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F.A.Q.

What microorganisms does Gold Shield’s services protect against?

The disinfectant used by Gold Shield Sanitation kills up to 99.999% of harmful microorganisms, including the following Bacteria, Viruses and Fungi.
Gram Negative Bacteria
• Acinetobacter baumannii ATCC 19606
• Pseudomonas aeruginosa ATCC 15442
• Legionella pneumophila ATCC 33153
• Salmonella enterica ATCC 10708
• Klebsiella pneumoniae (NDM-1) ATCC BAA-2146
• Escherichia coli ATCC 11229
• Bordetella bronchiseptica ATCC 10580
• Chlamydia psittaci, Strain 6BC, ATCCVR-125
Gram Positive Bacteria
• Staphylococcus aureus MRSA ATCC 33592
• Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 6538
• Listeria monocytogenes ATCC 15313
• Mycobacterium bovis- BCG
• Penicillin- Resistant Streptococuspenumoniae, ATCC 700677
Enveloped Viruses
• Swine Influenza (H1N1) Virus**
• Respiratory Syncytial Virus**
• Influenza B Virus**
• Hepatitis A Virus**
• Hepatitis B Virus**
• Hepatitis C Virus**
• Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV Type 1)**
• Hantavirus (Prospect Hill Virus) University of Ontario**
• Canine Distemper Virus, Strain Snyder Hill, ATCC VR**
• Felid Herpesvirus 1, Strain C-27, ATCC VR-636**
• Feline coronavirus, Strain WSU 79-1683, ATCC VR-989**
• Canine coronavirus, Strain 1-71, ATCC VR-809**
• Canine lnfluenza (H3N8) virus, Strain A/Ca/NY/105913/08, Cornell University**
• Feline Infectious Peritonitis Virus, Strain: WSU 79, ATCC VR-990**
• Rabies Virus, Strain: Flury (HEP), ATCC VR-139**
• Herpes Simplex Virus 1 (Human), Strain HF, ATCC VR-260**
• Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus, Strain CO 2013, USDA APHIS 025-PDV001
Non-Enveloped Viruses
• Rotavirus**
• Norovirus Feline Calicivirus**
• Murine Norovirus (MNV-1)**
• Adenovirus 1, Strain Adenoid 71, ATCC VR-1**
• Canine Parvovirus, Strain Cornell-780916, ATCC VR-2016**
• Canine adenovirus 1, Strain Utrecht, ATCC VR-293**
• Herpes Simplex Virus 1 (Human), Strain HF, ATCC VR-260**
• Feline panleukopenia virus, Strain Philips-Roxane, ATCC VR-648**
• Enterbacter aerogenes ATCC 13048
Fungi
• Aspergillus niger ATCC 6275
• Trichophyton rubrum ATCC MYA
• Trichophyton mentagrophytes ATCC 9533

What does the disinfection process consist of?

Our application is a two-step process:
• Step 1 is a powerful no-rinse, no-wipe, one-step, all-purpose cleaner, deodorizer, disinfectant and anti-allergen that sanitizes and disinfects surfaces to “prime” them for, and help ensure a permanent bond with, a subsequent application of our protective coating shield. A single fogged-on application will kill up to 99.999% of germs, bacteria, viruses, fungi, mold and other harmful microbes on hard, nonporous surfaces and 99.999% of the same on fabrics and carpet, while also eliminating common odors and allergens.
• Step 2 is a permanent antimicrobial surface protectant. Like Step 1, this is applied by an electro-magnetic fogger. Upon application, it bonds with the surfaces to which it is applied. As the protective coating dries millions of positively-charged microscopic “spikes” form and extend from the surface. Because microorganisms are negatively charged, they are electrostatically pulled onto the positively charged spikes and eliminated, as the spikes rupture their cell walls and, essentially “electrocute” them.
• Once cured it will not wash off and can last, and remain antimicrobially active for up to 3 months of the treated surfaces.

Do surfaces that have been treated with Gold Shield’s products need to be cleaned?
Gold Shield’s disinfection is not a replacement for routine cleaning. In fact, routine cleaning is recommended to keep the disinfectant effective, as the antimicrobial surface is very thin and too much dirt or other contaminant build-up can cover the spike like appliances and render them less effective until they are cleaned.
How long does the disinfectant last once applied?
Given the many different surfaces, environments and conditions SHIELD is subjected to, and other factors, our residual efficacy claim is limited to “up to 90 days.
Is the disinfectant effective on all of the many different materials and surfaces in my vehicle’s passenger cabin?
Yes. The disinfectant used by Gold Shield Sanitation bonds to and is effective on, virtually any surface, whether it’s porous, nonporous, hard, soft, solid or fabric/upholstery. This is an important benefit as standard disinfectants are, by federal law, only approved for use on hard, non-porous surfaces.
Will regular cleaning of the treated surface reduce the effectiveness of the disinfectant?
No. Normal cleaning will not harm or remove the top coat of our disinfectant. It is, however, important to note that sanding, or scrubbing treated surfaces with abrasive cleaners, will partially remove it, requiring spot reapplication to regain effectiveness.