Find Relief from Eczema with UV Light Therapy

It’s that time of year when the air gets dry from the heat running constantly and people with skin conditions like eczema often experience an increase in symptoms.  There are more than 30 million people in the U.S. suffer from some form of eczema, experiencing dry, itchy or scaly patches of skin. Various types of eczema include contact dermatitis, atopic dermatitis, nummular eczema, stasis dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis and dyshidrotic eczema. 

The many bothersome symptoms of eczema may include:

• Extremely itchy skin
• Red, inflamed skin
• Sensitive and dry skin
• Scaly, rough patches 
• Oozing or crusting
• Swelling in areas
• Dark colored patches of skin

Itchy skin is the most common problem people with eczema experience and is found in all types of eczema.  Some people may even keep scratching their skin until it bleeds which can cause even more severe problems with potential infections.  Eczema may appear anywhere on the body, although is commonly found on the chin and cheeks of children and babies.

Some children with eczema may outgrow it as they grow older and some adults may develop eczema later in life.  There is no real known cause for this skin condition, although there are some proven remedies to alleviate and even eliminate symptoms.

Phototherapy Provides Proven Effective Eczema Treatment

According to the National Eczema Association, phototherapy delivers proven treatments with significant relief to many people suffering with eczema. Phototherapy refers to treatment with specialized UV light, designed to emit the right wavelengths to target eczema symptoms and causes. Phototherapy is used to treat many different types of eczema and is proven to provide significant relief from bothersome and painful symptoms.

Narrowband UVB light is the most common type of light therapy used to treat eczema which replicates the most effective healing wavelengths from the sun.  UVA light is also used with a medication called Psoralen in a treatment referred to as PUVA and is proven to be effective at treating eczema. Light therapy should be prescribed by a physician and the right types of phototherapy lamps must be used to achieve desired results.  The wrong type of lamp, in fact, could make symptoms worse.

Light therapy is proven to alleviate symptoms of inflamed skin and itchiness while improving bacteria fighting symptoms and increasing vitamin D.  Phototherapy is proven to help at least 70% of people and can sometimes put eczema into a state of remittance long after therapy ends.
Be sure to consult with a phototherapy lamp expert and a reputable lamp manufacturer.  LightSources is a leading supplier of UV lamps and lighting solutions, including phototherapy lamps designed to treat various medical conditions. 

LightSources is recognized as an authority on ultraviolet radiation and technology, providing proven UV lamp solutions.  We offer a wide selection of UV lamps and provide custom designed solutions with specialty phosphor blends to meet specific requirements.  Contact us to learn more and for the most effective phototherapy lamps for eczema and many other health conditions. 

Industrial UV Air Purification Is Good for Business

Commercial air quality is important as the air that we breathe day in and day out has a significant effect on our health. Maintaining a healthy workforce is critical for businesses to thrive, to meet production without unexpected illnesses and lost work time.  Businesses of all types including public commercial properties and manufacturing facilities should strive to provide clean indoor air free of particle and chemical pollutants.

The primary cause of the majority of colds and flues are germs, bacteria, viruses, mold, mildew and other microorganisms.  These disease causing germs enter the air from many different sources such as leftover food, mold, mildew and when someone coughs or sneezes. Regular hand washing and cleaning commercial spaces are important, healthy practices although it is impossible to provide a commercial environment completely free of germs. Antibacterial soap and germicidal cleaning products are a great way to keep your hands and surfaces clean although do nothing to ward off airborne illnesses.

Many traditional industrial air purification systems remove airborne pollutants although do not eliminate viruses, bacteria, mold, mildew and other disease causing germs. Even some of the best industrial air cleaners are powerless against these things unless they utilize UVC germicidal lamps.  Traditional air purification systems in commercial applications use a filtration method to remove particle pollutants, although these systems allow microorganisms to easily pass through.

UV Air Sanitizers Remove Germs Filtration Methods Do Not

The UV radiation emitted in UV air sanitizers is the only effective way to remove mold, mildew, viruses, bacteria and disease causing microbes. Industrial grade UV air purification systems are proven to be highly effective. UVC germicidal lamps can be installed in HVAC systems as an effective method to purify the air in large spaces.  UV HVAC systems improve air quality for a healthy workforce while meeting industrial air quality requirements.

