This section provides an overview for hypochlorous acid water generators as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 31 hypochlorous acid water generator manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked hypochlorous acid water generator companies as of November, 2024: 1.SCIENCO/FAST, 2.MaxAssure, Inc., 3.Grundfos Pumps Corporation.
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Hypochlorous acid is an aqueous solution containing hypochlorous acid as a solute, which can be obtained by electrolyzing brine or hydrochloric acid. It has been designated as a disinfectant food additive because it has shown effectiveness in sterilizing and removing a wide range of bacteria and viruses, and is not harmful to human health when used appropriately and in accordance with precautions for its use.
Hypochlorous acid as a food additive (disinfectant) is specified in terms of pH and effective chlorine concentration.
Hypochlorous acid designated as a food additive (disinfectant)
Electrolyzer |
pH |
Effective chlorine concentration(mg/kg) |
|
Slightly acidic hypochlorous acid |
One-chamber type |
5.0〜6.5 |
10 to 80 |
Weak acid hypochlorous acid |
Two-chamber/Three-chamber type |
2.8〜5.0 |
10 to 60 |
Strongly acidic hypochlorous acid |
Two-chamber/Three-chamber type |
2.7 or less |
|
Sodium hypochlorite is similar to hypochlorous acid. The difference between the two is that the form of hypochlorous acid molecules in aqueous solution differs, resulting in different sterilizing power. Sodium hypochlorite exists primarily in ionic form in aqueous solutions, whereas water hypochlorite exists primarily in molecular form in aqueous solutions.
The molecular form of hypochlorous acid is said to have higher disinfecting power than the ionic form, and at the same effective chlorine concentration, hypochlorous acid shows a higher disinfecting effect.
Sodium hypochlorite is generally used at relatively high concentrations of 200 ppm or higher to achieve sterilizing effects. This has been pointed out as a problem at food handling sites, where it can cause rough hands, and the smell of chlorine can adhere to food, affecting the taste, aroma, and texture of the food. On the other hand, hypochlorous acid has the advantage that it has less impact on food and people because it has a sterilizing effect at a lower concentration.
A hypochlorous acid generator is a device that can generate hypochlorous acid instantly, and by using a hypochlorous acid generator, you can perform sanitation control such as sterilization and deodorization safely and inexpensively without spending time and effort.
Hypochlorous acid generators come in various sizes, so you can work efficiently by selecting the right size for your purpose of use.
The following describes the uses of hypochlorous acid generators.
With a hypochlorous acid generator, safe hypochlorous acid can be used immediately like tap water, without the need for dilution or other work.
These hypochlorous acid generators are used in various fields such as medical and welfare facilities, educational facilities, agriculture, fishery industry, restaurants, and food processing facilities because they enable efficient hygiene control.
For example, in food processing facilities and restaurants, it is used to sterilize cooking utensils, facilities, and various food materials. In medical, welfare, and educational facilities, it is used to sterilize inside facilities and to clean and sterilize utensils and clothing.
Hypochlorous acid is a sterilizing water designated as a food additive. Recently, however, products outside the scope of food additive regulations have been distributed as hypochlorous acid generators, and care should be taken to use products within the scope of food additive regulations (sterilizing agents) when using them to sterilize foodstuffs.
Next, the principle of hypochlorous acid generator is explained.
Hypochlorous acid is obtained by electrolyzing brine or dilute hydrochloric acid. Strongly acidic hypochlorous acid and weakly acidic hypochlorous acid are produced by electrolyzing brine water in an electrolysis tank with an anode and a cathode separated by a membrane to produce hypochlorous acid from the anode
On the other hand, slightly acidic hypochlorous acid is produced by electrolyzing dilute hydrochloric acid or a mixture of dilute hydrochloric acid and salt in a non-diaphragm electrolysis tank.
Hypochlorous acid is used as a disinfecting food additive, and the standard criteria and usage methods for pH, effective chlorine concentration, ingredients, and generator are specified.
