It amazes me that even
professionals still think they can eliminate odours by shampooing the interior,
and spraying a deodorizer. Nothing is farther from the truth, technically, an
odour is an invisible gas, and so it can permeate any material or crevice. Many
odours are caused by micro-organisms such as bacteria, mould, and mildew. Not
only does shampooing not eradicate these odours, it spreads them over a much
wider area
You eliminate odour-causing
organisms with very specialized chemicals. Look for stains, if there are no
stains, use the process of elimination; it is very effective when searching for
the source of an odour; floor or seats (including foam underneath) mats or
carpet? If the vehicle has velour upholstery, a spill can penetrate on contact.
If it is vinyl or leather, it will run to the deepest seam. Pay special
attention to the headliner and all glass surfaces (especially true of smoke
odour)
The most important aspect of
removing as opposed to using a product that will cover it, only for the odour
to return later on, or at the very least
mitigating an offensive door is that you must find and remove its origin. Don’t
be fooled by the claims of odour removal products; if it doesn’t have a
cleaning agent in it, you’re not going to get rid of the odour.
If you thoroughly clean the
interior and it still smells you have not removed the source that is generating
the smell. You can use an ozone machine, steam / extractor, scrub, and vacuum
etc but if you do not remove the origin the smell will remain. Replace the
cabin air filter (if fitted) as it will retain the smoke micro-organisms
Identify its source
Most odours are caused by
bacteria and unless you are able to neutralise the bacteria that is causing the
odour it will continue to smell.
Without identifying and
eliminating the source of the odour / mould you can't get rid of it, there are
many products that mask odours; what you need to do is remove and clean and
thoroughly dry the whole area; carpets (inc rubber backing), upholstery (inc
foam and etc) that is affected, including the headliner and metal floor pan
(don’t forget to clean/replace the cabin air filter).
Selecting a Treatment
Some odours can be
eliminated with just one of the following techniques. Others require multiple
procedures.
·
Oxidation- products that have the ability to bleach are also effective
deodorizers. Ozone, hydrogen peroxide, and household bleach are very effective
in eliminating odours caused by organic decomposition and skunks.
·
Biocides - products that kill or inhibit the growth of micro organisms,
such as mould, mildew and urine.
·
Counteractants - complex odours, such as tobacco smoke
and fire residue, respond well to a series of odour counteraction procedures.
These may be using an aerosol, odour bomb or a professional thermal fogging.
·
Enzymes – are used to break down organic material, enzymes are proteins
naturally produced by all living organisms.
Chlorine dioxide (ClO2)
A chemical compound with the
formula ClO2 that vaporizes, removing odours through oxidation,
eliminating the bacteria and fungi that cause odours. A powerful and safe antimicrobial vapour
penetrates deeply into any materials removing dangerous pathogens, safely and
effectively, eliminating bacteria, mould, mildew and chemical compounds that
contaminate and cause odours.
Dog Odour Removal
To eliminate dog odour;
vacuum and then use Griot’s Garage Ultimate Carpet & Cloth Brush –to
remove dog hairs, the "V" shaped bristles are made out of Caoutchouc,
an elastic latex sap from Hevea and Ficus trees. The sap is vulcanized and
moulded in a "V" shape giving each bristle a larger surface area to
trap dirt and debris. It extracts fine particles like dust, sand, dirt and pet
hair much better than traditional bristles.
Great on tightly woven
fabric or textured surfaces like carpet and floor mats. The brush also features
a 5" squeegee on one side for fast removal of snow or water on glass. The
comfortable handle rotates and locks in four positions every 90° for increased
leverage and easy use in tight areas.
The brush head is 7"
wide x 1 3/4" deep with 1 1/4" long "V" bristles. Thoroughly
vacuum and then clean the seating surfaces and carpet to remove body oils, this
is where most dog odour emanates from. Dogs that have serious tick or flea problems
sometimes develop an unpleasant smell on their skin. Use a repellent, shampoo,
or powder for tick and flea control. Use Arm &Hammer Pet Fresh
sprayed on the carpeting to eliminate odours.
