In Duct Air Purification System Provides Health Benefits

In duct air purification systems sanitize and purify the air we breathe, providing many health benefits to people in public and commercial areas.  Air purification systems are used in many HVAC and AC units to deliver clean air free from bacteria, dust, mold and mildew.  These in duct systems are so effective they also eliminate odors from stale air, always giving off a clean fresh scent free from airborne contaminants.  

In duct air purification systems are used in settings such as doctor offices, hospitals, grocery stores, restaurants, schools and many other buildings that are open to the public.  Sanitizing the air is especially beneficial in areas where sick people or patients with compromised immune systems may gather.  Children or the elderly are especially susceptible to illness from germs, mold, mildew or contaminants in the air.  

UV air purification systems eliminate these volatile compounds from contaminating the air we breathe keeping children, the elderly and the general public safer by providing purified and sanitized air.  

UVC Air Purification Systems are Highly Effective

Ultraviolet (UV) energy in the range of 254 nanometers is highly effective at killing viruses and bacteria.  Most UV air purification systems do not emit ozone as this may corrode the cooling system in AC units by separating the copper lines in the cooling unit from the aluminum fins.  A small amount of ozone emission might be acceptable in certain applications but is not desirable in AC units.  

The LIghtSources group employs experts to assist you in determining the most effective UV air purification system for your unique building structure.  Our vast resources allow us to provide the most sophisticated and technologically advanced lighting solutions at an affordable cost to you, providing a quick return on investment. 

Together LightSources in the U.S. and LightTech in Europe are global leaders in the germicidal ultra-violet light industry.  We partner with OEMs of any size to design, engineer and mass-produce new types of proprietary and specialty lamps cost-efficiently and with short turnaround.  Please contact us to learn more about the affordability of high-tech air purification systems.   

Unbreakable Polymer Bond with UV Curing

UV glue curing is becoming a popular method for many commercial and industrial processes requiring a permanent unbreakable bond in their application.   Often referred to as liquid glue, when sealed with the powerful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, it is more often a polymer rather than glue that provides a strengthened bond.   Often times polyurethane, epoxy or other polymer is used and will dry clear when exposed to UV light.  

These specialty polymers harden within seconds of exposure to UV radiation, typically within three seconds although some processes may require additional exposure for maximum adhesion.  Regardless of the time in seconds, this process is considerably less time consuming than applying a chemical coating or other drying methods.  

Chemical treatment of manufactured parts requires the purchase of toxic chemicals and ventilation areas for employees applying these volatile compounds.  Bonding with drying takes more time than with UV curing and can also leave inconsistencies in your finished product due to evaporation. 

UV Glue Curing Provides Fast and Consistent Bonding

UV glue curing is fast and effective, providing instant hardening with no evaporation or chemical exposure.  Ultraviolet radiation provides effective solutions for large volume production with consistently accurate results.

Curing polymers with UV light provides quick cure rates and allows for specific, targeted applications whether applied to glue or any other various polymers.  The most effective wavelength of UV radiation occurs between 240nm – 270nm, or 350nm to 380nm.  

With LightSources’ decades of experience in the manufacturing of UV curing lamps, let our expertise and knowledge make it easy for you to find the best lamp for your application.

LightSources and our affiliated companies represent the leading high-tech designers and manufacturers in the lamp industry today.  Our products are used world-wide in a multitude of applications and industries such as our UV polymer curing lamps that offer patent-protected, OEM-oriented solutions.  Please contact us to learn more about our large selection of specialty custom and standard lamps.

High Quality Lampholders and Electrical Wiring Devices

The LightSources group includes valued partner Voltarc allowing us to offer the highest quality electrical wiring devices and lampholders.  Voltarc is a leading manufacturer of superior lampholders utilizing patented technology to provide safe, simple to operate, and high performing lampholders for virtually any incandescent or fluorescent lighting application. 

Voltarc’s resources allow for continuous research and development, providing cutting edge technology for improved energy efficiency while not sacrificing performance.  Voltarc’s TriLight Max series fluorescent lamps are designed with high quality tri-band phosphors which yield the most extraordinary color rendering producing maximum lumen output for long lasting performance.  The TriLIght Max series features recessed end caps with double contacts for easy retrofitting with the Kulka Recessed Double Contact Lampholders, providing reliability and safety when retrofitting. 

Our vast selection of keyed lamp bases with matching sockets allows us to provide the perfect lighting solution to OEMs worldwide, no matter the lighting application. 

