24/7 COVID-safer Home? Yes, it's Possible with Panasonic nanoe™ X Generator Mark 2
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TV News anchor Paolo del Rosario, Panasonic Communication & Product Planning Manager Francis Serrato, President & Chairman of the Board, Mr. Yasushi Kondo, and PACPH Vice President Mr. Tomohiro Yamada are joined by Mr. Gary Valenciano during the press conference
This is the ground-breaking declaration of Panasonic Air-Conditioning Philippines during its February 11 Air Conditioner Convention, as it unveiled to press and dealers the big news about nanoe X Generator Mark 2, a new level improved innovation of the nanoe™ technology.
Through a virtual conference attended by 200+ press and dealers, Panasonic revealed research results on nanoe™ – it has been proven to inhibit four types of novel coronavirus variants – Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and Delta in a 45-liter test space (with size of 350mm×350mm×400mm), in as fast as 2 hours by over 99.7%.
This breakthrough news in health and wellness will in effect, provide hope for Filipinos to make their homes and business spaces safer and more sanitized for kids, elders, and working individuals.
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In 2021, Panasonic conducted a test with a third-party organization and confirmed the effectiveness on each of the 4 variants (Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta). Given this, nanoe™ can be expected to have an even stronger inhibitory effect on novel coronavirus variants. The company again conducted a verification in view of the status of the spread of viral infection.
What were the research results? Here's the gist:
Panasonic Corporation has verified the inhibitory effect of nanoe™ technology with benefits of hydroxyl radicals on four novel coronavirus variants, namely Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and Delta, in collaboration with the Japan Textile Products Quality and Technology Center (QTEC) *1.
For reference:
Testing of inhibitory effect of nanoe™ on four novel coronavirus variants.
Overview
A comparative verification was conducted in a 45L test space containing the four novel coronavirus variants with and without exposure to nanoe™.
Results
Over 99% of four novel coronavirus variants activity was inhibited within 2 hours.
Note: This verification was designed to generate basic research data on the effects of nanoe™ on the novel coronavirus in laboratory conditions different from those found in living spaces. It was not designed to evaluate product performance.
Methodology and Data
Organization:
Japan Textile Products Quality and Technology Center
Period:
September 2021
Subjects:
Novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) and its four variants (Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and Delta)
Device:
nanoe™ device
Method:
• nanoe™ device is installed at 10cm from the floor in the 45L test space.
• A piece of gauze saturated with four novel coronavirus variants solution was placed in a petri dish and exposed to nanoe™ for a predetermined time.
• The virus infectious titer was measured and used to calculate the inhibition rate.
Results:
|
Test Subject |
Time |
Inhibition Rate (calculated by Panasonic) |
|
|---|---|---|---|
|
Novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) |
2 hours |
99.7% |
|
|
Novel coronavirus variants |
Alpha |
2 hours |
99.7% |
|
Beta |
2 hours |
99.8% |
|
|
Gamma |
2 hours |
99.8% |
|
|
Delta |
2 hours |
99.8% |
|
In the same event, Panasonic announced news about the nanoe X Generator Mark 2 which produces 9.6 trillion hydroxyl radicals per second – a level up in eliminating odors, inhibiting pollutants, and moisturizing skin and hair. That means, this new technology is two times stronger in performance versus the current nanoe™ X (4.8 trillion hydroxyl radicals per second). This also means that the nanoe X Generator Mark 2 may inhibit the novel coronavirus faster and stronger.
Panasonic revealed that nanoe X Generator Mark 2 is present in these products:
The X-Premium Inverter Split-type model comes with iAUTO-X feature, temperature and humidity control, built-in WiFi adaptor, perfect for residential or home use.
The new Inverter 4-Way Ceiling Cassette comes with wider flap to produce powerful and 360° airflow that could reach long distance of air throw.
Meanwhile, the new Inverter Ceiling-Mounted model comes in a slim design of 235mm thickness, improved installation flexibility and airflow that could reach long distance of air throw.
Lastly, the Inverter Adaptive Ducted type model comes with a low noise level for a common indoor ducted type. It has improved installation flexibility that can be mounted either vertically or horizontally, depending on the AC application and requirement of the users – a first in the Philippines.
