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PearlAqua Kilo for Industrial Applications

AquiSense Technologies, a leading provider of UV-C LED water disinfection systems, has introduced the PearlAqua Kilo. This system, designed for industrial applications, is the smaller sibling to the PearlAqua Tera, which is designed for municipal applications and was released in early 2022. The Kilo and Tera integrate state-of-the-art LEDs into a unique and compact design without the use of harmful chemicals.  

“We are thrilled with the high level of interest in these larger platform systems,” said Oliver Lawal, AquiSense’s President and CEO. “Some in the industry had doubts LED technology could be engineered at this large of scale, but we have proven that it’s not only possible, but effective. We have multiple installations of the Kilo & Tera units already providing reliable and safe water treatment solution for our customers and with 3rd party validation work being completed now, we expect strong growth going into 2024.”

The PearlAqua Kilo uses advanced UV-C LED technology to provide over 99.99% pathogen reduction at 1.3 MGD (205 m3/hr). It features instant on/off, replaceable lamp module, advanced cooling design, and real-time UV intensity monitoring.

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CrayoNano AS and AquiSense Technologies Sign Frame Contract for Sales of CrayoLED™ UV-C LEDs for use in Water Disinfection https://aquisense.com/crayonano-ast-partnership/ https://aquisense.com/crayonano-ast-partnership/#respond Wed, 23 Aug 2023 13:29:52 +0000 https://aquisense.com/?p=5448 Dr Rich Simons

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CrayoNano AS and AquiSense Technologies Sign Frame Contract for Sales of CrayoLED™ UV-C LEDs for use in Water Disinfection

Trondheim, Norway / Kentucky, USA—04 Aug 2023—CrayoNano AS is pleased to announce the signing of a commercial frame contract between CrayoNano and AquiSense Technologies, for sales of UV-C LED components valued at about 4 million NOK over the next 12 months. The frame contract offers additional opportunities to increase the value beyond the minimum amount.

“We are humbled to be chosen as a UV-C LED supplier to one of the world’s largest system integrators in the water disinfection market,” said Jo Uthus, CEO of CrayoNano.

“Over the past nine months, AquiSense has tested and validated the CrayoLEDTM UV-C LEDs to our high-quality standards for use in water disinfection systems for point of entry and point of use products.” said Oliver Lawal, CEO of AquiSense. “We are very happy to welcome CrayoNano as a supplier as the collaboration allows AquiSense to substantially grow our business globally across market segments, including the industrial and consumer markets.”

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AquiSense Releases World’s Smallest LED Disinfection System, the PearlAqua Micro A https://aquisense.com/pearlaqua-micro-a-launch/ https://aquisense.com/pearlaqua-micro-a-launch/#respond Thu, 08 Jun 2023 13:15:48 +0000 https://aquisense.com/?p=5413 Dr Rich Simons

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AquiSense Releases World's Smallest LED Disinfection System, the PearlAqua Micro A

AquiSense Technologies, a global leader of UV-C LED water disinfection systems, has announced the release of its latest product, the PearlAqua Micro A. Believed to be the smallest UV-C LED water disinfection system in the world, the Micro A deploys AquiSense’s patented reactor technology and high volume manufacturing capabilities into a very small footprint for dispensing applications.

“We’re excited to bring the Micro A to the market,” said Oliver Lawal, AquiSense’s President and CEO. “The industry has expressed a need for a smaller unit, treating dispensing flow rates, but at high UV Dose levels. The challenge was also to simplify the product design to reduce assembly time and cost for very high volume OEM customers.  Having already received large volume pre-orders for this product, based on target specifications, I’m really proud of the team for delivering on our commitments.”

Central to the PearlAqua Micro A is UV-C LED technology, which coupled with innovative reactor design features, provides pathogen reduction at a flow of 1/2 gpm (2 lpm), ideal for water servers and dispensers. It features an integrated LED driver, visible “blue glow” option, low power consumption, and unlimited on/off cycling.

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AquiSense Launches the PearlAqua Deca 30C https://aquisense.com/deca-30c-launch/ https://aquisense.com/deca-30c-launch/#respond Wed, 19 Apr 2023 12:33:18 +0000 https://aquisense.com/?p=5400 Dr Rich Simons

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AquiSense Launches the PearlAqua Deca 30C

AquiSense Technologies, a leading provider of UV-C LED water disinfection systems, has announced the release of its latest product, the PearlAqua Deca 30C. This innovative system is the perfect addition to the PearlAqua family. It offers effective treatment for larger point-of-use applications and for smaller point-of-entry applications. With a compact design and easy-to-install features, 30C is suitable for commercial and industrial water treatment, food and beverage processing, and residential use. It’s perfect for showers, soda machines, RVs, boats, and tiny homes.