High Performing Kulka Lampholders 

The Kulka brand of electrical wiring devices and lampholders is recognized as top of the line components providing high quality with long lasting performance.  Our wide selection of lampholders includes dozens of various styles within the Kulka product line:

• RDC (Recessed Double Contacts) Lampholders
• Medium Bi-pin, Miniature Bi-Pin Lampholders
• Slim Line Lampholders
• Miscellaneous wiring devices & accessories

The LightSources group employs highly skilled engineers with in-depth knowledge of all aspects of fluorescent or incandescent lighting solutions, providing expert guidance on optimizing your system for maximum return on investment.   We offer a wide selection of standard lampholders, or will customize a solution just for your application.

LightSources and its affiliated companies – LCD Lighting, Voltarc, LightTech, and Cerlux represent the leading high-tech designers and manufacturers in the lamp industry today. Our standard lamps and components as well as customized products offer high-quality solutions to meet our partner’s unique needs.  We invite you to contact us to learn more about our wide selection of lamps and lampholders.

UV Curing Explained – What You Need to Know

Ultraviolet (UV) light is a powerful form of electromagnetic radiation that has been used for decades to cause a reaction to various materials by altering their chemical properties.  UV radiation is not visible to the human eye, with a wavelength in the range of 10 to 400 nm (nanometer) emitting either UVA, UVB, or UVC radiation. 

UVA – UVB – UVC Radiation Explained

UVA and UVB radiation is utilized to create a photochemical reaction that instantly dries inks, varnishes, coatings or adhesives and is beneficial in various UV printing or UV drying processes.  UVA light is emitted between 315 and 400nm, with UVB in the range of 280 to 315nm.   The powerful effect that UV radiation causes to materials is fast and efficient, with a hardening or drying process occurring in seconds.  Treating multiple parts in seconds is very cost effective for manufacturers with faster cycle times and increased capacity. 

OEM’s around the globe are realizing the benefits of UV curing lamps for enhancing several industries including printing, wood treatment for flooring products, and purification of air and water in sterilization and purification systems. 

UVC wavelength is in the range of 200 to 280 nm and is highly effective in sterilization applications used to sanitize either air or water.  UVC germicidal lamps are used in various medical and purification systems, providing clean air in hospitals and sanitary medical equipment.  The LightSources group consists of the leading experts in research and design, engineering and manufacturing the highest performing UV curing lamps in the industry. 

High Performing and Cost-Efficient UV Curing Lamps

LightSources and European partner, LightTech, are leading manufacturers of all types of UV curing lamps providing proven solutions to OEMs worldwide.  We offer a wide selection of standard UV lamps and components, or will create a custom lighting solution specific to your application.   Our vast resources include a modern glassmaking facility in Europe where we utilize proprietary and patented technology to provide the best UV Curing lamps in the industry at a reasonable cost to manufacturers.  

We have a wide selection of high pressure UV (HPUV) lamps, medium pressure (MPUV), medium pressure output (MPHO) lamps or our low pressure amalgam lamps with patented technology for long lasting performance even through end of useful life.   The LightSources group will guide you to the most cost efficient and effective UV curing lamps for your system, providing a quick return on your investment.  

LightSources in the United States and LightTech in Europe are leading experts in all varieties of UV lamps for curing applications.  Contact us today to speak with one of our knowledgeable lighting experts for guidance on the most appropriate lamps for your process. 

New Requirements for Ballast Water Treatment Systems

The new requirements are here for the Ballast Water Management Convention, taking effect September of 2017 with global enforcement by the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC), a subsidiary group of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).  The main goal of the new convention is to establish procedures and standards for the treatment of ships’ ballast water to prevent the spread of invasive marine organisms from one region to another. 

Effective September 8, 2017, new terms of the Convention require all ships sailing through international waters to utilize an effective ballast water treatment system to eliminate the threat of aquatic organisms that may be present in their ballast water.    All ships will be required to have a ballast water treatment plan specific to their ship.  Regulations vary based on the age of the ship and ballast water capacity, although all required systems must be compliant to US Coast Guard Regulations. 

LightSources Provides Effective Ballast Water Treatment Technology

The LightSources group is an industry leader in UV germicidal applications, manufacturing superior UV lamps and components used in air and water purification systems worldwide.  UV technology is proven extremely effective at eradicating microorganisms, even bacteria and viruses naked to the human eye.

UV treatment of ships’ ballast water is highly effective, better for the environment and cost effective with very little maintenance required.  With no need to purchase chemicals such as powerful chlorine a UV system can operate for extended hours with no maintenance and provides no volatile organic compounds (VOC) into the environment.

