Modine Introduces VidaShield™ UV24 Active Air Disinfection System to K-12 School Markets

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Dec 06, 2023, 07:03 ET

Innovative 24/7 air disinfection system combines germicidal irradiation with air circulation fans to help improve IAQ in schools.

RACINE, Wis., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Modine (NYSE: MOD), a technology and indoor air quality leader in the HVAC industry, is now offering the VidaShield™ UV24 Active Air Disinfection System product line to the K-12 school market. This innovative solution will further help equip schools with the necessary tools to combat airborne pathogens.

Modine is now offering the VidaShield™ UV24 Active Air Disinfection System product line to the K-12 school market.

VidaShield™ UV24 is a fast, continuous air disinfection system that combines an ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) chamber and air circulating fans with an optional overhead ceiling light, making it convenient for schools, universities and daycare centers.

"Airborne pathogens are a significant contributor to the spread of illness, which can ultimately lead to missed school days for students," said Kimberly Raduenz, Manager, Strategic Marketing for the IAQ division at Modine. "The CDC recommends adding germicidal solutions in high-risk areas to better combat pathogens. VidaShield™ UV24 is a solution that provides ultraviolet germicidal irradiation in the form of UV-C that is safe for occupied spaces while also being easy to install. When combined with increased ventilation and improved filtration, this product can be the missing component for enhanced indoor air quality inside schools and other educational facilities."

VidaShield™ UV24 helps improve IAQ by drawing in airborne pathogens and pollutants with an array of fans. Air is then passed through a MERV 6 filter where larger particulates of dust are trapped, but pathogens can pass through into a shielded chamber. A 253.7 nm UV-C bulb in the chamber neutralizes viruses, bacteria and fungi.

VidaShield™ UV24 helps eliminate various pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19), coronaviruses, and viruses or bacteria that cause the common cold, Influenza A, measles, mumps, Tuberculosis, pneumonia, MRSA and C Diff.

"At Modine, we live by our purpose of engineering a cleaner and healthier world," Raduenz said. "While we have a vast catalog of products that provide schools with IAQ solutions, we are always looking for ways to evolve that help schools provide safer and cleaner air for students. Offering the VidaShield™ UV24 product is another example of our dedication to students across the U.S."

To learn more about Modine Indoor Air Quality solutions, please visit https://www.modinehvac.com/.

About Modine
At Modine, we are Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 11,000 employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption, lowering harmful emissions and enabling cleaner running vehicles and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit www.modine.com.