Meet Industrial Air Quality Demands with UV Air Treatment

Ultraviolet (UV) air treatment systems are used worldwide in many residential, commercial and industrial processes to clean and purify the air. Many industrial applications are mandated to purify the air after producing toxins such as in rubber, plastic or textile manufacturing.  Air purification systems are a recognized and approved treatment method to meet industrial air quality regulations.
UV germicidal lamps are proven to eliminate airborne germs which cause serious illnesses such as viruses, bacteria, mold, mildew and various microorganisms. UV ozone lamps also eliminate foul odors from the air and UV oxidation is proven to remove pesticides, insecticides, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Many businesses have converted from chemical treatment systems to UV air treatment systems which offer many advantages.

Advantages of Industrial UV Air Purification

UV air purification systems are recognized as highly effective and are replacing chemical treatment methods in air purification and water sterilization processes worldwide.  UV air purification offers many benefits over chemical treatment methods such as effectiveness, environmental safety and affordability.

UV air treatment systems do not release any harmful byproducts into the environment as chemicals do and are much simpler to maintain with no need to purchase, store or dispose of harmful chemicals. UV disinfection lamps provide affordable and effective air purification methods to many commercial, manufacturing and industrial processes.

LightSources Offers Industrial UV Air Purification Solutions

The LightSources Group is recognized as a world leading supplier and authority on UVC germicidal lamp solutions. LightSources in the United States and LightTech in Europe together offer vast resources, decades of experience, and a commitment to delivering first to market, innovative and improved germicidal products. We are dedicated to research and development where we continually develop proprietary technology which provides significant advantages to the UV germicidal industry.

Our UVC germicidal lamp solutions include low-pressure Mercury lamps, medium pressure and low pressure Amalgam lamps including proprietary Amalgam technology. Our lamps are proven to provide longer lasting performance, even in compact spaces and in applications with varying temperatures. We offer custom designed lamps to meet specific application requirements as well as assist customers in developing prototype products.

We support OEMs globally with prototype support and production fulfillment with just in time delivery.  Our commitment to quality and improvement is evidenced in our high-quality, high-tech germicidal lamps. 

The LightSources Group is recognized as a leading global supplier and authority on UVC germicidal solutions. We design, engineer and manufacture high quality lamps proven to outlast and outperform comparable lamps. Contact us to learn how to improve your air purification systems with UVC germicidal lamps designed for your application requirements. 

UV Disinfection Lamp Industry Trends

All market research reports reviewed by the top market research companies show an increasing compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of anywhere from 15 to 23% for the UV disinfection lamp industry through 2026. Ultraviolet disinfection systems are big business and gaining momentum around the world with an increased awareness of the effectiveness and benefits provided. UV disinfection lamps are proven to eliminate harmful viruses, bacteria, microorganisms and a wide range of contaminants and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Rapid Industrialization Drives Industry Growth

Ultraviolet disinfection lamps are used to sterilize surfaces, food and beverage processes, air and water. Air purification systems use UV lamps and technology to remove germs causing airborne illnesses, dust, mold, mildew and other irritants. UV air sterilization systems improve air quality, health and wellness in many environments including residential, commercial and industrial applications. 

UV water sterilization systems are also proven effective at removing harmful germs and aquatic microorganisms even in high-volume applications, such as wastewater treatment plants and municipal drinking water treatment systems.

The rapid industrialization in Asia, specifically China and India, has contributed significantly to pollution which leads to polluted air and water sources. Governments in these areas are pushing for clean water supplies to all residents which is also driving industry growth.

UV Disinfection Lamp Suppliers

UV disinfection lamp suppliers must continue to provide new and innovative products for the germicidal industry to remain competitive.  LightSources is a leading supplier to the germicidal industry, providing first to market, innovative germicidal products which deliver longer lasting performance and energy efficiency.

The LightSources Group is committed to high-quality through a strict quality policy, ISO9001:2015 registration and continual improvement initiatives.  Our lamps are proven to outlast and outperform comparable lamps in germicidal effectiveness and energy efficiency.

LightSources supports OEMs large and small worldwide with high-quality germicidal lamps and custom designed solutions for any application. We are committed to research and development and continual improvement offering innovative, high-tech lamps and lighting solutions. Contact us to speak with an engineer and learn how the LightSources Group will add value to your supply chain to meet all your industry requirements.

High Quality MPUV and MPHO Lamps for Disinfection

Medium pressure ultraviolet (MPUV) germicidal lamps and medium pressure high output (MPHO) lamps provide disinfection solutions to many surface disinfection, air purification and water sterilization applications.  MPUV lamps provide many benefits to high volume water treatment processes such as in waste water treatment plants  and ships’ ballast water treatment systems.

Advantages of MPUV Disinfection Lamps

MPUV germicidal lamps produce significantly more UVC energy over low pressure ultraviolet (LPUV) lamps.  This allows for increased flow rate even in compact spaces. MPUV germicidal lamps provide another advantage by emitting polychromatic wavelengths, which means emissions of multiple wavelengths. Polychromatic UVC germicidal lamps are used in advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) which are proven to effectively reduce and remove micro-pollutants such as
insecticides, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals from wastewater.

LightSources Offers High Quality Disinfection Lamps

LightSources offers high quality UVC germicidal lamps including MUPV and MPHO lamps designed for specific applications. Our skilled engineers custom design and engineer germicidal lamps to meet your specific application needs. We offer lamps from 100 W per inch to more than 700 W per inch and varying arc lengths anywhere from 2 inches to 85 inches long. 

We understand the technology behind ultraviolet lamp design to harness the optimum UV radiation level to meet your application requirements. We offer custom lamp design, specialty phosphor blends, prototype development and full OEM support with just-in-time delivery.  Our MPUV lamps are designed with high-quality components and advanced, proprietary technologies including:

• Engineered with a molybdenum foil within a hard quartz capillary, providing a hermetic seal
• Pin electrodes in pure tungsten with an over-wind of throated tungsten
• Fused quartz with an ultra-low water content
• Ceramic or metal with suitable electrical termination to provide effective and safe electrical conductivity
• Each lamp is filled with an inert Argon gas during an exacting process which ensures accurate mercury content and fill pressure 
• Full traceability with a unique serial number from start to finish in the production and measurement process

LightSources offers one of the widest selections of germicidal lamps available, designed and engineered with high quality materials and components. We offer custom designed solutions and MPUV lamps backed by a limited warranty.  Contact us to learn how to improve your germicidal application with high-quality MPUV and MPHO germicidal lamps.

Where Can I Find High Quality Ozone Lamps?

Ozone occurs naturally from ultraviolet light although the ozone layer filters most of the UV light emitted by the sun.  Ultraviolet (UV) light refers to wavelengths emitted at frequencies higher than visible light. Ultraviolet, or beyond violet, refers to light frequencies in the range of 100 to 315 nm, whereas visible light is in the range of 400 to 700 nm.

UVC germicidal lamps deliver powerful UV radiation at an effective 254 nm, proven to sterilize and disinfect against many germs and viruses. When UV light is emitted in shorter wavelengths in the range between 160 to 240 nm, ozone will be produced.  Photolysis of oxygen, O2, is the process which disrupts the oxygen molecule, creating valent oxygen atoms which attach to individual oxygen molecules, creating ozone, O3. 

Quartz glass ozone lamps emit UV rays in the range of 185 nm to effectively decompress the oxygen in the air and create ozone.  Ozone disinfectant lamps are used worldwide in a number of water and air sterilization systems, eliminating harmful germs and foul odors.  UVC ozone lamps improve air quality by eliminating harmful contaminants, microorganisms, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) including ammonia, sulfides and mercaptans.

High-Quality Quartz Glass Ozone Lamps

LightSources is a leading global supplier of UV lamps and lighting solutions including UVC germicidal solutions. We offer a wide selection of UVC germicidal lamps including ozone lamps and custom designed solutions. Our UV germicidal lamps are found worldwide in air purification systems and water sterilization applications, meeting high-volume commercial and industrial demands.