The LightSources group offers proven solutions with UV germicidal applications worldwide, with facilities in the United States, China and Europe our vast resources support quick turn-around time with high quality products.  Our Low Pressure (LP) Amalgam lamps operate with an increased efficiency of 30-35% over other comparable lamps, and leave a small footprint which is convenient when operating in limited space.  Our proprietary LongLife™ technology utilized in our LP Amalgam lamps offers superior UV germicidal effectiveness at the most optimum wavelength of 254nm. 

Our Medium Pressure (MPUV) germicidal lamps are also extremely effective with even smaller footprints that are desirable on smaller ships. 

The LightSources Group is a leading UV Germicidal Lamp manufacturer, with lamps for virtually any UV sanitation application for water or air.  Contact us today to learn more about our solution for the new Ballast Water Treatment Convention regulations.

 

Long Lasting Superior Miniature Fluorescent Lighting

The LightSources group consists of the leading experts in the lighting industry, and LCD Lighting is no exception.  LCD Lighting (LCDL) manufacturers a wide variety of miniature fluorescent lamps used in several applications by OEMs worldwide, with cutting edge technology for the most advanced lamps in the industry.  

Hot-Cathode Fluorescent Lamps

LCDL manufactures hot cathode fluorescent lamps (HCFL) and cold cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFL) for a wide variety of commercial and industrial processes.  HCFL lamps contain a filament and can be found in lighting applications such as copy machines, scanners and vision systems. The HCFL product line offered by LCDL includes tubular lamp products with various diameters and lengths.  The smallest size of these high performing HCFL lamps begin with T2, where T represents the shape of the lamp as tubular and the number 2 represents an eighth of an inch, therefore a T8 lamp is the same as 8/8 or exactly 1 inch in diameter.   The largest size produced by LCDL is a T12 which equates to a 1 ½ “diameter.   Our superior HCFL lamps are also used in graphic arts, signs and medical devices.

Cold-Cathode Fluorescent Lamps

LCDL’s miniature CCFL lamps are typically used in a variety of neon signs in bendable shapes, and use an electrode rather than a filament.    Mini fluorescent lamps are often used as accent lighting or back lighting in avionic displays, military applications, computers, vehicles and the NASA space shuttle.

Both the HCFL and CCFL lamps use mercury vapor that enhances the phosphor coating promoting extraordinary lighting for a pleasing visible light.  LightSources and LCDL have a wide selection of standard miniature lamps or we will customize a solution specific to our customer’s specifications.

LightSources and its affiliated companies – LCD Lighting, Voltarc, LightTech, and Cerlux represent the leading high-tech designers and manufacturers in the lamp industry today.  Our products are used world-wide in a multitude of applications and industries such as our avionic display backlighting that is part of the National Defense and US Space Program.

Reliable Food Safety Treatment with Ultraviolet Lamps

Ultraviolet technology has long been used to sanitize and purify food and water for safe human consumption, with highly effective results.  When you see those ultraviolet lights above the food buffet or the grocer’s aisle, those beautiful lumens are providing much more than pleasing light.   UV light emitted at the proper wavelength provides continual and reliable food safety by eradicating viruses, bacteria and organisms. 

UV energy at 254nm (nanometer) is highly effective for water and air sterilization with UV sterilization systems utilized in several applications worldwide.  UV sterilization systems are used in the local water treatment plants of many local municipalities, ballast water treatment systems used in international shipping, various commercial restaurants and the food industry in general, sterilization of medical and dental supplies, and many other critical food and water safety applications.

UVC Germicidal Lamps for Effective Sterilization

The LightSources group provides highly effective UVC germicidal lamps, with FDA approved sterilization for food working surfaces, meats, seafoods and all food products.  UVC germicidal lamps are available in various shapes and sizes with custom design options available.  Our experienced team specializes in providing custom designed products bearing your identifying brand information, increasing your brand awareness.   

Effective UVC Germicidal Lamps at an Affordable Cost

The vast resources of the LightSources group allow us to provide the most effective and cost efficient UVC germicidal lamps at an affordable cost to you. Our modern glassworks factory in Europe utilizes proprietary technology to develop new products with cutting edge technology.  Our knowledgeable design engineers are continuously performing extensive research and development to offer the longest lasting bulbs, with high performance up to end of product life.  Our UV lamps require very little maintenance, giving you a quick return on your investment. 

Contact LightSources for more information on high performing, energy efficient lighting solutions.

LightSources and our affiliated companies represent the leading high-tech designers and manufacturers in the lamp industry today.  Our products are used world-wide in a multitude of applications and industries such as our UV germicidal lamps that offer patent-protected, OEM-oriented solutions.  Please contact us to learn more about our large selection of specialty custom and standard lamps.