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New Study Finds XPERIENCE™ No Rinse Solution Has Persistent Efficacy Against Both Planktonic Bacteria and Bacterial Biofilms
In vitro testing of XPERIENCETM demonstrated 4-log to 6-log reductions in planktonic (free-floating) bacteria and 4-log to 8-log reductions in biofilm bacteria (colonies of bacteria) XPERIENCE was shown to inhibit biofilm formation for up to five hours after application Study published in The Journal of Arthroplasty Next Science Limited (ASX:NXS) (Next Science / the Company) is pleased ...
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Biowater wins wastewater contract
Halden municipality in south of Norway will expand and upgrade its largest wastewater treatment plant, Remmen RA, so that effluent meets the highest environmental standards. The renovated plant will have a capacity of 42000 p.e. Biowater will deliver the core treatment processes, which include the biological treatment and subsequent clarification unit(s). The biological treatment unit(s) will ...
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EPA Releases Final Methods and Guidance for Testing the Efficacy of Antimicrobials against Public Health Biofilms
On August 1, 2017, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of two final test method Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for evaluating the efficacy of antimicrobial pesticides against two biofilm bacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa) and Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus): EPA Microbiology Laboratory Branch (MLB) SOP MB-19: Growing a Biofilm using ...
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Jenfitch, Inc. has gained National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) approval
Jenfitch, Inc. has gained National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) approval to use a its proprietary sodium oxychloride formulation that works even more effectively than ozone in post-harvest wash systems and hydro-coolers to control cross-contamination and spoilage. Walnut Creek, CA.-based Jenfitch, Inc. is marketing its JC 9465 ROS as an alternative to gaseous ozone, sodium hypochlorite, ...
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Creative BioMart Microbe Performs Biofilm Testing and Research for Different Applications
Creative BioMart Microbe, a sub-brand of Creative BioMart that provides microbiological services and products to multi-industry customers, now provides customers with a series of technical services related to biofilms. Biofilm is a unique structure attached to the surface by microorganisms and extracellular polymers, mainly composed of polysaccharides, proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids. ...
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Jenfitch, Inc. has gained US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA FIFRA) and USDA Organic Standard (7 CFR Part 205) approval
Jenfitch, Inc. has gained US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA FIFRA) and USDA Organic Standard (7 CFR Part 205) approval to use its’ proprietary sodium oxychloride formulation, JC 9465, that works even more effectively than ozone as a crop production aid, disease and pest control aid, fertilizer and soil amendment aid, livestock production aid and processing and handing aid for ...
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Jenfitch, LLC Announces JC 9450 ROS kills Listeria in less than 10 seconds
Jenfitch, LLC recently completed a study with the UC Davis Post Harvest Dept using JC 9450 ROS as a reagent in rinse water containing a heavy organic loading. They found that controlling the ORP above +700 mV, they observed a 6 log reduction in Listeria Monocytogene and Salmonella. JC 9450 ROS is a new generation of disinfectant developed for the 21st Century. It chemically reacts in water to ...
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New Mold Cleaner Added to Product Line - Sporicidin® Enzyme Mold Cleaner
American Air & Water, Inc. added Sporicidin® Enzyme Mold Cleaner concentrate to its line of indoor environmental improvement products. The mold remediation professionals and end users who tested the product are returning excellent feedback for the new mold cleaner. The Enzyme Mold Cleaner (ENZ-3212) is a very effective enzyme combination of protease (to remove protein), amylase (to remove ...
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NIH Awards Imbed Biosciences $800K SBIR Grant to Kill Bacteria in Biofilms
Imbed Biosciences, Inc. (Imbed) announced today that it has been awarded $800,000 in a Commercialization Readiness Pilot (CRP) grant by the National Institute for Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) to support late-stage development of a next-generation wound dressing that can kill bacteria hidden inside the biofilms in wounds and accelerate wound healing. The competitive ...
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How does ultrasonic algae treatment work?
Our company has been resolving difficult water problems for over 20 years, throughout Canada, USA, and international markets. During that time, we have successfully removed algae from lakes, dugouts, swimming lagoons/pools, municipal water and numerous other applications. Currently, algae is the largest concern for many operations especially during warmer seasons or in hotter climates. The ...
