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Breakthrough protection against resoiling & recontamination in homes

Unelko Corporation has announced a major breakthrough in surface cleaning technology that will impact the way consumers clean surfaces. Unveiling a new category in the industry, the Clean & Shield® products deep-clean and form an “organic” protective barrier on surfaces on which bacteria, mold and mildew will not grow. This patented barrier technology provides an invisible water, soil and stain repellent shield that lasts for days, providing the only one-step surface cleaning and long-term surface protection available on the market today.

A study conducted by the University of Maine showed that “The Five-Second Rule” (the idea that food is “safe” if it rests on a contaminated surface for less than five seconds) does not exist. Food dropped on a contaminated surface instantly picked up more than 10,000 bacteria per square centimeter.1 No matter how often your customers clean, sanitize or disinfect surfaces, dirt, grime and surface-contact germs can re-contaminate surfaces within seconds of cleaning them. While many other products claim to kill germs, consumers are unaware that these claims are deceptive and the benefit these products provide is a momentary one-time “kill,” without any ongoing protection against re-contamination or re-soiling. Even a seemingly clean surface can harbor tens -- even hundreds -- of thousands of bacteria, some of which can lead to serious infections or illnesses.

Unelko’s Clean & Shield is the only product line that cleans surfaces today and protects those surfaces tomorrow with an “organic” repellent barrier that lasts for days. They provide a continuous barrier that prevents water, soil, dirt, grime and bacteria from penetrating the microscopic pores of hard surfaces and adhering to them.

“One single cell of bacteria can multiply into over eight million cells in less than 24 hours,” said Steve Ohlhausen, president of Unelko. “Clean & Shield offers unmatched, one-step solutions that clean surfaces and stop bacterial growth. This patented technology dramatically reduces cleaning time and costs, while offering long-term protection.”

According to the EPA, indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air because of the use of certain chemicals.2 Clean & Shield’s patented technology works without toxic chemicals, making it safe for a wide variety of surfaces. The invisible protective barrier is “organic” and non-toxic.

Most sanitizers and disinfectants make claims that mislead consumers and cause misuse of the product. They include “fine print” instructions about usage and limitations that many consumers do not notice or read. Many products require “pre-cleaning” before they are applied or must be left on the surface for up to 10 to 30 minutes before being rinsed with water. They may also require masks, gloves and protective eyewear when being used, and may advise consumers to immediately remove clothing that comes in contact with the product. Unlike other products, Clean & Shield requires no protective gear and is safe for surfaces and users. It also requires no “pre-cleaning,” no waiting and no rinsing -- just spray, wipe, and you’re finished. The invisible “organic” barrier is automatically renewed every time you clean, and it keeps working even after you’re done.

Clean & Shield products are safe for a wide variety of surfaces, including tables, computers, desks, appliances and sinks. For more information, visit www.unelko.com. To place a wholesale order, call 1-480-991-7272 or toll-free 1-800-528-3149.

1 Journal of Applied Microbiology 2006
2 http://www.ecomall.com/greenshopping/cleaning.htm