HGI Industries Gets FDA Clearance for Medical Facility Air Purifier

HGI Industries, a manufacturer of ultraviolet sanitizing systems, said Friday it had received 510(k) clearance for its Odorox MDU/Rx air purifier for use in medical facilities.

The Odorox MDU/Rx uses UV rays to reduce bacteria and viruses found in the air of medical facilities, and can be remotely monitored and controlled. One device is designed to treat a 130- to 500-square-foot room with 8- to 10-foot ceilings, or 1,200 to 5,000 cubic feet. The FDA has allowed its use in occupied spaces, the Boynton Beach, Fla., company added.

Testing showed that the air purifier killed 99.999 percent of microorganisms in the air. Tests also indicated that no carbon monoxide was detected above baseline levels, and no concentrations of volatile organic or inorganic oxidants were formed, HGI said.

The company said models can also be integrated with HVAC systems to treat over one million cubic feet. — Kellen Owings