New Product: The CleanTech® Handwashing System
by Diana L. Martin
We know that washing our hands is the best defense against Covid-19. It’s been said over and over again in all the press conferences and articles written about the virus. But although we wash our hands, we may not be doing a good enough job. Experts say we need to wash with soap and water for a full 20 seconds but time itself is not a guarantee of an effective wash.
Meritech, a U.S. company founded 30 years ago and based in Golden, CO manufactures the CleanTech® line of automated handwashing systems. These systems, made in the USA, take the variability out of the process to ensure that every person has properly cleaned hands. Each automated handwashing cycle lasts a mere 12 seconds but has been clinically proven to remove 99.9% of harmful pathogens. It standardizes the process while using 75% less water, producing 75% less waste and maximizing energy efficiency. CleanTech® systems meet and exceed SQF, GFIS, BRC, CDC, USDA, FSMA, ISO & ES209E standards and requirements.
Food processing, pharmaceuticals, laboratories, electronics manufacturing, healthcare and especially education are just a few areas that would benefit from these systems. Think of all the germs going around in schools and childcare facilities. The CleanTech® system is perfect for installations at the entrances to the school as well as in select rooms such as the cafeteria and bathrooms. The system is so easy to use that even small children can use it.
For educational institutions, funding through the CARES act could potentially pay for the systems. $30 billion of the CARES act went to The Education Stabilization Fund. Here is a link that outlines the program and the various funding sources within. Expenditures can be submitted until Dec. 31, 2020 for Covid-19 related expenses.
Below are a few more links for possible funding for other sectors:
Childcare: https://www.childcare.gov/covid-19 (See the section broken down by state)
Healthcare: https://www.hhs.gov/coronavirus/cares-act-provider-relief-fund/index.html
Small Businesses in Michigan: https://www.michiganbusiness.org/services/pure-michigan-business-connect/ppe/
There are many different models and price points - from compact to industrial grade - to insure that everyone can take advantage of this technology. The units are offered in wall mount, floor mount and countertop versions. Contact your account manager for more information. Not a current customer? Call us at 877-795-2600 to be connected with a member of our sales staff.
