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SHOW WEEDINGTECH ’ S CHEMICAL-FREE FOAM KILLS CORONAVIRUS IN UNDER 10 SECONDS
Award-winning British technology used by local authorities around the world to kill weeds and algae without chemicals could prove a vital tool in the fight against coronavirus , research has shown .
The Foamstream technology , designed by Weedingtech , was originally invented as a herbicidefree way to control weeds , moss and algae in public spaces , including parks and city streets ; but independent lab tests confirm it can quickly kill Covid-19 particles in under 10 seconds .
The Foamstream ‘ wand ’ emits near-boiling hot water , blended with natural plant oils and sugars including wheat , maize , potatoes , rapeseed and coconut oil on surfaces .
Independent laboratory research by BluTest , one of the United Kingdom ’ s leading laboratories and an internationally recognised expert in virus testing , showed that Foamstream killed 99.99 % of all coronavirus particles within seconds and without recourse to chemicals that might harm the environment or the public . This makes it one of the fastest-acting treatments for killing Covid-19 particles .
Leo de Montaignac , CEO at Weedingtech , said : “ We began exploring other uses for the technology beyond weed control last year , including the elimination of viruses – something which is now more crucial than ever . As lockdown restrictions relax and children return to school and people enjoy public outdoor places again , it is vital they are safe . Foamstream can help by destroying coronavirus particles , preventing their transmission , and giving peace of mind to millions across the UK and many more around the world .”
He added : “ The applications of this are enormous . It can be used in sports stadiums , bus shelters , school playgrounds and parks . It can help make children ’ s play areas safe , as well as park seating , outdoor gyms , theme parks , beach front seating , station platforms and bus and tram stations .”
Until now , no other outdoor sanitisation technology has met all necessary criteria to be considered a viable solution in eliminating coronavirus . Foamstream is significantly faster and easier to use than most current manual sanitisation practices , like disinfectants . Furthermore , it ’ s approved for organic use and nontoxic , meaning it can be used in the majority of outdoor settings .
Given these breakthrough lab results , Foamstream will work with local municipalities and other landowners to help decontaminate public places so they are safer for people to use and enjoy .
Dr . Sandy Primrose MBE , UK renowned microbiologist , said : “ To date , deep-cleaning processes have typically involved various chemicals and presented several logistical challenges , particularly with larger spaces such as train stations , but
Foamstream scales up the process and offers an infinitely more effective and safe solution .”
How does it work ? Coronavirus particles begin to break down when subjected to heat upwards of 56 ° C / 133 ° F and the higher the temperature the faster the kill rate . Foamstream flows from the lance at 98 ° C / 208 ° F . The heat in the hot water is trapped on the virus by a biodegradable foam blanket , stopping the heat from escaping to the atmosphere . The wet heat destroys the lipid envelope that surrounds the virus making it non-infectious .
Given that Foamstream is chemicalfree , there ’ s no need to cordon off treatment areas prior to , during , or after treatment , as the product is safe for people , animals and delicate ecosystems . In addition , it can be used on flat and vertical surfaces too , making it highly effective , versatile , and user-friendly .
Foamstream systems are already in use for controlling vegetation across the world in cities including New York , Los Angeles , Seattle , Miami , Munich , Barcelona , Budapest , Manchester , Dublin , London , Auckland , Hong Kong and Montevideo . Global distribution is already established ( typically through Toro and John Deere distributors ) on five continents , making Foamstream technology easily accessible to all .
For further detail on Weedingtech and Foamstream , Please visit : www . weedingtech . com / whyfoamstream /
You can also see more about how Foamstream works , here : www . youtube . com / watch ? v = 4o1ROoBfGxY & feature = youtu . be
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