The Solution
WHAT IS UV-C
UV-C for the use of germicidal irradiation is not a new concept. In fact, it has been around since the late 19th to early 20th century. UV-C is a type of ultraviolet light that has wavelengths between 200 – 280 nanometers (nm). Light within those wavelengths can be used for disinfection. The optimal germicidal wavelength is 254 nm, which is where most of our products operate.
HOW DOES UV-C DISINFECT?
UV wavelengths between 100nm and 280nm has the ability to inactivate microorganisms. The light is absorbed by the DNA and RNA of microorganisms, which causes the DNA and/or RNA structure to form new bonds between adjacent nucleotides. This occurrence in the DNA and RNA of viruses and bacteria makes it impossible for the microorganisms to replicate and infect.
WHAT PATHOGENS CAN UV-C KILL?
Science has shown us that UV-C light can inactivate broad spectrum of pathogenic bacteria and viruses. These include Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs) i.e Superbugs that are difficult to treat. Examples of these infections include Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Escherichia coli and Clostridium difficile. UV-C light is the only way to completely obliterate harmful pathogens. Scientific proof shows a 99.9% COVID-19 obliteration.
UV-C VS. CHEMICAL ALTERNATIVE
Unlike their resilient response to chemical disinfectants, microorganisms are unable to develop UV-C resistance. Widespread use of antibiotics and disinfectants continue to create chemical and drug-resistant “superbugs,” which the CDC lists as a top threat. Alternatives methods are labor and time intensive. Sanitizing solutions must be visibly wet on a surface for two to five minutes to be effective and are ineffective if anyone is a host, hence the spread and continual spread of COVID-19. There is also the issue of human error that make it difficult to ensure proper cleaning protocols are followed, and cracks and crevices render them difficult to clean and perfect breeding grounds. Biohazardous waste presents a third issue. Toxic chemicals are used in many facilities and some hospitals have banned various cleaning materials and antimicrobial agents.
IS UV-C FDA APPROVED?
FDA Clearance is the process by which the Food and Drug Administration clears food, drugs, medical devices and other products. The Food and Drug Administration has cleared specific white-labelled branded UV-C technology through a series of tests to determine the accuracy at which it killed pathogens. It was determined to have a 99.99% kill rate. Our products are the same technology and therefore should not produce different results. In general FDA has acknowledged UV-C as a disinfection option.
WHERE IS USED NOW?
Due to the health & financial crisis COVID-19 has created, systems have already been set up in :
* Restaurants, Spas and hotels
* Cars and public transportation
* Offices, Building and malls
* Buildings
* Airlines and airports
* Homes