UVC Lamps for Air Purification

UVC germicidal lamps used in air purification systems emit a specific wavelength at 254 nanometer (nm) to instantly alter the DNA of germs and harmful microorganisms. UV radiation penetrates the cells to render them unable to replicate thus eliminating any disease causing threat.  It is important to use high-quality UVC germicidal lamps to achieve maximum germicidal effectiveness and air quality.

The LightSources Group is a leading global supplier of high-quality UVC germicidal lamps used in air purification systems, as well as water and surface sterilization applications worldwide.  We offer a vast product line to meet any germicidal requirement and offer custom designed, high-tech UV germicidal solutions.

LightSources, LightTech and our valued partner companies represent the leading, high-tech lamp designers and manufacturers in the industry. Our UV lamps are found worldwide in a multitude of germicidal and sterilization applications. Contact us to learn how to improve your germicidal process with patent protected, OEM oriented UV lamp 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Improve Tanning Results and Customer Satisfaction

Improve Tanning Results and Customer Satisfaction
Tanning salon professionals know that the key to customer satisfaction is quality tanning lamps which deliver deep color and long-lasting tanning effects.  Pleasing a variety of customers with different skin tones can be challenging without the right tanning lamps. Offering new and innovative tanning lamp technology improves customer satisfaction and promotes business growth.

Innovative Tanning Lamp Technology
Innovative tanning lamp technology is available from the LightSources Group, the recognized leading global supplier of high-tech, advanced lighting solutions. LightSources in the United States and LightTech in Europe deliver first to market, proprietary tanning lamps engineered with custom phosphor blends and an in-depth understanding of UV radiation.

The LightSources Group assists tanning salon professionals in developing customized lamps with your own logo and custom color bases to increase brand awareness. Tanning lamp solutions from LightSources are proven to outperform comparable products, delivering high performance, customer satisfaction and increased market share.

Choose from a wide selection of tanning lamp technologies and incorporate varying lamp styles to suit any and all tanning customers. Cutting edge tanning lamp technologies include:

Peak2 Technology® - this innovative tanning lamp delivers high emissions of UVA and UVB balanced in one phosphor. This tanning lamp provides maximum pigmentation effect with dual spectral peaks.

Multitone™ - this proprietary tanning lamp technology delivers a natural and even tan without high-pressure facial units.

SolGlass® - this high tech tanning lamp is engineered with proprietary phosphor blend’s and advanced UV lamp technology. SolGlass combines narrow UVA band with shortwave UVB for quick pigmentation with long-lasting effects.

A-Power™ - this low-pressure tanning lamp is developed with advanced technology to provide long-lasting, deep color typically available only in high-pressure units.

LightSources offers tanning lamps proven to outlast and outperform comparable products along with a wide selection of fluorescent and UV lamps solutions for a wide range of industries.  Our UVC germicidal lamps are utilized worldwide in water and air sterilization systems proven to instantly and eradicating harmful terms, viruses and contaminants. Our high-tech engineers are recognized as authorities on UV radiation including UVC ozone sterilization systems.

The LightSources Group offers lamp and lighting solutions with full OEM support to a multitude of industries and applications. We provide high performance lamps developed with cutting edge technology in full customer support. Contact us today to learn more about our innovative UV lamp solutions and cutting-edge tanning lamp technology.

High Quality Lamps with Custom Lampholders

Custom-designed lamps and lampholders improve brand awareness and increase market share when designed with your logo and custom colors. The LightSources Group consists of the most knowledgeable lamp and lighting engineers in the world, providing OEM oriented solutions to companies large and small. LightSources is in the United States and China, partnered with LightTech in Europe where a state-of-the-art glass factory provide vast resources for high-tech manufacturing, research and development.

Additional valuable partner companies include LCD Lighting, who offers specialty fluorescent lamps, miniature fluorescent lamps and back lighting solutions. Voltarc offers 75 years of experience in developing high-tech fluorescent lamps for neon signs and Cerlux, who provides custom ceramic bases and lamp components.

Voltarc Offers Patented Energy Efficient Lamps

Voltarc offers high-tech and innovative lamp engineering and manufacturing with proprietary technology and patented lamp products. Voltarc’s state-of-the-art lamp solutions include:

• TriLight™ and Trilight Max™ fluorescent lamps
• TufStraight Lamps
• TruBend U-Lamps
• Masonlite Electrodes
• Neon tubing
• Xtra Long Lamps
• Kulka lampholders and wiring devices
• Hyde neon fabrication equipment
• Lamp components and accessories

Voltarc follows a strict quality policy, conducting continual research and development for product and process improvement.  Voltarc delivers energy efficient, high performance lamps developed with cutting edge technology. TriLight Max™ provides easy retrofitting with the Kulka recessed double contact lampholders and lamp bases which offer reliability and safety when retrofitting.

