The dragons have convened and judged. And Meaford Fresh Gear – a sanitizing system for sports gear, firefighting uniforms and other equipment – received their blessing, along with almost $7,000 in cash plus other in-kind contributions. Meaford’s Dragons’ Den took to the stage at Meaford Hall on Wednesday, and heard pitches from a variety of entrepreneurs, including the founders of Meaford Fresh Gear – husband and wife Grant and Jamie Murray.

Their concept uses a system, which they’ve purchased to sanitize equipment that can be susceptible to bacteria growth and the attendant nasty smells. They bring the equipment to their clients and do the cleaning on-site.

Rachael Chapman’s “Believe Meditation Products” came second, earning $7,300 in cash and prizes. And the first Audience Choice award went to second-time presenter Darryl Hindle and his Quench Buggy water distribution system, giving his business a $1,245 boost.

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