Pharmaceutical, Biotech, R&D Labs, Clinical & Medical Labs
Ionized Hydrogen Peroxide (iHP™)
Superior Life Sciences Disinfection & Decontamination
iHP Competitive Advantage Analysis
Competitive Advantage Analysis - iHP vs VHP
STERAMIST® iHP™ | vs | Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP®) |
|---|---|---|
| iHP™ uses a low percentage hydrogen peroxide (7.8%) solution. | VHP® requires a highly (30%-59%) concentrated hydrogen peroxide solution. | |
| Intensive preparation is not required and if exposed, there are no harmful effects to the health of personnel, as long as eyes and mucus membranes are protected. | Concentrated hydrogen peroxide causes irreversible eye damage on exposure. | |
| iHP™ does not require PPM level monitoring for efficacy of disinfection. | VHP® requires the space to reach a very high level of 800 PPM for efficacy of disinfection. | |
| iHP™ is an aerosolized fog that spreads like a gas and does not need any extensive process prior to treatment. | VHP® is very difficult to maintain as a vapor unless certain operating temperatures and conditions are met. | |
| iHP™ functions at all normal ambient conditions. | VHP® must be operated under “dry” conditions; it is very difficult to maintain in the “vapor” phase at relative humidity greater than 30% and the presence of condensing moisture renders VHP® ineffective upon surfaces. | |
| iHP™ is scalable and can decontaminate large spaces. | These engineering requirements limit the utility of VHP® to enclosed environments as it is not suitable for large or open area decontamination. | |
| iHP™ decontaminates on contact, with demonstrated 6-log efficacy or greater in seconds. | VHP® requires a minimum of 30 minutes exposure under optimized conditions to decontaminate surfaces. | |
| iHP™ has proven suitable for treatment of HVAC systems as demonstrated in the DARPA grant. | VHP® is not suitable for treatment of HVAC systems because it corrodes the ducts and has inconsistent activity in the presence of metals. | |
| iHP™is a powerful radical and only requires seconds to decontaminate. | VHP® is a strong, non-specific, oxidant that decomposes very slowly and is predicated upon it remaining active for long periods of time. | |
| iHP™ is safe for use around all metals and hundreds of other materials including all materials used to fabricate laboratory and hospital products. | VHP® is not compatible with iron and other ferrous metals because of its reactivity and its long exposure time. | |
| iHP™ does not damage walls or laboratory furniture. | VHP® is known to emanate gas for up to 72 hours and has blistered painted walls and pitted stainless steel. | |
| iHP™ can be shipped by all air carriers around the world. | VHP® cannot be shipped by air. | |
| iHP™ can be stored on the shelf, no restrictions. | VHP® must be stored in a special explosive cabinet, and modified VHP® has additional handling restrictions and toxic hazards associated with its use. | |
| iHP™ BIT™ solution is EPA registered and can be easily disposed of. | VHP® must be disposed of as hazardous material. |
Competitive Advantage Analysis - iHP vs Cantel Minncare
STERAMIST® iHP™ | vs | CANTEL MINNCARE |
|---|---|---|
| COMPOSITION | ||
| ionized Hydrogen Peroxide (iHP™) technology converts a 7.8% hydrogen peroxide solution into hydroxyl radicals. | Comprised of peracetic acid and hydrogen peroxide. | |
| PARTICLE SIZE | ||
| Features particle sizes as low as 0.04 microns to help get into spaces where most traditional cleaners can’t reach. | Filtered particle size of 0.2 microns. | |
| APPLICATION | ||
| Point-and-spray and full room system with no wiping or rinsing required, and leaves no residue. | Fogging system. | |
| ODOR | ||
| Fragrance-free. | Vinegar odor left behind after application | |
| CORROSION | ||
| SteraMist is non-corrosive. | Peracetic acid is known to be corrosive. | |
Competitive Advantage Analysis iHP vs Chlorine Dioxide
STERAMIST® iHP™ | vs | CHLORINE DIOXIDE |
|---|---|---|
| APPLICATION | ||
| ionized Hydrogen Peroxide (iHP™) can be applied to every surface, including sensitive electronics. | May cause progressive damage to room surfaces and equipment not protected from fumigation. | |
| UV INTERACTION | ||
| SteraMist® iHP™ is unaffected by the presence of UV lights. | Requires shutoff of lights, as chlorine dioxide breaks down in the presence of UV rays. | |
| OPERATION | ||
| Does not require room preconditioning, and point-and-spray application requires no rinsing or wiping. | Five Stage Operation: Preconditioning, Conditioning, Charging, Controlled Air, and Aeration. | |
| ODOR | ||
| SteraMist® iHP™ leaves no odor. | Smell of chlorine remains after treatment. | |
| STARTUP & PLACEMENT | ||
| SteraMist® automation allows for remote start, and the unit can remain in the area being treated. | Units should not be exposed to fumigant yet must remain in treated area to avoid inadvertent vent leaks. | |
Competitive Advantage Analysis - iHP vs Clorox Total 360
STERAMIST® iHP™ | vs | Clorox® Total 360® |
|---|---|---|
| SteraMist® BIT™ is the first EPA registered Equipment + Solution for Healthcare- Hospital Disinfecting. BIT™ solution has a sole active ingredient of 7.8% hydrogen peroxide. (EPA Reg. No. 90150-2) | The Clorox® Total 360® System is an electrostatic sprayer and solution combination. Total 360® Disinfectant Cleaner solution has multiple active ingredients. (EPA Reg. No. 1839-220-67619) | |
| SteraMist® BIT™ is EPA registered as Effective against C. difficile spores. | Clorox® Total 360® System does not have approved EPA for C. difficile spores. | |
| Does NOT require a wet contact time (EPA label contact time 5 seconds per ft2). Only requires about 7 minutes to remove equipment from room. | Requires a minimum of 5 minute wet contact time to kill certain bacteria and inactivate certain viruses. | |
| Disinfection on surface including hightouch, sensitive equipment, and electronics. | Should NOT be applied directly to any sensitive electronics. All surfaces must be “thoroughly wet” to ensure wet contact time. | |
| Leaves no residue and does not contaminate the environment with any toxic by-products. Fragrance free, bleach free. | Wiping is recommended to remove visible residue after the contact time is achieved. | |
| Physical kill by destroying bacterial cell wall. High log kill of bacteria, bacteria spores, fungus spores, and viruses. Product performance is supported by GLP efficacy data. Can be used for outbreak preparedness and EPA regisistered including, List K: C.difficile, List G: Norovirus, List M: Influenza A, and List L: Ebola. | Clorox®Total 360® Disinfectant Cleaner is a quaternary based disinfectant. 3-log kill of S. aureus and K. pneumoniae. | |
| Patented iHP™ technology. Particle size 0.05-3 microns. Aerosolized microns spread like a gas. | Electrostatic technology to distribute disinfectant cleaner to surfaces. Particle size >40 microns. | |
| PPE required: PAPR or N-95, goggles, gloves, long sleeves, and long pants. (TOMI™ Environmental Solutions recommends MaxAir™ PAPR system). | PPE required: N-95, goggles, and gloves. The Clorox® Total 360® System has been evaluated in non-healthcare environments only. |