Bacteria, Viruses, Mold |
Odors, Chemicals, Smoke |
Safety Tests |
Additional Viruses and Bacteria |
H1N1 (Swine Flu)
Testing Summary: 99+% inactivation of H1N1 Swine Flu
Kansas State University has completed preliminary testing on RGF's Photohydroionization (PHI-Cell®) and Reflective Electromagnetic Energy (REME® Cell) technologies with 99+% inactivation of H1N1 Swine Flu on a stainless steel surface. Further tests are scheduled. 2009 H1N1 (referred to as “swine flu” early on) is a new influenza virus causing illness in people. This new virus was first detected in people in the United States in April 2009. This virus is spreading from person-to-person worldwide. On June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) signaled that a pandemic of 2009 H1N1 flu was underway. Spread of 2009 H1N1 virus is thought to occur in the same way that seasonal flu spreads. Flu viruses are spread mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing by people with influenza. Sometimes people may become infected by touching items – such as a surface or object – with flu viruses on it and then touching their mouth or nose.
Tested by Kansas State University Inactivation Rate 99+%
Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)
Testing Summary: 99+% inactivation of Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)
Avian influenza is an infection caused by avian (bird) influenza (flu) viruses. These influenza viruses occur naturally among birds. Wild birds worldwide carry the viruses in their intestines, but usually do not die from them. However, avian influenza is very contagious among birds and can make some domestic birds, including chickens, ducks and turkeys, very sick and kill them. Of the few avian influenza viruses that have crossed the species barrier to infect humans, H5N1 has had the largest number of detected cases of severe disease and death in humans. Of the human cases associated with the ongoing H5N1 outbreaks in poultry and wild birds in Asia, Europe, the Near East and Africa, more than half of those people reported infected with the virus died. While there has been some human-tohuman spread in H5N1, it has been limited, inefficient and unsustained.
Source:CDC: Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Tested by Kansas State UniversityInactivation Rate 99+%
Norwalk Virus
Testing Summary: 99+% inactivation of Norwalk Virus (Noroviruses)
Noroviruses are a group of related, single-stranded RNA, nonenveloped viruses that cause acute gastroenteritis in humans. Noroviruses are named after the original strain "Norwalk virus," which caused an outbreak of gastroenteritis in a school in Norwalk, Ohio, in 1968. No evidence suggests that infection occurs through the respiratory system. Noroviruses are highly contagious and as few as 10 viral particles may be sufficient to infect an individual. During outbreaks of norovirus, several modes of transmission have been documented; for example, initial food-borne transmission in a restaurant, followed by secondary person-to-person transmission to household contacts. 50% of all food-borne outbreaks of gastroenteritis can be attributed to noroviruses. Among the 232 outbreaks of norovirus illness reported to CDC from 1997 to 2000 36% were in restaurants, 23% were in nursing homes, 13% were in schools and 10% were vacation settings or cruise ships.
Source: CDC-Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Tested by Midwest Research Institute Inactivation Rate 99+%
Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus(MRSA)
Testing Summary: 99+% inactivation of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a type of bacteria that is resistant to certain antibiotics. These antibiotics include methicillin and other more common antibiotics such as oxacillin, penicillin and amoxicillin. Staph infections, including MRSA, occur most frequently among persons in hospitals and healthcare facilities (such as nursing homes and dialysis centers) who have weakened immune systems.
Source: CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Tested by Kansas State UniversityInactivation Rate 99+%
Mold/Yeast
Testing Summary: 97-98% reduction in Mold
Testing Summary: 90+% reduction in Yeast
Testing Summary: 99% reduction in Bacteria
The purpose of this test was to evaluate the effect the RGF AOT unit has on mold/yeast bacteria (TPC). This test was performed utilizing a standard 2000 sq. ft. home and 3000 sq. ft. simulated home.
