--- title: "Who We Are" date_published: "2023-01-19" date_modified: "2026-07-31" permalink: "https://www.steramist.com/our-company/who-we-are/" seo: title: "The Leader in Disinfection - SteraMist" description: "Learn about SteraMist: the leader in disinfection. From lab disinfection to remediation, SteraMist has a history that expands decades." canonical_url: "https://www.steramist.com/our-company/who-we-are/" --- ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/iStock-1346125184-740x416.jpg) About Us # Innovating for a **Safer World** ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Gradient-Poster-Block-740x514.png) Leading the Way ## Through **Innovative Technology** SteraMist is a global line of powerful disinfection 8; decontamination products and services that utilizes patented ionized Hydrogen Peroxide (iHP) technology. Our scientific expertise, innovation, and dedication to creating a safer world through cutting-edge iHP technology allows SteraMist to serve our customers and industries with trusted products leading to a smarter way to decontaminate and control infectious disease. ## DELIVERING DISINFECTION **EXCELLENCE** ## Innovation ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Icon-Collection-2023_H2O2-Molecule.png) Committed to ## **Optimizing** Innovation As industry trailblazers, SteraMist is the first EPA-registered technology combination and proudly maintains a long history of disaster and outbreak response worldwide. With roots as a natural process and a highly researched DARPA creation, SteraMist continues its mission of innovation to help protect the planet and those within it. ## Detailed ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Passionate.png) Dedicated to ## **Our Customers** + Tech The potential behind SteraMist is endless, and we actively want our customers to experience everything it has to offer. With every unit purchased, we also provide extensive customer support and operational assistance to make sure you receive the value you deserve. ## Quality ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Detailed.png) Ensuring ## **Quality** Results In a sea of disinfection options, SteraMist remains focused on being the industry leader in disinfection and decontamination technology. Offering uncompromising quality and consistency with every single application, no matter the size. We invite you to see how SteraMist can enhance your operations and quality of life. ## Optimization ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Potential.png) Reaching ## **Maximum** Potential Created to fight anthrax outbreaks and now trusted to disinfect the smallest of spaces, SteraMist iHP technology is a revolutionary innovation with endless potential in everything from efficacy to application. As we grow and work with our customers, SteraMist will continue to find support in new industries to become a top-of-the-line global standard in microorganism defense. ## Looking for a **Position?** [SEE OPEN POSITIONS](https://www.steramist.com/our-company/careers/) Scroll to Explore ## **Our History** Scroll to Explore ## **Our History** ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/2022Slide-iStock-540595176-740x493.jpg) 2023+ Numerous life sciences corporations worldwide have adopted SteraMist as the universal standard. The demand for automated, Custom Engineered Systems has increased due to referrals, brand awareness, and global partnerships. ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Slide1-740x493.jpg) 2020 ### Milestones Emerge SteraMist was at the forefront of the pandemic with an EPA Emerging Viral Pathogens claim and adopted the SteraPak, backpack sprayer. ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Expanded-Product-Line-2019-Slide2-740x493.png) 2019 ### Expanded Product Line iHP Plasma Decontamination Chamber was designed and implemented, the SteraMist Total Disinfection Cart was brought to market. ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Slide3-740x493.jpg) 2018 ### TOMI Continues to Expand TOMI expanded their Headquarters, with a new office containing offices, training room, quality control room, and qualification laboratory in Frederick, MD and installed TOMI's largest TOMI Custom Engineered System at Pfizer Missouri. ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/iStock-1354172647_2017-Slide4-740x493.jpg) 2017 ### Focus on Intellectual Property (IP) Rights TOMI was awarded rights to the iHP registered trademark, BIT label approved to be distributed through its SteraMist product line in Canada, additional trademark registrations were accepted in multiple countries including Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taiwan, and applications of multiple utility and design patents were published. The EPA label further expanded to include Norovirus and Salmonella. Divisions of TOMI emerged: Hospital-Healthcare, Life Sciences, TOMI Service Network, and Food Safety. ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Ceiling-Applicators-Doorway-2015-Slide5-740x493.jpg) 2016 ### First Custom System Implementation TOMI expanded its EPA registration, amending to add *C. diff spores*, allowing access to large U.S. healthcare markets. Engineered and installed the very first Custom Engineered System (CES) at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute at Harvard and England-based ITH Pharma. ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/iStock-184940132-2015-Slide6-740x493.jpg) 2015 ### EPA REGISTRATIONS The EPA registered SteraMist as the first equipment and solution combination for Hospital-Healthcare disinfection and general, multiple-use disinfection (EPA Reg. #90150-2). Registered with the U.S. FDA as a disinfectant medical device (Reg. #3012117386). ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/iStock-1417664844-2014-Slide7-740x493.jpg) 2014 ### Prototype Development TOMI evaluates the various purchased prototypes and commercializes the manufacturing of its BIT platform products for rapid deployment throughout a variety of global spaces and verticals. The TSN is launched. ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/BIT-Solution-copy-740x493.png) 2013 ### Purchasing the BIT Platform and All BIT Assets TOMI purchased all assets of the BIT platform from L-3 Technologies (formerly known as L-3 Communications Holdings). Ready to Get Started #### With **SteraMist** [Get Started Today](https://www.steramist.com/contact/get-in-touch/) ![](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/map_corrected-740x418.png) Our International ## **Global** Reach TOMI is the sole source provider around the world. TOMI partners internationally with other companies who may provide a SteraMist iHP Decontamination Service, sell the SteraMist branded product line, or provide a maintenance qualification service for international customers. Partners range from countries in Canada, Asia, South America, and Europe. ## **Ready to Work With the Leader in Disinfection?** From DARPA-developed technology to global partnerships across Canada, Asia, South America, and Europe, tell us about your facility, and we'll help you find the right SteraMist solution. ![Disinfection and Decontamination Spraying Stainless Steel](https://www.steramist.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Spraying-Stainless-Steel-1024x691.webp)