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LifeAire Systems Presents in PA DCED’s Innovating to Recovery Series

Deputy Secretary of Technology and Innovation Steve D’Ettorre of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) hosted a media call Tuesday morning announcing the efforts of Allentown-based manufacturer LifeAire Systems, LLC to fight the coronavirus. Deputy Secretary D’Ettorre was joined by LifeAire Systems CEO Dr. Kathryn C. Worrilow, and representatives from the Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania (BFTP/NEP).

This media conference is part of DCED’s Innovating to Recovery series. These virtual events present the work of Ben Franklin Technology Partners client companies statewide in both addressing the pandemic with innovative products and processes, and accelerating the economic recovery by creating and retaining highly paid, sustainable jobs.

The proprietary and transformational air purification systems originally developed for highly sensitive In Vitro Fertilization facilities by LifeAire Systems are capable of killing infectious airborne pathogens including COVID-19. In addition to placing the technology in hospitals and senior living facilities to reduce infections, illness, and length of stay, LifeAire Systems has applied its proven kill technology to help during the COVID-19 pandemic in protecting dental practices, commercial office spaces, transportation, and educational facilities.

LifeAire Systems has also applied its technology to develop a portable, rapid decontamination unit for N95 masks that kills COVID-19 and other healthcare pathogens within all layers of the mask. More than 1,650 masks can be decontaminated in one day, helping with our current PPE shortage and reducing overall costs.

“LifeAire’s ability to pivot quickly in applying its technology to address the pandemic is emblematic of early-stage technology firms,” said Doug Engler, BFTP/NEP Lehigh Valley Regional Manager. “We are pleased to support LifeAire with funding, business and technical support, and key introductions to accelerate its success.”

“We developed the LifeAire System to solve a significant problem that impacted patient care – the presence of infectious airborne pathogens,” said Dr. Worrilow. “We are thrilled that our flagship technology is effective in protecting front-line workers and the general population during the pandemic.”

“Through the Ben Franklin Technology Partners, DCED supports early-stage technology companies and established manufacturers as they help us innovate to recovery from the coronavirus,” said D’Ettorre. “LifeAire is an outstanding example of a young company that has responded swiftly and effectively to this pandemic.”

Coverage:

LV Live: Lehigh Valley company’s air filtration system helps to battle the spread of COVID-19

Fox56: Wolf Admin: Healthcare tech. company creates revolutionary air filtration system

WKBN27: Pa. governor’s administration highlights ‘revolutionary’ air filtration system designed to combat COVID-19 spread

abc27: Wolf Administration highlights revolutionary air filtration system battling COVID-19 at the front lines

WPXI: Pennsylvania tech company develops new air filtration system to fight COVID-19

CBS 21: Pennsylvania company creates air purification system to help with COVID-19 mitigation

Lehigh Valley Business: LifeAire recognized for role in fighting COVID-19

TRIBLive: Pennsylvania-based company manufactures air filtration system to combat COVID-19

WITF Smart Talk: New Air Filtration Technology That Can Eliminate COVID