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Recently, a lot of customers have asked us questions like, "How long does it take for UV products to disinfect an area?" or "How do I know if UV products are working?" Even more frequently, we're asked, "Do these products actually kill COVID-19?" (More on that below.)

Germicidal UV lamps and products are not a new concept. Healthcare applications have used them for decades. But they may be a relatively new option for other businesses and industries looking to protect employees and customers against COVID-19.

For decades, scientists have known about the disinfection ability of ultraviolet wavelengths, specifically germicidal UV (also known as UV-C).

In recent years, germicidal UV helped stop the spread of numerous pathogens like the flu and the superbug. Can germicidal UV also fight the novel coronavirus (or COVID-19)?

As we begin to adjust to a "new normal," businesses across every industry are trying to find the best way to operate.

Cleaning checklists are changing, and sanitizing and disinfecting are at the top of the priority list. But how do you make sure you're cleaning properly during and after COVID-19?

One solution: Germicidal UV.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a serious need for temporary medical facilities. Hospital capacity has reached a tipping point. Temporary medical tents are popping up outside of hospitals, in designated drive-thru testing areas, and even in Central Park in New York City.

Right now, Regency Lighting is looking for ways to support critical infrastructure and industries, like healthcare systems, who are trying to stop the spread of the virus.

Healthcare facilities are created to focus on one thing: providing quality care for patients. Unlike other commercial buildings, hospitals and medical centers require lights on 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. That means a constant schedule of replacing burnt out light bulbs.