We offer high-tech, custom lamp design to meet compact requirements, and specialty phosphor blends to maximize performance for your application. Our skilled engineers assist you with the rapid prototype program, reduced lead times and just-in-time manufacturing. We support OEMs worldwide with soft glass and quartz glass lamp requirements and on time delivery.

The LightSources Group is recognized as a world leader and authority in quartz germicidal lamps. We continually develop new and innovative solutions for the UVC germicidal industry which include public safety and environmentally friendly practices. Contact us to speak with an engineer about improving your UVC germicidal application with proven, high-quality UVC germicidal and ozone lamps.

Light Therapy for Mood and Sleep Disorders

Light therapy, also called phototherapy, is a way to treat various mood disorders and depression, specifically seasonal affective disorder (SAD).  SAD commonly occurs to people that live in the northern hemisphere during fall and winter months when sunlight is significantly reduced. People that use light therapy to ease symptoms of SAD sit next to a bright light that mimics natural outdoor sunlight.

According to the Mayo Clinic, light therapy can be quite successful in treating a number of mood and sleep disorders including:

• Seasonal Affective Disorder, SAD
• Nonseasonal types of depression
• Sleep disorders
• Dementia
• Adjustment to night work schedules

Phototherapy is thought to successfully treat these disorders by affecting chemicals in the brain which are linked to mood and sleep.  Light therapy is also used to treat many different skin conditions such as acne, eczema and psoriasis although those UV phototherapy lamps are different from light therapy lamps for SAD.

Light therapy lamps for mood and depression should filter out UV wavelengths which can damage your skin and eyes. Some people may think that using a tanning bed is good enough to treat seasonal and nonseasonal depression, although this is a myth.  Tanning beds are not an alternative to phototherapy lamps and will increase your chances of developing skin cancer.

Reasons You May Want to Try Phototherapy

Phototherapy can provide many benefits to improve symptoms of SAD, depression and sleep problems. It is a good idea to talk with your doctor about light therapy and the reasons why you’d like to try it. Be sure to purchase a quality phototherapy lamp designed to treat the symptoms you desire and be aware of any risks involved.
You may want to try light therapy for many reasons such as:

• Your doctor recommends light therapy for seasonal depression
• Your doctor recommends combining light therapy with antidepressants
• You need to avoid taking antidepressants During pregnancy or breast-feeding
• Light therapy is safe with few side effects

Phototherapy can provide many benefits when used in combination with antidepressants and or psychological counseling.  If you experience side effects they usually do not last long and may include mild symptoms such as:

• Headache
• Eyestrain
• Agitation or irritability
• Nausea
• Manic or euphoric state associated with bipolar disorder

Talk with your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms or have concerns about light therapy affecting your thoughts or mood such as experiencing mania or hyperactivity. It is important to talk with your doctor about using light therapy for mood and sleep disorders, especially if you have any conditions that make your skin or eyes sensitive to light. Some anti-inflammatory medications and antibiotics can increase sensitivity to sunlight along with some herbal supplements like St. John’s Wort. 

LightSources offers high quality phototherapy lamps which are designed to treat specific medical conditions. Our high-tech lighting engineers design custom light therapy lamps and specialty phosphor blends to treat various mood and sleep disorders as well as various skin and medical conditions. Contact us to learn more about light therapy lamps designed to treat mood and sleep disorders.

UV Sterilization for Water Treatment

Ultraviolet (UV) sterilization is quick, effective, cost-efficient and offers many benefits over other disinfection methods. UV radiation emitted in short, UVC wavelengths, is proven effective at killing many harmful germs such as bacteria, viruses, volatile organic compounds and even harmful disease causing germs which are resistant to chlorine. UV sterilization is used worldwide with usage expected to continually increase in all UV disinfection applications.

UV disinfection lamps and treatment systems are used in many industries to kill germs on surfaces, in the air and in water.  UV sterilization systems are found in food and beverage processing plants, in air treatment systems including HVAC in-duct UV systems and many types of water sterilization applications worldwide.

UV Water Sterilization Applications

Ultraviolet sterilization systems are used to treat water in many different applications. Great strides have been made by UV lamp manufacturers to improve effectiveness even in large, high volume water processing applications.  UV lamp disinfection for water is replacing chemical treatment methods in many municipalities, drinking water treatment and wastewater treatment systems.
UV sterilization for water treatment processes can be found in a host of applications such as:

• Wastewater treatment
• Municipalities drinking water treatment
• Ballast water treatment systems used in the shipping industry
• Aquatic life sciences
• Aquariums and fish hatcheries
• Pools and spas

UV water disinfection treatment systems are found in these water applications and many others, offering many benefits when compared to chemical treatment processes.

Benefits of UV Water Sterilization Systems

UV water sterilization offers many benefits over chemical treatment methods. One of the biggest advantages of UV sterilization is that it is environmentally friendly and does not release the harmful by products into the environment like chemical treatment does.  Another advantage is that ultraviolet radiation kills cryptosporidium and giardia bacterium, harmful parasites which cause intestinal illness and are resistant to chlorine.

UV water disinfection provides many advantages over other methods which include:

• Proven effectiveness at killing germs
• No harmful byproducts such as with chemical disinfection use
• Cost-saving efficiencies with little to no maintenance and no need to purchase, store or dispose of chemicals

UV water sterilization offers these benefits and many others, with powerful and reliable UV germicidal lamps. 

The LightSources Group offers high-tech, UV germicidal lamps with custom designed options available to meet specific requirements.  We deliver new and innovative UV lamps engineered with proprietary technology which outperform and outlast comparable lamps. Contact us to learn how to improve your germicidal applications with custom designed UV sterilization lamps.  

Proven Proprietary UVC Germicidal Technology

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is emitted in various wavelengths, including UVA, UVB and UVC, with emissions in the UVC range providing highly effective germicidal properties. UVC germicidal lamps effectively eliminate threats from bacteria, viruses, fungi, mold spores and many other microorganisms by penetrating the DNA of the cells and rendering them useless and unable to replicate. The effect is instant and safe with no harmful byproducts or contaminants such as using chemical disinfection methods. 

Ozone producing germicidal lamps emit wavelengths in the range of 185 nm and are used to eliminate foul odor and airborne contaminants. Ozone germicidal lamps are effective in surface, water and air sterilization and are used in commercial, industrial and residential environments. It is always best to check with an ultraviolet radiation specialist and experienced UV lamp manufacturer to be sure that your lamps meet the specifications required for your germicidal process.

LightSources Offers Proprietary and Custom Germicidal Solutions

The LightSources Group provides germicidal solutions with a wide selection of UVC germicidal lamps, proprietary technology and custom designed solutions. We deliver first to market UV lamps which deliver improved performance and energy efficiency over comparable lamps. Our skilled lamp and lighting engineers have developed several patented products with proven proprietary technology for maximum germicidal effectiveness.

The LightSources Group provides innovative germicidal solutions with proprietary technology including:

Shatter ProTech - this proprietary technology provides safety and eliminates the risk of mercury contamination with a shatter resistant shield. The Shatter ProTech is resistant to heat and acid and provides cost efficiency over quartz sleeves.  Shatter ProTech proprietary technology protects workers from glass injuries, damaged product and damage to equipment.

LongLife+™ - this specialty proprietary coating significantly increases germicidal lamp life by up to 16,000 hours.  This proprietary technology is compliant with TCLP standard lamps, utilizes low mercury technology and is environmentally friendly.

LightSources offers these proprietary lighting technologies and others to support OEMs large and small around the world. Our skilled technical team provides custom designed samples, prototypes, beta site testing and controlled production. We follow a strict quality policy as part of our ISO2001:2015 registration and are committed to continual improvement, research and development.

LightSources offers a wide selection of lamps designed and engineered with high quality components and patent protected, proprietary technology. Our products can be found in a multitude of applications and industries worldwide.  Contact us to speak with an engineer and learn more about our germicidal solutions and proprietary UV technology. 

Control Odor with UVC Germicidal Technology

UV germicidal lamps which are designed to emit ozone provide effective and cost-efficient sterilization and deodorization. Ozone producing lamps are proven to meet strict air quality regulations in many industrial applications including removing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and odor causing contaminants. UV germicidal lamps are used in many industrial applications worldwide, commercial properties and residences to remove foul odor from the air.

