Extensive research and development has led to the invention and construction of the Globair™ Ultraviolet Air Sterilization and Odor Elimination Systems. Our systems have been specifically designed for use in any occupied indoor environment, including those of the healthcare, aviation (in flight), and hospitality industries, as well as in most commercial, industrial, and residential environments. Globair™’s patent pending technology has been proven to effectively eliminate airborne Bacteria, Viruses, Mold, Spores, and Fungi, and the effectiveness of Ultraviolet UV-C light and ozone has been recognized by every major health organization worldwide. The management team is an experienced, highly skilled and qualified group who has combined their efforts and expertise to bring you the finest, safest, and most efficient air sterilization on the market today. Our team has specialized in the air purification industry for over 20 years and offers you technical, engineering, and design support for your particular air sterilization and odor elimination needs.
What are the machine's product features and benefits?
How is the Ambient Air Purification System constructed?
What sterilization and odor eradication systems are available?
What is ultraviolet (uv) technology?
How does the Ambient Air Purifier work?
What are the advantages of the air sterilization systems?
What are the machine's Features and Benefits?
The Glōbair™ systems are 99% effective in destroying most airborne pathogens, such as Bacteria, Viruses, Mold, Mildew, Spores and Fungi, producing a cleaner, healthier indoor environment. In fact, in a quality test of the ultraviolet bulb currently used in both our GE01 Non- Ozone producing system and in our ZOGE 02 (see system descriptions below under ‘Equipment Options’) conducted by the Nanjing Disease Precaution and Control Center, it had a rate of sterilization of E Coli and Staphylococcus aureus of ³ 99.9%. More recently, in the summer of 2005, the Prototype of the GE01 was tested by the College of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Colorado at Boulder, and was found to eradicate 99% of Mycobacterium Parafortuitum cells (Tuberculosis-causing bacteria) and 73% of Bacillus subtilius cells (lab created surrogate for Anthrax spores) in 0.15 seconds in its first pass.
According to a recent report entitled “Unnecessary Deaths” released by the Committee to Reduce Infectious Deaths” (RID) and co-sponsored by the National Center for Policy Analysis, one out of every 20 hospital patients gets an infection while in the hospital. The report shows that hospital infections add $30 billion a year to the nation’s hospital costs. These infections are almost all preventable, according to the report, and the Glōbair™ GE01 is a solution to effectively combat these hospital infections.
Glōbair™ also manufactures ozone producing systems, which are specifically designed to not only sterilize the air and surface pathogens, but also to eliminate unwanted odors.
Our systems are portable (13 lbs approximate.) and completely self-contained, making use and placement as easy and versatile as possible. They may also be permanently mounted to any surface, such as walls or ceilings, if desired. Our systems require no filter cleaning, changing, or replacement and are virtually maintenance free. Our systems can be easily configured for a variety of applications, spaces, and locations, from the smallest of households to the largest commercial and mass transportation environments.
The Medical Grade (meaning they do not emit any unwanted byproducts such as volatile organic compounds or VOC’s) Germicidal Ultraviolet bulbs used in our systems are rated at 10,000 hours of continuous operation. In timed applications in our ozone producing units, it is not unusual for these bulbs to last two to three years. There are no filters to change and no parts to wear out. We do however recommend that you keep your system clean and free of dirt, obstructions, and moisture. Back
How is the Ambient Air Purification System constructed?
Our systems are not filtration systems. Our systems are not “Corona Discharge” units. Our systems are notionizers. Our systems have a clear advantage over conventional Indoor Air Quality Systems (IAQ) because they will eliminate and destroy airborne pathogens, rather than simply capturing and condensing them through ordinary filtration, HEPA, or otherwise, and the ozone producing systems will eliminate odors through oxidation, rather than simply ‘masking’ the odor. Our systems efficiently and quietly purify and sterilize airspaces using Medical Grade Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI) and a unique (Patent Pending) 3-stage air processing facility. Robust and durable construction allows for maximum reliability and durability. Back
Are there system options?
One and two lamp systems, in various output configurations are available for immediate delivery. Special order configurations are also available to meet unique customer requirements. All of our systems are available with or without ozone production.
Available ozone producing systems are intended for use in Commercial and Industrial applications on a timed or scheduled basis in occupied environments, and on a continuous basis in unoccupied spaces, to completely deodorize and sanitize. We recommend that you initially limit the use of our ozone producing systems to 15 minutes per hour in occupied environments (see “What is ozone?” and “How much ozone do I need?” sections below for more detail). Back
What sterilization and odor eradication systems are available?
