6 benefits of Stabilized Aqueous Ozone (SAO) every Thai business should know
Businesses in Thailand spend significant amounts on cleaning chemicals every year: floor cleaners, disinfectants, dishwashing liquids, laundry detergents, and more. These chemicals are not only expensive but also impact employee health and the environment.
Stabilized Aqueous Ozone (SAO) from Tersano offers an alternative that can replace most of these chemical products. This patented technology turns tap water into a combined cleaner and disinfectant. Here are the 6 key benefits for Thai businesses.
1. Reduce chemical cleaning costs by 80-90%
The true cost of chemical cleaners goes beyond the price of the products themselves. It includes storage, transportation, protective equipment, waste disposal, and training. When calculated together, a mid-sized Thai business may spend hundreds of thousands of baht per year on cleaning chemicals alone.
SAO is produced from tap water through the lotus PRO v9 or iClean Mini. After installation, ongoing costs are limited to the SAO-24 cartridge replacement every 12-24 months and a small amount of tap water. Hotels and hospitals that have switched to SAO report 80-90% reduction in chemical cleaning costs.
Additionally, SAO functions as both a cleaner and disinfectant in one. No need to purchase two separate products.
2. Kill 99.99% of pathogens without chemicals
SAO has been tested by multiple independent laboratories confirming 99.99% pathogen elimination, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi commonly found in Thailand's hot and humid climate.
Pathogens that SAO eliminates include E. coli (diarrhea), Salmonella (food poisoning), Listeria (food contamination), Staphylococcus aureus (skin infections), Norovirus (acute gastroenteritis), and Aspergillus (airborne fungi).
Critically, SAO does not create antimicrobial resistance, which is a growing concern with the repeated use of chemical disinfectants over time.
3. Protect employee health and safety
Conventional cleaning chemicals release fumes that can irritate eyes, nose, and airways. Cleaning staff exposed to chemicals over long periods face increased risk of skin conditions, respiratory diseases, and chemical sensitivities.
Research from the University of Bergen, Norway, found that regular exposure to chemical cleaning agents impacts lung function equivalent to smoking 20 cigarettes per day.
SAO has an SDS (Safety Data Sheet) rating of 0-0-0-A, the highest safety level. No fumes, no skin irritation, and it can be used without gloves or protective equipment.
4. Meet international standards Thai businesses need
Businesses in Thailand, particularly in the food, hospitality, and healthcare industries, must comply with strict hygiene standards including HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, and Thai FDA regulations.
SAO holds certifications from:
- EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) certified as a disinfectant
- NSF (sanitation standards) certified safe for food contact surfaces
- Green Seal certified as environmentally friendly, PFAS-free
These certifications help businesses use SAO as part of their HACCP system and pass inspections with confidence. For full certification details, visit our Trust page.
5. Simple to use, minimal training required
Traditional chemical cleaning systems require staff training on mixing solutions in correct ratios, selecting the right product for each surface type, safely storing chemicals, and emergency procedures for chemical accidents.
SAO eliminates this complexity. Staff simply turn on the tap from the lotus PRO v9 or iClean Mini to get SAO ready to use. No mixing, no product selection, works on all surfaces. This eliminates errors from incorrect dilution ratios or wrong product selection.
The lotus PRO v9 also includes IoT monitoring that allows managers to track usage volumes, cartridge status, and system performance in real-time through an online dashboard.
6. Reduce your carbon footprint and plastic waste
Businesses focused on sustainability will find that SAO delivers measurable environmental impact reduction.
Fewer plastic bottles No more purchasing cleaning products in plastic containers. A mid-sized hotel can eliminate hundreds of plastic bottles per year.
Less transportation No more ordering and shipping cleaning chemicals from suppliers. Reduced CO2 emissions from transportation.
Cleaner wastewater SAO breaks down into water and oxygen. No chemical contamination in wastewater, reducing the burden on water treatment systems.
Less storage space No need to store large quantities of chemicals. The freed-up space can be used for other purposes.
These reductions also support better ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) reporting and align with corporate sustainability targets.
Which businesses benefit most?
SAO is suitable for any business that cleans and disinfects regularly, especially:
- Hotels and resorts Guest rooms, lobbies, restaurants, swimming pools
- Hospitals and clinics Surface and equipment disinfection, patient care areas
- Food and beverage factories Production lines, food contact surfaces, equipment
- Restaurants and cafes Dishwashing, counters, floors
- Offices Desks, meeting rooms, restrooms
- Schools and universities Classrooms, canteens, sports facilities
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Learn more about SAO technology and find which product suits your business, or contact Prozon for a free consultation and product demonstration.