Killing Bacteria with UV Light

Killing bacteria with UV light is highly effective when using UVC germicidal lamps, designed to emit shortwave UVC radiation which is proven to kill many types of bacteria as well as viruses, mold, mildew, harmful pathogens and foul odors. UV light can be divided into UVA 320-400 nm, UVB 290-320 …

The Various Uses for UV Light

The uses for UV light include a broad range of applications in commercial, industrial, and healthcare settings. Ultraviolet (UV) light is separated into three basic categories of UVA, UVB, and UVC based on the nanometer or wavelength of UV emissions.  UVC light is the shortest wavelength emitted by the sun and …

Ozone Light Bulbs with High Quality Quartz Glass

Ozone is naturally produced from ultraviolet light, with ozone light bulbs replicating the UV wavelength needed to produce ozone. When we hear the word ozone, we think of the ozone layer in the atmosphere. This ozone layer is produced from UV light, and filters most of the UV light from …

UV Treatment of Ballast Water for Large Flows

Ballast water is used when vessels take ocean water into special compartments, called ballasts, to provide stability and optimal waterline on a ship’s hull. Ballast water is either taken onto the ship or released back into the ocean as cargo is loaded or unloaded to maintain balance and structural integrity. …

UV Ballast Water Management System Advantages

A UV ballast water management system is a means for controlling and managing the ballast water on ships to prevent the spread of harmful marine organisms. Ships use ballasts, which are large water tanks filled with sea water and located in strategic areas around the ship, for balance depending on …

UV Water Treatment Systems are Eco Friendly and Safe

UV water treatment systems are used around the world to provide environmentally safe, eco-friendly water sterilization. In order for a water treatment system to be considered “green”, it must not add any byproducts to the water. UV water sterilization is a physical process which adds nothing to the water and …

Understanding UV Water Sterilizers

UV water sterilizers are utilized in residential and commercial applications to provide peace of mind from water contamination. There are many benefits of using UV water sterilization systems, which are proven to kill 99.99% of harmful microorganisms. Here are the main benefits and drawbacks of UV water sterilization, an explanation …