SANYO Virus Washer Air Purifier
Air Care ?"WASH" it with water

The SANYO Virus Washer have been used in New York airports and schools to fight against the spread of H1N1 (Swine Flu) as well as other airborne contaminants.

Suitable for use in homes, nurseries, schools, playgrounds, workplaces, hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, dental practices, elderly homes, hotels, restaurants, stores, airports, gyms & more.

Choose enhanced virus protection
A new standard in air purification

Viruses Typically, each one of us breathes in around 15,000 litres (15 cubic meters) of air each day. Since air is so vital to our very existence, it makes sense to think very carefully about the quality of this remarkable but invisible substance.

In every building where people gather, airborne micro-organisms, which can cause health risks to humans, are present. Viruses can easily spread from person to person causing a significant effect on staffing levels, productivity and efficiency at work.

It is estimated that the recent outbreak of Norovirus, 'the winter vomiting bug' reached epidemic levels striking down over 2.8 million people in the UK at a rate of 200,000 per week, causing widespread disruption to hospitals, schools and workplaces around the country.

With hospital 'superbugs' such as MRSA and Clostridium difficile continuing to cause the health service significant problems, the need for effective ways of combating airborne micro organisms is ever increasing.

The World Health Organization recently declares the H1N1 swine flu a worldwide pandemic, new cases are doubling every week. To keep the air safe and healthy in public places, there is a real need for systems that can effectively treat the air.

SANYO is justifiably proud to introduce Virus Washer that, using a patented electrolysed water technology, literally wash the air of airborne viruses and bacteria, to create a new standard in air purification and a cleaner environment for you, your loved ones, your clients and your colleagues to live, meet and work in.

How a virus infects a cell

A virus infects the healthy cell when the spikes on it's surface attach to a receptor on the cell's membrane enabling the virus RNA to be transferred to the cell.

How Virus Washer works

Electrolysed water is created by combining tap water and electricity. When tap water is electrolysed the chorine ions present form hydroxyl radicals and hypochlorous acid which work together to destroy the spikes on the surface of the virus. This allows it to wrap around, disinfect and deodorise airborne viruses, bacteria and mould as well as dust mite faeces and odour molecules. This prevents the Virus from attaching to and infecting healthy cells.

Controls airborne viruses1, pollen2, and allergens*3

Suppress

viruses*1

Destroys the surface protein of the virus.

Controls

Pollen*2

Wraps around the pollen
and deforms the surface.

Removes

odours

Water wraps around and decomposes odour molecules.

Power Mist mode provides even faster and more powerful purification.

Pressing the Power Mist mode button discharges disinfectant electrolytic mist at full power for about 30 minutes. This quickly suppresses even bacteria and viruses that have adhered to your clothing or hair while you were outdoors.

Removal of airborne bacteria by disinfectant electrolytic mist

Removal of airborne bacteria by disinfectant electrolytic mist
Test institute: Kitasato Research Center of Environmental Sciences.

Disinfectant electrolytic mist was released into a 1-cubic-meter test chamber containing airborne bacteria. With the air purifier operated in normal mode and power mist mode, bacteria were collected periodically and the number of airborne bacteria were evaluated.

Virus Washer Technology - Tested and Proven around the world.

Virus Suppression

Norovirus

Avian Influenza (H5)

