LOS ANGELES, April 9, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Universal Detection Technology (OTCBB:UDTT) (Frankfurt:PO8) (www.udetection.com), a developer of early-warning monitoring technologies to protect people from bioterrorism and other infectious health threats and provider of counter-terrorism consulting and training services, announced today that it has received its second purchase order from a Quiznos Restaurant franchise. The purchase order is for UDTT's line of Anti-Microbial Products approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Company's mini fogger used for applying those products.
UDTT's broad spectrum disinfectant kills 99.9% of bacteria and is a green alternative to chlorine bleach and alcohol based disinfectants. In a study conducted in 2007, Vital Oxide demonstrated no growth of Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) in any of the 10 primary subculture tubes and no growth in any of the 10 secondary subculture tubes following a ten minute exposure period at 19 degrees Celsius. The conclusion of the study was that under the conditions of the investigation, Vital Oxide demonstrated efficacy against MRSA as required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for disinfectant label claims following a ten minute exposure period at 19 degrees Celsius.
"We are excited to have this order from such a well known franchise," said Mr. Jacques Tizabi, UDTT's Chief Executive Officer. "We see a large market for anti MRSA products and are pleased to be participating in it," he added.
The Vital Oxide disinfectant was recently chosen by Princeton University staff to protect against MRSA outbreaks in gyms and locker rooms. UDTT also recently received a purchase order from China for Vital Oxide. The areas of use include hospitals, schools and universities, powerboats, sailboats, cruise ships, restaurants, hotel rooms, office buildings, gyms, building materials, movie theatres, public transportation infrastructure, and homes.
MRSA is usually transmitted by direct skin-to-skin contact or contact with shared items or surfaces that have come into contact with someone else's infection (e.g., towels, used bandages). There has been an increase in the spread of MRSA infections in the past few years and the recent death of a student at Western Washington University is very alarming as the student was without history of hospitalization, surgery, dialysis, or residency in a long-term care facility in the past year. This phenomenon, referred to as community-acquired MRSA or CA-MRSA, is responsible for an increasing number of infections and fatalities. Studies performed by the Center for Disease Control also show that MRSA can cause gastroenteritis if the area where food is prepared or people who handle food are contaminated with MRSA. The CDC study is another example of the recent spread of CA-MRSA.
Removing mold, mildew and bacteria can involve strong chemicals that can trigger health problems. UDTT's new line of anti MRSA product, Vital Oxide, controls mold and bacteria by oxidizing instead of bleaching it. It is so mild you can wash your hands with it but tough on mold and bacteria anywhere you find it, in your home, office, school or church. In recent tests, Vital Oxide kept mold from growing on ceiling tile for 7 months. This EPA registered product is colorless, odorless and will not harm water-safe fabrics. UDTT has also started to supply mini and electrostatic foggers used for professional level sanitizing needs. The Company's electrostatic sprayer is state-of-the-art. Disinfecting large areas and buildings, including schools and hospitals, of MRSA and other bacteria is significantly easier with UDTT's portable electrostatic sprayer. It disperses billions of nano-sized particles in a magnetized cloud that envelops and adheres to every surface.
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About Universal Detection Technology
Universal Detection Technology is a developer of monitoring technologies, including bioterrorism detection devices. The Company on its own and with development partners is positioned to capitalize on opportunities related to Homeland Security. For example, the Company, in cooperation with NASA, has developed a bioterror 'smoke' detector that detects certain bio-hazard substances. For more information, please visit http://www.udetection.com.
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