THE HAMMACHER SCHLEMMER INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES THE BEST GERM ELIMINATING UV WAND

New York, NY, November 1st, 2008 - Hammacher Schlemmer announces the selection of The Best Germ-Eliminating UV Wand chosen for its superior germ eradication, sanitization speed, ease of use, and safety features.

The Hammacher Schlemmer Institute's research team conducts extensive side-by-side testing of products using carefully controlled variables. After testing is complete, all of the products are rated on specific attributes such as functionality, ease of use, and durability.

The Best Germ Eliminating UV Wand uses the same UV-C light trusted to sterilize hospital instruments, and tests proved the device destroyed 99.99% of germs, bacteria, mold, and viruses after only 20 seconds--25% faster than lesser models.

The unit's bulb measures 8¾" long--more than 2" longer than the model that placed second--ensuring faster cleaning of large surfaces like beds, sofas, and countertops.

"The Best Germ Eliminating UV Wand was not only effective but it had superior safety features," explained Sheri Camarata, Product Research Analyst. "The wand only operates when the bulb is pointed downward and it was the only model tested that did not create harmful ozone thanks to its ozone-free quartz bulb."

Scoring highest for ease of use, the Best Germ-Eliminating UV Wand has a lightweight (1¼ lbs.), slim design for ease of maneuverability, unlike other units that were cumbersome and weighed over 2 lbs.

The Best Germ-Eliminating UV Wand is available from Hammacher Schlemmer for $99.95. For more information, please visit www.hammacher.com or call 1-800-543-3366.

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