PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL DECONTAMINATION AND INFECTION CONTROL
TOMI Steramist Corporate Video
The iHP Process
Binary Ionization Technology (BIT) is a patented two-step process that activates and ionizes an EPA registered solution of 7.8% Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2) solution into a fine mist/fog called ionized Hydrogen Peroxide (iHP).
DARPA Inspired
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and a large U.S. defense contractor joined forces to develop TOMI BIT platform and its SteraMist brand.
Resources
White Papers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS), Efficacy Materials, EPA Label, Media, Today in Infection Control, and other information on TOMI and its SteraMist brand can be found here.
Questions About SteraMist
What is SteraMist?
TOMI’s branded line of products. This represents the next generation disinfectant for the decontamination industry.
What is Binary Ionization Technology (BIT)
The product which is registered with the EPA as a Hospital-Healthcare Disinfectant, Effective Broad-Spectrum Disinfectant. TOMI’s disruptive technology that utilises plasma science
What is the science behind the technology?
SteraMist produces a visible mist/fog which is composed of the Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS), the Hydroxyl Radical. These are created by mechanically altering the sole active ingredient, hydrogen peroxide, in TOMI’s BIT solution, by passing through the cold plasma arc.
Is SteraMist BIT safe?
TOMI has proven that the aerosol is non-toxic and is labelled as only an irritant. It has superior compatibility towards all products and materials including delicate hospital equipment and sensitive pharmaceutical biosafety lab technologies.
What PPE is required?
Local risk and method statement.
What is the difference between SteraMist and manual cleaning disinfection?
Manual cleaning can produce inconsistent results because the user can easily miss areas during the clean. Further, completing a disinfection cleaning protocol with SteraMist offers greater coverage, in less time, and superior results with a 99.9999% (six log) reduction and depending on the clean product, a manual clean will only provide a 99.9 or 99.99 (3 or 4 log reduction).
How does SteraMist compare to chlorine dioxide of formaldehyde?
Similarly to these products, SteraMist moves like a gas. However, SteraMist is much less toxic and corrosive than chlorine dioxide or formaldehyde. For those companies that want to move away from potential carcinogenic decontamination processes, which many global regulators are already doing, SteraMist is an effective replacement.
How does SteraMist compare with Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP)?
VHP requires all areas to be completely sealed and pretreated to specific humidity and temperature ranges. These products can be highly corrosive and leave residues that affect materials compatibility. SteraMist is much more flexible (Surface Unit does not require HVAC turned off), non-hazardous to ship and store, and demonstrates superior compatibility with electronics since there is no need to wipe, and no residue is left behind.
How does SteraMist compare to bleach?
Bleach may be inexpensive, however, bleach has high health costs because the safety of its user is at risk. Further, costs can increase because bleach damages materials, stains fabrics and is difficult to dilute properly and accurately, therefore, receiving and efficant kill may be unlikely.
Is SteraMist safe for electronics?
Yes, SteraMist is ideal for electronics. The IHP process provides a dry mist / fog and a short contact time, leaving no residue. SteraMist can quickly and easily treat electronics including delicate medical and scientific equipment.
How long does a surface have to remain wet after being treated with SteraMist?
After treatment, all surfaces will be covered with the residual mist / fog, similar to the way a mirror fogs after a shower, it will quickly evaporate.