When keeping everyone safe and connected is a priority, we rely on our devices and need them to be safe and ready to use. However, viruses and other bacteria can live on devices for as long as 3 days. In settings where many people are touching the same device, this could contribute to the spread of germs. To help create the safest environment possible, keeping devices clean, charged, and ready-to-use is essential.

The PowerUp UVC Disinfection Charging Cart provides UVC disinfection within 5 minutes, with a convenient adjustable timer for sanitizing and charging. It can be used with almost any mobile device, from smartphones, to laptops and tablets, to radios and scanners.

Now, we are thrilled to announce that the UVC Charging Cart can be paired with IntelliTrack, a leading provider of inventory management and asset tracking solutions. This collaboration enables users to keep track of laptops, iPads and chromebooks with real-time asset tracking. It is a single source solution that delivers charging, UVC sanitizing, and tracking.

For places like schools and hospitals that have a high volume of devices and users, this can be particularly useful. Especially during the pandemic, teachers, nurses, and front-line workers have more than enough on their plates. IntelliTrack and the PowerUP UVC Charging Carts can help alleviate stress by streamlining processes and ensuring devices are safe to use.

UVC disinfection is a simple and effective way to sanitize that has been implemented for decades, eradicating viruses and bacteria on devices by 99.9999%. The PowerUp UVC Disinfection Charging Cart leverages the power of Ultraviolet C light—which can kill viruses like COVID-19—by destroying them at the molecular level. Unlike cleaning wipes, UVC light is residue-free and cost effective—just set the cart up in a convenient location and it is ready to use, no need to constantly repurchase or replenish supply. Devices are also charged while in the cart, so that they are fully powered up and safe for use, whenever or wherever they are needed.

If a device goes missing, Intellitrack asset tracking makes it easy to locate and return it to the cart for charging and sanitization. IntelliTrack services can also help keep track of each time the device is used and who uses it. This creates a chain of custody, which can track usage in case any malware or inappropriate content is found on the device.

We know how important it is to take every action possible to keep everyone safe and healthy, during these unprecedented times and beyond. We hope that PowerUp and IntelliTrack solutions can provide long-term support for your organization by making certain that devices remain accessible and clean.

Learn more about our UVC Disinfecting Charging Carts and Asset Tracking or contact us with questions.

As schools are reopening, the number of children infected with COVID-19 is rising. Data from state health departments shows that the percentage of children infected has increased from 2.2% of all cases nationwide in April to 10% of all cases in September, and is on the rise.

Proper hand-washing, use of masks and following social distancing protocols are all important precautions taken to prevent the spread of COVD-19 and other pathogens, like those that cause the flu, in schools. However, devices are some of the most frequently touched surfaces we encounter daily, and yet, they can become an afterthought in terms of COVID-19 prevention.

Not only do kids rely on their phones to communicate with parents, many schools are using Chromebooks, tablets and other devices for students to complete classwork and assignments. Teachers might have a set of laptops for the classroom that are used by multiple students throughout the day, or computer rooms might have a set of tablets that students can borrow. These devices are constantly in use, traveling back and forth from home and school, on buses and in public spaces.

Our kids need these devices to learn and stay connected. A student’s biggest priorities should be homework assignments and fostering relationships with their peers—not worrying about whether their devices are clean and safe to use. Keeping phones, tablets and laptops clean is an important part of COVID-19 and flu prevention and another important measure to help keep students safe.

Unfortunately, devices are notoriously difficult to clean. Did you know that COVID-19 bacteria can live on laptops for up to 72 hours? Disinfecting wipes and sprays are convenient, but it is easy for students to miss or neglect to wipe every surface, like the crevices of a keyboard or the back of a tablet, making them ineffective. Improper or excessive use of disinfectant wipes and sprays can also potentially damage devices, leading to expensive replacement costs.Additionally, wipes are costly, wasteful and need to be constantly reordered and replaced. Proper device cleaning needs to be a long-term consideration, and wipes aren’t a good long-term solution.

The Power of UVC Disinfection

PowerUp’s Pure Zone UVC Disinfection Charging Carts have medical-grade UVC sanitization. It can charge a variety of devices and keep them secure while cleaning them using UVC light, so they are fully ready and safe to use whenever a student needs it. They are perfect for use in classrooms, libraries, computer labs and other convenient locations within schools. Our carts are a big-picture solution that can be useful not only during the pandemic, but also in the future to combat the common flu, colds and everyday germs.