GE01
This system contains one Medical Grade Germicidal Ultraviolet bulb that does not emit ozone, for constant sterilization of room air. While this option precludes the deodorization capability of the ozone producing systems by Glōbair™, the continuous sterilization provides unmatched control of airborne bacteriological contaminants and pathogens such as Bacteria, Viruses, Mold, Mildew, Spores and Fungi. Ideal for use where bacteriological contaminants and pathogens are present on a regular basis (in Hospitals, for example), where the use of ozone is not recommended due to constant occupancy, and where odor elimination is not of primary concern. Recommended applications include Doctor’s Offices, Schools, Daycare Facilities, Laboratories, Hospitals, Operating Rooms, Intensive Care Units, Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, Private Homes, Cruise Ships, Schools, Prisons, Army Barracks, Clinics, Bio Clean Rooms, and anywhere airborne pathogens are present.
ZONE1
This system contains one Medical Grade Ultraviolet bulb that deodorizes the air and sterilizes surface pathogens simultaneously, on a timed basis. This system, as are all Glōbair™ systems, is equipped with an easy to program digital timer with 8 different cycles, as well as a manual override. It produces ozone at the rate of 1700 mg/hour.
Recommended applications, in addition to those applications for which the GE01 is recommended, include Hotels, Casinos, Restaurants, Cocktail Lounges and Bars, Supermarkets, Office Buildings, Bingo Halls, Food and Produce storage Facilities, Boats, Automobiles, Recreational Vehicles, Basements and other damp places, fish stores, kitchen and food preparation areas, beauty and/or nail salons, dry cleaning facilities, Health Clubs, Gymnasiums, Indoor Swimming Pools, Locker Rooms, Heat Pump and Air Conditioning installations, and garbage holding areas.
ZONE2
This system contains two Medical Grade Ultraviolet bulbs identical to that contained in the ZONE1 system. Accordingly, it does what the ZONE1 system does, with twice the output, and twice as fast. It produces ozone at the rate of 3400 mg/hour.
Recommended applications, in addition to those applications for which the Zone 1 is recommended, include Funeral Homes, Laboratories, Medical Examiner and Coroner’s Offices, Garbage and Garbage Chute areas in High Rise Buildings, Fire and Flood Restoration, Carpet Cleaning Facilities, Restrooms, and any other indoor environment where heavy concentrations of Smoke, Chemicals, or other strong odors reside.
ZOGE02
This system contains one Medical Grade Ultraviolet bulb identical to that contained in the GE01, and one Medical Grade Ultraviolet bulb identical to that contained in the ZONE1. The constant disinfection can provide continuous control of airborne bacteriological contaminants such as Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, Spores, Mold and Mildew, while eliminating odor on a timed or scheduled basis.
This solution is truly the “best of both worlds” and is an ideal solution for any of the applications outlined above as well as any indoor environment in which constant air sterilization and periodic odor elimination is desired. Back
What is Ultraviolet Technology?
The Glōbair™ Ultraviolet (UV) Light Systems were developed to meet the highly specialized needs of professional applications where temperature, humidity, or other environmental considerations require highly effective technology with low maintenance requirements. Compact design and ultra-reliable output was required to prosper in such aggressive environments; to meet these rigors, Global Air Purification Products, Inc. developed the Ultraviolet (UV) Light Series featuring a two-piece powder coated chassis, and an integrated programmable digital timer with long-life Medical Grade technology.
Glōbair™ Ultraviolet (UV) Light technology is ideally suited for applications where either portability or permanent mounting is specified and routine operation is anticipated. Ultraviolet Light technology is relatively impervious to the effects of low temperature, high humidity, and high particulate (solid) content in the environment. Back
How does the Ambient Air Purification System work?
The Glōbair™ units house the UV lamps in an irradiation chamber and the device may contain one, two, three, four or more of the UV lamps to best suit the operational environment. The lamps are housed in a sealed enclosure that has an air intake opening on each side, a unique diffusive 3-chamber internal design, and an exhaust opening. The three unique internal chambers are (1) Intake Chamber, (2) Irradiation Chamber and (3) Exhaust Chamber. Air is pulled through the device by a radial fan mounted in close proximity to the exhaust opening. Air from the environment enters the device at relatively high velocity through the intake opening and into the intake chamber where the air velocity is gradually decreased, by increasing the cross-sectional area downstream.
The air then enters the Irradiation Chamber where it is further slowed down and exposed to the UV-emitting lamps. After the air passes the lamps, it is drawn into the Exhaust Chamber and the Purified Air is then expelled by the fan at a relatively high velocity through the exhaust opening and back into the environment where the air is dispersed 360○.