Kulka Lampholders and Wiring Devices

Voltarc offers the Kulka product line of high quality lamp holders and wiring devices which includes:

• Recessed Double Contacts (RDC) lampholders
• Medium bi-pin lampholders
• Miniature bi-pin lampholders
• Slim line lampholders
• Miscellaneous wiring devices and accessories

Voltarc is a valuable addition to the LightSources Group, where you can find innovative lamp products which outperform comparable lamps with long lasting high-performance.

The LightSources Group designs, engineers and manufacturers innovative fluorescent and UV lamp products and custom designed solutions. Our experienced lighting engineers possess in-depth knowledge of UV radiation in lamp technology. Contact us to speak with an engineer about our quality products, lamp components and wiring devices.

Improve Tanning Results with High Performance Tanning Lamps

Customer seeking to elevate their mood during the cold winter months flock to tanning salons for some bright light and sun kissed skin color. Tanning salons who provide the greatest tanning effects, options for varying skin types and long lasting pigmentation will please customers with repeat business. For the highest in quality tanning lamps which provide long lasting effects with various lamp styles for different skin tones, check out the tanning lamp product line from The LightSources Group. 

The LightSources Group offers vast experience with developing superior tanning lamp solutions, pioneering lamps with varying strengths from 2.6 UVB – 9.5 UVB. LightSources partners with tanning salon owners to provide customized lamps which deliver fluctuations in UV exposure for differing skin tones and preferences with tanning. LightSources offers proven tanning lamp solutions which include: 

Multitone™ - this cutting edge technology delivers a natural and even tan from head to toe without the need for the high-pressure facial lamps. 

Peak2 Technology® - this proprietary tanning technology delivers both UVA and UVB wavelengths which are perfectly balanced in one phosphor blend, providing maximum pigmentation effects from dual spectral peaks. 

SolGlass® - developed from significant research, this proven tanning technology combines a special phosphor blend with high-tech lamp engineering providing a quicker tan that lasts longer. The narrow UVA band provides quick pigmentation with a short wave UVB emission holding pigmentation for longer lasting tanning effects. 

A-Power™ - tanning technology which provides high-pressure tanning results with a low-pressure lamp, combines UVA and UVB emissions peaking at the perfect wavelength to provide a tan that lasts.

The LightSources Group is recognized for providing high quality, high performance lamps across a multitude of lighting applications including tanning lamps, UVC germicidal lamp solutions, lighted signs, fluorescent solutions, phototherapy lamps and much more. We offer customized lamp solutions from experienced lamp designers and engineers with in-depth expertise in UV technology. 

LightSources and our valued partner companies are recognized as the leading designers and manufacturers in the lamp industry today. We provide high performing lamps with long lasting operation for a multitude of OEM oriented solutions. Contact us today to learn more about or broad range of specialty tanning lamps.

Specialty Fluorescent Lighting Outperforms All Other Products

LCD Lighting is recognized as a leading provider in high performance miniature fluorescent lighting used in many critical and demanding applications. LCDL brings a high level of expertise to The LightSources Group, with experienced engineers committed to continual improvement and delivering first to market lamp and lighting solutions. You can find fluorescent solutions from LCDL across the globe in many applications including:

• Electronic and computer backlighting

• Automotive interior lighting 

• Aerospace and avionic display including the NASA space shuttle 

• Advertising displays and signs

• Fluorescent lamps used in businesses, warehouses and architectural design

LCDL Delivers Proven Proprietary Lighting Technology

LCDL shares a commitment to quality with LightSources, conducting continual research and development to deliver innovative lighting technology. In-depth expertise combined with painstaking research has led to the development of several patented lighting solutions which deliver longer lasting high-performance with significant cost reduction to companies worldwide. Proprietary products which are proven to outperform comparable lamp technologies include:

• Ultra-Bright™

• Long-Life™

• Robo-Bend

• High CRI (color rendering index)

Ultra-Bright™

Ultra-Bright lamp technology delivers double the lumens / watts (efficacy) with improved manufacturing processes and advanced materials providing long lasting, uniform lighting. 