Germicidal lamps are engineered to emit various effective wavelengths such as 254 nm which instantly eliminates bacteria and viruses by penetrating the DNA of cells and rendering them useless and unable to replicate. Germicidal lamps designed to emit 185 nm produce ozone which safely removes odor causing contaminants such as sulfides, mercaptans and ammonia. Ozone breaks these harmful organisms into less complex molecules through a process called oxidation.

UV air sterilization and oxidation systems breakdown water vapor molecules and ambient oxygen into hydroxyl free radicals and short-lived oxygen. Hydroxyl and oxygen provide instant breakdown of gases with very little byproducts.

LightSources Offers Ozone Producing Germicidal Lamps

LightSources is a leading supplier of UV lamps and lighting solutions including highly effective germicidal lamps. We design, engineer and manufacture low-pressure Mercury lamps and low pressure Amalgam lamps with proven proprietary technology. Our low-pressure germicidal Mercury lamps include standard quartz and high output quartz lamps.

Our low pressure Amalgam lamps include proprietary pellet Amalgam technology and Spot Amalgam lamps. Elimination of water causing contaminants depends upon humidity, ambient air temperature, and the type of odor causing contaminants. Our experienced UV lighting engineers provide custom design solutions to meet specific requirements.

UV ozone lamps are used in wastewater treatment plants and sewage lift stations providing a small footprint and ease-of-use with low maintenance. These ozone lamps provide many health benefits by removing harmful contaminants, controlling odor and eliminating exposure to hydrogen sulfide which contributes to ill health effects.  UV ozone lamps provide many benefits such as eliminating the need to purchase, store and dispose of chemicals in providing effective sterilization without chemical byproducts.

LightSources is a leading global supplier of UV lamps and lighting solutions including germicidal lamps used worldwide in water, surface and air sterilization systems. We understand the technology of UV radiation and harness the power with custom phosphor blends and lamp components. Contact us to learn more about the benefits of UV sterilization and how to control and eliminate irritating and harmful odor from the air.

UV Light Sterilization Provides Innovative Solutions for Industry

Ultraviolet (UV) light technology provides innovative sterilization solutions for many industries. UV light is used to sterilize air, water and surfaces in many commercial and industrial applications worldwide. UV technology is also used to produce ozone, which is a natural sanitizer and deodorizer, proven to eliminate volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

UV Light for Air Sterilization

UV light is used to control odor, sterilize the air and eliminate VOCs and contaminants in industrial exhausts.  Air quality is critical for public health in environments such as hospitals, schools, nursing homes and many other institutions.  UVC germicidal lamps purify the air and eliminate microorganisms and contaminants which cause illness and aggravate respiratory ailments such as asthma.

UVC technology is used to control odor in many applications such as farms, food processing plants, kitchens, and wastewater treatment plants. UVC germicidal lamps are also very beneficial in industrial applications which produce toxic chemicals such as plastics, rubber and printing processes.
Industrial applications which benefit from UV germicidal solutions include:

• Industrial
• Plastics, rubber and vinyl
• Printing
• Healthcare and medical supplies
• Agriculture
• HVAC systems
• Food and beverage

UV technology provides innovative germicidal solutions to these industries and many others. 

Sterilize Surfaces with 222 nm UV Lamps

UV lamps which emit wavelengths in the 222 nm range provide effective germicidal sterilization to disinfect surfaces in many industries.  UV light kills bacteria, viruses, yeast and harmful microorganisms within seconds of exposure. Germicidal lamps are used in many food processing plants, restaurants, buffets, salad bars, meat and produce departments and warehouses.
UV germicidal lamps are beneficial to the medical industry to maintain clean rooms free from diseases. By using ultraviolet technology there is no presence of harmful chemicals which is important in the food industry, the medical industry and many others.

LightSources Offers UV Lamps for Surface, Water and Air Sterilization

LightSources is a leading global supplier of UVC germicidal lamps.  We design and engineer UVC lamps which emit germ killing 254 nm wavelengths, 185 nm ozone producing lamps and 222 nm Excimer lamps for effective microbial reduction.  This newest line of 222 nm Excimer UV lamps achieve 100% output instantly within one second as compared to conventional germicidal lamps which can take several minutes to reach 100% output.

LightSources offers a wide selection of germicidal lamp solutions with custom designed and engineered germicidal lamps available. Our skilled engineers develop custom phosphor blends to emit the exact wavelength which is most beneficial to your application. We provide germicidal solutions for nearly any application including compact spaces and challenging configurations.

The LightSources Group is a leader among lamp suppliers, providing proven germicidal solutions for water, surface and air sterilization. We offer a wide selection of products, exceptional customer support and custom designed solutions. Contact us to speak with an engineer to achieve maximum germicidal effectiveness with proven UV technology.

UV Water Sterilization Is Safe and Effective

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation provides powerful and highly effective sterilization with no harmful byproducts or side effects. UV technology is safe and effective at sterilizing surfaces, air and water in a multitude of germicidal applications. UV technology is utilized worldwide in many water treatment applications including:

• Pools and spas
• Municipalities
• Water treatment plants
• Drinking water
• Aqua culture
• Water reclamation
• Life sciences
• Ballast water treatment in ships

UV germicidal lamps are proven in these applications and many others to instantly and effectively eliminate harmful microorganisms, aqua marine organisms, bacteria, viruses, mold spores, mildew and many other contaminants.


UV Water Disinfection for Pool and Spa
Ozone producing germicidal lamps effectively sterilize and purifying water without the irritating side effects of chlorine. UV radiation is proven to eliminate harmful organisms that chlorine does not and purifies water 3,000 times quicker than chlorine. UV water sterilization is nonirritating, produces no taste, odor or color.

Drinking Water Sterilization

Eliminating harmful pathogens in drinking water is critical for public safety worldwide. UV water sterilization provides many benefits such as low operating costs, low maintenance and ease-of-use. UV germicidal lamps do not alter the pH, odor or taste of water.

UV Ballast Water Treatment Systems

Recent regulations require all ships traveling through international waters to have an onboard ballast water treatment system.  Contaminated ballast water is one of the greatest threats to the sustainability of the oceans by transporting and releasing invasive species in foreign ports. Ultraviolet ballast water treatment systems meet the requirements of the most recent Ballast Water Management Convention and US Coast Guard requirements.

LightSources Offers UV Water Sterilization Solutions

LightSources is recognized worldwide as a leading global authority and supplier of UV lamps and lighting solutions. We are committed to research and development, providing first to market, patented UV solutions which deliver high-performance and cost saving efficiencies. LightSources is registered to ISO9001:2015 and dedicated to delivering high quality lamps to a multitude of industries worldwide. Our skilled lamp and lighting engineers provide custom designed lamps to meet specific requirements, with custom phosphor blends, bases and components.

The LightSources Group is dedicated to continual improvement to deliver cutting edge, innovative lamp products that outperform the competition.  We offer the world’s leading high-tech lamp designers and engineers available. Contact us to learn more about our UV germicidal lamp solutions for safe and effective water sterilization solutions.

How Do Ultraviolet Lamps Kill Bacteria?

Ultraviolet (UV) lamps harness the power of ultraviolet radiation which is a proven disinfectant and deodorizer. Ultraviolet, or beyond violet, is electromagnetic energy which is actually invisible to the human eye.  UV light is measured in wavelengths, referred to as nanometers (nm),  and falls into three basic categories of UVA, UVB and UVC light.

UVC radiation when emitted at precisely 254 nm is proven to be highly effective at eliminating bacteria, viruses, mold spores, fungi, mildew, harmful microorganisms and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). UVC germicidal lamps are proven to instantly eradicate these harmful contaminants in many surface, water and air purification systems.

When UVC wavelengths emitted at 254 nm are exposed to these harmful microorganisms, the UV radiation instantly penetrates the DNA of these living cells and alters the DNA so they cannot replicate. Harmful microorganisms that cannot replicate are considered to be harmless. UV radiation emitted at 185 nm produces ozone which is proven to oxidize, sanitize and deodorize foul odors.