“We’re thrilled to introduce the latest PearlAqua product to the market,” said Oliver Lawal, AquiSense’s President and CEO. “This not only fills a gap in our lower flow rate product range, but more importantly demonstrates our next generation PearlAqua design platform.  We’re using a newer generation of UV-C LED device, more advanced electronics, integrated UV Intensity Sensor and increased assembly automation. We listened to customer feedback and delivered by far the highest performing UV LED system per unit cost.  More to come!”

The PearlAqua Deca 30C uses advanced UV-C LED technology to provide over 99.99% pathogen reduction at 4 gpm (15 lpm). Housed in a small footprint case, it features either automatic on/off switching, or external triggering.  Alarm outputs are configurable in addition to dynamic power control which reduces overall energy consumption and extends lamp replacement intervals.

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COVID-19 Questions and Answers regarding UV-C LEDs https://aquisense.com/covid-19/ Mon, 29 Nov 2021 13:22:01 +0000 https://aquisense.com/?p=2264 Questions and Answers regarding UV-C LEDs.

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Is UV-C light effective against coronavirus?

UV-C light is effective against all pathogens. However, the level UV exposure required for effective treatment will vary from pathogen to pathogen. Some are very easy to treat with a minimal UV Dose, others are more resilient and need extensive levels of UV exposure. While there is data available on some coronavirus strains, information is currently limited on the effectiveness of UV light on the SARS-CoV-2019 strain behind the COVID-19 pandemic.

Learn more about disinfecting COVID-19 with UV:

Is UV-C light effective against coronavirus?

Currently, AquiSense Technologies offers custom designs for air treatment. There are many variables to consider with air disinfection which makes it difficult to offer a single, off-the-shelf product. Any solutions developed by AquiSense would be customized to the application. Below is a list of parameters to consider when designing an air treatment system.

  • General description of application
  • Flow rate of air
  • Required level of disinfection (UV Dose, log reduction, pathogen type)
  • Geometry of the air ducts/channels
  • Any other relevant information

Can you disinfect surfaces with UV-C LEDs?

AquiSense Technologies considers surface treatment systems to be custom-built units which must consider environmental factors such as surface textures, particulates, targeted geometry, and treatment goals, among other technical aspects. At this point in time we feel that without considering these factors it is not possible to maintain treatment quality with a single system used in varying applications and environments.

Learn about the PearlSurface 24G9 – Applications include N95 masks and other PPE.

What is AquiSense's role in UV-C LED disinfection?

AquiSense Technologies is a leading UV-C LED system manufacturer creating products in the research space as well as in disinfection of air, surface and water treatment products. At this time we do operate as a business to business company, supplying UV-C LED components to OEMs and distributors within the manufacturing space. If you are looking for a custom, engineered solution we would be happy to have a call and discuss your system specifications and goals.

More questions about your application? Contact us at info@aquisense.com

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UV-LEDs can kill coronavirus and could provide applications for water, according to a study https://aquisense.com/uv-c-led-kill-coronavirus/ https://aquisense.com/uv-c-led-kill-coronavirus/#respond Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:12:17 +0000 https://aquisense.com/?p=362 A new study that AquiSense Technologies provided the equipment for has found that ultraviolet light-emitting (UV-LEDs) diode technology can kill coronaviruses and could provide new applications for water systems.

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A new study that AquiSense Technologies provided the equipment for has found that ultraviolet light-emitting (UV-LEDs) diode technology can kill coronaviruses and could provide new applications for water systems.

It is anticipated the findings from a “world-first” investigation will hasten the use of UV-LED bulbs in air conditioning, robotic, vacuum, and water systems to “efficiently disinfect large surfaces and spaces”.

Tel Aviv University researchers studied the disinfection efficiency of a virus from the family of coronaviruses and found that 99.9% of the coronaviruses were destroyed using the technology in less than 30 seconds, the team said.

Although a different variation of coronavirus was tested, it is expected to be identical in how it reacts to UV compared to the Sars-CoV-2 strain.

Led by Prof. Hadas Mamane, head of the environmental engineering program at the School of Mechanical Engineering said, “The disinfection systems based on LED bulbs, however, can be installed in the ventilation system and air conditioner.”

She said that current methods of disinfection, such as chemical spraying, require physical manpower, as well as the time needed for the chemical to act on the surface.

“The disinfection systems based on LED bulbs, however, can be installed in the ventilation system and air conditioner, for example, and sterilize the air sucked in and then emitted into the room,” she said.

UV-LED’s used in water

Previously, UV-LED systems have been limited to low flow, or personal use water treatment products on the market.