When you're washing the dog
blanket you use to protect t vehicles seating, add a little baking soda to the
laundry powder, to remove the smell more effectively. Some white vinegar in the
rinse water also work great.
Cabin Air Filter
We all know the problem. The
fans blow in everything that belongs outside; gaseous pollutants like ozone,
nitrogen oxides, sulphur dioxide, hydrocarbons, as well as dust, soot and
pollen all have free access to the vehicle.
Cabin filters, on the other
hand, clean the incoming airflow before they reach the vehicle's interior, thus
guaranteeing healthy fresh air
Cabin air filters first
appeared back in the mid-1980s on Audi and other European makes. Today, about
80 percent of all new import and domestic vehicles have a cabin air filter.
They absorb up to 100% of
all pollen, dust particles and harmful substances. This results in a noticeable
improvement in the air quality inside the vehicle. Cabin filters are generally
found in one of three locations: under the hood, inside the glove box or under
the dashboard.
The filter can trap pollen,
dust, smoke and other pollutants that would otherwise enter the vehicle through
the outside vents causing allergy and discomfort due to undesirable smells.
Maintenance – remove filter and brush
lightly with a soft brush in-between the folds and then use a light spray of Ozium®
air sanitizer
The recommended replacement
interval for a cabin air filter depends on the type of filter being replaced.
(Carbon or paper) and the cabins filter exposure to the environment and mileage
driven.
Most vehicle manufacturers
do recommend replacing a paper or carbon activated filter once a year or every
10,000 to 12,000 miles to keep the cabin filter working at its highest
efficiency. Check vehicle owner’s manual for location
Activated
charcoal cabin filters. These filters have an extra layer of
activated carbon that reacts with odours and other airborne pollutants to
neutralize them before they enter the vehicle.
The charcoal activated
filters will also reduce the levels of CO2 (carbon monoxide) and NO2
(oxides of nitrogen) from the emissions of other vehicles on the road.
Bosch Cabin
Filters and Charcoal activated filters absorb
up to 100% of all pollen, dust particles and harmful substances. Cabin Filter
recommended replacement is every 12,000 to 15,000 miles, or once a year will
keep the cabin filter working at its highest efficiency - http://bit.ly/5J0dRp
Smoke
Its molecules are
microscopic and they exhibit a very strong adhesive quality; plus they don't
conform to normal cleaning standards. It is these micro particulates that embed
themselves in the fibres of the headliner, seats and carpet. These are
particles of incomplete combustion with a size of 0.1 to 4µ; the average human
hair is between 40 – 600 µ; whereas the average smoke particle is 150 times
smaller.
A solvent will not break
their bond; a detergent will not suspend them for extraction. More than any
other dour problem smoke removal is a process. You cannot eliminate odours by
shampooing the interior, and/or spraying a deodorizer. Many odours are caused
by micro-organisms such as bacteria, mould, and mildew.
·
Make up and aqueous solution Optimum Opti™ - Clean concentrate
diluted ith1:3 with distilled water in a spray bottle
·
Spray liberally on inside glass surfaces and wipe clean with an
OPT Foam Wash Mitt or a plush microfiber towel. Fold and use a new section of
the towel as needed.
·
Follow up with a glass surface cleaner (Invisible
Glass)
·
Clean the headliner as this will ‘hold’ tar deposits and smoke
molecules
·
Apply DrivePur Smok (see “Allergen, Odour and Germ
removal Systems” )
Smoke Damage
Soot is oily and easily stains,
dependent upon the amount of damage it may well be more cost effective to
replace the headliner and carpets.
You should begin by air out the entire
interior. The airing process will be more effective if you place fan(s) inside
the vehicle and open all the windows so the fan can blow towards the open
windows.
All surfaces should be thoroughly
cleaned and an odour elimination product (DrivePur) Smok used, this is a
Counteractants chemical that break up smoke molecules to eliminate odours. Keep in mind that most household deodorizing sprays and
disinfectants provide only temporary relief. In addition, deodorizing sprays
may interact with smoke odour and create an additional odour.
