Kerala Start-ties up with SCTIMST to launch BIN-19 and UV SPOT

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News: Kerala Startup in association with Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Sciences and Technology(SCTIMST) has developed BIN-19 and UV SPOT devices to help the Government in combating Covid-19.

Facts:

  • BIN-19: It is an Internet of Things(IoT) based device used for collecting and disinfecting Used Face-Mask.
    • IoT Features: Auto Sanitizer Dispenser ( remotely alerts if it’s empty), Mobile Application to navigate/find Bin-19, Web Portal for Status Alerts, Power ON/OFF alerts and Box open alerts.
  • UV SPOT: It is a Ultra Violet(UV) light-based device that can disinfect a broad range of microorganisms using its internal reflective surfaces and UVC Lamp.
    • It is mainly used for disposing of the contaminated or used face-mask and for reusing the UVC stable metallic products.
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