Our Technology I Qivation Photocatalyst Technology

Qivation has mastered the application of PIAJ Nanophotocatalyst Application Technology. We successfully use this technology with different materials, shapes, and functions. Qivation has developed a specific formula for each of our products. Our methods significantly enhance the functionality and efficiency of Nanophotocatalyst.

We adopted the “Nano-Photocatalytic Technology” from Japan, the recognized technology and materials by PIAJ (Photocatalysis Industry Association of Japan) for our Products and Services. The TiO2 (purification materials) are produced in Japan and with PIAJ certification. The PIAJ Association is the most authoritative standard for purification materials in Japan. The PIAJ testing standard is in accordance with the JIS standard (Japanese Industrial Standard), which is the highest and recognized standard in Japan. The issuance of a PIAJ certificate must meet the performance standards, which are measured and examined through standardized and stringent testing procedures. The Nano Photocatalytic Technology we adopt can initiate a 24/7 round-the-clock disinfection cycle, decomposing airborne viruses, odor, bacteria, and other pollutants with visible light. The pollutants will be absorbed when there is no light, once the light is on, the pollutants shall then to decomposed. Once activated, it will operate around the clock.

In our Lighting Q - WiZ series, we adopted the Smart lighting software solutions by WiZ Connected of Signify (formerly Philips Lighting) offers a range of up to 64,000 adjustable shades of white and lightness and up to 16 million colors with preset well-being and dynamic light mode. Combined with our Nanophotocatalyst Technology of PIAJ and our own application technology. The technology allows us to design safe, immersive, durable uniquely and 24/7 antibacterial and anti-virus home products, which reduces domestic health risks and creates a comforting lifestyle setting.

How Does
Photocatalysis Work

Photocatalysis uses light as a catalyst to initiate a chemical reaction after absorbing light energy. The process releases electron (-) from surfaces.
The process allows the Oxygen (O2) and moisture (H2O) in the air to generate O2- (Superoxide anion) and generates •OH (hydroxyl radical), respectively.
The O2- (Superoxide anion) and •OH (hydroxyl radical) generated will then create a redox effect in which the tiny organic substances (e.g., bacteria, odour, unpleasant smell, virus) are then converted into carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O).
The conversion decomposes organic compounds and releases them into the air

You may learn more about the photocatalyst technology at the PIAJ website

Absorb and decompose pollutants, converting them into clean air 24/7

The technology can minimize the Organic substances inclusive pollutants (e.g bacteria, odour, unpleasant smell, virus) laying or near Qivation TiO2 Product removing odor and formaldehyde thru a normal air convention then the pollutants absorbed at the surface of Qivation TiO2 Product even with no light, the pollutants shall then decompose by touching on the surface of Qivation TiO2 Product by visible light or sunlight then converting them into clean air, purifying the air of the surrounding. Absorb and decompose pollutants, converting them into clean air 24/7

Advanced Technology Composition with Pure Water

The use of TiO2, which we apply is the nano photocatalyst technology. This technology revolutionizes the traditional application of photocatalysts as it no longer requires binders, alcohol, or other harmful materials.

Composition with water-soluble titanium dioxide and pure water only, it is harmless to humans and animals with tests proven

Durable and Sustainable Solution

The Nano-photocatalyst materials with Qivation application technology offer a strong and durable coating applied on the product surface for long-lasting protection ,with a hardness of 5H and hard to peel off, able to keep the colours and surface quality of the product from deteriorating easily. The material achieved JIS D 0205:1987 standard *“Accelerated Weather test". which proves that under the conditions of outdoor exposure to weather (without artificial scratching or wiping), the maximum durability of the material can reach *8 to 10 years (decomposition activity index ≧ 8.0 ) Material effectiveness decreased by 60%, but still higher than the standard (decomposition activity index ≧ 5.0).

Under normal maintenance conditions, the surface durability can be up to double or even more** compared to similar products without our technology, Products are much more durable compared to the same product without our technology, and as a result, have less waste disposal. Sustainable products and solutions to protect your health and the environment.

Coated surfaces initiate Antibacterial, Air purification effects, Durable, less waste disposal and sustainable too. Meets the environmental, social and corporate governance ESG development goals.

*It artificially produces sunlight (mainly ultraviolet rays) / temperature/humidity (regular rainfall), and observes the deterioration of paints and building materials at a promotion rate of several to 100 times that of outdoor exposure.

**The durability of titanium dioxide (TiO2) photocatalyst also depends on the maintenance status. If it is frequently scratched or wiped, it will peel off/disable faster, and vice versa, the validity period will be longer.

#The picture is a project in Japan. It can be seen from the picture that there is a big difference between coated and uncoated surfaces and the effect can still be maintained after one year.

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An Interview with Souma (a PIAJ member) talking about Photocatalyst and Qivation Technology

Test Proven

A quality recognition we have acquired are results from Intertek testing. Intertek is one of the world's most trusted partners for Quality Assurance. Our products have been tested with empirical evidence and results verified by Intertek.

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Anti-Bacterial Performance Test

(100sq.ft room space)*2 x Qivation TiO2 Product (SPACE/AREA TEST)

I. Escherichia Coli ▼87.07%
II. Staphylococcus Aureus ▼91.72%

Intertek

I. Escherichia Coli ▼88.14%
II. Staphylococcus Aureus ▼90.89%

Intertek

*The decreased percentage compares a general lighting VS Qivation TiO2 lighting illuminated to the bacteria sample; both lightings measured at the same condition.

Anti-Bacterial Activity Test

(PRODUCT SURFACE TEST)

ISO 22196:2011 International Standard

I. Escherichia Coli ▼99.00%
II. Staphylococcus Aureus ▼99.50%

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JIS Z 2801:2010 Japan Industrial Standard

I. Escherichia Coli ▼99.00%
II. Staphylococcus Aureus ▼99.50%

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Our products have been tested by the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park under the field-emission electronic microscope and Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy. HKSTP proves that TiO2 can successfully adhere to our different materials and shapes of products. This test demonstrates the effectiveness of the photocatalyst application technology developed by Qivation.

Product Elemental Composition Analysis

TiO2 adhesive test (For Various Qivation Product Materials)

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Qivation TiO2 Product Material: Polyester

*Polyester (the materials of our Floormat and Rug) has examined the washed sample (washed 10 times), and the testing result is the TiO2 can still be found and adhered to our product.

Qivation TiO2 Product Material: PVC

Our adopted Nano-Photocatalyst Material PIAJ Certificate Testing Criteria and Result

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The issuance of a PIAJ certificate must meet the strict testing standard. The recognition certifies photocatalyst products that meet the performance standards, which are measured and examined through standardized and stringent testing procedures.

2019-0002 Certificate proved Air Purification Effect

2012-0006 Certificate proved Self Cleaning Effect, Antibacterial Effect, Air Purification Effect *Base material of 2019-0002

Our adopted Nano-Photocatalyst Material
Other Testing result

Toxicity Test

Nano-photocatalyst substances have passed the toxicity test conducted by Japan Food Research Laboratory. The JFRL proves our materials are non-toxic to humans and pets, safe, and reliable.