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There are "tough" odors, and then there are those "impossible" odors.
Unfortunately, a foul odor is often not just in the carpet, but is absorbed by all the surfaces
in a room-absorbed by walls, ceiling, upholstery, drapes, furniture, mattresses, clothing, even
wood. Some examples are odors from a dead animal (or body), fire/smoke damage, water damage with
resulting mildew odors, mustiness, cigarette/cigar smoke, and chemical odors.
To remedy the situation, in addition to the "standard" methods, using chemicals, there is the Ozone option. Ozone is a gas and is chemically represented as 03. Oxygen is represented as 02. A molecule of Oxygen is composed of 2 atoms of Oxygen: 0-0. A molecule of Ozone, however, is composed of 3 atoms of Oxygen: 0-0-0. This third Oxygen atom in Ozone is very unstable and wants to react with an organic material, such as a foul odor.
Ozone can be thought of as Hydrogen Peroxide without
the water. Water is H2O or H-O-H. Hydrogen Peroxide is H202
or H-O-H-O.
Again, the extra Oxygen atom is very unstable and wants to react with an organic material such as
a foul odor, as well as with many organic stains. Ozone is a powerful oxidizer that breaks down odor
molecules and converts them into water vapor and other odorless, harmless gases without leaving a
perfume or any residue. The Ozone machines which Bane-Clene distributes generate Ozone automatically
using a low-wattage "corona" discharge.
Be sure to provide air agitation to ensure the Ozone reaches all affected areas because Ozone is heavier than air. Sometimes the Ozone source needs to be elevated and blowers need to be running to ensure good circulation.
Ozone machines are rated by a cubic foot capacity range. To convert the rating to the more familiar square feet, simply divide the rating by the ceiling height (usually eight or ten feet). Manufacturers' ratings are generally very optimistic.
As with almost any procedure, there are some precautions
that must be taken if using the Ozone treatment. Excessive Ozone exposure
can cause color loss or hue shifts, with dyed acetate fabrics being the
most sensitive. Rubber or rubber-based fabrics tend to deteriorate in
the presence of Ozone. Ozone should not be used in areas where people,
animals or plants are present. After treatment with Ozone, all areas should
be thoroughly ventilated, with one or more full air exchanges prior to
occupancy, supplemented by the use of portable blowers and fans for agitation
where needed, for about thirty minutes. Cleaning should be conducted AFTER
Ozone treatment because some solvents and detergents decrease Ozone effectiveness.
At one of our monthly schools, one of our equipment owners said he loved his Ozone machine because it made money for him while he was sound asleep! Would you like to have this kind of profit-making in your business?
Through one of the most powerful, efficient, and economical
oxidizing agents known to mankind, ozone, these electrically-operated
machines eliminate organic odors such as smoke, mildew, vomit, some pet
odors, and perspiration.
Ozone (O3) is produced by lightning in nature.
It is the sweet smell left in the air after a strong electrical storm.
Instead of lightning, the machines use precisely-controlled electrical
energy to generate ozone. It is yours for the making—anytime.
The Sonozaire
Ozone Machine disperses the manufactured ozone and oxidizes the odor or
bacteria in the air, thus eliminating the problem permanently.
Sonozaire models are industrial ozone generators that are capable of high levels
of ozone. These units do not use any chemicals, operate unattended, and need only occasional cleaning
and maintenance. They contain electrical and electronic components to generate ozone, using only
small amounts of electricity. Ozone output is 100% adjustable to match the odor
levels. Sonozaire units are built of heavy-duty aluminum construction. They are ideal for applications
that need high ozone levels to remove malodorous situations such as garbage, fire and smoke, sewage,
animals, decaying organic matter, chemicals, etc. Sonozaire units destroy odors, retard bacterial
growth and slime production, and circulate the ozone allowing it to destroy the odor molecules. Industrial
ozone generators are designed to be used in uninhabited areas, or used at volumes that are limited
by OSHA or EPA regulations.
Related Articles and Information:
Nondiscountable - Free Freight Policy does not apply
Small # 30960 $525.00
New, smaller size - perfect for use in used cars and other small areas.
Designed along the same lines as the larger Sonozaire ozone generators,
but smaller and lighter.
Comes with a 12-hour timer and an ozone level knob for ozone output control.
Protect from water and weather.
1 1/2" hose and hose clamps are separate.
Room Volume............1,000 to 5,000 cu. ft.
Fire Restoration Room Size............800 cu. ft.
Dimensions...........12.4 x 10.7 x 6.5 inches
Weight............9 lbs.
Medium # 30961 $845.00
Room Volume............2,500 to 15,000 cu. ft.
Fire Restoration Room Size............1,700 cu. ft.
Dimensions............22-1/4 x 24 x 9-1/4 inches
Weight............37 lbs.
Large # 30962 $1,415.00
Room Volume............6,000 to 150,000 cu. ft.
Fire Restoration Room Size............7,500 cu. ft.
Dimensions............24 x 24 x 14 inches
Weight............75 lbs.
Note: This item is not available for purchase on-line.
Please call a Bane-Clene customer service representative at 800-428-9512 (U.S. ONLY!) to order.
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