Tested by California Microbiology Center
Independent Accredited Lab - IBR
Kansas State University
University of Florida
United Stares Air Force
R&D Labs
C&W Engineering
University of Cincinnati
Kane Regional Hospital
Odors
Testing Summary: Cleaning Chemicals - 55% reduction in 24 hours
Testing Summary: Pet Odors - 72% reduction in 24 hours
Testing Summary: Perfume Odors - 63+% reduction in 24 hours
The purpose of this test was to evaluate to what effect the RGF's AOT unit has on cleaning chemicals, pet odors and perfume odors. This test was performed utilizing two 500 cubic foot test chambers and a ten-person odor panel. The qualitative assessments of the ten-person odor panel were then used as a means to determine the odor reduction.
Tested by C&W Engineering (Independent PE Firm)
Smoke (Odors and Particulates)
Testing Summary: Smoke Odors - 70% reduction in 24 hours
Testing Summary: Smoke Particulate - 25% reduction in 24 hours
The purpose of this test was to evaluate to what effect the RGF’s AOT unit has on cigarette smoke odors and particulate. This test was performed utilizing two 500 cubic foot test chambers and a ten-person odor panel. The qualitative assessments of the ten-person odor panel were then used as a means to determine the odor reduction. Particulate was tested with a laser particle counter.
Tested by C&W Engineering (Independent PE Firm)
Chemical Odors (VOCs)
Testing Summary: Toluene - 29% reduction
Testing Summary: D-limonene - 98% reduction
Testing Summary: Methyl Ethyl Ketone - 13% reduction
The purpose of this test was to evaluate the effect the RGF’s AOT unit has on chemical odors.
Tests were conducted by GC/MS
Tested by NELAP Accredited Independent Lab
Chemical Compounds
Testing Summary: Reduction in 24 hours
Hydrogen Sulfide (Rotten Eggs) - 80% reduction
Methyl Mercaptan (Rotten Cabbage) - 100% reduction
Carbon Disulfide (Vegetable Sulfide) - 30% reduction
Butyl Acetate (Sweet Banana) - 100% reduction
Methyl Metharcyline (Plastic) - 100% reduction
Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer test performed by Nelap Accredited Lab on airborne chemical compound reduction using RGF’s AOT.
Tested by GC/MS Nelap Accredited Independent Lab
Particulate (REME only)
Testing Summary: Reduction
12 hours ISO Class 4 (10,000 - 0.1um)
24 hours ISO Class 3 (1,000 - 0.1um)
The REME Cell is also effective in reducing particle counts in the controlled chamber. Particle counts are reduced to ISO Class 4 levels (10,000 - 0.1um) after 12 hours of exposure to the REME Cell. After 24 hours of treatment, ISO Class 3 levels (1,000 - 0.1um) were achieved. These are better than HEPA results.
Tested by Kansas State University, Performance Analytical Labs
Food Safety
Testing Summary: Approved for use in plants by FSIS
Since the approval RGF has had AOP equipment in every aspect of food processing; meat, poultry, fish, grain, fruit, vegetables, processed meats, ready to eat and restaurants.
Tested and approved for use in plants by FSIS. Tested for safe reduction of airborne and surface bacteria, mold, virus and yeast in food processing plants.
Electrical Safety
Testing Summary: TUV, ETL and UL Approved
All RGF AOP devices have been thoroughly tested for electrical safety in house, by consultants and certified independent agencies. Results were excellent.
Tested by: TUV, ETL, UL, NEI China, RGF Labs. The Japanese Government, GSA, Electrical Power Research Institute.
Ozone/EMF
Testing Summary: Passed Federal Safety Standards
RGF AOP devices have been thourghly tested for ozone / emf - Electro Magnetic Frequency and have passed Federal Safety Standards
Tested by: FSIS Federal Safety Inspection Services UL, ETL, TUV, CSA ISSES / Disney
Note: Many household appliances emit some ozone and emf in safe low levels such as and fluorescent lights, motors, computers, copy machines, refrigerators, blenders, electronic air filters, air conditioners, electric fans, microwave ovens etc.