LightSources Offers UVC Germicidal Lamp Solutions

The LightSources Group is recognized worldwide as an authority on UV lamp design and engineering for a multitude of industries including UVC germicidal applications. UVC germicidal lamps are typically low pressure, Mercury lamps which are engineered to emit precisely 254 nm of UVC radiation while producing a Mercury arc. These powerful germicidal lamps contain a blend of gases such as Neon and Argon or custom blends.

The LightSources Group is experienced in designing custom phosphor blends to reach the desired wavelength emission. Germicidal lamp bodies are typically manufactured in fused quartz designed to emit 185 nm and 254 nm, a quartz and titanium blend which blocks out 185 nm to prevent ozone production or a soft glass lamp body.

LightSources also offers surface sterilization lamps which emit 222 nm and are Mercury free. This UVC germicidal lamp warm-up instantly with 100% effectiveness without requiring the typical warm-up time of other UVC germicidal lamps.  The Excimer series is highly effective for surface sterilization and can be found in many commercial, industrial and residential applications.

The LightSources Group delivers high-tech lamp solutions with cutting-edge, UV technology. We are dedicated to delivering long-lasting high quality and cost-efficient OEM oriented solutions. Contact us to learn more about our wide selection of lamp products and with any questions on UVC germicidal lamps.

Stay Healthy with Clean and Sterilized Air

It is easy to prevent illnesses from airborne diseases by cleaning and sterilizing the air we breathe with UV air purification systems.  It is especially important to provide clean and sterile air in public places where people may have a compromised immune system. Many commercial properties such as hospitals, nursing homes and schools utilize UV sterilization to improve the health of patients and protect visitors.

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is proven to quickly eliminate harmful bacteria and viruses within seconds of exposure. UVC germicidal lamps used in air purification systems are easy to maintain, are highly effective and do not produce any harmful byproducts or side effects. UVC air purification systems can be installed in HVAC units to clean and sterilize the air with very little maintenance required.

You can rest easy and breathe clean and sterile air without even noticing the UV technology that is protecting your environment.  UV air sterilization has been used in commercial properties for quite some time and is becoming more popular in residential homes as well.  UVC ozone lamps can also be used to eliminate foul odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) for clean and healthy air.

LightSources Offers UV Air Sterilization Solutions

LightSources is a leading global supplier high-tech lamps and lighting solutions. The LightSources Group includes LightSources in the United States, LightTech in Europe which boasts a large, modern glass factory, and several partner companies.  The LightSources group offers a vast product line including:

• UVC germicidal lamps
• Specialty fluorescent lamps
• Tanning lamps
• Backlighting
• Signage lamps
• Proprietary lamp bases and sockets

LightSources UVC germicidal lamps are found in water, surface and air sterilization systems worldwide.  We design and engineer low-pressure, medium pressure and ozone producing UVC germicidal lamps. Our skilled lighting engineers provide custom designed lamps to meet challenging configurations and compact space requirements.

The LightSources Group offers cutting-edge, innovative UV lamp products. We provide high performance and cost-efficient germicidal lamps with OEM oriented solutions.  Contact us today to learn more about our UVC germicidal lamps proven in and water and air purification systems.

Phototherapy is also referred to as light therapy and is proven to be successful treating many medical conditions. Ultraviolet (UV) lamps are prescribed to patients with various ailments including many skin conditions such as acne, eczema, jaundice, vitiligo and psoriasis. Light therapy is also used to treat mood disorders such as sleep disorders, seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and depression.

It is important to receive phototherapy under the care of a physician and to use the right type of phototherapy lamp.  Not all lamps are made the same and the right type of UV emission is necessary to provide the proper treatment for health conditions. Using the wrong type of lamp could even make symptoms worse.  The right type of phototherapy lamp used under the care of a physician is proven to provide relief to many patients suffering from these many conditions.

UVA and UVB Phototherapy Lamps Treat Psoriasis

Ultraviolet radiation is measured by wavelengths and divided into three categories of UVA, UVB and UVC light.  Ultraviolet emissions in the UVB range is used to treat psoriasis and is helpful in slowing down cell production of new skin, which allows skin cells to heal. UVA light therapy may also be helpful although must be prescribed with a medication called psoralen which helps the skin to absorb the UVA emissions.  This treatment is referred to as PUVA treatment for psoriasis. Psoriasis patients may expect to see relief from phototherapy in as little as a few weeks to a few months.


LightSources Offers Quality Phototherapy Lamps

The LightSources Group is a leading global supplier of high quality, high tech lamps and lighting solutions.  Our highly skilled engineers possess in-depth knowledge of lamp design, construction and UV radiation. We offer a wide selection of UV phototherapy lamps, UVC germicidal lamps and offer custom design solutions to meet specific requirements.

The LightSources group is a recognized leader in UV and fluorescent lamp solutions, offering patented products designed with cutting edge technology. We design, engineer and manufacture UV phototherapy lamps for effective medical treatment. Contact us to speak with an engineer and learn more about our vast product line and custom designed solutions.

Develop Custom Patented Lamp Prototypes

OEMs large and small benefit from producing patented products, touting their own name with custom logos and colors. This improves brand awareness and contributes to gaining an increased market share. One lighting solutions partner assists manufacturers in developing their own custom, patented products and lamp prototypes.

The LightSources Group is recognized worldwide for providing high tech lamps and lighting solutions, as well as assisting customers in producing custom, patented products. LightSources located in the United States and China, combined with LightTech in Europe offer vast resources and experienced engineers with expert knowledge in lamp design and construction as well as UV radiation. 

Partner companies add to the vast resources offered by the LightSources Group and include LCD Lighting (LCDL), Voltarc and Cerlux.  LCDL specializes in miniature fluorescent lighting applications such as aerospace and avionic displays, Cerlux KFT Technical Ceramics specializes in high-quality ceramic bases and components while Voltarc is recognized as a leading supplier of customized lighted signs for indoor or outdoor use in nearly any size.

The LightSources Group Offers Custom Lamp Solutions

The LightSources Group partners with you from the beginning to design, engineer and manufacture specialized lamps and lighting solutions. We understand UV radiation and design custom phosphor blends to produce specific wavelengths for custom requirements. We design UVC germicidal lamps for either ozone generating are non-ozone germicidal applications.

We offer quick turnaround time and assistance in developing prototypes to meet specific requirements. LightSources is registered to ISO9001:2015 and is committed to a high level of quality combined with research and development. We deliver first to market patented lamp solutions developed with proprietary technology that outlast and outperform comparable lamps.

We offer a wide selection of UVC germicidal lamps used in air purification systems and water sterilization applications worldwide. You can find our patented Amalgam technology in many germicidal applications providing long-lasting germ killing effectiveness even in varying ambient temperature environments. 

The LightSources Group has developed patented lamp technology for tanning lamps which provide longer-lasting, even tanning for various skin tone types. Our tanning salon clients can enjoy featuring their name and logo on their custom designed tanning lamps for increased brand awareness. LightSources assist our clients in the design and development of custom lamp products to increase market share.

The LightSources Group designs, engineers and manufacturers high-quality, high-performance lamps customized to your specifications. We provide OEM oriented solutions from the leading high-tech designers and manufacturers available in the lamp industry. Contact us to learn how to develop your own patented lamp products to improve your market share and brand awareness.

Do UV Germicidal Lamps Really Work?

An ultraviolet (UV) germicidal lamp produces ultraviolet radiation with electricity. UV radiation is proven to eliminate harmful germs, bacteria, viruses and microorganisms within seconds of exposure. UV radiation emitted at 254 nm is the most effective wavelength which instantly penetrates the DNA of these harmful cells and renders them unable to replicate. Viruses and germs that cannot multiplied to infectious levels are considered dead and harmless.

Low-pressure Mercury discharge lamps are similar in construction to fluorescent lamps although the inner lamp wall does not have a phosphor coating which allows the right amount of UV radiation to filter through.  Low-pressure Mercury germicidal lamps convert up to 40% of electricity into UV radiation. 