Long-Life™

LCDL has improved many lighting applications with longer lasting, Long-Life performance set apart from all other fluorescent lamps. Long-Life lamps are proven to deliver longer operating life over comparable T5 and T8 lamps with up to 60,000 of high performance, which equates to 6.85 years of performance. This significantly cuts down on maintenance and bulb replacement costs, especially when installed in difficult to reach places or outdoor signs. 

Robo-Bend

This advanced technology allows for unique bending during manufacturing which allows one single 8mm or 9mm serpentine hot or cold cathode lamp to replace multiple lamps in backlighting systems. This significantly reduces power loss and can provide up to double the power savings. 

High CRI (Color Rendering Index)

Innovation in lamp technology has produced proprietary methods of achieving more natural colors and rare earth tri-phosphors than any other lamp manufacturer.

LCDL and The LightSources Group represent the leading, high-tech lamp designers in the world. We offer cutting edge technology which delivers longer lasting performance with significant cost savings. Contact us today to learn more about our innovative solutions for fluorescent lighting.

Customized Lampholders and Wiring Devices

Customizing lampholder components and wiring devices with high quality components provides long lasting benefits to companies both large and small. Lighting and energy costs are a significant expense for any business, with cost-efficient energy solutions a concern for all business owners. Utilizing quality, customized lamp components in all lighting applications provides longer lasting performance with cost saving benefits. 

Quality lighting products improve brand awareness, market share and revenue. OEMs who rely on lamp components as part of their supply base want quality products which are customizable and easily retrofitted. The Kulka brand is known for high performance, reliable and long lasting lamp components, including:

• Recessed Double Contact (RDC) lampholders

• Miniature Bi-pin, Medium Bi-Pin Lampholders

• Slim Line Lampholders

• Various accessories and miscellaneous components

LightSources and Voltarc Offer Kulka Lamp Components

Voltarc is a valued partner of LightSources, bringing valuable expertise with quality lamp design and products including the Kulka product line. Voltarc shares the same commitment to quality and delivering first to market high-quality lamp components through innovation and continual improvement. This dedication to quality results in lamp bases and mating sockets which are proven to provide longer lasting high performance with cost savings over comparable brand names. 

The TriLight Max™ series by Voltarc is designed with LongLife™ cup-cathode technology for high performance T8 through T12 fluorescent lamps and are compatible with the Kulka line of lampholders. TriLight Max includes recessed double contact end caps for simple retrofitting with the lampholders by Kulka. Voltarc offers exceptional customer service, assisting with application analysis and design of current or new product developments. 

The LightSources Group is recognized for delivering the latest in technologically advanced lamp components used across a broad range of applications worldwide. Our lamps can be found in many applications including:

• UV germicidal solutions for surface, water and air sterilization

• All lighting solutions including fluorescent lamps and signs

• Automotive lighting products

• Aerospace lighting products

• Electronics

• Phototherapy lamp solutions

Our vast resources combined with specialized, exceptional customer service allow us to provide higher quality lamp products with quick turn around time, customized to your application. Our proprietary technology and patented products are proven to provide long lasting, higher performance over comparable lamps. Lighting solutions by LightSources are proven to deliver improved performance combined with lower costs. 

LightSources and our valued partners, Cerlux, LCD Lighting, Voltarc and our European partner, LightTech, are recognized as the leading manufacturer of high quality lamps and components. We offer high quality, patented lighting solutions with customized lamp design and manufacturing available. Contact us today to speak with an engineer and learn more about our wide product selection with custom lamp options.

Custom Designed Lampholders and Components

The LightSources Group includes LightSources in the United States and China, LightTech in Europe and valuable partner companies including LCD Lighting, Voltarc and Cerlux. LightTech boasts a large, modern glass factory where custom designed products are developed and manufactured, Cerlux offers custom ceramic bases, LCDL offers any type of lighted sign available including indoor or outdoor illuminations while Voltarc is a leading supplier of custom designed lampholders engineered with proprietary technology for long lasting, high performance. 

Voltarc provides custom lampholders for any lighting application engineered for high performance and maximum energy efficiency. Voltarc offers cutting edge lampholder technology for long lasting cost saving efficiencies. With a wide selection of lamp sockets and matching bases, Voltarc is a valuable addition to the LightSources Group providing lamp and lighting solutions for any application to OEMs large and small worldwide. 

