Protecting patients and healthcare workers through integrated technology for detection, analysis, decontamination, and verification.
Healthcare facilities face unique challenges in maintaining safe environments for patients, staff, and visitors. From healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) to hazardous gas exposure, these invisible threats can have serious consequences for patient outcomes and staff well-being.
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Every five minutes, a patient dies from a healthcare-associated infection (HAI) in the U.S. Surfaces transmit microbes that cause deadly infections and pose a serious risk to patient safety. Microbes move within healthcare settings via surfaces, yet most infection prevention strategies overlook surface safety issues beyond routine cleaning.
In the United States, 75,000 patients die every year from healthcare-associated infections, often caused by multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) like Clostridium difficile. EnviroDecon™ can help infection control and prevention specialists by inspecting surfaces and detecting bacteria and biofilm surface contamination to prevent contagious microbial illnesses.
MDROs are challenging to detect and often inadequately disinfected in hospital environments. Patients who enter contaminated hospital rooms are more likely to acquire these organisms. Additionally, healthcare workers play a critical role in transmitting pathogens from patient to patient. Contaminated environments also contribute significantly to pathogen transmission. EnviroDecon™ provides advanced detection technology, ensuring that infection control and prevention specialists can accurately identify and address contamination sources.
Disinfecting high-touch surfaces is essential because they can be reservoirs for infectious agents. High-touch surfaces near patients have a higher bioburden, leading to secondary transmission through direct contact with patients or via healthcare workers’ hands and visitors. Proper cleaning and disinfection in healthcare environments can reduce HAIs. Therefore, environmental cleaning and disinfection are vital components of a comprehensive strategy to eliminate HAIs, especially in units with immunocompromised patients. EnviroDecon™ aids in identifying high-contamination areas, ensuring comprehensive cleaning and disinfection.
Despite improved cleaning interventions, 5-30% of surfaces remain potentially contaminated because existing detergent formulations and disinfectants fail to disrupt biofilms. High-touch site-focused cleaning may also contribute to inadequate decontamination of the hospital environment, leading to cross-contamination of low-touch areas. Consequently, these areas can become reservoirs of significant pathogens, contributing to the hospital-wide spread of MDROs. EnviroDecon™ offers a comprehensive solution by detecting contamination across all surfaces, enabling targeted and effective cleaning strategies.
Improperly disinfected surfaces in healthcare facilities are a leading cause of healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs), which claim a life every five minutes in the U.S. The complexity of disinfecting surfaces extends beyond merely killing microbes; it involves ensuring that disinfectants are compatible with the surfaces they are used on. Incompatible disinfectants can cause damage, creating microbial reservoirs that harbor deadly microbes and making effective disinfection nearly impossible. EnviroDecon™ leverages advanced AI-powered multispectral fluorescence imaging to detect microbes and organic residues on surfaces.
If a site shows recurrent microbial contamination, it may indicate surface damage caused by incompatible detergents or cleaning supplies. The detection of fluorescence on a surface serves as a surrogate for identifying such damage, ensuring thorough inspection and safety. This technology helps maintain the functionality of critical equipment and protects both patients and healthcare workers from HAIs by addressing surface disinfectant incompatibility and preventing microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC).
EnviroDecon™ is an invaluable tool for infection control and prevention specialists. It provides detailed insights into surface contamination and ensures surface disinfectant compatibility, preventing the formation of microbial reservoirs and maintaining a clean and safe environment. Regular corrosion assessments and early intervention strategies can be implemented to mitigate the impact of MIC, safeguarding patients and staff.
Our technologies work together in a seamless workflow to provide comprehensive healthcare environmental decontamination solutions. This integrated approach ensures maximum effectiveness, efficiency, and verification of results for patient and staff safety.
Using fluorescence imaging and thermal imaging technologies to identify contamination and conditions favorable for microbial growth in healthcare settings.
Employing FTIR gas detection and other analytical methods to characterize healthcare-specific contamination.
Applying targeted Enviro DF-200 decontamination solutions using advanced application systems for maximum effectiveness in healthcare environments.
Confirming decontamination effectiveness through post-treatment imaging and analytical testing to ensure patient safety.
