Kontrol BioCloud Technology Identifies Influenza Virus in Testing
-Expansion of Technology Application for Detection of Influenza Virus-
TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Kontrol Technologies Corp. (NEO:KNR) (OTCQB:KNRLF) (FSE:1K8) (“Kontrol” or the “Company”), a leader in smart building technology, has completed initial testing of the BioCloud technology in Japan and has delivered a positive detection of the influenza virus. The initial testing indicates the application of the BioCloud technology for influenza virus.
“The BioCloud technology innovation is based on taking a manual laboratory process and automating that process in real-time, with the goal of monitoring ambient air for early viral detection,” says Gary Saunders, President of Kontrol BioCloud. “Since the inception of our technology development we have indicated our intention to be able to detect multiple virus and pathogens as part of overall area safety. We are pleased with the initial positive testing with aerosolized influenza virus.”
Initial Testing
Further to the press release dated January 14th, 2022 (Kontrol Technologies expands BioCloud Technology into Japan) and working with its local partner, testing was provided through a laboratory in Japan and the initial testing was focused on the ability of Kontrol BioCloud to capture aerosolized influenza virus in its proprietary collection chamber. Based on initial testing the BioCloud technology was able to successfully capture the virus.
The testing summary of initial testing findings are provided on pages 15 to 17 of the BioCloud Testing Document (https://kontrolcorp.com/biocloud-testing).
“With a growing movement to monitor air quality in buildings with early viral detection systems, BioCloud continues to be well positioned to offer solutions that seek to create safer spaces across the global economy”, says Paul Ghezzi, CEO of Kontrol Technologies.
The Company is not making any express or implied claims that its product has the ability to eliminate, cure or contain the COVID-19 (or SARS-2 Coronavirus).
About Kontrol BioCloudTM
Kontrol BioCloud (“BioCloud”) is an operating subsidiary of Kontrol Technologies. The BioCloud technology is a real-time analyzer designed to detect airborne viruses and pathogens. BioCloud is an air quality technology and not a medical device. BioCloud has been designed to operate as a safe space technology by sampling the air quality continuously. With a proprietary detection chamber that can be replaced as needed, viruses are detected, and a silent notification system is created. BioCloud can be applied to any space where individuals gather. Additional information about Kontrol BioCloud can be found on its website at www.kontrolbiocloud.com
Kontrol Technologies Corp.
Kontrol Technologies Corp., a Canadian public company, is a leader in smart buildings and cities through IoT, Cloud and SaaS technology. Kontrol provides solutions and services to its customers to improve energy management, monitor continuous emissions and accelerate the sustainability of all buildings.
Additional information about Kontrol Technologies Corp. can be found on its website at www.kontrolcorp.com and by reviewing its profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com
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Where Kontrol expresses or implies an expectation or belief as to future events or results, such expectation or belief is based on assumptions made in good faith and believed to have a reasonable basis. Such assumptions include, without limitation, that sufficient capital will be available to the Company; that future testing can be conducted as planned; that technology will be as effective as anticipated; that existing relationships and contracts entered into by the Company will continue on the same or similar terms, or at all; and that demand will continue for air quality products and for the Company’s products in particular.
However, forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors, which could cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed, projected, or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks include, but are not limited to, that sufficient capital and financing cannot be obtained on reasonable terms, or at all; that the Company’s technologies will not prove as effective as expected; that customers and potential customers will not be as accepting of the Company’s product and service offering as expected and/or that demand for such products and services will not continue; that the Company’s test results will not be replicated in the future or that future testing will not be conducted; that the Company will not maintain its existing relationships or contracts on the same terms or at all; and government and regulatory factors impacting the energy conservation industry. Kontrol BioCloud is an air quality technology and not a medical device. The Company is not making any express or implied claims that its product has the ability to eliminate, cure or contain the COVID-19 (or SARS-2 Coronavirus).
Accordingly, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements and the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. The forward-looking statements contained herein are made as at the date hereof and are based on the beliefs, estimates, expectations, and opinions of management on such date. Kontrol does not undertake any obligation to update publicly or revise any such forward-looking statements or any forward-looking statements contained in any other documents whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise or to explain any material difference between subsequent actual events and such forward-looking information, except as required under applicable securities law. Readers are cautioned to consider these and other factors, uncertainties, and potential events carefully and not to put undue reliance on forward-looking information.
Contacts
Kontrol Technologies Corp.
Paul Ghezzi
CEO
info@kontrolcorp.com
Tel: (905) 766.0400
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