step Ahead in Next Generation Surface Disinfection

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