1.
Vacuum all hard and soft surfaces to remove any loose
hydrocarbon (soot) debris
2.
Steam-clean all upholstered surfaces. Make sure you use a steam
cleaner with an attachment, so you can be sure to get into all the small areas
of the car. You may want to repeat this process more than once. Consider using
a stain removing chemical along with the cleaning solution if you have soot
stains from the smoke.
3.
DrivePur
Klenz- is a Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner comprised of non-ionic
surfactants and a water hardness modifier to create a powerful micelle cleaning
action that can tolerate tremendous soil loads. Klenz penetrates and lifts
hydrocarbon soils, including fats, oils, greases, proteins and sugars without
damaging carpeting fibres or upholstery fabrics
4.
Clean all hard surfaces with using Iz einszett
'Plastik-Reiniger' an intensive, non-corrosive,
non-acidic two-phase deep cleaner for that removes grime build-up thoroughly
and effortlessly, these chemicals restore the original texture, tactile feel
and resiliency
5.
DrivePur
Smok- is very effective at eliminating cigarette
and other odours. It has the ability to penetrate, seek out and react with the
components of tobacco smoke (tar and nicotine) dissolving and converting them
into gaseous molecules without causing any damage to fabrics, materials or hard
surfaces.
6.
Thoroughly clean all glass surfaces by applying Stoners
Invisible Glass ™ to the micro fibre glass cleaning (very low nap) towel and rub
glass surface with a light to medium pressure (it will dry streak-free /
lint-free) Be sure to roll down your windows about half way so you can clean
the top edges of the glass.
7.
DrivePur
Prevnt - uses Ultraviolet Photocatalic Oxidation
(UV-PCO) that will continue to keep odors germs and bacteria out of the vehicle
for up to 6 months. A smoker can continue to smoke in the car - within 15
minutes the new odours are broken down. Once treated the vehicle needs UV
radiation (sunlight) airflow and humidity to break down the contaminants.
Vomit
Many odours are caused by
micro-organisms such as bacteria, mould, and mildew. First start by cleaning
all the interior surfaces; but remember shampooing alone will not eradicate
these odours. You eliminate dour-causing organisms with very specialized
chemicals.
Use an enzyme cleaner (Original
Sporiclean) dampen a clean micro fibre towel Wipe down the cushion, from
the centre of the spot outward. Turn the cloth often, and rinse and re-moisten
when it shows any soil. It depends on how liquid the puke was; with liquid it’s
difficult it is to eradicate the smell completely.
The foam or other stuffing
may have soaked up stomach acid and may require that you inject an enzyme
cleaner, however if this does not remove the odour foam replacement may be
necessary
Hypodermic Injector
Mildew spores will permeate
seating foam and carpet padding; a way
to destroy those lingering odours and fungus that are impossible to reach, this
device will inject any liquid odour counteracting agent or disinfectant deep
into upholstery foam or carpet padding. TOTL
Counteractants
Some
Counteractants are simply a chemical that is used to cover up the odour by
counteracting it with a stronger smell
Odour Neutralizer /
Deodorizing
Many odours are caused by
micro-organisms such as bacteria, mould, and mildew. First start by cleaning
all the interior surfaces; but remember shampooing alone will not eradicate
these odours. You eliminate dour-causing organisms with very specialized
chemicals.
Look for stains, if there are
no stains, use the process of elimination; it is very effective when searching
for the source of an odour; floor or seats, mats or carpet? If the vehicle has
velour upholstery, a spill can penetrate on contact. If it is vinyl or leather,
it will run to the deepest seam and permeate via the stitching. Pay special attention
to the headliner and all glass surfaces. Check and / or replace the cabin air
filter as they will retain odours
a) Aquartz
- So2Pure (CleanAir), Titanium dioxide or titania ( TiO2) a photo catalyst
treatment is not a perfume cover-up type product; but an advanced high grade
air purification coating based on the latest nano-science technology, and
possibly the most effective treatment for odours thus far. In the presence of
light, active oxygen is formed and excited on the treated surfaces to destroy
all micro-sized air pollutants, including petro fumes, smog, diesel smoke,
exhaust gases, industrial smoke, chemical off-gassing or volatile organic
compounds (VOC) from car fabric, leather and plastic materials, air toxins,
cigarette odours, etc.