Our advanced fluorescence imaging technology provides real-time visualization of surface contamination that is invisible to the naked eye, enabling targeted decontamination in healthcare environments.
Instantly identify areas with high bioburden on surfaces throughout healthcare facilities, including patient rooms, operating rooms, and common areas. Our technology can detect organic residues that may harbor pathogens, even after standard cleaning procedures.
Identify biofilm formation on surfaces and equipment that can harbor antibiotic-resistant organisms. Biofilms can be up to 1,000 times more resistant to disinfectants than free-floating bacteria and are a major source of persistent contamination in healthcare settings.
Detect surface damage from incompatible disinfectants that can create microbial reservoirs. Our technology helps ensure that surfaces are not only clean but also intact and safe for patient care.
Confirm the effectiveness of cleaning and disinfection procedures through before-and-after imaging. This provides objective evidence of cleaning success and helps optimize environmental services protocols for maximum efficiency and pathogen reduction.
Our FTIR gas detection technology provides comprehensive analysis of airborne contaminants in healthcare settings, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
Detect and measure waste anesthetic gases (WAGs) in operating rooms and recovery areas. Exposure to WAGs can pose health risks to healthcare personnel, and our technology helps ensure compliance with occupational safety standards.
Monitor levels of sterilization chemicals such as ethylene oxide and hydrogen peroxide in sterile processing departments. This ensures that sterilization processes are effective and that residual chemicals do not pose a risk to staff or patients.
Identify and measure a wide range of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other airborne contaminants that can impact indoor air quality in healthcare facilities. This helps create a healthier environment for patients with respiratory conditions and other sensitivities.
Rapidly identify unknown chemical threats in emergency situations, such as chemical spills or suspected airborne hazards. Our technology provides critical information for first responders and hazardous materials teams to ensure a safe and effective response.
Identify hidden moisture in walls, ceilings, and floors that can lead to mold growth and structural damage. Early detection of moisture issues helps prevent the spread of mold and associated health problems for patients and staff.
Evaluate the performance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems by identifying air leaks, blockages, and temperature inconsistencies. This ensures that HVAC systems are operating efficiently and maintaining proper air quality and circulation.
Detect overheating components in electrical systems that could pose a fire risk. Regular thermal inspections of electrical panels, wiring, and equipment can help prevent electrical failures and improve facility safety.
Identify areas of heat loss or gain in the building envelope, such as windows, doors, and insulation. This helps improve energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, and maintain comfortable temperatures for patients and staff.
Neutralizes viruses, bateria (including C. diff spores and MRSA), fungi, and other harmful microorganisms. Provides a 7-log kill rate against biological agents.
Safe for use on a wide range of surfaces and equipment found in healthcare facilities, including sensitive electronics, plastics, and stainless steel. Non-corrosive and leaves minimal residue.
Quickly neutralizes contaminants, minimizing downtime for patient rooms, operating suites, and other critical areas. Effective in minutes, not hours.
Environmentally friendly and biodegradable. Low toxicity profile ensures safety for healthcare staff and patients when used as directed. No harmful byproducts.
Our solutions are tailored for the unique requirements of different healthcare environments.
Comprehensive environmental safety solutions for patient rooms, isolation rooms, and other care areas to prevent healthcare-associated infections and ensure patient safety.
Specialized solutions for operating rooms, procedure rooms, and recovery areas to maintain sterile environments and protect staff from hazardous exposures.
Environmental monitoring and decontamination solutions for sterile processing departments to ensure the safety of reprocessed medical devices and protect staff from chemical exposures.
Tailored solutions for specialty care areas such as oncology units, transplant units, neonatal intensive care, and burn units where patients are particularly vulnerable to environmental hazards.
Contact us today to learn how our integrated approach to healthcare environmental safety can help
reduce healthcare-associated infections, improve regulatory compliance, and create a safer
environment for patients and staff.
Comprehensive monitoring and control solutions for waste anesthetic gases in operating rooms, recovery areas, and dental suites.
Specialized environmental services for areas housing immunocompromised patients, including oncology units and transplant centers.
Environmental monitoring and control services during healthcare construction and renovation projects to prevent infection risks.