The ozone producing systems by Globair™ eliminate odors by producing controllable levels of ozone and applying it directly to the source of the odor. The ozone is created by electronically converting oxygen into ozone by Medical Grade Germicidal Ultraviolet (UV) Light. Ozone will Eliminate Odors, and Kill Bacteria, Mold, and Mildew through a process called "Oxidation"; Ultraviolet Light will naturally destroy bacteria, virus, mold and mildew on contact. This two-pronged attack makes the Air Sterilization Systems by Globair™ the ideal solution for source control of Odors, Germs, Mold, and Mildew - safely and naturally. Back
What are the advantages of the air sterilization system?
The Air Sterilization System by Glōbair™ cleans and sterilizes the air in two ways – with Medical Grade Germicidal Ultra Violet Light and Ozone. Both processes are natural and do not rely on man-made chemicals. Germicidal UV Light can kill Mold, Bacteria, Viruses and Germs in the air, while Ozone can destroy odors and contaminants in the air, and on many surfaces.
Unlike ‘Corona Discharge’ Ozone Generators, the Glōbair™ systems are not affected by temperature or humidity, and may be used in oxygen rich and potentially flammable environments where the creation of a spark by a Corona Discharge Generator could be potentially dangerous or fatal.
Designed specifically to perform in these harsh environments, the Glōbair™ systems are not only highly effective in these applications; they will operate effectively with minimal care and maintenance. If your application demands reliable operation, minimal maintenance and long product life, the Glōbair™ systems are the solution. Back
Where should I place my Ambient Air Purification system?
For maximum dispersion and effectiveness, Glōbair™ recommends placing their systems as high as physically possible in the room, for instance on the top of a bookshelf. Ozone is heavier than air; meaning that once the Ozone has left the generator it will fall through the air as it disperses through the room. The GE01 non-ozone producing system should not be placed on the ground or obstructed but need not be placed high in the room to be effective. Back
What is germicidal ultraviolet light?
Technically speaking, Ultraviolet Light is a narrow portion of the visible light spectrum and is classified into three wavelength ranges: UV-A, from 315 nm to 400 nm (long wavelength), UV-B, from 280 nm to 315 nm, and UV-C, from 100 nanometers (nm) to 280 nm (short wavelength).
Short wave ultraviolet (UV-C) light at a wavelength of 253.7 nm is germicidal. It deactivates the DNA of microorganisms such as Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, Protozoa, and Algae, destroying their ability to multiply or replicate and cause disease, rendering them non-infectious. In nature, ultraviolet light from the sun kills bacteria and viruses in the air by breaking down the actual cells of the germs. This is one of the reasons that colds are more common during seasons where there is little sun. Germicidal Ultraviolet Light – the most potent form of UV Light – has been used for over 100 years to sterilize air and water and is recognized internationally as a reliable method to eliminate most germs, viruses, and bacteria. Back
What is ozone?
Ozone is a very chemically active, colorless gas made up of three oxygen atoms per molecule rather than the two atoms that make up the oxygen which we breathe every day. For this reason Ozone is often referred to as “Activated Oxygen” or “Tri-Oxygen”. Ozone is created in nature when “normal” oxygen is subject to a high voltage charge (in the form of lightning) or to ultraviolet (UV) light in the atmosphere.
The exposure to electricity or UV light breaks the oxygen molecule apart into two individual oxygen (O) atoms. These “free” oxygen atoms temporarily bond to the remaining oxygen molecules to form Ozone. When emitted into the indoor atmosphere Ozone works in much the same way, casting off its third or ‘extra’ oxygen molecule which attaches itself to the odorous pollutant, whether in the air or on surfaces, oxidizing the offending pollutant, eliminating the odor and sterilizing the air. It does not ‘mask’ the odor-it instead combines with the unpleasant smelling element and chemically alters it into an inert element with no odor characteristics. Globair™ ozone producing systems use UV light to generate ozone. Its Medical Grade UV lamps efficiently convert oxygen to ozone.
There is a great deal of confusion surrounding ozone. Most people have heard about the ozone layer in the atmosphere, which protects life on earth from the potentially harmful effects of the sun’s rays, and is being slowly eroded by various pollutants (i.e. the “hole” in the ozone layer). This is what the EPA refers to as “good ozone” which occurs naturally in the Stratosphere approximately 10-30 miles above the earth’s surface. If natural ozone ceased to exist, life on this planet would also cease to exist. Often ozone (a colorless gas) is mistakenly referred to as smog (ask any Californian-smog is definitely not colorless), which is actually a combination of Hydrocarbons created from Industrial Emissions, Gasoline Vapors, and Motor Vehicle Exhausts that react with UV rays from the sun to form Nitric Oxides.
