OXY3
Cleanliness. Sustainability. Innovation.
Summary of
key-benefits
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Easy assembly and disassembly:
It’s installed in 5 to 10 minutes
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Fully automated process:
Use the processing time for other activities
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The remaining ozone is automatically destroyed:
No need of lengthy airing of the vehicle afterwards
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Operating costs per use:
May vary depending on the use, but will always be less than € 2.00
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The vehicle is free
from odors and
smells: Valuable performance for every customer
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A remarkable upgrade:
The vehicle is free
from smells, more enjoyable to use and, therefore, easier to
sell
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Protecting the environment and users:
No chemicals added
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Protecting both users and customers:
By the end of the process, the remaining ozone will be automatically destroyed
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Protecting the
vehicle:
The equipment and electronic devices in the interior are not affected
STRONG PERFORMANCE FOR THE BEST SUCCESS
Mode of action
A sophisticated combined process of water vapor and ozone is decisive for the success of the treatment. Due to its chemical instability in ambient conditions, ozone (O3) disintegrates to form molecular oxygen (O2), a main element found in the air that we breathe. This means that the Oxy3 produces the amount of ozone required for treatment on the spot. At the end of the treatment, it makes sure that the remaining ozone is re-neutralized (O3 to O2). This means that the vehicle can be put back to use immediately after the treatment.
Oxygen molecules are split using high voltage.
Oxygen molecules are split using high voltage.
Only oxygen is left after the treatment. The other odorants and pathogens have all been completely neutralized.
Oxygen molecules are split using high voltage.
In combination with ozone, the water vapor used produces active oxygen and moistens the surfaces with condensate. The moisture and the active oxygen ensure that any other organic odorants bound to the surfaces (i.e. cushions) are broken down and that pollutants (such as carcinogenic PAHs) are effectively destroyed. The depth of penetration into the surfaces depends on the type and the texture of the surface.
Nevertheless, so-called in-depth cleaning – for instance all the way into the foamed material of the seats – cannot be guaranteed with the use of the Oxy3.
The performance in figures
PAH breakdown in a PPE jacket
The accredited analytical laboratory in Vienna ESW Wruss carried out the PAH analysis of a PPE jacket. The 16 "EPA PAHs" were analyzed, which are representative of the entire group of substances according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
The results after just 90 minutes of treatment are as follows:
-Upper and lower material completely decontaminated.
All PAHs broke down below the OEKO-TEX guideline values and many of them even below the detection limits (see illustration).
-Membrane decontaminated.
15 out of 16 PAHs are broke down below the OEKO-TEX guideline values and in some cases even below the detection limits.
For more detailed information on the laboratory results, please click on the button below:
Mechanical testing of the PPE jacket
The extreme load test showed that the tear resistance of the outer material of firefighter clothing exceeds the strength required by the manufacturers. This means that the upper material of the firefighter clothing retains its protective properties even after 30 treatments with Oxy3 (10 days in a row, 3 times a day). In addition, the reflectors and hoop and loop fasteners are still in perfect condition.
Before the treatment
ISO-400 – F/5.6 – 0,5s
After 30 treatments
ISO-400 – F/5.6 – 0,5s
What distinguishes the Oxy3
from conventional ozone generators?
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The Oxy3 is the only device on the market that works with the combined process of "ozone, active oxygen and water vapor".
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Conventional ozone generators use air to produce ozone with oxygen found in the air. However, air only consists of 21% oxygen, with the rest being nitrogen (78%) and trace gases including miscellaneous environmental contaminants (1%). These substances also have to go through the ozone generator. Thus, the formation of undesired substances (gases) such as nitrogen oxide is unavoidable. Nitrogen oxide often leaves behind an unpleasant odor in the interior of a vehicle that can only be removed by a lengthy airing out. Nitrogen oxide is quite hazardous (toxic) for humans and the environment. Conversely, the Oxy3 only receives the purest of oxygen from an oxygen cylinder. This ensures the generation of highly purified ozone and any hazardous by-products are avoided up to 100%.
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At the end of the process, the Oxy3 harmlessly eliminates the remaining ozone; the vehicle can immediately be used again. Inconvenient and lengthy airing is no longer necessary.