Effective Coverage (Area Test)
Testing Summary: One Cell Covers 2,000ft2 Home
3000 sq.ft. simulated house was constructed inside a windowless warehouse. The simulated house was constructed of virgin poly and was completely emptied and then sanitized. A PHI cell was placed in the center of the mock home to determine the effective area of coverage for a single cell. Results were obtained showing AOP levels of .01-.02 ppm in each room (results will vary with virus, bacteria, organic, VOC, and odor loading). It is highly unlikely a cell will ever be used in a completely empty, sanitized, and organic (load) free room. This test was to demonstrate theoretical coverage. In practice, one cell will effectively cover 2,000 square feet of an average home.
Tested by: RGF Labs, verified by independant P.E.
Ice Machine Test
Testing Summary: No Visible Microbial Growth 3 Months Later
The purpose of this test was to evaluate the effect the RGF AOT unit has on ice machines used in Subway Sandwich stores.
Tests were conducted in actual store
Streptococcus Sp. (Strep)
Testing Summary: 96% Inactivation of Strep in 24 hours
Group A Streptococcal (strep) infections are caused by group A streptococcus, a bacterium responsible for a variety of health problems. These infections can range from mild skin infection or sore throat to severe, life-threatening conditions such as toxic shock syndrome and necrotizing fasciitis, commonly known as flesh eating disease. Health experts estimate that more than 10 million mild infections (throat and skin) like these occur every year. Secondary infections include: Rheumatic Fever, Impetigo, Cellulties, Erysipelas and Scarlet Fever.
Source: U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Tested by Kansas State University Inactivation Rate 96+%
Listeria
Testing Summary: 99+% Inactivation of Listeria in 24 hours
This is a Gram-positive bacterium, motile by means of flagella. Some studies suggest that 1-10% of humans may be intestinal carriers of L. monocytogenes. It has been found in at least 37 mammalian species, both domestic and feral, as well as at least 17 species of birds and possibly some species of fish and shellfish. The manifestations of listeriosis include septicemia, meningitis (or meningoencephalitis), encephalitis, and intrauterine or cervical infections in pregnant women, which may result in spontaneous abortion or stillbirth.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Tested by Kansas State University, Steris Labs, KAG / Eco Labs - Inactivation Rate 99+%
Escherichia Coli (E. coli)
Testing Summary: 99+% Inactivation of E. coli in 24 hours
Escherichia coli, usually abbreviated to E. coli, discovered by Theodor Escherich, a German pediatrician and bacteriologist, is one of the main species of bacteria that live in the lower intestines of mammals, known as gut flora. The number of individual E. coli bacteria in the feces that a human excretes in one day averages between 500 billion and 10 trillion. All the different kinds of fecal coli bacteria, and all the very similar bacteria that live in the ground are grouped together under the name coliform bacteria. E. coli can be the causative agent of several intestinal and extra-intestinal infections such as urinary tract infections, meningitis, peritonitis, mastitis, septicemia and gram-negative pneumonia.
Source: CDC: Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Tested by Kansas State University Inactivation Rate 99+%
Pseudomonas Sp.
Testing Summary: 99+% Inactivation of Pseudomonas Sp. in 24 hours
The bacterial genus Pseudomonas includes plant pathogenic bacteria such as P. syringae, the opportunistic human pathogen P. aeruginosa, the ubiquitous soil bacterium P. putida, and some species that are known to cause spoilage of unpasteurised milk and other dairy products. The Pseudomonads are metabolically diverse, can consequently colonize a wide range of niches, and are generally perceived to be agents of spoilage and degradation.
Source: CDC: Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Tested by Kansas State University Inactivation Rate 99+%
Bacillus Subtilis
Testing Summary: 99+% Inactivation of Bacillus Subtilis in 48 hours
Bacillus globigii lives in soils around the world and can readily be found in samplings of wind-borne dust particles. It is also known as Bacillus subtilis, its more modern name. The National Institutes of Health's Centers for Disease Control lists BG as a "Class 1" organism, meaning it is harmless and non-pathogenic to humans. It can be purchased commercially and has been used for decades in biological studies. B. globigii has the ability to form a tough, protective endospore, allowing the organism to tolerate extreme environmental conditions, making it a perfect surrogate for testing systems and procedures against Bacillus anthracis. B. globigii is also often used as the Gram-positive equivalent of Escherichia colii, an extensively studied Gram-negative rod.