b) PŪRWorld is a spray application deodorizing product (not a cover-up
sent); hydroxyl radicals are among the strongest oxidizing species, even much
stronger than chlorine, ozone, and peroxide. They act as very powerful
disinfecting agents by oxidizing the cells of microorganisms, causing rupture
and leakage of vital composition.
They
accelerate the breakdown by destroying the molecular bonds. This will help
combine the organic gases to form a single molecule that is not harmful to
humans thus enhance the air cleaning efficiency.
Symptom that
occurs from prolonged exposure to microbes that grow in automobile interiors,
the presence of the microbes causes similar reactions as sick building
syndrome. Some of the examples of odour molecules are: tobacco odour,
formaldehyde, nitrogen dioxide, urine odour, gasoline, and many other
hydrocarbon molecules in the atmosphere.
Generally
speaking, disinfectants by titanium oxides are three times stronger than
chlorination, and 1.5 times stronger than ozone treatment. PŪRWorld provides photo catalyst surface coating for long-lasting
effects of deodorization, sterilization, and anti-soiling purposes. Using
specialized spray-coating equipments, a fine mist of photo catalyst can be
applied on different types of surface material that guarantees the maximum
result. DrivePur Protection Systems
I would suggest you contact DrivePur for the name of a local distributor / detailer as specialized equipment is required to treat an interior properly as in your case its not just getting rid of a few odours or smoke residue
PurWorld Technologies, Inc.
6841 Virginia Parkway.
Suite 103-456
McKinney, TX 75071
Tel. 888-584-9997
info@purworld.com
I would suggest you contact DrivePur for the name of a local distributor / detailer as specialized equipment is required to treat an interior properly as in your case its not just getting rid of a few odours or smoke residue
PurWorld Technologies, Inc.
6841 Virginia Parkway.
Suite 103-456
McKinney, TX 75071
Tel. 888-584-9997
info@purworld.com
c) Biocide Systems - Chlorine Dioxide (ClO2) is a potent
oxidizer that literally uses oxygen to break up odour molecules. This sort of
oxidizing action is found in many chemicals, but ClO2 is one of the most
effective. ClO2 gas is especially good at oxidizing organic odour-causing
substances, including Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC). It does
not mask them like
perfumes do, it neutralizes them through oxidation and is very effective – Biocide Systems
d) Ozium® air sanitizer - does not cover up the odours
associated with pets, cooking and smoking. The original air purifier is a
chemical agent that actually eliminates smoke and unpleasant odours and reduces
airborne bacteria. It actually cleanses the air through glycolized action. The
glycolized formula acts directly on odour causing particles in the air. Ozium
is an EPA registered air sanitizer and is safe to use residentially or
commercially in homes, rental property, hospitals, nursing homes, hotels,
veterinary clinics, restaurants, bars, laundry rooms, cars, mobile homes,
offices, and just about anywhere there might be an odour problem.
Application method-
spray product onto
cleaned surfaces, turn the AC to recirculation mode, spray return air ducts
(clean or change cabin air filter) allow to run for approx 5 minutes, allow the
deodorizer to permeate the various surfaces for about an hour before using the
vehicle.
Air
Conditioner cleaning
Legionnaire’s disease is
rare but it kills people and it's an extremely unpleasant disease. It does not
spread from person to person but is present in water environments and is
breathed in when it gets into the air in fine particles or mist. This is a bug which
lives in the environment and will take advantage of any static warm water
systems that are not cleaned out.
