Armstrong Announces New Ceiling Solutions to Improve Indoor Air Quality - Seite 2

In-Ceiling UV-C Air Purification Neutralizes Harmful Airborne Pathogens

Armstrong is partnering with Medical Illumination International, Inc. (MI), to offer a customized version of MI’s VidaShield UV24 air purification system that integrates with AirAssure panels and other Armstrong ceiling systems. The effectiveness of these new solutions is based on testing, qualifications and studies from MI and its VidaShield UV24 product line.

The new Armstrong VidaShield UV24 system is uniquely designed to pair an active UV-C air purification system with Armstrong ceiling panels.  The drop-in products include shielded ultraviolet light that deactivates pathogens and protects people from any exposure to ultraviolet light. The 2’ X 4’ unobtrusive system draws air into a hidden chamber above the ceiling, exposing air to UV-C light and returns clean air to the room.

Armstrong VidaShield UV24 systems use patented, scientifically proven UV-C air cleaning technology that continuously cleans and reduces the level of pathogens in a room’s air. Each product can treat a volume of air equivalent to an 8’ x 10’ x 10’ room four times per hour. The system neutralizes 97% of infectious pathogens in aerosols on the first pass of air.

“Drawing upon our years of experience in materials science, engineering and sustainability, along with partnerships such as with Medical Illuminations, we will continue to innovate around and expand our healthy space solutions,” said Charlie Chiappone, Senior Vice President, Ceiling and Wall Solutions of Armstrong.       

The 24/7 Defend portfolio also includes Infusions Resilient partitions and the CleanAssure family of disinfectable products, available now. The AirAssure panels and VidaShield UV24 for Armstrong ceilings will be available in early December. For more information, visit armstrongceilings.com/healthyspaces or chat with an Armstrong TechLine expert [phone], and select Option 2.

About Armstrong World Industries

Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With over $1 billion in revenue in 2019, AWI has about 2,500 employees and a manufacturing network of 14 facilities plus five plants dedicated to its WAVE joint venture.

About Medical Illumination

Medical Illumination International, established in 1978, is one of the world’s premier manufacturers of medical lighting equipment for human and veterinary healthcare. The company’s product range covers the complete spectrum of lighting for surgery, emergency procedures, examination and specialty uses, along with disinfection equipment, video integration systems, surgery tables, and equipment pendants. For more information, visit www.medillum.com. 

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Cindy O’Neill, Armstrong 717-725-9514