Related to this, Panasonic Manufacturing Philippines Corporation shared that it has been exporting nanoe™ X-equipped Window-type Inverter Air Conditioners in Hong Kong and Taiwan. It is also in Hong Kong (Shokukanken, Inc.) where an inhibition test featuring the Window-type Air Conditioner model showed that nanoe™ X has an inhibitory effect against adhered influenza virus (H1N1) over 99.9% in 2 hours.
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For the past 20 years since 1997, Panasonic has been conducting research on this technology, and has verified its effectiveness in a variety of areas, including inhibiting pathogenic microorganism (bacteria, fungi, and viruses) and allergens, breaking down PM 2.5 components that have adverse effects on the human body *2.
It has also committed to pursue the potential of nanoe™ technology and verify its various effects to continuously contribute to society.
Alongside the research, Panasonic remains proactive in playing a key role in ensuring safer and healthier spaces of health and educational institutions by providing them with much-needed Panasonic air solutions such as Air Conditioners, Portable nanoe™ X Generators, and Air Purifiers all equipped with nanoe™ and nanoe™ X technology – aligned with its thrust of providing Filipinos with A Better Life, A Better World.
For more information about nanoe™, nanoe™ X technology and nanoe X Generator Mark 2 please visit www.panasonic.com/ph/nanoe.
You may also explore our virtual showroom here.
To know more about Panasonic air solution products equipped with nanoe™, nanoe™ X technology and nanoe X Generator Mark 2, please visit www.panasonic.com/ph/air-solutions.
*1: The Japan Textile Quality Technology Center (QTEC) was established in 1993, which is a testing and evaluation institute for antibacterial and antiviral testing to meet the needs of society. It is an organization with the technology to meet the various test methods defined by JIS, ISO, AATCC, ASTM, GB, KC, standards of inspection organizations, standards of companies such as department stores and mass merchandisers, standards of government agencies, QTEC standards, etc.
*2: Main releases on verification cases:
· May 12, 2009：Positive effects of charged water particles on viruses, bacteria, and agricultural chemicals have been verified.
· October 20, 2009： The new influenza virus inhibition effect of charged water particles has been verified.
· February 20, 2012：Suppression effect of charged water particles on pet-related allergens, bacteria, fungi, and viruses have been verified.
· January 16, 2014：Nano-sized electrostatic atomized water particles effectively break down PM2.5 components and inhibits growth of fungi attached to Yellow Sand.
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About Panasonic
Panasonic Corporation is a global leader developing innovative technologies and solutions for wide-ranging applications in the consumer electronics, housing, automotive, and B2B sectors. The company, which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2018, operates 522 subsidiaries and 69 associated companies worldwide and reported consolidated net sales of 6,698.8 billion yen for the year ended March 31, 2021. Committed to pursuing new value through collaborative innovation, the company uses its technologies to create a better life and a better world for customers. Learn more about Panasonic：http://www.panasonic.com/global.
About Panasonic Air-Conditioning Philippines
Panasonic Air-Conditioning Philippines is the air-conditioner business sales division responsible for product marketing of Panasonic Air Conditioners in the Philippines.
Contact:
Mr. Francis Serrato
Communications & Product Planning Manager
Panasonic Air-Conditioning Philippines
francis.serrato@ph.panasonic.com
About Panasonic Manufacturing Philippines Corporation
Panasonic Manufacturing Philippines Corporation (PMPC) through Panasonic Philippines (sales and marketing division of PMPC) is responsible for the sales and marketing of the Panasonic brand of consumer electronics and home appliances in the Philippines. For more information on PMPC and its products, please visit our website at www.panasonic.com/ph.
Contact:
Mr. Harry Sarmiento
Marketing and Product Planning Executive Officer
Panasonic Manufacturing Philippines Corporation
harry.sarmiento@ph.panasonic.com
Mr. Nori Kurashina
Marketing and Product Planning Center Subhead
Panasonic Manufacturing Philippines Corporation
nori.kurashina@ph.panasonic.com
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Ms. Phoenix Manayaga
Marketing Communications Manager
Panasonic Manufacturing Philippines Corporation
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