Voltarc offers TriLight Max™, a specialty designed fluorescent lamp series providing high quality tri-band phosphors which are proven to yield maximum lumen output with exceptional color rendering. The TriLightMax series provides simple retrofitting of Kulka Recessed Double Contact Lampholders with double contacts and recessed end caps. Voltarc provides lamp bases designed for reliability and safety and in many retrofitting processes. 

Kulka Lampholders and Wiring Devices 

Voltarc offers a wide selection of high performance lampholders designed in many styles within the Kulka product line. Kulka is recognized for high quality combined with long lasting, high-performance. Voltarc offers the Kulka product line which includes the following:

• Recessed Double Contacts (RDC) lampholders

• Miniature bi-pin lampholders 

• Slim line lampholders 

• Medium bi-pin lampholders

• Miscellaneous accessories and wiring devices

Voltarc provides high quality products following a strict quality policy focused on continual improvement through research and development. Voltarc offers a multitude of lamp components and products with custom designed lamp solutions available from skilled engineers. The LightSources Group provides high quality lamps, lampholders and components used in virtually any lighting application including powerful UVC germicidal solutions used in surface, water and air sterilization systems worldwide. 

The LightSources Group offers high performance lighting solutions for virtually any lighting application in any industry, including customized fluorescent and UVC germicidal lamps. We employ skilled design engineers with in-depth knowledge of UV radiation and lamp design. Contact us today to speak with an engineer to learn more about our high performance lamps and lamp components.

Ballast Water Treatment Convention New Rules

The new requirements for the Ballast Water Treatment Convention (BWTC) took effect last September of 2017, with the main goal of establishing procedures for how ships treat their ballast water. The BWTC is enforced by the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC), which is a subsidiary group of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Ballast water in ships has been determined to be one of the greatest threats to the sustainability of our world’s oceans.

When ships travel from one port to another and release ballast water from a completely different region, invasive marine organisms often spread to uncontrollable levels wreaking havoc on the fishing industry and even the health and livelihood of residents living in the area. With new rules for the BWTC, all ships are to have a U.S. Coast Guard approved ballast water treatment system.


UV Germicidal Ballast Water Treatment System

Ultraviolet, UV, radiation is proven highly effective at eradicating harmful contaminants such as viruses, bacteria and microorganisms from water, air and surfaces. The LightSources Group offers UVC germicidal lamps in various sizes and shapes to meet even compact design of smaller vessels. UV technology quickly and effectively eliminates the threat of aquatic viruses even naked to the human eye.

With UV ballast water treatment systems, UVC germicidal lamps eliminate the threat of spreading disease with no need for chemicals. Purchasing, storing and disposing of chemicals used to treat water can result in further environmental contamination and requires additional costs, storage space and time to manage. With long lasting UVC germicidal lamps, ballast water is treated effectively with little to no maintenance required.


The LightSources Group Offers UVC Germicidal Lamps

The LightSources Group offers highly effective, proven UVC germicidal lamps for use in air, surface and water treatment systems. We provide custom designed germicidal solutions with proprietary technology. Our Low Pressure Amalgam lamps perform with improved efficiency of 30% to 35% when compared to similar lamps, with the benefit of a small footprint for ease of use in limited spaces. We offer Medium Pressure UV germicidal lamps (MPUV) which also provide highly effective germicidal solutions in an even smaller footprint.


The LightSources Group is the leading expert on UV germicidal lamp solutions with vast resources and in-depth knowledge of UV radiation. We offer germicidal solutions from skilled and experienced engineers, providing prototype solutions and custom designed lamps. Contact us to speak with an engineer about our highly effective, cost-efficient UVC germicidal lamp solutions.

UV Light Therapy Provides Relief to Acne Sufferers

Acne is the most common skin condition that affects people in the United States, recognized by the U.S. National Institute for Health Dermatology as affecting over 85% of all adolescents.  Millions of Americans experience acne during adolescence and into adulthood, with severe cases leaving scarring. UV light therapy has proven to improve symptoms and provide relief to many people suffering from acne vulgaris.

Conventional acne treatments include retinoids and antibiotics which may have side-effects and have various results with patients.  Side effects include antibiotic resistance or harsh skin reactions from drying topical treatment creams. New developments in UV light therapy are proven to provide significant relief to many patients with no harmful side effects.

LightSources Provides Effective UV Acne Lamps

The LightSources Group provides UV acne light therapy lamps developed with the latest in technological advancements, including a combined blue and red-light therapy which has been proven to be highly effective as a successful acne treatment.  This blue and red light therapy does not produce irritating side effects as other acne treatments. 