The adoption of UV-LED at scale has been impacted by technology cost and efficiency. Yet, in line with Haitz’s Law, named after scientist Roland Haitz (1935-2015), it’s predicted that LEDs will halve in cost and double in light output every two years.

Furthermore, at the end of 2019, an international standard on drinking water treatment was updated following developments and the roll-out of UV-LED technology.

The right wavelength

In the Tel Aviv University study, the optimal wavelength for killing the coronavirus was tested using a disinfection system provided by AquiSense Technologies.

It was found that a length of 285 nanometers was almost as efficient in disinfecting the virus as a wavelength of 265 nanometers.

This result is significant, said the researchers, because the cost of 285 nm LED bulbs is “much lower” than that of 265 nm bulbs, and the former are also “more readily available”.

Commenting on the technology choice for the study, Prof. Mamane added: “But no less important, we killed the viruses using cheaper and more readily available LED bulbs, which consume little energy and do not contain mercury like regular bulbs.”

The study was conducted in collaboration with Prof. Yoram Gerchman of Oranim College, Dr. Michal Mandelboim, the director of the National Center for Influenza and Respiratory Viruses at Sheba Medical Center at Tel HaShomer, and Nehemya Friedman from Tel Hashomer.

The article was published in the Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B: Biology.

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AquiSense team publish update on SAR-Cov-2 research https://aquisense.com/aquisense-team-publish-update-on-sar-cov-2-research/ https://aquisense.com/aquisense-team-publish-update-on-sar-cov-2-research/#respond Fri, 24 Sep 2021 14:59:40 +0000 https://aquisense.com/?p=2730 Applying UV-C LED for hospital disinfection

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What impact does UV-C LED have on SARS-CoV-2?

Since the start of the pandemic, it’s a question being addressed by multiple research and studies.

In UV Solutions magazine, our team wrote an updated article combining these studies, including context on the results.

Oliver Lawal (CEO), Rich Simons (product development scientist), Anna Herman (applications engineer) and Jennifer Pagan (CTO) from AquiSense Technologies co-authored the comprehensive review of the research and findings to date.

The article reviews the status of research into the dose response relationship, covering published data from numerous sources.

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PearlLab Beam used in research testing UV-C impact on Covid-19 https://aquisense.com/pearllab-beam-research-uvc-impact-on-covid19/ Sat, 07 Aug 2021 09:20:44 +0000 https://aquisense.com/?p=3229 Examining UV-C LED efficiency to fight SARCS-CoV-2 AquiSense’s PearlLab Beam has been used in a recent study adding to the growing body of research demonstrating the use of UV-C LEDs as tools to fight Covid-19. A pre-print article published in Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B: Biology used AquiSense’s PearlLab products to examine the efficacy […]

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Examining UV-C LED efficiency to fight SARCS-CoV-2

AquiSense’s PearlLab Beam has been used in a recent study adding to the growing body of research demonstrating the use of UV-C LEDs as tools to fight Covid-19.

A pre-print article published in Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B: Biology used AquiSense’s PearlLab products to examine the efficacy of a range of UV-B and UV-C LEDs against human coronavirus HCoV-OC43.

Due to the dangers of handling SARS-CoV-2 (the virus causing COVID-19), researchers chose to use a surrogate virus from the same ‘family’. A PearlLab Beam fitted with LEDs at 267, 279, 289, and 297 nm was used to irradiate the samples, investigating the exposure of each necessary to kill the virus.

LEDs emitting at 267 and 279 nm were the most effective, achieving 3-log (99.9%) inactivation from 6 – 7 mJ/cm2 exposure; all LEDs tested were able to achieve 3-log (99.9%) inactivation with sufficient exposure.

Examining UV-C LED efficiency to fight SARCS-CoV-2

A similar report from Boston University’s National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories’ presented direct inactivation of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

This study used LED at 260, 268, 270, and 280 nm; the device at 260 nm performed best, achieving a 2.6-log inactivation for a 5 mJ/cm2 exposure.

These recent studies support the common claim that UV-C in the 260-280nm range is highly effective against most pathogens.

Oliver Lawal, CEO, said: “AquiSense is excited to offer tools like the PearlLab Beam that provide researchers with the ability to study COVID-19 and learn how best to fight against it.”

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PearlSurface listed by 3M for N95 respirator disinfection https://aquisense.com/pearlsurface-listed-for-95-respirator-disinfection/ Sat, 24 Jul 2021 09:31:24 +0000 https://aquisense.com/?p=3263 UV-LED an option for mask disinfection AquiSense Technologies, the global leader in UV-C LED disinfection technology, is proud to be listed as a disinfection consideration in the latest bulletin from 3M on N95 respirator reuse. The 3M Technical Bulletin “Decontamination of 3M Filtering Facepiece Respirators (FFRs), such as N95 Respirators, in the United States”¹ now […]

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UV-LED an option for mask disinfection

AquiSense Technologies, the global leader in UV-C LED disinfection technology, is proud to be listed as a disinfection consideration in the latest bulletin from 3M on N95 respirator reuse.