The lamp body of a UV germicidal lamp is made with soft glass, quartz or pure fused quartz. Lamp bodies constructed with pure fused quartz of 185 nm as well as 254 nm emissions with VH (very high) glass.  UV germicidal lamps that transmit 185 nm of UV radiation produce ozone which is a known oxidizer and sanitizer. Ozone effectively eliminates foul odors in the air and can be transmitted through the air to reach places direct UV exposure cannot reach.

UV lamps manufactured with quartz and titanium block out 185 nm emissions to transmit 254 nm of UVC radiation only. UVC lamps engineered with L glass is soft glass which transmits 254 nm UV radiation for germicidal effectiveness.  Electrodes located at each lamp and connect an external current source to the Mercury gas discharge device.

The germicidal lamp body is filled with either pure argon gas or a mixture of rare gasses including neon and argon. A small amount of mercury produces the necessary UVC radiation.  UV germicidal lamps really do work although it is best to speak with a reputable UV lamp manufacturer to be sure that you achieve the right emissions of UV radiation for your application.

LightSources has constructed patented UVC germicidal lamps which outlast and outperform comparable products with energy efficiency and safety features included.  You can find our germicidal lamps in air purification systems and water sterilization applications worldwide.

The LightSources group is a leading global supplier of proven UV germicidal layouts and high-tech lighting solutions.  We provide a wide selection of UVC germicidal lamp products proven in applications worldwide. Contact us to learn more and for custom designed UV lamp solutions to fit your needs.

Effective Water Treatment with UV Technology

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is proven in many sterilization applications to eliminate harmful contaminants from the air, water and surfaces. UVC germicidal lamps are used in air treatment systems and water purification systems in many residential, commercial and industrial environments.  UV radiation is proven to instantly kill germs, bacteria and viruses within seconds of exposure including mold, mildew and even germs that chlorine will not kill.

UV light is used to sterilize water in many processes including:

• Aquifers
• Aqua culture
• Drinking water for municipalities
• Wastewater treatment plants
• Fish hatcheries and aquariums
• Ballast water treatment systems for ships
• Industrial water treatment plants

UV Aquaculture Treatment 

UVC germicidal lamps are used in aquaculture applications to sterilize and purify water to benefit marine life.  UV light water treatment systems are helpful to promote and maintain healthy water to many species of fish.

Municipalities Drinking Water Treatment

Drinking water treatment facilities in municipalities across the country and worldwide realize the benefits of UV water sterilization.  Ultraviolet water treatment systems eliminate harmful disease causing parasites and bacteria and kill some germs that chlorine doesn’t.

Wastewater Treatment Plants

Wastewater treatment plants utilize UV water sterilizers to treat wastewater for safe reclamation into towns, cities and villages. UV water treatment systems effectively eliminate harmful germs and contaminants without leaving any harmful chemical residue.

Ballast Water Treatment Systems

Ships use water in their ballast for balance when traveling through the ocean, and release ballast water to maintain the right level of buoyancy with the freight they are carrying. Ships are now required to maintain an onboard ballast water treatment system that removes aquamarine organisms and any harmful contaminants prior to releasing ballast water. UV technology is recognized as an effective ballast water treatment method and is approved by the United States Coast Guard. UV water treatment is sometimes combined with filtration methods to achieve highly effective method of eliminating harmful viruses, bacteria and contaminants.

Industry-Leading UVC Germicidal Lamps

LightSources is recognized as an industry leading supplier of high-tech lamps and lighting solutions including UVC germicidal lamps.  The LightSources Group has developed several patented products with proprietary technology for longer-lasting germicidal effectiveness. Our lighting engineers are highly knowledgeable of UV radiation and offer custom designed phosphor blends to meet specific wavelength emissions.

LightSources is a leading manufacturer of high-tech lamps and lighting solutions including UVC germicidal lamps. We design, engineer and manufacture patented products developed with proprietary technology proven to outperform comparable lamps. Contact us to speak with an engineer about our UVC germicidal solutions for surface, air and water treatment systems.

Ultraviolet Technology for Purified Sterile Air

Ultraviolet technology is used worldwide in many types of UV air purification systems to deliver purified and sterile air. UV air purification improves the quality of air we breathe for improved health and wellness. UV technology for cleaner air is used in many residential, commercial and industrial settings.

UV air sterilization is proven to effectively remove harmful contaminants such as bacteria, viruses and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from the air for a healthier environment. UV air purifiers are common in many commercial settings such as:

• Schools
• Daycares
• Hospitals
• Nursing homes
• Medical offices
• Business offices
• Manufacturing facilities

UV air purification systems improve the quality of air in these environments and many others.  There are many benefits to ultraviolet germicidal technology, which include instant sterilization, proven effectiveness and little to no maintenance. UV air purifiers utilized in HVAC systems conveniently sterilize the air with effective and compact UV germicidal lamp solutions.

Proven UVC Germicidal Lamp Solutions

UVC germicidal lamps are designed to emit UV radiation at precisely the right wavelength for antibacterial properties.  Ultraviolet radiation emitted at 254 nm is proven effective to instantly kill bacteria, viruses, dust, mold, mildew and airborne contaminants within seconds of exposure. UV lamps designed to emit UV radiation at 185 nm effectively create ozone which is a natural oxidizer and deodorizer. Ozone disinfection lamps dominate foul odors from the air as well as eliminating harmful toxins. 

Consult with a UV lighting expert to determine the best type of UVC germicidal lamps for your sterilization system. A reputable UVC germicidal lamp supplier will know exactly the right type of wavelength and specifications of lamps required to meet your germicidal application requirements.

LightSources Is a UVC Germicidal Lamp Specialist

LightSources in the United States and LightTech in Europe, along with several valued partner companies, represent the LightSources Group which is recognized as a leading global supplier of high-tech lamps. The LightSources Group designs, engineers and manufacturers high-tech lamps for a variety of applications including UVC germicidal solutions. We offer low-pressure and medium pressure lamps designed with proprietary technology which outperform comparable lamps.

Our skilled and experienced lighting engineers provide custom designed lamp solutions to meet specific requirements. We offer several patented lamp technologies as well as the ability to mix custom phosphor blends to meet specific wavelength and germicidal requirements.

The LightSources Group offers one of the widest selections of high-tech lamps available germicidal solutions to fit any application. We provide quick turnaround with a vast product inventory and custom designed solutions to meet specific requirements. Contact us to learn more about our high tech germicidal solutions with proven UVC germicidal lamp technology.

UV Light Disinfection Proven for Ballast Water Treatment

UV light harnesses the power of ultraviolet radiation and is proven to provide highly effective disinfection and sterilization of water, air and surfaces. UV germicidal lamps are used worldwide in air treatment systems and many water treatment applications. UV water treatment systems are used to treat drinking water in municipalities, aquifers, fish hatcheries, swimming pools and spas, industrial water treatment and ballast water treatment systems found in ships.

The Ballast Water Treatment Convention, BWTC, requires that an effective ballast water treatment system be utilized on board all vessels transporting freight through international waters. Contaminated ballast water is recognized as one of the greatest threats to the sustainability of the world’s oceans. When ships pick up ballast water in one port and release that water in a foreign port, invading microorganisms have been known to wreak havoc and destroy ecosystems and entire fishing industries.

Ballast Water Treatment Technologies

Various technologies used to treat ballast water include filtration, chlorination and UV treatment. Chlorination requires using chemicals which can also release harmful byproducts into the ocean.  UV ballast water treatment systems are effective without releasing harmful byproducts and are often used in conjunction with filtration methods.  UV germicidal lamps instantly eliminate harmful bacteria, viruses, protozoa and even microorganisms that chlorine will not kill.
UV ballast water treatment technology is approved by the US Coast Guard and is easy to maintain on ships, even smaller vessels with a compact footprint. 

LightSources Offers UV Germicidal Lamps

LightSources is recognized worldwide as a leading global supplier of high-tech lamps and lighting solutions. The LightSources group is committed to research and development, offering first to market patented lamp technology from skilled and experienced lighting engineers. We offer vast resources with a state-of-the-art glass factory in Europe and several partner companies committed to the same level of quality and exceptional customer service.

