FAQs
Q. What exactly is SteraMist™?
The TOMI SteraMist™ designator is an effective system used for Binary Ionization Technology® or BIT™ decontamination technology. There are two types of SteraMist™ units available, the SteraMist™ Surface Unit and the SteraMist™ Environment System.
Q. What does TOMI SteraMist™ do?
It's a solution available to the industrial, commercial, and residential sectors and is vital in combating pathogens and other contaminants. It's designed to clean and sanitize all types of facilities with little to no downtime. The mist approach makes it possible to access hard to reach areas and surfaces.
Q. How does the Binary Ionization Technology® or BIT™ work?
Initially designed in 2001 in response to the anthrax attacks, Binary Ionization Technology® has proven to be effective against other contaminants. It's a patented two-step process that activates and ionizes a 7.8% hydrogen peroxide solution. Simply put, a fog of fine mist is created and disinfects and decontaminates in targeted areas and large spaces.
Q. What does SteraMist™ neutralize?
SteraMist™ and BIT™ have proven field efficacy against a wide range of contaminants as per research that follows the strict EPA guidelines. Some examples of harmful microbial pathogens SteraMist™ neutralizes are Influenza A (H1N1), Stachybotrys chartarum, Human rhinovirus 164, and Bacillus atrophaeus - just to name a few. Feel free to contact us for a more detailed and extensive list.
Q. What does preparation look like? What do I need to do?
One of the great things about this service is that there are minimal requirements to prepare for service. Plus, the quick turnaround time with little to no business disruption doesn't hurt either. There's no need to move, cover, or clean anything prior to the service. SteraMist™ reaches under, over, around, and behind obstacles. It will break down and eradicate bacterial, fungal, and viral contaminants from your environment. With a well-ventilated space, you may be able to return to production within minutes upon completion of the process.
Q. How do we get started?
We're easy to reach by phone 408-490-3433 or follow the link at the bottom of the page for our online contact form. This will give us the opportunity to assess your specific needs and arrange for a service time. At this time, we're able to conduct assessments remotely to avoid person-to-person contact and maintain social distancing guidelines. From there, we'll be able to schedule your service to sanitize your facility and return you to production status quickly safely and effectively.