Hypochlorous acid has been proven effective against a new type of coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) by the National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE). However, the following conditions apply depending on the intended use.
The following are points to keep in mind when using the product
Note that hypochlorous acid has not been verified to be effective when used in small quantities. It should also be noted that the verification by NITE was conducted assuming the sterilization of articles, and the effectiveness of the water for sterilization of hands and fingers, as well as the specific method of use, are not subject to evaluation.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Energenics Corporation, founded in 1974 and based in Naples, Florida, is a manufacturer of filtration, disinfection, and dryer airflow products. Its product portfolio includes disinfection chambers, airflow optimizers, and UV disinfection systems. The company has delivered over 10,000 commercial dryer lint filters worldwide, and its link filters have capacities ranging from 1,000 cfm - 40,000 cfm. It also sells parts such as cart washers and link scrubbers, and its hypochlorous acid generator is an on-demand chemical disinfectant that uses hypochlorous acid for plant disinfection. The company manufactures its products in the USA and allows site-specific customizations.
Grundfos Pumps Corporation, established in 1945, and located in Brookshire Texas, is a manufacturer and installer of pumps and pumping systems. The company offers a range of pumps, including CMBE circulator pumps for water circulation in various systems, SCALA2 booster pumps to enhance water pressure, MQ dosing pumps for controlled fluid dispensing, CR pumps for industrial use like water treatment and mining, and SP submersible pumps for well and borehole water pumping. The company holds both ISO 14001, and ISO 9001:2008 in adherance to quality management standards.
Guandong New Point Medical Technology Limited Company, founded in Guandong, China, is a manufacturer of disinfection equipment and products. The company's product portfolio includes a range of disinfection equipment including UV-C disinfection systems, electrostatic sprayers, and ozone generators, designed for various applications in healthcare, education, hospitality, and more. It also offers a selection of disinfectant solutions, including surface disinfectants, hand sanitizers, and air purifiers, formulated to eliminate harmful microorganisms effectively.
EcoloxTech, established in 2013 and headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, is a manufacturer of electrolysis systems for generating electrolyzed water. The company's product line includes an Eco-One Electrolyzed Water System and an E-240 system. It also offers ByoPackTM Backpack Electrostatic Fogger and Eco-One Combo. Its product is designed for residential use and can generate hypochlorous acid (HOCl) cleaner and disinfectant. The company has achieved ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 certification. It serves a range of industries such as healthcare, engineering, the plastic industry, drilling services, and more.
Toshiba has nearly a century-and-a-half-long history of pioneering the development of electrical equipment in Japan, providing customers with products and services such as energy systems and solutions and infrastructure systems and solutions. With a focus on digital technologies, Toshiba boasts cutting-edge products in semiconductors, barcode printers, and rechargeable Lithium-ion battery cells, modules, and industrial pack series. With arms in business, R & D, AI, sustainability, and digital solutions, Toshiba and its people evolve with the times, ensuring its continuing ability to solve ever-changing social issues through constant change. By utilizing the knowledge that Toshiba has amassed across numerous business domains, along with cutting-edge technologies like IoT, AI, and quantum related technologies, they have created digital solutions that provide our customers with new value and services
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | SCIENCO/FAST |
9.1%
|
2 | MaxAssure, Inc. |
6.7%
|
3 | Grundfos Pumps Corporation |
6.3%
|
4 | ENERGENICS CORPORATION |
5.3%
|
5 | GENEON THCHNOLOGIES |
5.2%
|
6 | TOSHIBA CORPORATION |
4.9%
|
7 | EWCO |
4.8%
|
8 | IKEUCHI USA,INC. |
4.5%
|
9 | ecoloxtech |
4.3%
|
10 | BetterGrow Hydro |
4.1%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the hypochlorous acid water generator page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 8 | 38.1% |
Japan | 5 | 23.8% |
China | 4 | 19.0% |
Taiwan | 1 | 4.8% |
Estonia | 1 | 4.8% |
Denmark | 1 | 4.8% |
United Kingdom | 1 | 4.8% |
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