Mailroom Security System kills anthrax concealed in mail.
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Combining ultraviolet, microwave, and high frequency energy, Mail Defender III kills anthrax, smallpox, SARS, avian flu, and many other dangerous substances. Microporous insulation systems minimize all modes of heat transfer simultaneously so mail is not damaged. System offers solution to Homeland Security Presidential Directive mandating that all federal buildings start complying on August 25, 2009 with plans to protect all occupants from bioterrorism attacks.
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BioDefense Corp's Mail Defender
Featuring Major Components by Thermodyne, ONLY Device That KILLS Anthrax Concealed in Mail; Best Solution to Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSD-7) Mandating All Federal Buildings Must Protect Against BioTerrorism Attacks
Boston, MA, and Elkhart, IN - August 25, 2009 - Mail Defender III, produced by Boston-based BioDefense Corporation (www.biod.com) is a likely solution to Homeland Security
Presidential Directive (HSD-7) mandating that all federal buildings start complying on
August 25, 2009 with plans to protect all occupants from bioterrorism attacks.
"Anthrax attacks - either as a hoax, or the very deadly real thing -- are a continual
headache to the security community, because this dangerous pathogen is easily sent
through the mail. Mail Defender III is the ONLY equipment that actually kills anthrax,
smallpox, SARS, avian flu, and many other dangerous substances in the customer's
office," said Michael Lu, Chairman and CEO of BioDefense Corporation.
Pat Heller, President of Elkhart-based ThermoDyne (thermodynel.com). added
"Mail Defender's ingenious technology, which combines ultraviolet, microwave and high
frequency energy to neutralize dangerous pathogens works because of our thermal
solutions. ThermoDyne's microporous insulations systems minimize all modes of heat
transfer simultaneously within minimum space and weight requirements. In other words,
Mail Defender kills the pathogens without cooking the mail."
HSD-7 Mandate opens 9,000 Federal Buildings as Market for Mail Defender; Will Create Hundreds of New, Long-Lasting Jobs in Recession-Weary Elkhart and Boston
At a press conference scheduled for August zs" in Elkhart, local dignitaries including
Mayor Richard Moore and U.S. Representative Mark E. Souder (R), a member of the
House Homeland Security Committee, offered insights into the benefits of HSD-7. A
special contingent of counter terrorism experts from the United Kingdom's famed
Scotland Yard also attended.
Congressman Souder said, "As a senior member of the Homeland Security committee, 1
am acutely aware of the harm that could be brought against us by those with evil
intentions who oppose rights and freedoms that we as Americans enjoy. Since 9111,
however, we have taken steps to help anticipate and deter future attacks and prepare for a quick and effective response following an emergency.
"I am committed to ensuring that all of our resources don't simply go to New York City
and Washington, D.C.," he continued. "Too often, less populous states, and smaller cities and towns, are forgotten and I'm am dedicated to seeing our nation continue to make gains in our efforts to protect our nation and prevent terrorists from doing harm to our nation, " concluded Representative Souder.
About ThermoDyne
Provider of thermal solutions for a variety of industrial, military and space-oriented
equipment, ThermoDyne produces microporous insulations materials and designs high
performance insulations systems. The company offers a full in-house design, engineering, production and technical support. Designs include a variety of materials including felts, mats, coated and un-coated fabrics, silicon, Teflon, plastics, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium" or Hastelloy. ThermoDyne headquarters are at 822 Middlebury Street, Elkhart, IN 46616. Tel: 574-522-3606
About BioDefense Corporation
Over the past eight years, BioDefense Corporation has developed multiple Mail Defender
prototypes, and is now bringing to market its first commercial production unit.
BioDefense has secured a patent for the technology containing over 30 claims, and has
completed independent testing from multiple laboratories under government supervision
confirming the efficacy of the technology. Current customers for the Mail Defender
include the United Nations, U.S. Military, and other high-profile government and
financial institutions. Headquarters are at 12 Channel Street, Boston, MA 02210. Tel:
617-778-1800.