The LightSources Group offers vast resources, a wide selection of standard products and custom designed lamp solutions available. We provide UVC germicidal lamps which outlast and outperform comparable lamps. Contact us to learn more about our UVC germicidal solutions including UV lamps for ballast water treatment systems.

High-Tech Miniature Specialty Fluorescent Lamps

Miniature fluorescent lighting is found in many specialty applications and requires long-lasting, reliable performance. Miniature lamps can be found in many industries such as:

• Computer backlighting
• Copy, fax and scanning machines
• Automotive components
• Avionic displays
• Military and civilian aircraft
• Aerospace and space shuttle components
• Fluorescent signs
• Fluorescent lighting applications
• Industrial curing
• Quality vision systems
• Medical and phototherapy applications

It is important to work with an experienced miniature lamp supplier to obtain consistently high-quality lamps for precision applications.


LCD Lighting Supplies High-Tech Miniature Fluorescent Lamps

LCD Lighting, LCDL, is a valued partner company to the LightSources Group and is recognized for high quality, high-tech specialty fluorescent and custom designed lighting solutions.  LCDL is an experienced specialty lamp manufacturer and leading global supplier of T2, T4, T5, T8 and T12 fluorescent lamps.  Miniature lamp products include:

• CCFL Sub-Mini Lamps

Cold cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFL) are found in many fluorescent signs, especially products where bendable lighting is required.  CCFL lamps are also used in avionic and automotive displays, computer backlighting, military and aerospace applications. 

• HCFL Lamps

Hot Cathode Fluorescent Lamps are found in many lighting applications such as computers, aerospace, automotive, signs, medical devices and graphic arts.  LCDL designs and manufactures HCFL lamps in sizes ranging from T2 to T12.

• Aperture and Reflectors

Aperture and reflector lamps control the light output with custom fixture design, typically along the linear path of a T12 lamp.  LCDL offers this technology in custom designed lamps, bent lamps and small diameter lamps at 3.0 mm.

• Compact Fluorescent Lamps

Compact fluorescent lamps provide high light output with extra long life and up to 75% energy cost savings over comparable incandescent lamps. Special colors and custom phosphor blends are available to meet exact specifications.
LCDL is committed to delivering high performance fluorescent lamps developed with proprietary technology.  LCDL is a market leader with innovative fluorescent technologies which include:

• Ultra-Bright™ - double the output in lumens/watts with maximum, long lasting uniformity. 
• Robo-bend – allows manufacturing of hot-cathode lamps with a bending process.
• Long-Life – Cathode construction which delivers extended operating life of up to 60,000 hours on T8 lamps and up to 50,000 on T12.
• High CRI – proprietary color rendering index (CRI) with more rare earth tri-phosphors which creates true color with a natural look.

LCDL is part of The LightSources Group, a group of the most innovative and forward thinking lamp manufacturers in the world.  LCDL offers high performance, precision miniature lamps to a wide range of demanding applications.

The LightSources Group is a leading provider of specialty fluorescent lighting solutions, meeting the demands of OEMs and manufacturers worldwide. We provide high quality, high performance and low-cost lighting solutions. Contact us today to learn more about our high-tech lamp solutions.

Light Therapy Lamps Provide Healing Benefit

Light therapy, also called phototherapy, provides proven healing benefits to many different medical conditions. Phototherapy is often used to treat various medical conditions such as skin and dermatitis conditions, mood disorders and more. UV light therapy lamps are often prescribed to treat medical conditions such as:

• Acne – phototherapy is proven to improve symptoms and alleviate acne in many patients
• Eczema – light therapy is prescribed to reduce eczema symptoms and prevent flare-ups
• Psoriasis – phototherapy reduces red, patchy and scaly skin in patients suffering with psoriasis with UVA and UVB light therapy solutions
• Vitiligo – UV light is proven to improve symptoms of vitiligo in many patients
• Jaundice – UV light is used to help the liver improve the production of bilirubin in the body, which is why these therapy lamps are sometimes referred to as ‘bili-lights’
• Depression – many people suffering from seasonal affective disorder (SAD) benefit from phototherapy lamps to easy symptoms of depression
• Sleep disorders – sleep disorders can be treated with special lights programmed to mimic the sun and help people to wake and sleep with a normal rhythm 
• Diabetes – light therapy also helps people suffering from diabetes with wound healing and cell function.

Working with a reputable phototherapy lamp manufacturer will ensure that your lamps meet the specified requirements for treating each condition. LightSources is regarded as an authority on fluorescent and UV lamp design, engineering and manufacturing.  We offer proven phototherapy lamp solutions from skilled lighting engineers with in-depth expertise of ultraviolet radiation.

Custom Designed Phototherapy Lamps

Phototherapy lamps must be designed to emit the proper wavelength in the nanometer prescribed for each condition. LightSources works closely with our customers to produce the right type of lamp with custom phosphor blends and lamp components. We offer a state-of-the-art glass factory in Europe and several partner companies committed to delivering high performance, cost-efficient lamp and lighting solutions.

LightSources and LightTech Offer Phototherapy Solutions

The LightSources Group partners with OEMs large and small to produce phototherapy lamps designed to your specific requirements. Our vast resources and commitment to quality allow us to provide high-tech, high performance lamps with quick turnaround time on production and prototypes.

The LightSources Group is regarded as an authority on fluorescent and UV lamp design, engineering and production.  We offer prototype and custom designed solutions to meet specific phototherapy lamp requirements. Contact us to speak with an engineer about your phototherapy lamp requirements.

ISO Certified UV Lamp Supplier for Any Industry

UV lamp suppliers are an integral part to the supply chain of many industries worldwide, delivering high-tech lamps with quick turnaround time. UV lamp suppliers must deliver lamps with high-performance and energy efficiency as well as prototype and custom designed solutions. One lamp supplier stands out as delivering first to market, patented lamp solutions proven to outlast and outperform comparable products.

The LightSources Group consists of LightSources in the United States and LightTech in Europe, as well several partner companies who share in the same dedication to high-quality in customer satisfaction. LightSources is certified to ISO9001:2015 and is committed to research and development to offer lamps with improved performance and energy efficiency.

LightSources Offers Proven UVC Germicidal Lamps

The LightSources Group delivers high tech, proven UV and fluorescent lamps with custom designed solution to a wide range of industries.  Our skilled engineers have developed proprietary phosphor blends to emit specific wavelengths of UV radiation which meet custom UV requirements.  Our UV lamps are found in a multitude of industrial applications such as:

• • Air purification systems
    • Commercial
    • Industrial
    • Residential
  • Water treatment systems
    • Ballast water treatment
    • Municipalities
    • Aqua culture
  • Surface sterilization systems
    • Medical industry
    • Food and beverage industry

LightSources offers UVC germicidal solutions to these industrial applications and many others. Our UVC germicidal lamps can be found worldwide protecting people and the planet with eco-friendly, sterilization and purification methods. We partner with our customers to provide custom design solutions and meet specific requirements.

LightSources is a leading global supplier of fluorescent and UV lamps and is a valuable addition to any supply chain.  We are dedicated to continual improvement, customer satisfaction and on-time delivery with production proven connect solutions. Contact us to learn more about improving your UV lamp applications with the most effective and cost-efficient lamp solutions available.

Do UV Air Purifiers Eliminate Mold?

Ultraviolet (UV) lamps have been used for years for effective elimination of mold and mold spores. UV lamps combined with in duct air purification systems such as in HVAC and AC units effectively eliminate bacteria in air along with microscopic organisms, mold, mildew and viruses to prevent airborne contamination and illnesses. UV air purifiers improve the health and wellness of people in commercial and residential settings by sterilizing the air we breathe. 

Mold and mold spores can become a real problem as well as a health hazard. While eliminating a mold problem once it has been allowed to occur can take a lot of work with varying results, it is best to prevent the spread of mold spores and contamination in the first place.

Hospitals, schools, colleges, daycares, doctor’s offices and businesses all benefit from providing clean and healthy air for residents and visitors.  UVC germicidal lamps are designed to emit UV radiation at a specific wavelength, proven to instantly destroy harmful contaminants. UVC also lamps also eliminate foul odors while purifying and sterilizing the air. 

