FAQs

Some background information…

Many decontamination systems use chemicals like formaldehyde, bleach, chlorine dioxide, or high concentrations of hydrogen peroxide. These substances work well, but they can harm staff, cause cancer and breathing problems. They can also degrade and corrode lab equipment and leave behind sticky residues which, combined with the cold temperatures of research labs, create an ideal breeding ground for pathogens.

How HHP™ Decontamination is Different

CURIS uses a safer EPA-registered 7% hydrogen peroxide solution and Hybrid Hydrogen Peroxide™ (HHP™) technology. HHP™ decontamination combines room-temperature (unheated) vapor and micro aerosols which have extremely small particle sizes, allowing them to remain airborne and meet contact time requirements.

These small particles also classify the solution as a dry application during use, preventing droplets from merging and forming large, moisture-prone areas that could harbor pathogens.

CURIS® does even more for better results

CURIS’ patented Pulse™ technology replenishes any decomposed hydrogen peroxide during the contact time, maintaining both efficacy and efficiency to help conserve resources.

To make the decontamination process easier, CURIS® devices are already calibrated, so you don't need to do it before every use: Our devices also auto-calculate how much solution is needed for maximum effectiveness and efficiency.

Our patented Pulse™ Vapor Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP) technology provides high level disinfection killing of 99.9999% of dangerous germs* and achieves maximum efficacy by maintaining an optimally filled space, creating a consistent dwell-time.

Our system and solutions have been tested extensively (and are subjected to continual testing) for material compatibility.

Please review the white paper section of our website for more information on material compatibility: https://www.curissystem.com/resources/white-papers

We are aware of the massive selection of products on the market, but there are many pitfalls with contamination control and infection prevention in often-complicated settings.

Some of the challenges with relying these chemicals, such as ammonium chlorides, bleaches, and chlorine dioxides may include:

• are most often not applied correctly
• often require a secondary step of rinsing
• will corrode surfaces
• can be toxic to the applicator
• often leave behind toxic residue and odors
• will leave behind sticky, ugly residues and require extra work to wipe them off
• can be deadly if mixed
• may contribute to resistant strains of pathogens

Yes. Our solution and device are EPA dual registered for fogging.

See our Statement of Efficacy and the CURIS/CURoxide™ approval for the EPA, List N.

Because each space differs in size, contents, and targeted pathogen, there is no simple answer to this question.

That said, however, our patented Pulse™ Vapor Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP) technology and consistent droplet size DOES require up to 30% LESS chemical than other options on the market.

There really is no typical time for a treatment as each facility and space has specific needs, requirements, and challenges.

Treating a small room, though, will take less time than treating a larger shared space. It will take about the same amount of time as a proper UV light application.

Our CURIS® device is coupled with CURoxide™ and, when combined, both are EPA approved for use together. CURoxide™ is on the EPA Lists K & N.