HOW OPTUVUS WORKS
Mechanism of Cold PLASMA There are three primary mechanisms by which cold plasma inactivates microbes (Moisan et al. 2002). The first is the chemical interaction of radicals (hydroxyl, superoxide, nitrogen dioxide, singlet oxygen and other reactive species interfering with cell walls. The second is by damage to membranes and internal cellular components by UV photons. Finally, DNA strands may be broken by ultraviolet radiation generated during recombination of the plasma species, electrons, negative ions, or free radicals. While on a given commodity, one mode of action may be more significant than another, the greatest sanitizing efficacy results from plasma with multiple antimicrobial mechanisms (Moisan et al. 2002, Laroussi 2003). In these studies, genes related to DNA repair, the response to oxidative stress, and cell wall synthesis were activated in the surviving populations. The conclusion was oxidative damage and UV damage to DNA were the primary mechanisms of microbial inactivation (Roth et al. 2010a, 2010b). Each of these mechanisms have antimicrobial actions against bacteria, molds, yeast and spores (Klämpfl et al., 2012; Tseng et al., 2012; Takamatsu et al., 2015; Dasan et al., 2016).
HEPA Filtration High Efficiency Particulate Air filtration removes 99.97% of particles 3 micron or larger.
UV-C light: Germacidal Ultraviolet light generally encompasses the light range of 200 – 280 nm. The peak bactericidal wavelength is near 266 nm. UV-C Mercury bulbs produce a wavelength primarily at 254 nm with slightly less production of a higher and lower wavelength. This GUV is particularly effective at inactivating bacteria, viruses, parasites and other RNA or DNA-based life forms. There are multiple mechanisms of action described including a disruption of the thymidine bonds of RNA or DNA preventing replication. In some organisms the nucleolus absorbs the energy from UV-C light creating micro steam bubbles with lysis of the organelles.
Monoterpene phenols: thymol and it’s isomer carvacrol are hydrophobic organic compounds that penetrate cell walls and cell membranes increasing permeability so that there is a depolarization of the cytoplasmic membrane, a depletion of intracellular contents and an interruption in adenosine triphosphate production. These organic molecules also bind to the minor groove of DNA causing destabilization of the structure and creating the inability of cell replication. There are direct negative effects on viral structure and inhibition of viral docking mechanisms impairing viral entry into cells. Development of resistance is not known to occur with exposure to these organic molecules.
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Underwriters Laboratories Certification
UL certification, issued by Underwriters Laboratories, holds paramount importance in ensuring product safety and reliability. This certification signifies that the OPTUVUS NP 24 decontamination device has undergone rigorous testing and meets stringent safety standards established by UL, a globally recognized authority. Obtaining UL certification not only validates our commitment to quality and safety but also assures consumers that the product has been thoroughly evaluated for potential hazards and is safe for use as intended. UL certification serves as a benchmark in safeguarding public health and well-being.
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Key Features and Benefits
• Minimizes the spread of aerosolized contagions which contribute to airborne diseases including COVID-19, RSV, influenza, SARS and others.
• Incorporates multiple mechanisms of action.
• UV light technology, cold plasma, HEPA filtration with organic phenol impregnation and negative pressure generation with the NP 24 model
• Does not contribute to antibiotic resistance.
• Improves safety of shared air.
• Conserves conditioned air reducing HVAC costs.
• Continuous safe operation in occupied spaces.
• Clean air is safe air!