This is what the EPA refers to as “bad ozone” and what we commonly refer to as Pollution, which can contribute to Heart Disease, lung Cancer, and Asthma. Where Pollution levels are high, there will be a lot of naturally produced ozone as a chemical byproduct of these pollutants. The EPA sums it up best: “We live with ozone every day. It can protect life on earth or harm it”. Interestingly enough, when we receive a ‘smog alert’ we are ordered to remain indoors. It is in the indoor environment that Glōbair™ systems have the ability to combat disease and control infection. Our competitors that do not use this technology prey on people’s fears and confusion surrounding the “bad ozone” or smog outdoors and disseminate misinformation, misquote the EPA (which regulates outdoor air quality) and other agencies, to dissuade the public from using ‘harmful’ ozone generators in favor of their often ineffective technologies.
Several Federal agencies have established standards or recommendations for acceptable human exposure to ozone, based on continuous exposure 8 hours per day, 5 days per week. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires ozone output of indoor medical devices to be limited to .05 parts per million (ppm). Interestingly enough, the FDA and its Department of Human Health and Services, in 2001, amended the food additive regulations to provide for the safe use of ozone in gaseous and aqueous forms as an anti microbial agent for the preparation, packing, treatment, storage, and processing of foods, including meat and poultry, as well as raw agricultural commodities. Because of the very short half-life of ozone, especially when contacting materials capable of being Oxidized, like Foodstuffs, no ozone is actually incorporated into the foods themselves. It is particularly effective in combating E. Coli and Salmonella.. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) require that workers not be exposed to an average concentration of more than .10 ppm for 8 hours. The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recommend an upper limit of .10 ppm, and EPA’s National Ambient Air Quality (NAAQ) Standard for ozone is a maximum 8 hour average outdoor concentration of .08 ppm.
When ozone is used for indoor odor elimination, it must be monitored to ensure that the level does not get too high, which is easily detected by a smell akin to bleach. Ozone is very effective against bacteria because even concentrations as low as .01 ppm are toxic to bacteria. Clearly, levels of ozone for air purification in the range of .01 to .05 ppm are obviously safe. The “sweet” smell of ozone can be detected around .01 ppm. As a rule of thumb, as long as you don’t allow the “fresh” smell to turn into a bleach or chlorine or ‘electric’ type smell, the indoor ozone level in occupied spaces will remain within recommended safe levels.
Common sense must prevail: If you detect that bleach or chlorine like smell when the environment is occupied, simply turn the system off using the manual override or on/off switch. In practice, the ozone level to be administered is a function of the volume of the space, the severity of the odor problem, and whether the space is occupied or not. This is why we recommend that in occupied environments, you initially restrict the use of ozone to 15 minutes per hour, and then increase the level and time of exposure gradually as needed so that the air smells fresh and clean, the problem odors are no longer present, and there is no bleach or chlorine-like irritating odor present.
In environments with heavy concentrations of smoke or other foul odors, the easy and obvious solution is to run the ozone producing systems on a continuous basis for several hours while the environment is unoccupied, such as overnight. All of this is of course facilitated by our built- in 8 cycle timer. Back
How does ozone works?
Ozone works to eliminate odors through a process called oxidation. The combination of the three oxygen atoms forming ozone is very unstable; the compound would actually prefer to “lose” one oxygen atom and revert back to oxygen. For this to happen, the “third” oxygen atom must bond with another molecule to form a more stable compound. This is oxidation.
In practice, the unstable third oxygen atom of the Ozone breaks away from the molecule and bonds with airborne chemical contaminants present in the environment. Back
How long does ozone lasts?
As an unstable chemical compound, ozone has a limited life span. The length of time that it takes for ozone in a specific environment to decay or react with other contaminants is referred to, as it’s “half life.” The half-life of ozone is dependant (to a certain degree) on environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, and contaminant concentration; however a good estimate of half-life is 18 minutes.
This means that in 18 minutes or less, all of the ozone present in an environment will have either oxidized contaminants present in the air or, if there are no more contaminants to react with, will have reverted back to oxygen. Regardless of the length of time the ozone remains in the air, once a contaminant has been oxidized it will not return. Back
How much ozone do I need?
Generally speaking, Glōbair™ recommends using as little ozone as possible to treat offensive odors. Due to the oxidizing nature of ozone, there is no benefit to “over saturating” an enclosed area for anything less than garbage odors or fire or flood restoration projects. Once the ozone has oxidized the contaminant, there is nothing left to attack, the contaminant has been destroyed. The use of ozone to clean contaminants from the air is very similar to the use of chlorine to clean the water in a swimming pool.
Low concentrations of chlorine are constantly circulated throughout a swimming pool to continuously maintain the water while occupied by swimmers. Occasionally, however, swimming pools require a "shock" of much higher concentrations of chlorine to address specific water quality issues. It is not recommended that swimmers be allowed in the water while the pool is being shocked, as the chlorine concentration is very high. It is, however, safe to swim in the pool shortly after it has been ‘shocked’ and while it is being constantly treated with low levels of chlorine. Back