A Devon tech firm has developed a Covid-busting sanitizer unit which can disinfect enclosed spaces.
Exeter’s Atmos-Clear Limited has created the UVC (ultraviolet light) unit that can be used in buildings where people have a high risk of contracting the virus.
The Atmos-Clear AIR works by drawing in air and bombarding it with UVC which destroys the DNA structure of viruses, bacteria and moulds, leaving them unable to replicate, effectively killing them.
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Developed during lockdown and manufactured in Devon, the Atmos-Clear team applied scientifically-known fact to design their Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation unit, and is now in full production.
Managing director Kevin McGuinness said: “We are excited to share the results from the independent laboratory testing which concluded that the Atmos-Clear AIR has an antimicrobial efficacy of 99.9% against microorganisms; bacteria, moulds and viruses, inclusive of Covid-19.”
Shaun Greenslade, sales director, said: “’Normal’ looks quite different these days and we all have to find a way to stay safe and protect our loved ones against Covid-19. It is satisfying to know that we are doing our bit to help protect people.”
Atmos-Clear brand director Josie Turpin is in a “high risk category” for catching Covid-19, and said testing was key to being able to launch in the market place.
She said: “People can be safe in the knowledge that Atmos-Clear AIR products have a proven antimicrobial efficacy of 99.9% against microorganisms; bacteria’s, moulds and viruses, which can include Covid-19.”
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The AIR UVC sanitizer is available direct from Atmos-Clear Limited or through its existing distribution network. Mr McGuinness said Atmos-Clear is now interested in engaging further with investors or distributors who may have interest in the product.
Formed in May 2018, Atmos-Clear Ltd is a privately owned and wholly self-funded British company. It currently has offices in the USA, Dubai and France.
Atmos-Clear Ltd is a clean air technology company that also produces emission reduction equipment that can be fitted to most fossil fuel engines, reducing harmful emissions on average by 72%.
“Our EXO products can be fitted to virtually any vehicle or machinery fuelled by petrol, diesel or LPG,” a spokesperson said.
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The company said all Atmos-Clear products undergo rigorous testing in all types of engines prior to their launch.
“Since our products have been on the market and available to industries and individuals, we have also continued to monitor and analyse emission testing results using independent and in-house experts.” the spokesperson said.
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“Harmful emissions such as carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons have a hugely damaging effect on our health and that of our environment.
“Our EXO systems have been proven, during stringent independent tests, to reduce harmful emissions and, in some cases, eradicate them completely.”
Due to the rapid expansion of Atmos-Clear, the firm has now moved its head office into bigger premises near Exeter.