Toxic vapors are drawn into a reactor and heated to break down into less harmful products, and the solid byproducts are disposed of or recycled. Motors are used for process equipment, conveyors, air circulation, chilled water circulation pumps , hot water circulation pumps, cooling tower fans, elevators, exhaust fans, and other uses. Many manufacturers make standard and high-efficiency models of motors. Even with the new energy efficiency standards that took effect in late 1997, there are still opportunities for energy efficiency by using premium efficiency models. There are over 30,000 commercial laundry facilities in the United States, located in hotels, resorts, health service facilities, prisons, and stand-alone companies.
Conventional systems use substantial amounts of detergents, chemicals, hot water, and energy.
With ozonation systems, ozone is injected into the wash process to clean the clothing or linens. With ozonation systems, the amount of chemical usage is reduced significantly. Water usage and wash times are reduced, and textile life is improved. In addition, the systems can reduce the time taken to wash a load. Along with environmental benefits, there are economic benefits as well.