Airborne Viruses
99.5%
reduction*1

Disinfectant Effect

Bacteria

Mould

Airborne Bacteria
99%
reduction*5

Airborne Mould
99%
reduction*6

Allergy Control

Pollen

Dust Mites

Pollen
95%
reduction*2

Dust Mite feces
& Shells
99%
reduction*3

The British Allergy Foundation - SEAL OF APPROVAL

Dandruff from Dogs / Cats
97%
reduction*4

Deodorising Effect

Cigarette

Pet

Speedy deodorisation of
Cigarette Odour,
Pet Odour*7 ,
and Others*8

*1: Test method: Disinfectant electrolytic mist was released into a 1-cubic-meter test chamber containing airborne viruses. The viruses were collected and their infectious capacity was measured by TCID50 assay. Testing organization: Kitasato Institute Medical Center Hospital, Research Center for Medical Environment.
*2: Testing method: Disinfectant electrolytic mist was released into a 0.275-cubic-meter test chamber containing pollen particles and the reduction in the number of pollen particles was evaluated by the enzyme antibody method. Testing organization: Osaka Medical College
*3: Test method: Disinfectant electrolytic mist was released into a 0.275-cubic-meter test chamber containing dust mite particles, and the reduction in the number of dust mite particles was evaluated by the enzyme antibody method. Testing organization: Kobe University School of Medicine
*4: Test method: Disinfectant electrolytic mist was released into a 0.275-cubic-meter test chamber containing dog and cat dandruff allergens, and the reduction in the number of dandruff allergens was evaluated by the enzyme antibody method (ELISA). Testing organization: Oriental Yeast Co., Ltd.
*5: Testing method: Mold particles were suspended in an approximately 9-cubic-meter test chamber and disinfectant electrolytic mist was released into the chamber. An air sampler was used to evaluate the number of residual airborne mold particles. Testing organization: Japan Food Research Laboratories.
*6: Test method: Disinfectant electrolytic mist was released into a 1-cubic-meter test chamber containing airborne bacteria. An air sampler was used to evaluate the number of residual airborne bacteria. Testing organization: Kitasato Institute Medical Center Hospital, Research Center for Medical Environment.
*7: Test method: Three gases with different odors (acetaldehyde, acetic acid, and ammonia) were released into a 0.275-cubic-meter test chamber and then passed through a disinfectant element. The percentage of residual gas was then measured. Testing organization: SANYO Electric.
*8: Test method: Four gases with different odors (ammonia, acetic acid, trimethylamine and methyl mercaptan) were released into a 0.275-cubic-meter test chamber and then passed through a disinfectant element. The percentage of residual gas was then measured. Testing organization: SANYO Electric.

A long-lasting disinfectant effect quickly cleans the air throughout a room

There are many objects in a room, like tables and sofas, that obstruct the flow of air. To resolve this problem, SANYO uses a system that disperses electrolytic mist in three directions: upward, to the left, and to the right. This long-lasting disinfectant mist envelops a room to reach every spot, even areas adjacent to furniture.

You can find contaminants even in places like these.

The collected particles and odours are removed by a 5-layer, high-performance filter.

The virus washer also contains a 5 layer filter system which includes an allergy blocking, disinfectant HEPA filter. This wide, multi-directional air intake filter powerfully collects dust, traps odours and removes micron-sized contaminants. And it was awarded the British Allergy Foundation prestigious Seal of Approval.

Removes large particles such as lint.
The filter can be washed in water or cleaned with a vacuum cleaner for easy maintenanace.

Odours

Suppreses trapped bacteria, dust mite feces, and pollen.

Mould and bateria 99% reduction*1	Dust mite feces 99% reduction*2	Pollen 99% reduction*3

Removes 99.97% of fine particles measuring only 0.3 micron.

Bacteria	Mould	Dust mite feces
Pollen	House dust	Dust

Captures and removes odours (from cigarette and pets) and formaldehyde

Odours	NOx (from exhaust gas)	Formaldehyde*4

Formulated with an antibacterial agent containing catechin. Inactivates trapped bacteria and viruses.

Mould & Bacteria 99% reduction*1	Viruses 99% reduction*5

*1: Test method: Disinfection of bacteria trapped by the filter. Measured using a film adhesion method. Testing organisation: Japan Food Research Laboratories
*2 : Testing method: Suppression of dust mite feces and shells trapped by the filter. Measured by the enzyme antibody method (ELISA). Testing organisation: Shinshu University, Faculty of Textile Science & Technology
*3: Testing method: Suppression of pollen trapped by the filter. Measured using an electrical induction method. Testing organisation: Shinshu University, Faculty of Textile Science & Technology
*4: Testing method: Inactivates of viruses trapped by the filter. Measured using an antiviral test method. Testing organisation: Osaka Prefectural Institute of Public Health.
*5: Testing method: Three gases with different odours (acetaldehyde, acetic acid, and ammonia) were released into a 0.275 cubic meter test chamber and then passed through a disinfectant element. The percentage of residual gas was then measured. Testing organisation: SANYO Electric.

Note: Dust trapping and deodorizing by the air purifying unit
The unit cannot eliminate the toxins (carbon monoxide, etc.) contained in tobacco smoke.It also cannot completely remove odor-causing substances that are being generated on a constant basis, such as those from building materials, pets, etc.

Suitable for use in places where people gather.

Suitable for use in homes, nurseries, schools, playgrounds, workplaces, meeting rooms, hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, dental practices, care homes, nursing homes, hotels, bars, restaurants, stores, airline lounges, gyms, beauty salons, laboratories & more.