Bio-Fires - An Eco-Friendly Alternative to Real Fires

Biofires provide a warm, cozy form of heat that has no harmful gases or soot. They are easy to install and operate similar to electric fires.

The BARDA contract will support the development of the BioFire emerging CoV panel, which is a nucleic acid amplifying test that can be used with BioFire filmArray Systems to detect of known and emerging human acoronaviruses from nasopharyngeal oropharyngeal swabs as well as saliva samples.

Eco-friendly

A bioethanol fire insert fire is a great alternative to wood or gas fires. The fuel is made from plant by-products and the natural process converts sugars into alcohol. Bioethanol has numerous advantages over other types of fireplaces that include no harmful emissions and a much less carbon footprint. Bioethanol is a better alternative to other types of fireplaces because it doesn't produce smoke or soot. It does not require a flue, and can be used in the home or garden.

A multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacteria is one of the most dangerous health risks of the present. Fortunately, modern testing methods can help identify MDR bacteria and other infections early enough to stop further complications. BioFire FilmArray is one of these tests. This test uses an approach based on symptoms to identify pathogens that could cause sepsis. The results are accessible within one hour, so that healthcare professionals can begin treatment right away.

The process of Molecular PCR that amplifies DNA or RNA molecules into millions or billions of copies. This makes it possible to test small amounts of body fluid or tissue for the presence of certain genetic sequences. It is an excellent tool for laboratory professionals and can assist them to detect serious diseases in a cost-effective and efficient manner. The BioFire FilmArray PCR system is a cutting-edge tool for infectious disease diagnosis and is suitable in a myriad of applications in laboratories and hospitals.

For respiratory tests it is possible to use a simple swab to be wiped over your nose and sent to the lab for analysis. BioFire's technology provides a rapid turnaround time and allows doctors to act quickly. This means less time waiting for results and improved outcomes for patients.

The Chanouf Farm Biofire company has developed an agroforestry recycling system that uses pear and olive waste to produce biomass power and organic charcoal. The resulting products are sold to the general public as a sustainable alternative to traditional charcoal briquettes made of coal and wood. These bio-waste products are suitable to be burned in a Kachelofen fire that produces radiant heat and is a more sustainable alternative to electric or gas fires.

Clean burning

When you use bio-fire, you're not only saving energy, but you're also helping the environment by using a sustainable fuel source. This is because the combustion of bioethanol does not produce harmful gases like carbon dioxide. It releases only water vapour and heat. This makes it a cleaner and safer alternative for indoor use.

Ethanol is made from the fermentation of sugars in plants and is classed as an alternative source of energy that can be used to generate renewable fuel. It can be produced rapidly and won't be as depleted as fossil fuels like oil and coal. Bioethanol can reduce dependence on foreign imports, and the risk of shortages.

The bio-fires can be erected easily, and can be placed within existing fireplace openings or as a standalone unit. They are a viable alternative to gas and wood fires. They also make an excellent choice for offices and homes that do not have a chimney or flue.

When a bio-fire is lit, a special media is created inside the burner that absorbs the liquid ethanol fuel while making it ready to be used for combustion. The ethanol fuel is burned in the flames, and the vapours are released into the air through the vent. This makes the flames appear more natural and creates an amazing beauty that cannot be replicated using gas or real wood fires.

Another advantage of bio fuel fireplace-fires is that they don't need a flue or vent to replenish the oxygen used during combustion. They also don't produce the carbon monoxide that must be vented into the air in open fronted gas fires.

The BioFire Respiratory Panel employs multiplex technology that simultaneously tests for 19 respiratory pathogens in about an hour. This enables doctors to identify and rule out respiratory illnesses quicker than they could with conventional laboratory tests that require patients visits. This reduces time and costs for both the patient and health care system.

Safe indoors

Bio-fires are far safer to use indoors than real fires because they release no smoke or ash, nor carcinogenic fumes. They also do not emit carbon monoxide that can cause death if breathed in. The bio-ethanol fuel used in them is flammable however, and you should be careful when managing the burner and refilling your fire. The fuel should only be added after the burner has been turned off and your fire has cooled. Any spills should be cleaned up immediately.

The company's diagnostic FilmArray system, BioFire Torch and BioFire 2.0--are user-friendly and able to run eight different diagnostic panels approved by the US Food and Drug Administration as well as three additional panels approved for use in emergency situations and six environmental test panel. These tests include a respiratory test panel designed to quickly detect and differentiate respiratory illnesses including COVID-19, emerging coronaviruses, and COVID-19.

The Biomedical Advance Research and Development Initiative, which is part of the US Department of Defense Strategic Access Program has awarded the COVID-19 Panel a grant. The COVID-19 test is based on antigens, which allows physicians to differentiate symptoms caused by COVID-19 from other respiratory illnesses. This test has similar level of accuracy to the antigen tests that are rapid and are currently being used.

The company is also working on an SARS-CoV-2 test to be used in its Respiratory Panel 2.1. This multiplexed nucleic acid amplifying assay will be made available for use with the BioFire FilmArray 2.0 and Torch Systems, and will detect SARS-CoV-2 and 21 other respiratory pathogens in nasopharyngeal and saliva samples within less than one hour. The test is being developed on an rapid timeline and submission to the FDA for EUA and 510(k) clearance is expected in Q3 of 2020.

Bio-ethanol flame effect fires are safe to use, but must be kept away things that can ignite, like curtains, pillows, and blankets. You should never place them near anything that can catch fire. Keep flammable materials away from the fires that cause flames by at least 10 feet. The bioethanol fuel must be stored in a dry, secure space that is not easily reached by pets or children.

Simple to use

The Hanging Bioethanol fireplace fireplace has no chimney to worry about. You only need a place to store it and fuel. Once you've filled the burner with fuel, light it. This will give the appearance of an actual flame. Once the flame is started, it will heat the room but with little or no smoke. It also produces heat similar to a wood-burning fireplace. Bio fires are also easy to maintain, and don't need any servicing other than a quick clean-up.

Unlike most rapid tests that are available, the BioFire RP2.1-EZ test employs a syndromic approach to identify common infectious disease symptoms and can return results in about 45 minutes. The test is designed for patients with upper respiratory symptoms and has a 98% sensitivity rate. The test can identify 19 viruses and three bacteria in one sample which makes it a great option for managing patients.

The BioFire platform combines multiplex testing, sample preparation, and results reporting in one platform. This helps laboratories to streamline their workflow and eliminates the necessity for a sequential approach that involves sending out a single tests. This can result in improved patient outcomes, by allowing the right test to be utilized the first time and also by removing the need for costly culture-based tests. Additionally to this, the BioFire system can identify pathogens as well as their resistance genes to antimicrobials at a molecular level, providing information that is more accurate than traditional methods.

Molecular diagnostics are increasingly utilized to improve patient care and outcomes. The BioFire RP2.1 plus panel utilizes the syndromic approach to simultaneously target 23 of the most frequently involved pathogens in respiratory infections. The assay is available on the BioFire film array 2.0 and Torch systems, and can provide results within 45 minutes.

The test is available in the US under FDA Emergency Use Authorization. It will be commercially available after the initial DoD requirements are satisfied. The BioFire Defense team has developed a fully automated, sample-to result assay for rapid detection of COVID-19. The assay is currently being developed and will be available once initial DoD requirements are satisfied.

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