LightSources Supplies Proven UVC Lamps for Air Purification Systems

LightSources is recognized as a leading global supplier of UVC solutions with germicidal lamps found in air purification and treatment systems worldwide.  We deliver high-tech UV lamp solutions developed with proprietary technology for longer-lasting germicidal effectiveness. Our UVC lamps are proven in many commercial and industrial air purification systems, improving health and wellness with clean and purified air.

Our vast global resources include a high-tech glass factory in Europe in several partner companies committed to excellence with high performance lamps and lighting solutions.

The LightSources Group is known for delivering first to market, high-tech UV lamp solutions to a wide range of commercial and industrial applications. We deliver high-performance UVC germicidal lamps proven to outlast and outperform the competition. Contact us to learn more about our UVC germicidal solutions with custom options available.

Ballast Water Treatment Systems with USCG Approval

When ships and cargo vessels take on ballast water in one port and release in another, natural ecosystems and fishing industries can be destroyed. Untreated ballast water contains marine organisms that are foreign to the ecosystems in which they are released and is known as one of the greatest threats to the sustainability of the world’s oceans. The Ballast Water Treatment Convention (BWTC) is enforced by the Marine Environmental Protection Committee, MEPC, a division of the International Maritime Organization, IMO.

The BWTC requires all ships traveling through international waters to maintain an approved ballast water treatment system.  The United States Coast Guard enforces the proper treatment of ballast water and requires any ships taking on or releasing ballast water to meet USCG approval.  Ballast water treatment technologies include ultraviolet (UV) lamp systems, filtration and chlorination.

UV Ballast Water Treatment Technology

UV germicidal lamps are used in ballast water treatment systems to emit a powerful UV radiation which is a known water sterilizer.  UV lamps designed to emit UV radiation at a specific wavelength of 254 nm are proven to instantly destroy harmful viruses, bacteria and microorganisms.  When water passes through a UV lamp water sterilization system, UV light instantly alters the DNA of these living organisms and renders them inactive and unable to replicate.

UV light is used in many water sterilization applications worldwide and is proven to eliminate harmful bacteria naked to the human eye as well as some bacteria that chlorine does not kill.  UVC germicidal lamps deliver powerful UV radiation without the use of harmful chemicals or byproducts. Additional advantages of UV water treatment includes long lasting, germicidal effectiveness with little to no maintenance required. 

LightSources Is a Leading Provider of UV Germicidal Lamps

The LightSources Group is a valuable supplier of UV germicidal lamps, offering proven ballast water treatment technology. We partner with OEMs large and small to provide the right type of lamps for your system with custom designed solutions available. Our UVC lamps are proven in water sterilization applications worldwide, providing proven effectiveness in a small footprint.  Our UV germicidal lamps include:

• Low Pressure (LP) Amalgam lamps
• Medium Pressure UV (MPUV) lamps
• Ozone producing UV germicidal lamps

The LightSources Group is recognized as a leading global supplier of high-tech UV lamps and lighting solutions with vast resources, decades of experience and knowledgeable lighting engineers.  LightSources is certified to ISO9001:2015, maintains a strict quality policy and is dedicated to continual improvement through first to market, patented lighting solutions. Contact us to learn more about our UVC germicidal lamps and lighting solutions.

Benefits of UV Curing Polymers

There are a few different methods used for drying polymers in many commercial and industrial applications. Air drying, applying quick drying chemicals and ultraviolet (UV) light are common methods used to dry polymers.  UV curing is becoming more popular as an effective method of curing polymers which provides many benefits.

UV curing lamps are designed to emit the proper wavelength of UV radiation which causes an instant photochemical reaction to certain polymers. UV light can instantly cure glues, epoxies, polyurethane, lacquers and many polymers. UV curing is  quick and effective providing many cost-saving benefits and advantages over other methods.


UV Curing Provides Advantages over Other Methods

Instant curing - UV curing is instant, which improves cycle times and alleviates bottlenecks in material flow. Secondary operations and packaging are often a bottleneck area for product movement.  With instant UV curing, products can be cured while moving from one station to another for many cost-saving efficiencies.

Consistent process – UV curing dries polymers instantly for a consistent and reliable process. Unlike air drying, there are no irregularities due to evaporation and no chance of dust particles contaminating surfaces while drying. UV lamps improve product quality for less scrapped and returned product.

No chemical byproducts - unlike application of chemical drying agents, UV curing does not require the use of toxic chemicals providing a safe work environment.

UV curing lamps are in high demand to improve many commercial and industrial processes. Be sure to work with a reputable UV lamp manufacturer to obtain quality lamps for the best return on your investment.


LightSources Offers Proven UV Curing Solutions

The LightSources Group is a leading manufacturer providing UV lamp solutions to a multitude of industries. Our UV curing lamps are utilized worldwide and are recognized for high quality and longer-lasting performance over comparable products. We provide patented, first to market UV lamp solutions with custom-designed options available.

The LightSources Group is a leading global supplier of high tech lamp and lighting solutions.  We provide first to market, advanced lighting technology with an in-depth knowledge and expertise in UV radiation.  Contact us to learn more about our UV lamp solutions including UV curing lamps.

UV Phototherapy Lamps Provide Relief to Eczema Patients

Eczema is a very irritating skin condition which affects people with patches of itchy, dry skin with different degrees of severity.  While there is no known cure for eczema, patience obtain relief with topical treatments such as corticosteroids, creams and ointments and also UV lamp phototherapy.
Phototherapy is treatment with specially designed UV phototherapy lamps and must be prescribed by a doctor to obtain the right type of UV exposure.

Phototherapy for eczema and other dermatitis conditions may be performed in a doctor’s office or with phototherapy lamps in a patient’s home, under a doctor’s direction. UV phototherapy treatment is proven to improve the symptoms of many dermatitis conditions such as eczema, acne, vitiligo and other skin disorders.

How Do Light Therapy Lamps Work? 

UV phototherapy lamps are also called light therapy lamps and are effective by emitting the right wavelength of UV emissions in either UVA, UVB or UVC light.  UVB wavelengths in the narrow band specifically at 310 nm is proven to relieve eczema symptoms. UVA wavelengths may also be used combined with a medication called Psoralen, with a treatment referred to as PUVA. 

It is important to use the right type of UV lamps as regular tanning beds or other types of lamps will not have the right UV emission and could cause more harm than good.

LightSources Is a Leading Provider of UV Phototherapy Lamps

The lighting engineers at the LightSources Group are recognized as an authority on UV radiation, offering custom solutions to meet specific wavelength requirements. Our UVC germicidal lamps are found worldwide in phototherapy as well as germicidal applications. UVC germicidal lamps are effective at eliminating bacteria and viruses in water, on sufaces and in UV air treatment systems. UV lamps from LightSources are designed to improve health and wellness with germicidal and medical therapy benefits.

LightSources is recognized as the leading authority on UV lamp technology, with skilled engineers offering custom designed solutions.  We provide UV phototherapy lamps, UVC germicidal lamps and tanning solutions to OEMs worldwide. Contact us today to speak with an engineer about our proven UV phototherapy solutions.

UV Ballast Water Treatment Is US Coast Guard Approved

The Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC) was ratified by Finland in 2016 with the final votes of States necessary to enforce international compliance.  While the United States is not a party to the BWMC, the US follows even stricter regulations. Any ship which discharges ballast water in United States waters must maintain a ballast water treatment system approved by the US Coast Guard.

How Ships’ Ballast Water Systems Work

Ships use a ballast water system to maintain ideal buoyancy and balance when traveling through open water and one loading or unloading cargo.  A large ship will have the capacity to hold millions of gallons of water in their ballast water system. The problem occurs when ships pick up water in one port and discharge in a foreign port, also discharging microorganisms and Marine sea creatures which invade the foreign ports without natural predators.

Exchanging untreated ballast water is recognized as one of the top four greatest threats to the sustainability of the world’s oceans.  Invading marine organisms have had catastrophic results on fishing ports, devastating natural ecosystems and economies the communities depend upon. For example, invading zebra mussels multiplied to uncontrollable levels clogging underwater equipment in Lake St. Clair when discharged into the Great Lakes from ballast water in 1988. This incident caused an estimated $7 billion in damages.