The 3M Technical Bulletin “Decontamination of 3M Filtering Facepiece Respirators (FFRs), such as N95 Respirators, in the United States”¹ now includes the UV-C LED system PearlSurface as an option for mask disinfection.

The PearlSurface has been added to the listing published by 3M as the only UV-C LED disinfection method that can treat N95 respirators while maintaining their crucial properties.

Consistent UV-C LED performance

The PearlSurface offers consistent UV-C LED performance for surface disinfection in a safe and convenient device. Designed for automated non-contact, non-chemical disinfection of high-touch devices and PPE, our intention is to give essential workers the peace of mind that their items are disinfected using a reliable method within their own control.

The PearlSurface is supported by advanced optical design using ray-tracing software. The AquiSense team used their experience in designing systems for high UV exposures up to 2,000 mJ/cm2, dual sided treatment.

Recent publications² show the importance of dual-sided UV disinfection as it was found that UV light cannot penetrate all layers of an N95 mask respirator from only one side.

Leading the way for UV-C LED performance

The 3M Technical Bulletin for decontamination for FFRs is designed to communicate the impact of decontamination methods on certain respirator models, but not recommend specific types of decontamination.

Each decontamination method must pass filtration efficiency and a fit related evaluation. The 3M bulletin also confirms the PearlSurface as suitable for 20 reuse cycles, twice the number approved for other conventional UV treatment technologies.

“Being listed on the 3M Decontamination Bulletin is yet another instance where AquiSense is leading the way for validated UV-C LED technology engineering performance,” said Oliver Lawal, AquiSense CEO.

“Our team worked directly with 3M to supply data on how the PearlSurface can provide consistent disinfection with no measurable impact on respirator performance. We’re already fully engaged with the FDA for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) – watch this space!”

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AquiSense scientist publishes on far UV-C https://aquisense.com/scientist-publishes-on-far-uv-c/ Wed, 14 Jul 2021 09:38:11 +0000 https://aquisense.com/?p=3279 A surge of interest in disinfection Our Head of Application Science, Rich Simons, along with co-authors Ernest R. Blatchley III, and Karl G. Linden, published a whitepaper in UV Solutions Magazine where they discuss the application of 200 -225 nm, of far UV-C for disinfection. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a surge in interest in […]

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A surge of interest in disinfection

Our Head of Application Science, Rich Simons, along with co-authors Ernest R. Blatchley III, and Karl G. Linden, published a whitepaper in UV Solutions Magazine where they discuss the application of 200 -225 nm, of far UV-C for disinfection.

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a surge in interest in disinfection technologies such as UV, with well-established approaches (such as UV-C LEDs) rightfully finding a wide range of applications. However, earlier-stage technologies such as ‘far UV-C’ have also garnered attention.

Far UV-C is a high-energy subsection of the UV-C spectrum and its proponents claim disinfection capabilities like conventional UV-C sources.

This is a young field of research with a promising outlook, though the evidence base is not yet sufficient for us to consider far UV-C sources as safe for human exposure, and we do not recommend or endorse systems designed to that intent.

 

Continued academic engagement

UV-C LEDs operating in the far UV-C range are not commercially viable for disinfection applications, existing in laboratories and niche sensing applications only; the most common far UV-C sources are KrCl* excimer plasma discharge lamps.

AquiSense Technologies will continue to engage with academic, industrial, and regulatory partners to build understanding of this technology and shape its development towards safe and effective application.

We continually analyze the performance of UV sources from numerous manufacturers in order to create the best possible UV disinfection products.

Leading the way for UV-C LED performance

The 3M Technical Bulletin for decontamination for FFRs is designed to communicate the impact of decontamination methods on certain respirator models, but not recommend specific types of decontamination.

Each decontamination method must pass filtration efficiency and a fit related evaluation. The 3M bulletin also confirms the PearlSurface as suitable for 20 reuse cycles, twice the number approved for other conventional UV treatment technologies.

“Being listed on the 3M Decontamination Bulletin is yet another instance where AquiSense is leading the way for validated UV-C LED technology engineering performance,” said Oliver Lawal, AquiSense CEO.

“Our team worked directly with 3M to supply data on how the PearlSurface can provide consistent disinfection with no measurable impact on respirator performance. We’re already fully engaged with the FDA for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) – watch this space!”

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