Due to the ultra-fine particle size and the method of generation, the particulate is quite buoyant and suspends in the gas/air mixture within the protected enclosure. Because of this “buoyant” effect the aerosol does not begin to “settle” for an extended period and, therefore, offers extended protection and is easily vented from the protected enclosure after discharge. Stat-X has been approved by the United States Environmental Agency (EPA) and approved for use under the EPA’s Significant New Alternatives Program (SNAP).