Wilcox Distribution Helps Shaw University Become First in NC to Install COVID-destroying Air Filtration Device

https://www.shawu.edu/(RALEIGH, NC) Wilcox Distribution, LLC, a Raleigh-based distributor of medical supplies, PPE, and drug testing products, recently announced that Shaw University, a private liberal arts institution and historically black university (HBCU) is the first North Carolina university to install IVP’s v1 Mobile Indoor Air Protection System. The IVP system is the world’s only FDA-certified, plug-and-purify device scientifically proven to kill 99.999% of COVID-19, as well as other airborne contaminants, instantaneously and in a single pass. Instead of harsh chemicals, IVP’s system utilizes a HEPA heat-filter technology that destroys contaminants without heating the ambient air. Wilcox Distribution is the primary supplier of this game-changing device, which on December 3, 2020 won the prestigious Emerging Technology Award from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). The Texas Restaurant Association, and its 45,000 members, recently announced the use of IVP’s units to assist with the reopening of restaurants and businesses in San Antonio. IVP’s air filtration systems and mobile units are currently in use in hotels, a convention center, school district, medical rehab facilities, and a world-class cancer center. “ASME’s prestigious award is a tremendous accolade that directly addresses the science and technology behind IVP’s devices,” said Chris Wilcox, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Wilcox Distribution. “We hope ASME’s award will help all who may still remain skeptical about its capabilities.” 

“It is particularly prescient that Shaw University has taken the initiative to install these v1s in their gymnasium, as mitigation strategies are key right now,” said Lou Vaickus, MD FACP, Chief Executive Officer of akta Pharmaceutical Development. He also serves as Medical and Scientific Advisor for Wilcox Distribution.  “We can only control what is in our control, as the saying goes, and purifying the air and killing airborne pathogens are foundational bricks in the wall against the ongoing and progressing COVID-19 pandemic, especially now in the traditional flu and cold season.” 

Mr. Chris Wilcox personally delivered and installed the v1 units at Shaw University to further illustrate his commitment to his company’s goal to be the best-in-class distribution center of  essential medical, sanitation, cleaning, and PPE products and services to all people, especially Native Americans, African Americans, Blacks, LatinX, and those who live in rural communities. Designed for large venues, IVP’s v1 can circulate and disinfect air in a 30,000-cubic-foot space ten times an hour, and will cover a total area of 126,000 square feet. “Shaw University, its Board of Trustees, and the Athletic Department have been vigilantly looking for solutions, while making certain we are doing everything to keep our students, facilities, and friends safe. We also know our institution is essential for a variety of reasons, so being closed is not in the best interests of Shaw students and the community we represent,” said George Knox, Shaw University Athletic Director.  

“Today marks the first of many schools,” said Chris Wilcox.  “As the owner of Wilcox Distribution and IVP’s primary distributor of their innovative product, it’s my job to get this technology into every school, and offer more solutions to mitigate all the risks schools, businesses, clinics, and facilities are currently facing, so we can reopen safely and get our students back in school.” To learn more, visit https://wilcoxdistributionco.com/. 

About Wilcox Distribution

Based in Raleigh, NC and Tucson, AZ, Wilcox Distribution is a first-class, innovative distribution provider of medical supplies; PPE; drug testing products; FDA/EPA-registered, industrial grade cleaning, sanitizing, and spraying services; and air disinfecting systems for companies dedicated to health, wholeness, and access for all people…especially those who are aging, underserved, and/or living in rural communities. Wilcox Distribution has been a trusted, reliable wholesale distributor for decades, guaranteeing expertly-made, quality products at fair market, affordable pricing for a variety of clients including the NBA, NFL, and US Foodservice, as well as transportation centers, hotels, schools, businesses, hospitals and clinics, casinos, cruise lines, entertainment venues, churches, grocery stores, restaurants, office buildings, law enforcement/first responder agencies, convention centers, salons, apartment/condo complexes, banks, and more.  To learn more, visit https://wilcoxdistributionco.com/. 

About IVP

Launched by leading innovators, scientists, and engineers, and based in Houston, TX, Integrated Viral Protection (IVP) offers novel biodefense technology solutions that have a potential to change the world by eliminating the risk of airborne transmission of the actual SARS-CoV-2 virus, including the world’s only Biodefense Mobile Indoor Air Protection System. Proven to destroy 99.999% of COVID-19, and 99.99% of anthrax spores, as well as other airborne contaminants, instantaneously and in a single pass, the system was invented by company founder Monzer Hourani. The device represents collaboration of leading scientists, virologists, physicists, and researchers in the largest COVID-19-related public/private research project in Texas. Results are endorsed by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Argonne National Lab. For more information, visit https://ivpair.com/.