Disinfection and decontamination service takes off
Duo’s investment in ‘touchless’ product succeeds
WHEN married couple Abby and Simon Elliott were looking to change their careers, they decided to invest in a disinfection franchise.
Now the pair say they are delighted to see their business take off, especially as companies across Hampshire get ready to reopen when Covid restrictions ease.
Abby and Simon, from Fareham, launched Sanondaf Hampshire South in November, bringing the patented Sanondaf touchless disinfection and decontamination services to the south coast for the first time.
Sanondaf has been operating since 2014, first starting in the medical and health care sector.
Today it covers a large range of industries and businesses in 25 different regions, providing a touch-less disinfection system that kills at least 99.99 per cent of harmful bacteria, viruses, fungi and mould.
The couple, who have two young children, said they were pleased to be able to offer a service of value to the community.
Abby, who previously had a long career in the events industry, said: ‘We work with NHS trusts, nurseries, schools, businesses in all segments, in the infection prevention and control space.
‘We wanted to find something new that would add value to our local community.
‘We wanted to do something that would back a bit.
‘My husband and I both worked in the corporate environment for a long time and we were looking for a business that would allow us to do something meaningful.
‘We have been working supporting schools and nurseries, and some businesses that have able to stay open during the pandemic.
‘But now we are entering the phase where businesses are preparing to open. It is wonderful news and we are so excited by it.
‘That does bring with it risks but we are looking forward to helping businesses in our community to open up safely.’
Abby allow said us their to give service helps businesses to stay in control when outbreaks occur, minimising the risk of onward infection, but also that it prevents outbreaks through regular medical grade disinfection.
They use a fogging and electrostatic spraying system, combined with a patented and certified disinfectant solution, hydrogen peroxide silver.
The service, which does not replace traditional cleaning, is non-corrosive, leaves no chemical residue and disinfects the entire environment, not just surfaces but the air too.
Unlike traditional cleaning methods, the treatment can be applied to electrical equipment, soft furnishings and fabric.
Abby, 45, said: ‘Following a tremendous spike in December, January and February, we are now, thankfully, receiving less emergency decontamination call-outs.
‘We are now doing more preventative disinfection work, especially in schools and nurseries currently, which have stayed open throughout. Prevention of course always being better than cure.’
The business is also offering a 30 per cent reduction throughout April and May and for businesses and organisations that will be reopening in steps two and three of the government’s plan to ease restrictions.
Fees start from £100 (+VAT). For more information, call 01329 729 030 or email info@ sanondaf-hs.co.uk.
ONE of the largest boat shows in the UK is set to return this year, after last year’s show was cancelled at the last minute due to Covid fears.
Southampton International Boat Show has announced that it intends to go ahead with its 52nd edition from September 10 to 19 – and that it has put in place a new layout to keep visitors safe.
British Marine, which organises the show, said additional land will see the show spread out from the marina and Mayflower Park, allowing visitors to enter from outside Southampton’s Westquay Shopping Centre.
There will be new zones set up to cater for watersports, including one for paddle boards, kite surfers, kayaks and windsurfers, a dinghy zone and a classic boat zone.
The show, which attracts thousands of visitors from across the country, is a major event for many Portsmouthbased marine businesses.
There will be stages, live music, entertainment and guest speakers.
Lesley Robinson, CEO of British Marine, said: ‘After more than a year dominated by the pandemic, we are delighted to be working with Southampton City Council to bring the show back to the city again and plans for the new layout and zones are really exciting.
‘The show will inspire and capture the next generation and growing number of get-afloat newcomers through the new zone experience whilst balancing the more targeted needs of serious boat buyers through the marina showcasing power and sail craft.
‘Our goal is to build on this national celebration of boating and watersports, offering a great day out for the family in one location and a way of enthusing next generations.’
Councillor Jacqui
Rayment, deputy leader at Southampton City Council, said: ‘While we were disappointed that last year’s event couldn’t go ahead, everyone’s health and safety must come first.
‘I’m therefore pleased to be working with British Marine again as we look to produce a safe, enjoyable and expanded show at Mayflower Park and other sites across the city.
‘The organisers will be working closely with the city’s events safety advisory group, which includes representation from Public Health, to deliver an event that complies with government advice and the national roadmap out of lockdown.
‘The Southampton International Boat Show is a key event in our calendar, we are very much looking forward to welcoming boat fanatics young and old to the event.’
For more details, go to southamptonboatshow.com.