Prestigious Research University Integrates SteraMist Hybrid System for Advanced Medical Product Sterilization
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TOMI Environmental Solutions (NASDAQ: TOMZ) announced the purchase and installation of a SteraMist Hybrid System in a new sterilization facility at a private East Coast research university on January 6, 2026.
The system will be used for repeatable, high‑level decontamination of reusable medical equipment distributed to patient homes and is intended to maintain isolation and minimize manual intervention during sterilization phases. This unit is the second SteraMist Hybrid sale within a $13 million automated installation pipeline that includes Custom Engineered Systems and the SteraMist Integrated System platform.
Positive
- Second SteraMist Hybrid sale in a $13M project pipeline
- Deployment at a private research university for medical device sterilization
- System designed to minimize manual intervention during sterilization
- Demonstrates custom, automated solution meeting high healthcare standards
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News Market Reaction – TOMZ
On Jan 6, the day this news came out, TOMZ closed 2.97% below the previous close.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Jan 6 session.
Key Figures
- Automated installation pipeline
- $13 million
- Previously released pipeline including SteraMist Hybrid and related systems
- Hybrid systems sold
- 2 systems
- Second SteraMist Hybrid system in the $13 million automated projects pipeline
Historical Context
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Large Cell and Gene Therapy manufacturer adopted multi-stage SteraMist iHP systems.
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Approximate $500,000 SteraMist iHP integration order from global biopharma leader.
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Company urged cruise lines to adopt hospital-grade SteraMist decontamination technology.
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Announcement of presentation at Sidoti Year End Investor Conference covering BIT and SteraMist.
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Revealed roughly $3 million custom integration pipeline and strategic partnerships.
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FREDERICK, Md., Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TOMI Environmental Solutions, Inc.® (“TOMI”) (NASDAQ: TOMZ), a global leader in disinfection and decontamination solutions, announced today the purchase of its SteraMist Hybrid System within a new facility of a private research university on the East Coast. This installation ensures the rigorous safety and sterilization of reusable medical equipment bound for patient homes.
In the pursuit of high-level, reliable decontamination critical for medical devices and products being reprocessed and delivered to patients, the facility requires a repeatable solution for its dedicated sterilization room—a room responsible for ensuring that reusable products meet demanding safety protocols before redistribution while maintaining isolation and minimizing manual intervention during sterilization phases.
This successful integration demonstrates the SteraMist Hybrid System’s proven ability to deliver custom, automated solutions that meet the specialized and demanding standards set by high-profile healthcare organizations. This project is the second SteraMist Hybrid system sold in the
Elissa J. (E.J.) Shane, Chief Operating Officer of TOMI Environmental Solutions states, “The SteraMist Hybrid System was the ideal solution for this deployment, and we are discussing further installations within the university. The fact that this research university has integrated this system to meet their stringent operational needs validates iHP as the superior, reliable choice for high-stakes medical product sterilization.”
About TOMI™ Environmental Solutions, Inc.: Innovating for a safer world®
TOMI™ Environmental Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: TOMZ) is a global decontamination and infection prevention company, providing environmental solutions for indoor surface disinfection through the manufacturing, sales and licensing of its premier Binary Ionization Technology® (BIT™) platform. Invented under a defense grant in association with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) of the U.S. Department of Defense, BIT™ solution utilizes a low percentage Hydrogen Peroxide as its only active ingredient to produce a fog of ionized Hydrogen Peroxide (iHP™). Represented by the SteraMist® brand of products, iHP™ produces a germ-killing aerosol that works like a visual non-caustic gas.
TOMI products are designed to service a broad spectrum of commercial structures, including, but not limited to, hospitals and medical facilities, cruise ships, office buildings, hotel and motel rooms, schools, restaurants, meat and produce processing facilities, military barracks, police and fire departments, and athletic facilities. TOMI products and services have also been used in single-family homes and multi-unit residences.
TOMI develops training programs and application protocols for its clients and is a member in good standing with The American Biological Safety Association, The American Association of Tissue Banks, Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology, Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America, America Seed Trade Association, and The Restoration Industry Association.
For additional information, please visit https://www.steramist.com or contact us at info@tomimist.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections of future performance based on management’s judgment, beliefs, current trends, and anticipated product performance. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding projected pipeline and potential revenue and sales, timing for completion of projects and expected financial performance in 2026. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, our ability to acquire new customers and expands sales; our ability to maintain and manage growth and generate sales, our reliance on a single or a few products for a majority of revenues; the general business and economic conditions; and other risks as described in our SEC filings, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 filed by us with the SEC and other periodic reports we filed with the SEC. The information provided in this document is based upon the facts and circumstances known at this time. Other unknown or unpredictable factors or underlying assumptions subsequently proving to be incorrect could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee future results, level of activity, performance, or achievements. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. All information provided in this press release is as of today’s date, unless otherwise stated, and we undertake no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.
INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT:
John Nesbett/Rosalyn Christian
IMS Investor Relations
tomi@imsinvestorrelations.com
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