[Every time you use your air
conditioner, you are providing an opportunity for odor causing mould, mildew
and bacteria to grow within your air conditioning system. To explain how this
happens we must understand how the air conditioner system works. Here’s a basic
explanation. When the air conditioner is on, it pulls moisture out of your
car’s interior through a unit called the evaporator core, which is located
underneath your car’s dashboard. When the humidity (moisture) levels drop, the
air temperature also drops. The moisture that is pulled from the air condenses
and is drained outside the car.
Ever notice a pool of water under your
parked car on a hot summer day? That’s the water that was drained from the
system. This also happens to be the way home air conditioners and refrigerators
work.
Even though most of the moisture is
drained from the car, moisture still remains on the evaporator core system. As
the air circulates around the evaporator core, dust and pollen in the air stick
to the moisture on the metal fins of the evaporator. Soon thereafter mildew and
bacteria begin to grow on the surface of the evaporator. This collection of
grime and odour causing agents begin to release odour and is the cause of the
smell coming out of your vents.
One way to help prevent or at least
reduce this issue is to keep the air conditioner on the fresh air setting. This
keeps fresh air circulating around the evaporator which helps keep it and the
surrounding area dry thereby reducing the chance of any mould, mildew and
bacteria from growing. However, there are two disadvantages to this method.
First, it’s also not always convenient to switch to the fresh air setting in
order to draw in hotter air to dry out the system. It just might be too hot or
cold to be worth this extra effort. It’s also not economical.
Second, allowing fresh air to flow in
increases the accumulation of dust, pollen and brake dust build up. Of course
if you have a cabin air filter you don’t have to worry about that since it will
trap the pollutants before it reaches the evaporator area.
Another possible solution is to spray
a disinfectant like Lysol® into the ventilation system or have your car treated
with ozone or other similar system. However, this process does not affect any
dust, pollen and other contaminants that have accumulated on the evaporator.
While it may disinfect any mould, mildew and bacteria, the results are usually
short term.] Clearing the Air, by Michael Mankarious
Always check the following;
a/c condensate pan and drain pipe smells and odours, for ac odours use 1z
Klima-Cleaner Air Conditioning Cleaner or Wurth
A/C & Heating System Cleaner, an effective means for removing
odour-causing bacteria, smoke fumes, fungi and other germs.
It effectively disinfects
mould, mildew and bacteria on the evaporator core. It also applies a thin layer
of protectant that has been proven in laboratory tests which makes the growth
of contaminants more difficult so the results are long lasting. The effective
foam solution emulsifies the debris build up on the evaporator core so it’s
cleaner and will run more efficiently.
Application
·
Turn
off ignition, air conditioning and fan system and adjust fan position to DIRECT
and make sure it is NOT on the 'foot' or 'defrost' position.
·
Shake
can well for one minute to ensure proper foaming of product when dispensed.
·
Attach
the supplied spray tube to aerosol can and insert end of tube into centre (as
this is the closest the evaporator core) air conditioner vent located on the
dash in the cockpit interior.
·
With
tube fully inserted in vent, press trigger to dispense contents.
·
DO
NOT invert can when dispensing. As you spray, the thick foam solution will
travel through the air vents towards the evaporator (the source of odour
causing elements).
·
After
dispensing product, wait 20 minutes for product to clean the system. Then, open
doors to allow fresh air to enter vehicle.
·
Turn
on fan to maximum setting with A/C setting in ON for approximately 1 minute to
dry system. as a result of improper application
Option 1:
Apply Klima-Cleaner tube through the evacuation/drain tube of the evaporator
core located underneath the vehicle.
Option 2:
Remove blower and insert tube through main ducting of housing.
Another
significant benefit is the result of cleaner interior air. This is especially
important for allergy sufferers who are sensitive to airborne contaminants. For
those who are highly sensitive to chemicals, rest assured that Klima-Cleaner is a water- and salt-based cleaner so
chances of any skin reaction is extremely minimal.
