The First Food-Safe Non-hazardous Concentrated Cleaners For Refrigeration and AC from Gel-clear

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The First Food-Safe Non-hazardous Concentrated Cleaners For Refrigeration and AC from Gel-clear

Gel-clear, the refrigeration cleaning specialist, will be introducing concentrated versions of its popular non-hazardous food-safe cleaners: Eco-clear refrigeration sanitising cleaner and Air-clear HVAC coil sanitising cleaner.

At the same time, Gel-clear will unveil Ice Clean, its first specialist cleaner for ice machines.

Created with performance in mind the new range are 10 times more concentrated than any other concentrate on the market and are built on the Gel- clear ethos of solution lead, quality products.

These high performance products are the first non-hazardous concentrates on the market, with no COSHH requirements, and are NSF-accredited for safe use in food preparation areas.

Tested to BSEN 1276 and BSEN1650 certifying standards both GOV.UK and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) offer EN1276 as a standard for cleaning to kill COVID19.

The new range of concentrates are more than just cleaners - utilising Gel-clear’s unique, award winning antibacterial coating method which a leaves long-lasting antibacterial shield on the coil and condensate pan improving performance and air quality in the process.

The new cleaners come in easyto-use 250ml bottles and 100ml pouches with each handy 250 ml dispensing bottle containing enough to dilute to 20 litres, which is enough to clean coil & pans on 40 cabinets.

Ice-clean, Gel-clear’s first ice machine cleaner and sanitiser incorporates the same longlasting coating and like the rest of the range is non-hazardous.

It comes in a 250ml litre bottle and has been independently tested to surgical- grade sanitising standards to be effective against Human Coronavirus (ATCC VR-740), Avian Influenza, Hepatitis, Hong Kong flu, HIV type 1, & 2, E-coli, Listeria, Salmonella, MRSA and many others.

Keeping the components in ice machines free from bacterial biofilms is essential – biofilm ‘slimes’ are a big problem and the long lasting Gel-clear coating will keep the unit cleaner for longer.

Managing director Paurick Gaughan says “Our new concentrates prove that you don’t need to suffer harsh chemicals to provide efficient cleaning. With these new concentrates, contractors can really get more protection and less chemicals.”

The company will still be selling the non-concentrate versions of the cleaners providing contractors and their clients the widest possible choice.

Available to buy online and through wholesalers from 29th June 2020, visit our website for more details : www.gel-clear.co.uk

COVID-19 Update: Star Refrigeration Urges Customers to Maintain Legal Compliance

Star Refrigeration is urging customers to ensure plant and equipment remains legally compliant during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Star is advising customers that it is crucial to consider ongoing legislation relating to the safe operation of refrigeration and HVAC equipment. The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) recently stipulated the need for duty holders to remain compliant with regulations during the COVID-19 lockdown.

In line with government guidance, Star is carrying out vital service work for existing customers, to ensure continuity and compliance with refrigeration industry regulations. Star is also providing critical repair and maintenance services to essential industries during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Star Refrigeration Operations Director James Ward says: “We are continuing to undertake all essential maintenance work to ensure the smooth running of equipment and compliance with HSE regulations. Despite the current circumstances, it is important that plant operators continue to meet ongoing legal requirements.”

James Ward adds: “Star is committed to carrying out the necessary inspections and taking corrective actions to support our customers and provide continuity throughout this challenging time.”

Star’s nationwide refrigeration engineering team is continuing to operate in order to provide an essential support service for food production, processing, storage and distribution. Throughout the lockdown, Star has also provided critical repair and maintenance for cooling systems in key industries, including healthcare and IT/communication.

Star is UK’s largest refrigeration engineering company, with over 100 field engineering staff currently in operation across the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic. Star is working carefully within government guidelines to provide on-site maintenance support, whilst ensuring the safety of staff, customers and the wider community.

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Weiss Technik develops new, hygienic aircooling system with unique four-stage safety concept and innovative thermal disinfection

Vindur® Top helps to prevent the spread of bacteria, mould and viruses

The current Coronavirus outbreak has increased awareness of hygienic room climate issues, ventilation and air-conditioning systems in public buildings, be it hospitals, universities, schools or nurseries. If planned poorly or not serviced properly, air conditioning units can quickly turn into transmitters of disease-causing germs. Weiss Technik, a manufacturer of environmental simulation, heat and pharmaceutical technology and air solutions, has developed an innovative recirculating aircoolingsystem that helps to prevent the growth and spread of bacteria, mould and viruses.

The hygienic air cooling system Vindur® Top was developed specially for use in hospitals, on wards and in examination rooms, for public and industrial buildings, as well as for hotels and the private sector. It is often used as a supplementary or retrofit solution if the existing primary building climate equipment is no longer sufficient and additional cooling is required.

Vindur® Top is equipped with a new, unique four-stage safety concept for these special requirements: • HEPA filters: A twostage filter concept filters 99.99% of all microorganisms, bacteria and viruses from the air. • UV lamps reliably kill viruses, germs and bacteria that have been accumulated on the particulate air filter.

• Antimicrobial Interior

Coating: The inner plates of the cooler are coated with silver ions which destroy viruses, bacteria, germs and mould.

• Thermal disinfection:

After the unit is switched off, heat exchangers and condensate drip tray are heated sequentially for about 10 minutes to approx. 70 °C. This dries out the biofilm resulting from the cooling process, reliably killing microorganisms and viruses.

Improving hygiene with hygienic air-cooling units

Hygienic air-cooling units are recirculating air systems which are often used as supplementary or retrofit solutions if the primary building climate equipment is not dimensioned sufficiently for all rooms, or if additional cooling is required. As air cools, condensate can form, providing a breeding ground for bacteria and mould. These develop in particular while the unit is not running, and can be spread to all rooms when the equipment is put back into operation. To prevent this, Vindur® Top is equipped with a two-level filter (intake side PM1/≥ 50%, pressure side PM1/≥ 80% or H14 as an option to prevent viruses).

Thermal disinfection kills micro-organisms

To improve hygiene further, Vindur® Top units can be equipped with optional thermal disinfection. This newly developed method effectively prevents the growth of micro-organisms such as bacteria and mould in the airconditioning unit. Here, the heat exchanger and condensate drip tray are heated and dried completely in turn, controlled by a humidity sensor, so that all microorganisms are safely destroyed.

Simple handling, two model variants

Vindur® Top hygienic air-cooling units can either be mounted on the ceiling or, equipped with intake and pressure side duct connections, integrated into a suspended ceiling. They have an energy-efficient EC fan and a cooler with condensate lifting pump. Air quantity and temperature can be controlled easily and comfortably via the DDC control with web visualisation using the room control panel or touch display. In addition, their smooth surfaces make them easy to clean and disinfect. All the relevant unit parts can be accessed easily through the downward-opening housing flap. This guarantees the straightforward replacement of spare parts.

Malcolm Youll, Managing Director of Weiss Technik UK Ltd, said: “Viruses and bacteria can spread very easily, which is particularly dangerous in rooms with sick patients. That’s why it is so important to ensure these areas have optimal air hygiene. Our new hygienic air-cooling unit Vindur® Top helps to provide hygienic cooling and prevent the growth and spread of mould, bacteria and viruses. Once installed, all maintenance and service work can be carried out quickly and easily, and thanks to the web visualisation all installed parts and operating states can be checked and monitored at all times.”