Press release content from Business Wire. The AP news staff was not involved in its creation. Xenex Announces DEACTIVATE Handheld Disinfection Device; Proven to Destroy SARS-CoV-2 on Surfaces in 30 Seconds February 10, 2021 GMT The Deactivate handheld disinfection device is portable and adaptable for a variety of applications, allowing operators to quickly disinfect commonly touched areas between use. (Photo: Business Wire) The Deactivate handheld disinfection device is portable and adaptable for a variety of applications, allowing operators to quickly disinfect commonly touched areas between use. (Photo: Business Wire) SAN ANTONIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 10, 2021-- Xenex Disinfection Services Inc., a world leader in UV technology-based disinfection strategies and solutions, today announced the launch of Deactivate™, a high-powered, handheld LED device designed to quickly disinfect surfaces in confined spaces.