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How to select a safe UV solution

Posted by Luis Espino on Feb 25, 2022 3:36:00 PM
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UV solutions can create a cleaner, safer environment for everyone who walks into your facility. UVC is a known disinfectant for air, water, and nonporous surfaces, and in studies has been shown to inactivate SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

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Topics: Lighting Technology, COVID-19, Germicidal UVC, Indoor Air Quality, Cleaning & Disinfection

UVC fixtures for HVAC systems [Pros and cons]

Posted by Luis Espino on Feb 11, 2022 1:46:00 PM
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The COVID-19 pandemic caused many industries to rethink how to protect their employees, customers, and tenants.

One of the biggest takeaways: clean air should be a priority. UVC fixtures for HVAC systems are an effective tool to eliminate pathogens in facilities and improve indoor air quality (IAQ).

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Topics: COVID-19, Germicidal UVC, Indoor Air Quality

How to tell if UV-C LEDs work

Posted by Luis Espino on Sep 7, 2021 9:27:19 AM
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LEDs are now the primary lighting option for most commercial buildings. But when it comes to disinfectant lighting, traditional light sources like low pressure mercury tubes are still dominant.

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Topics: LED, Lighting Technology, Germicidal UVC

Bipolar Ionization: Concerns and alternatives

Posted by Luis Espino on Jul 22, 2021 1:08:59 PM
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When the pandemic started, everyone was looking for ways to protect employees, customers, tenants, and students. Bipolar ionization quickly became one of the top options to disinfect air. It was touted as a potential 'secret weapon' against COVID-19.

But now, there is a federal lawsuit filed against one of the makers of bipolar ionization technology. 

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Topics: COVID-19, Germicidal UVC, Indoor Air Quality

3 options to kill germs in the air

Posted by Luis Espino on Feb 17, 2021 11:04:03 AM
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Here's what we know: SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can be transmitted through the air.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says while most cases of SARS-CoV-2 are spread through close contact, droplets and particles can spread through the air under certain circumstances.

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Topics: Lighting Technology, COVID-19, Germicidal UVC, Indoor Air Quality

How much does upper-air germicidal UV cost?

Posted by Luis Espino on Jan 19, 2021 12:58:02 PM
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It may seem impossible to keep high-traffic areas free of germs. Areas like waiting rooms, lobbies, or retail stores are typically crowded and hard to disinfect because so many people are around.

This is where one type of ultraviolet lighting product really shines. It's called upper-air (or upper-room) germicidal UV and it's so effective because it works constantly, even while people are in the room.

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Topics: COVID-19, Germicidal UVC, Indoor Air Quality

What is a UVC dosimeter?

Posted by Dave Johnson on Jan 14, 2021 2:20:43 PM
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You bought a new UV product or series of products and you're ready to disinfect your building. But how do you know if the products you spent thousands of dollars on really work?

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Topics: Lighting Technology, COVID-19, Germicidal UVC

Using UV light to kill viruses like COVID-19

Posted by Luis Espino on Dec 16, 2020 12:30:00 PM
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Scientists have known about the disinfection capabilities of ultraviolet (UV) light for decades. Now, it's considered an important tool in the fight against COVID-19.

A scientist at Columbia University found UV-C is effective against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, in laboratory settings.

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Topics: Lighting Technology, COVID-19, Germicidal UVC, Cleaning & Disinfection

Mobile UV disinfection units [Pros and cons]

Posted by Luis Espino on Sep 23, 2020 1:22:01 PM
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If you're responsible for maintaining a business or commercial building, this can be a very uncertain time. COVID-19 has changed the way all of us operate. Your building may either be closed, reopening, or overrun with people. Regardless, there is one thing that's top of mind: the health of everyone who uses your building.

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Topics: Product Comparison, Lighting Technology, COVID-19, Germicidal UVC, Cleaning & Disinfection

Should I use disinfectants or UV-C to fight COVID-19?

Posted by Francine Pitassi on Sep 22, 2020 12:42:36 PM
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Cleaning and disinfecting are more important during the coronavirus pandemic than ever before.

But which method should you use: cleaning products or ultraviolet disinfectant lighting like UV-C products?

The short answer: both.

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Topics: COVID-19, Germicidal UVC, Cleaning & Disinfection

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