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MABR: A Wastewater Treatment Technology for the Future
Passive Aeration Leads to Huge Energy Savings Membrane aerated biofilm Reactor (MABR) technology provides a revolutionary improvement in aerobic wastewater treatment for a number of reasons, particularly its high energy efficiency and increased treatment capacity, compared to traditional wastewater treatment systems. Much of the energy used in aerobic treatment is tied to aeration, the ...
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Are We Ready for Bioremediation 4.0?
Bioremediation 4.0 A new realization in bioremediation referred to as Bioremediation 3.0 was recently discussed in a LinkedIn post by Keith Rapp, Pinnacle Environmental. We at TerraStryke Products LLC support and have for the past several years proclaimed the benefits and capabilities of what procaryotic microbes can really do. As such, we gladly accept the idea of Bioremediation 3.0 but ask, ...
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Legionella and Waterborne Pathogens 101 for Plumbing Engineers
Successful plumbing engineering involves the comprehensive understanding and meticulous control of waterborne pathogens, with a particular focus on Legionella. These harmful pathogens can infiltrate building water systems through various means, such as contaminated water sources or inadequate water treatment. To effectively mitigate the risk of Legionella and other waterborne pathogens, ...
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Jenfitch, LLC announces JC 9450 Liquid Ozone has been NSF approved
Jenfitch, LLC received National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) approval to use JC 9450 Liquid Ozone in potable water systems as a disinfectant. JC 9450 Liquid Ozone is a new type of disinfectant developed for the 21st Century that chemically reacts in water to generate ozone (singlet oxygen molecules) in solutions. For the first time, the water treatment industry has a low cost method to generate ...
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Warden Biomedia wins Turkish Contract for Airport in Jordan
Warden Biomedia, the UK’s leading random biological filter media manufacturer, has won a contract with Turkish water treatment company, Yeditepe Aritma to supply its innovative Biopipe 600 product. Istanbul based Yeditepe Aritma will use Warden’s Biopipe in a new MBBR plant at Queen Alia International Airport, Amman, the capital of Jordan, which they have been contracted to build. ...
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Microbial Hazards & HVAC Systems the Focus of New Study
Recently, a new study supported by the U.S. Army Material Command was released detailing microbial issues associated with heat exchangers in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Entitled, Characterization and Control of the Microbial Community Affiliated with Copper or Aluminum Heat Exchangers of HVAC Systems, the research discusses microbial growth in building systems and ...
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The world’s first rapid, onsite testing kit for Legionella
Hydrosense is a pioneer in the Legionella testing industry. By applying environmental technology to an industrial setting, their scientists have developed a new on-site testing method for deadly Legionella pneumophila SG 1 bacteria in water and biofilm. The Hydrosense test is immediate, simple and accurate; providing insights into the state of your water system in only 25 minutes. There is no ...
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Maryland Hotel Sued after Guest Contracts Legionnaire’s Disease
After six guests at Ocean City, MD’s historic Boardwalk hotel contracted Legionnaire’s disease last summer, the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and the Worcester County Health Department confirmed the presence of Legionella in the hotel’s water system. Five months later, one of the six guests has filed a $6 million lawsuit against the hotel. Extensive testing ...
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EMSL Toronto is Now CDC ELITE Proficient for Legionella Testing
EMSL Toronto Lab is now Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ELITE Program Proficient. The ELITE Program was created as a way for laboratories to test their Legionella isolation techniques against standardized samples. Proficiency status indicates that the lab meets or exceeds typical industry standards for recovery of Legionella. Legionella bacteria can grow in the biofilm in a ...
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How Does the Membrane Aerated Biofilm Reactor Work?
Aerobic digestion and nitrification-denitrification work together thanks to an innovative membrane system One of the most talked-about new wastewater treatment technologies is the membrane aerated biofilm reactor (MABR), which is revolutionizing WWT. The discussion, however, has mainly focused on issues like MABR technology’s low operating expenses, high energy efficiency, low ...
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