COVID-19

What you should know before purchasing germicidal UVC equipment

What you should know before purchasing germicidal UVC equipment

Whether or not a product will be effective against Coronavirus is dependent on a few factors: the length of time the virus is exposed to UV, the intensity of the irradiation, and the wavelength of the UV radiation. With that in mind, here are a few things to look out for when purchasing germicidal UVC equipment.

Popular Disinfection Methods Used Against Covid-19

Popular Disinfection Methods Used Against Covid-19

There are various types of disinfection/sanitation methods that can be used to help stop the spread of Coronavirus, with varying levels of safety and effectiveness. Here we'll review three: bipolar ionization, fogging, and germicidal ultraviolet radiation, or UVC light.

CDC Guidelines and UV light

CDC Guidelines and UV light

The CDC recommends a few solutions to lower the likelihood of transmission:

  • Increasing airflow by using portable high-efficiency particulate air filtration systems

  • Using natural ventilation when possible

  • Using ultraviolet germicidal irradiation as a supplement to help inactivate the virus

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