Information source: CDC (Center for Disease Control) and Los Alamos National Laboratory
Tested by Kansas State University Inactivation Rate 99+%
Staphylococcus Aureus (Staph)
Testing Summary: 99+% Inactivation of Staphylococcus Aureus (Staph) in 48 hours
Staphylococcus aureus, often referred to simply as "staph," is a bacteria commonly found on the skin and in the nose of people. Person-to-person transmission is the usual form of spread and occurs through contact with secretions from infected skin lesions, nasal discharge or spread via the hands. S. aureus is a spherical bacterium (coccus) which on microscopic examination appears in pairs, short chains, or bunched, grapelike clusters. These organisms are Gram-positive. Some strains are capable of producing a highly heat-stable protein toxin that causes illness in humans. Some isolates of S. aureus are classified as Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). These are a type of bacteria that are resistant to certain antibiotics. These antibiotics include methicillin and other more common antibiotics such as oxacillin, penicillin and amoxicillin. Staph infections, including MRSA, occur most frequently among persons in hospitals and healthcare facilities (such as nursing homes and dialysis centers) who have weakened immune systems.
Information source: CDC (Center for Disease Control) and FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
Tested by Kansas State University Inactivation Rate 99+%
Streptococcus Pneumoniae
Testing Summary: 99+% Inactivation of Streptococcus Pneumoniae in 48 hours
S. pneumoniae is an exclusively human pathogen and is spread from person-to-person by respiratory droplets, meaning that transmission generally occurs during coughing or sneezing to others within 6 feet of the carrier. Thus, carriers of S. pneumoniae, while generally healthy, are an important source of infection and disease for others. The most common types of infections caused by this bacteria include middle ear infections, pneumonia, blood stream infections (bacteremia), sinus infections, and meningitis. In the 1940s, penicillin antibiotics became available and were used effectively to treat pneumococcal infections. During the 1960s, however, the first pneumococcal bacteria that were not susceptible ("resistant") to penicillin were discovered in humans. Since then, penicillin resistant pneumococcal bacteria have been reported all over the world.
Tested by Kansas State University Inactivation Rate 99+%
Bacillus Spp.
Testing Summary: 99+% Inactivation of Bacillus Spp. in 24 hours
Bacillus cereus is a Gram-positive, facultatively aerobic sporeformer whose cells are large rods and whose spores do not swell the sporangium. These and other characteristics, including biochemical features, are used to differentiate and confirm the presence of B. cereus, although these characteristics are shared with B. cereus var. mycoides, B. thuringiensis and B. anthracis. B. cereus food poisoning is the general description, although two recognized types of illness are caused by two distinct metabolites. All people are believed to be susceptible to B. cereus food poisoning.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Tested by Kansas State University Inactivation Rate 99+%
Stachybotrys Chartarum
Testing Summary: 99+% Inactivation of Stachybotrys Chartarum in 48 hours
Stachybotrys is a greenish-black fungus found worldwide that colonizes particularly well in high-cellular material, such as straw, hay, paper, dust, lint, and cellulose containing building materials such as fiber board and gypsum board that become chronically moist or water damage due to excessive humidity, water leaks, condensation or flooding. Stachybotrys chartaurum grows and produces spores in the temperature range of 36-104F. It is also capable of producing several toxins however, researchers still know little about the temperature and moisture conditions under which these toxins are produced.
Source: Health and Industry
Tested by Kansas State University Inactivation Rate 99+%
Candida Albicans
Testing Summary: 99+% Inactivation of Candida Albicans in 24 hours
Candida albicans is a diploid sexual fungus (a form of yeast), and a causal agent of opportunistic oral and vaginal infections in humans. Systemic fungal infections have emerged as important causes of morbidity and mortality in immunocompromised patients (e.g., AIDS, cancer chemotherapy, organ or bone marrow transplantation). In addition, hospital-related infections in patients not previously considered at risk (e.g. patients on an intensive care unit) have become a cause of major health concern.
Source: CDC: Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Tested by Kansas State University Inactivation Rate 99+%
