Laguna Hills, CA, February 28, 2000 (PRIMEZONE) --Electropure, Inc. (OTCBB:ELTP) today unveiled its newly-formed subsidiary, Micro Imaging Technology, and announced the exciting results of its two-year research program that has culminated in the successful development of an instantaneous process to detect and identify fluid-borne microbes. This technological breakthrough has proven to accurately identify microorganisms such as Cryptosporidium parvum, Giardia lamblia, E.coli, Salmonella typhi and Listeria monocytogenes, all potentially deadly microorganisms, at a rate significantly faster than current clinical methods. Saving time in identifying these health hazards will translate into saving human lives.
Electropure's new technology, developed by the Micro Imaging Technology subsidiary, applies to all health-related industries where it can have an enormous impact on rapid diagnosis and treatment of the thousands of people stricken by contaminated food and water each year. Employing this technology in food processing, drinking water facilities, and clinical laboratories could greatly reduce the incidence of human contamination around the world.
The Company has applied for a comprehensive patent on its technology that measures the optical fingerprint of particular microbes in fluid (water, blood, urine, spinal fluid) as it passes through a laser beam. While it strives toward commercialization of this leading edge technology, the Company plans to continue its work to include additional species of bacteria and protozoa in its identification portfolio.
Electropure, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets proprietary fluid treatment, filtering, and monitoring equipment. Electropure is committed to providing products and services that benefit the environment. Company offices are at 23456 South Pointe Drive, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, The Company's telephone number is 949/770-9347 and FAX is 949/770-9209. Visit Electropure's website at www.electropure-inc.com.