Influenza A Reduction
- Authors
- Vivienne Mahon, Science & Quality Manager
- Facility
- Airmid Health Group Ltd., Ireland
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Objective
To evaluate the efficacy of the Defend 1050 on removing Influenza A.
Methodology
Testing of the Defend 1050 was conducted in a 28.5 m3 environmental test chamber. The chamber was preconditioned to 68±5ºF and 50±10% relative humidity prior to commencement of the tests. For the test runs, the Defend 1050 was placed on the floor in the center of the chamber.
Summary of Results
The Defend 1050 was effective in reducing airborne Influenza A aerosols in the test chamber, reaching 99.9% airborne virus reduction within the first 10 – 20 minutes of operation at max speed.