UVC light technology has been used for decades in hospitals, labs and other medical settings. It is proven to eradicate viruses and bacteria by 99.9999%, and is especially effective at attacking airborne pathogens like COVID-19. The FDA cites that “UVC radiation has been shown to destroy the outer protein coating of the SARS-Coronvirus”. However, it isn’t commonly implemented in schools, yet.

“We have struggled in the past to see this highly effective, very safe technology fully implemented for airborne infections,” said Dr. Edward A. Nardell, a professor of global health and social medicine at Harvard Medical School. “We’ve done the studies. We know it works.”

PowerUp’s UVC Disinfection Charging Carts use this same technology to clean devices, emitting a 254nm UV light. The cart can disinfect a device in just 5 minutes, destroying the virus at the molecular level. It doesn’t leave any residue on devices and the carts are maintenance-free. Simply set the carts up wherever they are needed, and students can begin to clean their devices, while keeping them charged.

“Ultraviolet light mangles the genetic material in pathogens—DNA in bacteria and fungi, RNA in viruses—preventing them from reproducing. ‘You’ve killed it essentially,’ said William P. Bahnfleth, a professor of architectural engineering at Pennsylvania State University.”

We believe in taking every possible action that will help keep students safe and healthy. Our carts are a cost-effective, long-term solution that can help keep devices clean, charged and ready to use for our students.

Learn more about our UVC Disinfection Charging Carts, or contact us with questions

Many aspects of our daily lives are on pause during the era of COVID-19, but natural disasters certainly are not. From hurricanes in the south to wildfires in the west, emergency situations are still occurring just as frequently as ever. According to the Federation of American Scientists, as of October 1, 2020, over 44,000 wildfires have burned nearly 7.7 million acres this year. During these times, we rely on our phones and other devices to keep us connected, informed and safe.

Emergency Management Agencies (EMAs) do incredible work helping communities that are affected by crises by supporting emergency preparedness, response and recovery efforts. These teams need to be prepared and connected at all times, which is why our PowerUp™ Solar-powered Charging Trailer is an ideal solution for EMAs. Devices like cell phones and tablets are vital to stay in contact with officials, receive important updates and to simply let workers’ loved ones know that they are safe. First responders already have more than enough on their plates during ever-changing crisis situations––they shouldn’t have to worry about dead devices, too. EMAs have utilized grant programs, such as the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG), the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) and Assistance to Firefighters (AFG), for purchase of equipment to enhance and improve the nation’s readiness against major disasters and emergencies.

Emergency situations are frequently accompanied by power outages. Loss of power can have detrimental impacts on communities, slowing down aid and recovery efforts, limiting communication and hindering connectivity. Traditional backup generators are often clunky, difficult to repair and in limited supply. Plus, they usually require frequent fuel resupply, which can be costly and waste precious time.

Our PowerUp™ Solar-powered Charging Trailer can provide an alternative to traditional backup generators and can complement existing emergency setups. Its innate mobility allows the trailer to be deployed on site wherever first responders need it, in whatever the most accessible and convenient location may be. This way, first responders can rest assured that their phones, laptops and other communication devices can always be charged and ready to go. Over 90 devices can be charged at once, via three methods. Users can select a secure locker that is accessible through an RFID wristband or a keycode, or use one of the USB cables and ports on the counter of the trailer. The trailer also comes with portable solar-powered charging tables for additional power supply and can even be equipped to become a WiFi Hotspot.

Our trailer can be used to provide temporary power, but it can also provide a platform to support community resilience outreach efforts year-round. Equipped with two outdoor HD flatscreen TVs, the trailer is a great way to facilitate awareness sessions and education programs in your community—before disaster strikes. The TVs can also be used during emergency response to display information and to direct people to the chargers. Additionally, the trailer can be outfitted with UVC in each locker bay and UVC charging cart that can be deployed in case of limited mobility. 

If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that anything can happen. We can’t predict what’s next, but we can try our best to be prepared. By providing critical support for first responders, charging stations like this serve to support communities and connect people when they need it most. Contact us to find out more about the PowerUp™ Solar-powered Charging Trailer and other charging solutions.