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

Biofires are a warm and cosy way to heat your home without harmful gases or soot. They are easy to set up, just like an electric fire.

The BARDA-funded contract supports development of the BioFire Emerging CoV Panel, which is a nucleic acid amplification test for use with BioFire FilmArray Systems for detecting human coronaviruses that are emerging and known in nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal sw and saliva samples.

Eco-friendly

Bioethanol is an eco-friendly alternative to wood or gas. The fuel is made from plant by-products and uses a natural process to convert sugars into alcohol. It is a better choice than other fireplaces since it does not emit harmful emissions and has less carbon footprint. Bioethanol is also a more secure alternative to other fires as it does not produce soot or smoke. It also doesn't require a flue, and can therefore be used anywhere in your home or garden.

Multi-drug resistant bacteria (MDR) are among the health threats that are most dangerous today. Fortunately, modern testing methods can help identify MDR bacteria and other infections earlier to prevent further complications. One such test is the BioFire FilmArray multiplex PCR system. This test employs a symptom driven approach to identify pathogens that may cause sepsis. The results are available in one hour, so that healthcare professionals can start treatment immediately.

Molecular PCR is a process 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 specific genetic sequences. It is an excellent instrument for laboratory professionals and will help them identify serious illnesses in a cost-effective and efficient way. The BioFire film array PCR system is an ingenuous instrument for the diagnosis of infectious diseases. It can be utilized in many settings, including hospitals and laboratories.

For tests for respiratory problems, you can apply a swab of alcohol to your nose before sending it to the lab. BioFire's system provides a fast 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 waste recycling unit that makes use of olive and pear tree waste to make organic charcoal and biomass energy. The products that result are offered to the public as a green alternative to traditional coal briquettes and wood charcoal. These bio-waste products are suitable for burning in a Kachelofen fire that produces radiant heat and is a greener alternative to gas or electric fires.

Clean burning

When you make use of a Stylish Black Rectangle Tabletop Bio Ethanol Fire Pit fire you aren't only saving energy, but you're also helping the environment by using a sustainable fuel source. This is because the burning of bioethanol doesn't produce any harmful gases such as carbon dioxide. Instead, it releases heat and water vapour. This makes it a safer and cleaner option for indoor use.

Ethanol is a byproduct of the fermentation of plant sugars and is classed as an energy source that is renewable. This means it can be made quickly and won't run out like fossil fuels like oil and coal. Bioethanol also helps to reduce dependence on foreign imports and reduces the risks associated with shortages in supply.

Bio-fires are easy to set up and can be installed in existing fireplace ethanol insert openings or as freestanding units. This makes them a convenient alternative to gas and wood fires. They are an excellent choice for homes and offices which do not have chimneys.

When a bio-fire is ignited, a special media is installed in the burner that absorbs liquid fuel ethanol while making it ready to burn. The ethanol fuel is ignited in the flames, and the vapors are released into the air through the vent. This gives the flames a more natural look and a mesmerising beauty which can't be matched by gas or wood fires.

Bio-fires are a great alternative to not requiring vents or flue to replenish oxygen used in the process of combustion. They also don't release carbon monoxide, which is required to be vented into the air in open fronted gas fires.

The BioFire Respiratory panel uses multiplex PCR to simultaneously test for respiratory pathogens. It takes around an hour. This lets doctors identify and determine the presence of respiratory illness more quickly than conventional laboratory tests, which require visits to patients. Both the patient as well as the health system gain from this.

Safe indoors

Bio-fires are far safer to use indoors than real fires, as they produce no smoke, ash or carcinogenic fumes. They also do not emit carbon monoxide, which could be fatal if inhaled. However bio-ethanol fuel is flammable and you must be careful when handling your burner and refilling it. It should be replenished only after the burner has been shut off and the fire is cool, and any spills should be cleaned immediately.

The diagnostic panels of the company FilmArray systems - BioFire 2.0 and BioFire Torch--are simple to use and run eight different commercially available US Food and Drug Administration approved diagnostic panels, three additional panels that have been authorized for use in emergency situations and six environmental test panels. These tests include a new respiratory panel that was designed to quickly identify and differentiate between respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19 and the emerging coronaviruses.

The COVID-19 panel has been granted a grant from the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Initiative (BARDI) which is part of the US Department of Defense's Strategic Access Program. The COVID-19 test is an antigen-based method that allows doctors to differentiate between the symptoms caused by COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses with the same precision as rapid antigen tests currently in use.

The company is also in the process of developing a SARS-CoV-2 test for its Respiratory Panel 2.1. This multiplexed nucleic acids amplification test will be available on the BioFire filmArray 2.0 and Torch Systems and will detect SARS CoV-2 and 21 respiratory pathogens from saliva and nasopharyngeal samples in less than an hour. The test is being developed on an accelerated timeline and submission to FDA for EUA and 510(k) approval is expected in the third quarter of 2020.

While bio-ethanol flame-effect fires are extremely safe to use, they must be kept away from combustible materials such as pillows, blankets, and curtains. They should not be placed close to anything that may catch fire and you should keep flammable objects at least 10 feet away from them. The bioethanol fuel should be stored in a dry, secure location that isn't easily reached by pets or children.

Simple to use

The bioethanol fireplace does not have a chimney to worry about. You will require a space to store the fuel and a place to store it. After you've filled the burner with fuel, ignite it up. This will give the appearance of an actual flame. Once the flame has started it will warm the room with little or no smoke. It also produces heat similar to a fireplace that burns wood. Bio fires are also easy to maintain, and don't need any servicing, just the odd clean-up.

The BioFire RP2.1 EZ test, unlike most rapid tests that use an syndromic approach to detect common infectious diseases symptoms and symptoms, can provide results within 45 minutes. The test is designed for patients suffering from respiratory symptoms that are upper respiratory and has a 98% accuracy rate. The test can identify up to 19 viruses and three bacteria in one sample, making it a great choice for patient management.

The BioFire system integrates multiplex PCR testing, sample preparation and result reporting into one integrated platform. This allows laboratories to streamline their workflow and eliminate the need for a serial approach involving individual and send-out tests. This could lead to improved patient outcomes by enabling the appropriate test to be used the first time, and also by removing the need for costly tests that are based on a culture. The BioFire system can identify pathogens at a individual level and also their antimicrobial resistance gene. This information is more accurate than conventional methods.

Molecular diagnostics is increasingly used to improve the outcomes of patients and care. The BioFire panel RP2.1+ uses a syndromic method to simultaneously target 23 pathogens commonly implicated in respiratory infections. The assay can be performed on the BioFire FilmArray 2.0 and Torch systems and produces results in around 45 minutes.

The test is available in the US under FDA Emergency Use Authorization. It will be available commercially following the initial DoD requirements are met. The BioFire Defense team has created a fully automated sample-to-result assay for the rapid identification of COVID-19. The test is in the process of development and will be available after the initial DoD demand is met.