Tip-
turn off the AC but leave the fan running for the last minute or two before
turning off the ignition to help dry the condenser and surrounding area. Change
cabin air filter
The EVAPOmat® atomises cleaning and odour eliminating active
substances with the aid of three ultrasonic cells. The active substance mist is
blown out of the EVAPOmat® by a fan. The fine vapour is distributed in the
entire ventilation duct or in the vehicle interior by the supplied application hose and is deposited on the evaporator
surface or on the textiles and reliably eliminates unpleasant odours caused by
bacteria and fungi. After approx. 15 min. the mist spray is switched off,
however the fan continues to run for at least another 5 minutes to cool down
the cells.
Baking soda
(Sodium bicarbonate / sodium hydrogen carbonate)
Will get rid of some odours;
this takes time because what you want to do is dust the seats and the carpets
(after they’ve been shampooed), and leave the baking soda to settle for a day
or so. That will give it time to absorb some of the odour and moisture around
it. Then, vacuum it up and repeat the process a few more times over the course
of a week.
Skunk (the animal)
Skunks have two glands, one on each
side of the anus. These glands produce a mixture of sulphur-containing
chemicals containing sulfhydryl, a mixture of methyl and butyl thiols
traditionally called mercaptans, which are not water soluble and have a highly offensive
smell that can be described as a combination of the odours of rotten eggs,
garlic and burnt rubber.
Due to the chemical
composition of the skunk spray, most household remedies are ineffective, with
the exception of a peroxide formula or other remedies that break down the
thiols.
FWIW- washing the car with a tomato sauce to rid the smell of skunk is a myth, but boy does it amuse the neighbours
Exterior - To
eliminate them and the odours they produce solubilise it (i.e. raise the pH
from an acid to an alkaline) with an alkaline wash solution at which point it
will become more soluble and wash away. Mix a 1/4 cup baking soda (sodium
bicarbonate) with an alkaline car wash concentrate or acid neutralization wash
-ValuGuard
Interior - To safely and effectively remove skunk odours (Skunk
Kleen) an odour neutralizer that can be sprayed directly on you or
your pet as well as in the air, in your vehicle, on clothing, fabric, bedding,
litter, cages, kennels, carpeting, flooring, and porous surfaces to eliminate
skunk odour’s. With all odour removal change the cabin air filter (if fitted)
after treatment.
Natural Charcoal
Will absorb many of the
odours found inside the vehicle (petrol / diesel fumes, etc) see also Baking
Soda
For odour from the air
conditioning unit
1z
Klima-Cleaner Air Conditioning Cleaner- is an effective means for
removing odour-causing bacteria, fungi and other germs. Spray into the interior
A/C vents and allow product to work for 30 minutes. It creates a healthier and
fresh smelling environment for the interior of your car, change cabin air
filter Tip- turn off the AC but leave the fan running for the last minute or
two before turning off the ignition to help dry the condenser and surrounding
area. To maintain results treat the system at least twice a year. Also check
the cabin air filter, and change as necessary
For
stubborn odours - the evaporator core surface is where water condensation
accumulates and where the odour usually originates. Spray the evaporator core
thoroughly with Lysol® no-rinse sanitizer. Remove fan motor and
thoroughly clean the fan blades and the fan housing. Replace the cabin micro
air filter with an activated charcoal version. Ensure that the evaporator drain
is not blocked.
A/C
Evaporator Core Treatment – does not just deodorize,
but really cleans the evaporator of dust, bacteria, fungus, and unpleasant
odour, no special flushing required after cleaning treatment. Prevents odour
recurrence for a prolonged period and improves the cooling effect of the A/C
system#
Ozone
Generators
[: Ozone (03) is Oxygen (02)
with an extra molecule]
[Ozone is a molecule composed of three atoms of oxygen. Two atoms of
oxygen form the basic oxygen molecule--the oxygen we breathe that is essential
to life. The third oxygen atom can detach from the ozone molecule, and
re-attach to molecules of other substances, thereby altering their chemical
composition. It is this ability to react with other substances that forms the
basis of manufacturers’ claims]
U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
It is therefore a highly
effective and powerful oxidation agent. When generated and applied to treat an
area, the ozone releases its spare molecule to oxidize (destroy)
micro-organisms in air or water
[Pure ozone is a
highly toxic and extremely reactive gas. A higher daily average than 0.1 ppm
(0.2 mg/m³) is not recommended and can damage the lungs and olfactory bulb
cells directly] [1]
Ozone is a toxic gas with
vastly different chemical and toxicological properties from oxygen. Several
federal agencies have established health standards or recommendations to limit
human exposure to ozone. There is evidence to show that at concentrations that
do not exceed public health standards, ozone is not effective at removing many
odour-causing chemicals. Ozone applied to indoor air does not effectively
remove viruses, bacteria, mould, or other biological pollutants.