Blue light at 415 nanometer (nm) produces an antibacterial effect, which helps in killing bacteria to prevent future outbreaks.  Red light emitted at 600 to 700 nm is proven very effective at soothing inflammation while promoting healing and repair through cell regeneration. 

LightSources and our valued European partner, LightTech, are recognized as the leading high-tech lamp designers in the world, providing UV lamp therapy solutions for a wide range of phototherapy applications.  Light therapy is proven to aid psoriasis, eczema, acne, vitiligo and many mood disorders and depression including Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

LightSources provides high-quality lamps which deliver maximum performance for UV light therapy solutions.  We offer customized solutions to meet unique specifications, with in-depth knowledge and expertise of UV light radiation. Contact us today to learn more about our wide range of UV phototherapy lamp solutions. 

Custom Designed Lamp Bases and Sockets

The LightSources group includes the top leading manufacturers in the lamp and lighting industry in the world.  Our valued partners strive for total customer satisfaction with custom designed solutions engineered for your unique process.  Cerlux is a world leading manufacturer of ceramic bases and sockets, and a valuable addition to the LightSources group. 

 

LightSources and our affiliated companies use only the highest quality components and follow a strict quality policy.  All parts are inspected prior to shipping to ensure customer satisfaction.  

 

Experienced Manufacturer of Lamp Sockets and Bases

 

Cerlux manufactures tips, washers, electric insulators, resistant grinding cylinders and many more lamp components.  Cerlux manufactures ceramic products with a high temperature kiln reaching 1,000°, using the heat from the kiln to heat the building and water supply.   As with all LightSources partners, Cerlux places high value on green operations, manufacturing with energy efficient operations. 

 

The glazing process of ceramics production is typically with a white glaze, although Cerlux offers endless color choices with custom color options for your lamp bases, even matching your own logo color.  Raise your own brand awareness and increase your market share with lamp products designed for proprietary distribution.  Cerlux produces custom bases with either fully automated processes or a hand-press when required to produce high quality parts that meet your specifications.   

 

Contact LightSources today to find out how you can gain your competitive advantage with custom designed and manufactured lamps bases, sockets and components. If you need special design or engineering, LightSources will work with you to develop a custom solution that will fit your needs.  We can create custom phosphor blends with additives to achieve the exact wavelength of UV output you require and match that lamp with Cerlux custom color bases for a truly unique product. 

 

LightSources and our affiliated companies represent the leading high-tech designers and manufacturers in the lamp industry today.  Our team consists of the most highly skilled professionals that specialize in a range of innovative solutions.  Please contact us to learn more about our broad range of standard and custom lighting solutions.

Miniature Fluorescent Lighting with Long Lasting Performance

The LightSources group consists of the world’s leading, most forward thinking and innovative companies providing lamps and lighting solutions to companies worldwide.  LCD Lighting (LCDL) is known for high quality, high performing miniature fluorescent lamps. LCDL provides miniature lamps to a wide variety of manufacturers, OEMs, and has even supplied lamps for the U.S. space shuttle.

LCDL’s Hot-Cathode Fluorescent Lamps

LCDL produces cold cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFL) and hot cathode fluorescent lamps (HCFL) to a multitude of companies and OEMs around the globe.  LCDL offers a product line of HCFL lamps which include tubular lamps available in a wide range of lengths and diameters.

The smallest size of HCFL lamps start at T2 which means that T stands for the shape of the lamp meaning tubular, and the number 2 stands for an eighth of an inch.  A size T8 lamp would equal a tubular lamp at exactly 1 inch in diameter.  As LCDL specializes in miniature lighting, the largest size available is the T12 which would be a diameter of 1 ½”. 

HCFL lamps by LCD Lighting are used in signs, medical devices, graphic arts, and backlighting displays in various applications. 

LCDL’s Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamps

Miniature CCFL lamps by LCD Lighting are commonly used in various neon signs and bendable shapes.  CCFL lamps contain an electrode, rather than the filament in the HCFL lamps.  Mini fluorescent lamps are used as backlighting in avionic displays, computers, vehicles, military applications and even the NASA space shuttle.

Both CCFL and HCFL lamps contain mercury vapor to enhance the phosphor coating which creates a very pleasing light.  LightSources and LCD Lighting offer a wide selection of standard mini-lamps and provide custom services to create the lighting solutions unique to 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 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.