UV Ballast Water Systems Offer Many Advantages

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is proven to have highly effective germicidal properties, with UVC germicidal lamps used worldwide in surface, water and air sterilization systems. UV ballast water treatment systems offer many advantages over other treatment technologies such as filtration or chemical use. UV ballast water treatment technology is approved by the US Coast Guard and offers the following benefits.

• Minimal maintenance required - UV water treatment systems are simple to install and maintain. Chemical treatment systems require purchasing, storing and disposing of harmful chemicals which can be toxic and require additional treatments. Filtration systems do not catch microscopic organisms naked to the human eye and will often get clogged up quickly.  
• Proven effective - UV radiation is proven to be highly effective at eliminating bacteria, viruses and harmful microorganisms regardless of water temperature or salinity.
• Safety  - UVC radiation eliminates harmful contaminants with germicidal effectiveness that is safe to humans and produces no harmful byproducts.
• Compact -  UV germicidal lamps support compact water treatment systems with a small footprint and maybe custom designed for specific requirements.

LightSources Offers UVC Germicidal Lamps for Water Treatment Systems

The LightSources Group is recognized worldwide for providing high quality fluorescent and ultraviolet lamps and lighting solutions.  We offer a wide selection UV lamps including Low Pressure Amalgam lamps and Medium Pressure UV lamps developed with proprietary technology. The lighting engineers at the LightSources Group represents the leading high-tech lamp designers available in the industry, offering custom-designed and solutions including custom phosphor blends to meet your disinfection requirements.

The LightSources Group offers decades of experience, tight quality control and engineers with in-depth knowledge in developing effective germicidal solutions. Our UVC germicidal lamps are proven in air, water and surface sterilization applications worldwide. Contact us to learn how our UVC germicidal lamps benefit ballast water systems.

UV Sterilization Lamps That Outperform Comparable Lamps

UV sterilization lamps are used worldwide to improve health and wellness with effective germicidal properties. UV radiation emitted at specific wavelengths of 254 nm instantly eliminates harmful microscopic organisms such as bacteria and viruses immediately upon exposure.  UV radiation emitted at 185 nm produces ozone, which is a natural air purifier and deodorizer, eliminates volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and foul odors from the air.

UVC germicidal lamps are used in many environments including residential, commercial and industrial air treatment systems.  UV lamps improve air quality in many environments including:

• Residential property
• Commercial businesses
• Industrial applications
• Hospitals
• Nursing homes
• Schools
• HVAC air treatment systems

It is important to select high-quality UV lamps from a reputable lamp manufacturer to obtain long-lasting, effective UV air sterilization performance. LightSources is recognized worldwide as an authority on UV lamp engineering and manufacturing, supporting OEMs large and small with proven UV lamp solutions.

LightSources Offers Proven UV Germicidal Lamp Solutions

The LightSources Group offers a wide selection of proven UV germicidal lamps with custom designed engineering available to meet your specific needs.  We follow a strict quality policy according to our ISO9001:2015 registration and are committed to improved, first to market lamp solutions. We have developed industry leading proprietary technology and patented lamp products which outlast and outperform comparable lamps.

Our UVC light bulb products include:

Low Pressure Amalgam – our low pressure Amalgam lamps which deliver up to three times the UVC radiation over comparable lamps all maintaining consistent performance and fluctuating temperature environments. Our Amalgam technology is designed to provide consistent output in applications ranging from 4° to 40°C and in higher temperature environments.

Low Pressure Mercury Lamps – our low-pressure Mercury lamps are available in various styles such as standard quartz, compact quartz, high output and soft glass. Our low-pressure Mercury lamp technology is proven to outlast comparable lamps delivering up to 13,000 hours of consistent performance.

Medium Pressure Ultraviolet Lamps (MPUV) – medium pressure UV lamps by LightSources are available with custom designed phosphor blends to meet specific application requirements.

Custom designed lamp components, sleeves and ballasts – the LightSources Group offers custom designed UV lamp components designed for maximum protection with optimum UV radiation exposure.

The LightSources Group offers proven UVC germicidal solutions with a wide range of specially designed UVC lamps and components.  We provide custom engineering and prototype solutions from skilled engineers who understand UV technology. Contact us to speak with an engineer and learn more about our high performance UV sterilization lamps.

UV Lamp Supplier for UV Curing Systems

UV curing systems are used worldwide in a number of commercial and industrial applications.  UV curing lamps are proven to be highly effective at improving the adhesion of inks, varnishes and coatings as well as strengthening polymer products. Ultraviolet radiation alters the molecular structure of various polyurethane coatings and polymers such as plastics, epoxies and silicone glue.

Ultraviolet radiation is highly effective, safe and offers the quickest cure time available compared to other methods such as heat and air drying. UV lamps cure polymers and coatings within seconds of exposure for extremely quick cycle times which improves productivity and profitability.

Benefits of UV Curing over Other Methods

UV curing offers many benefits over other methods of drying and curing polymers. With UV curing, the process is instantaneous which eliminates the potential for contamination with dust and airborne particles which can occur with air drying methods. UV curing also eliminates the possibility of evaporation which can leave an uneven surface and some processes. Ultraviolet curing processes drastically improve the quality of products with consistent and reliable results.

UV curing is much safer than using chemicals to cure polymers as there is no need to purchase, store or dispose of toxic chemicals. This provides a safer environment for employees and eliminates potential environmental contamination.  UV curing provides many benefits to commercial and industrial applications which include:

• Quickest processing time for improved productivity
• Safe handling and processes with no harmful by products
• Improved quality with consistent and reliable results
• Little to no maintenance required
• Cost savings over other curing methods

UV curing offers these benefits and many more over other curing methods. It is important to utilize the right type of UV lamps which emit the proper wavelength to maximize effectiveness and benefits.

LightSources Group Offers High Quality UV Curing Lamps

The LightSources Group is recognized worldwide as a leading global supplier of UV lamps and lighting solutions. Our skilled engineers partner with you to choose the best lamps for your process and offer custom design solutions to meet your application needs.  Our UV lamps are found in a multitude of applications including UVC germicidal processes such as UV air treatment and UV water sterilization systems.

The LightSources Group includes the most advanced lighting engineers available in the industry. We offer high-tech, custom design solutions including custom phosphor blends and prototype lamp products. Contact us to learn more about our UV curing lamp products and solutions.

UV Lamp Suppliers for In-Duct Air Purification

In duct air purification systems are gaining popularity worldwide due to an increasing awareness of health concerns and government regulations.  UV air treatment systems for HVAC equipment is proven to significantly improve air quality to improve health and wellness in many commercial, industrial and residential applications. UVC germicidal lamps eliminate harmful contaminants from the air such as bacteria, viruses, mildew, mold and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

UV In-duct air purification systems improve air quality for people in many environments such as:

• Hospitals
• Nursing homes
• Schools
• Daycares
• Industrial operations
• Commercial properties
• Residential homes

UV in duct air purification provides clean and healthy air to people in these environments and many others. Eliminating airborne germs is important in environments such as hospitals and nursing homes where people already have a compromised immune system.  It is important to select the right type of UV lamps for In-Duct HVAC air purification systems to achieve maximum air purification and sterilization with long-lasting effectiveness and energy efficiency.

LightSources Is a Leading UV Lamp Global Supplier

LightSources is a leading UV lamp global supplier offering a wide selection of UV lamps for use in a multitude of applications. Our UVC germicidal lamps are found in air purification and water sterilization systems worldwide.  We offer decades of experience in lighting engineers with in-depth understanding of ultraviolet technology.

The LightSources Group offers vast resources including a state-of-the-art glass factory and highly skilled engineers who design and develop first to market, patented lamps which outlast and outperform comparable products. We offer prototype solutions and custom designed phosphor blends to meet your application requirements.

LightSources offers the widest selection of UVC germicidal lamps for use in virtually any sterilization and purification system. Our lamps provide longer lasting, high-performance and energy efficient cost savings over comparable products. Contact us today to speak with an engineer about which UVC lamps are right for your UV air purification system.