Hydrogen Peroxide is formed
when ozone dissolves in water. And this is what happens when it comes into
contact with moisture in your eyes, nose and lungs. Ozone can also perish
rubber and some plastics. Water (H2O) and Ozone (03)
react to create Oxygen (02) and together form Peroxide (H2O2)
which will bleach materials it comes in contact with.
Ozone generators are really
simple technology, "corona discharge" basically a plate of glass with
metal mesh on both sides but not touching, the mesh is connected to a
7500-15000V transformer and that creates ozone.
Typical ozone output for a vehicle
is about 400-1100 mg/hr, at these concentrations it should only take 1/2 hour to
remove odours and another 1-2 hours to air the car out so as to not cause harm
to yourself or the client.
When running (usually 10-15
minutes, dependent upon machine output) an ozone machine, close all windows and
doors and ensure that the AC controls are set to the recirculation setting,
thus ensuring the AC unit will also be treated. Once the ozone treatment is
completed thoroughly ventilate the vehicle interior, the smell will dissipate
rapidly once doors and windows are opened. Open all doors and let the
residual Ozone dissipate before re-entering vehicle.
Caution: Do
not breathe in any appreciable amount of the ozone or you'll get a really bad
headache.
Other Resources-
1.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) http://www.epa.gov/iaq/pubs/ozonegen.html
2.
Faculty of Chemical Technology
3.
Glossary of chemical terms, American Industrial Hygiene
Association (AIHA)
Ionisers
Ionisers should not be confused with
ozone generators, even though both devices operate in a similar way. Ionisers
use electrostatically charged plates to produce positively or negatively
charged gas ions that particulate matter sticks to (in an effect similar to
static electricity).
Ozone generators are optimised to
attract an extra oxygen ion to an O2 molecule, using either a corona discharge
tube or UV light. Even the best ionisers will produce a small amount of ozone,
and ozone generators will produce gaseous ions of molecules other than ozone
(unless fed by pure oxygen, not air)
Hypodermic Injector
Finally, a way to destroy
those lingering odours that are impossible to reach, this device will inject
any liquid odour counteracting agent or disinfectant deep into upholstery foam
or carpet padding. TOTL
Odour Bombs
Single-use odour removal
foggers (bombs), a remarkable tobacco odour counteract ant, an odour eliminator
designed just for heat and air ventilation systems.
Fogging blankets microscopic
pores in carpet, velour, leather and vinyl. It reaches deep into ventilation
systems, making it especially effective against tobacco smoke residue. Aerosol
foggers are used just like your household insect bombs, and are the most
effective form of odour removal -TOTL.
Always be
willing to learn; because the more you learn, the more you’ll realize what you
don’t know. It is
said that knowledge is power, with the caveat that it includes access to a
reliable information sources. I would like to think
that these articles become an asset to anyone who is new to detailing and to
professional’s alike, as well as industry experts who seek to advance their
knowledge.
I hope these articles are informative. They are
based on the current status of technical development as well as my experience
with the products.
By having
some understanding of the ‘What’ and ‘Why’ as well as the ‘How’ along with a
little science to help you understand how the chemicals we use react, you can
achieve the results you desire.
I would appreciate it if you would share
these articles as it helps other detailers further their knowledge.
As always if you have questions, I’ll do
my best to answer; bear in mind the only stupid questions is the one that was
unasked. Questions and/ or constructive comments are always appreciated
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