UV Light Keeps Kitchens and Restaurants Cleaner

 

Restaurants have been finding innovative ways to keep patrons safe from germs while keeping their doors open. Ultraviolet (UV) light and the powerful germicidal benefits of UVC energy is nothing new, although restaurant owners are taking notice of the many ways this germicidal technology can help their business. UVC lamps are part of many systems worldwide such as air purification systems, water disinfection systems and surface sterilization systems.

Where UVC Lamps Help Restaurants

High intensity UVC lamps have proven efficacy in eliminating a wide range of harmful pathogens including viruses, bacteria, mildew, and mold. This germicidal technology can be harnessed in various systems to protect food directly in addition to protecting surfaces, water, and the air in enclosed spaces. Here are some of the most popular areas of installing UV sterilization lamps for restaurants and food service applications:

Food irradiation - The short wave electromagnetic energy has powerful sterilization effects, keeping food safe with UV germicidal irradiation. UV lamps can help to keep food fresher, longer, and prevent early spoilage as well as preventing many harmful germs like E. Coli and Salmonella.

Kitchen hood exhaust systems – UV energy has the ability to prevent the buildup of grease in commercial kitchen hoods. This mitigates fire risk, reduces equipment maintenance, and prevents foul odors that can occur from grease buildup.

Keep walk-in freezers clean – UV lamps prevent mold and mildew from forming in cool, damp places like walk-in freezers which is critically important to storing fresh food and meeting health code regulations.

Air sterilization in eating areas – sterilizing the air that circulates through a restaurant’s HVAC system helps to keep patrons safer with cleaner, purified air. UV lamps in HVAC systems keep the air cleaner by eliminating airborne pathogens and removing foul odors from the air.

UVC Lamps for Restaurants and Kitchens

LightSources is a leading supplier of UVC germicidal lamps found in UV sterilization systems worldwide. We offer a wide selection of germicidal lamps including:


Low pressure mercury lamps

Medium pressure UV lamps (MPUV)

Amalgam lamps with proprietary technology

High intensity UV lamps

Specialty UV lamps

Customizable lamp design solutions

Prototype solutions

LightSources offers quality UVC germicidal lamps engineered with proprietary technology that outlasts and outperform comparable lamps.

LightSources employs the leading, high-tech UV lamp engineers in the industry with deep technical knowledge of UV radiation and lamp design. We follow a strict quality policy as part of our ISO9001:2015 registration and provide quick turn-around time to meet your production schedules. Contact us to learn more about how our high-quality germicidal lamps can improve your restaurant and kitchen UV sterilization systems.

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. 

Neon Sign Lighting Solutions from the Lighting Experts

Neon and fluorescent lighted signs require high quality components to provide vibrant and long-lasting illumination.  Voltarc Technologies is a valued partner of LightSources, and a leading high-tech designer and manufacturer of lighted signs for any application including architectural design, specialty fluorescent lamps, and ultraviolet lamps with custom holders and wiring devices.   

Voltarc has been a valued partner company since 2009, and brings more than 80 years of expertise and experience in developing neon tube signs, U-lamps, cup-cathode lamps, and fluorescent lighted signs with unsurpassed performance and life expectancy.    

Proprietary Technology and Lighted Sign Solutions  

Voltarc delivers vibrant light and long-lasting color with patented products and proprietary technology.  Highly skilled engineers and lamp designers bring brand awareness to life with the most spectacular signs available today.   

Proprietary technology developed by Voltarc and the LightSources group include:.   

• Neon Tubing
• TriLight™ and TriLight Max™ Fluorescent Lamps
• TufStraight Lamps
• TufBend U-Lamps
• Hyde Neon Fabrication Equipment
• Xtra Long Lamps
• Masonite Electrodes
• Standard and Custom Lamp Accessories  

Voltarc’s cutting edge technology provides energy-efficient solutions with technologically advanced components.  Lighted sign solutions by Voltarc include intricate and complex designs that other manufacturers would shy away from.  You benefit from our years of experience and vast resources, allowing us to provide high quality components at the lowest possible cost, and in a timely manner. 

Voltarc operates with green practices, improving and enhancing upon our energy saving solutions to provide long lasting illumination requiring low maintenance and replacement costs.  Signs by Voltarc are proven to outperform and outlast the competition.  With a wide selection of standard items, the LightSources group is known for developing customized patented solutions for virtually any design imaginable.  

The LightSources group includes valued partners LightTech in Europe, Voltarc, LCD Lighting and Cerlux for custom bases and sockets.  You can custom design your bases in any color available, even matching your current logo or brand.  

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

Do You Need a Lamp Supplier for Superior Lighted Signs?

Neon signs and fluorescent lighted signs provide brand awareness and long-lasting illumination for businesses around the globe in a multitude of industries.  The LightSources group includes lighted sign expert, Voltarc, providing more than 75 years of experience in designing and manufacturing assorted styles and types of fluorescent lighting.   Voltarc Technologies provides superior lamp products for architectural lighting, neon and fluorescent signs, ultraviolet lamps, specialty lamps, wiring devices and holders. 

Voltarc utilizes the latest in technological advancements, employing highly skilled lighting engineers and designers conducting continual improvement, research and development.   Some innovative proprietary technology developed by Voltarc includes:

• Xtra Long Lamps
• TufStraight Lamps
• Neon Tubing
• TufBend U-Lamps
• TriLight Max™ and TriLight™ Fluorescent Lamps
• Masonite Electrodes
• Hyde Neon Fabrication Equipment
• Cup-Cathode Lamps
• Various Standard and Custom Lamp Accessories 

Voltarc’s products provide unrivaled performance with long lasting product life expectancy in all patented products.  Voltarc produces the most vibrant signs in the industry, enhancing brand image of businesses worldwide with state-of-the-art lamp and electrical components.  The cutting edge lighted sign solutions provided by the LightSources group deliver exceptional lumens per output, reliably outperforming the competition. 

Our energy efficient solutions provide long life with low maintenance, outlasting and outperforming comparable products with exceptional performance.  Voltarc provides a solution for your lighted sign specifications from simple to complex designs and shapes with lamps and components made to last.  Our skilled engineers can provide custom designed solutions with the optimum type of lamp product for your application.  Lighted signs by Voltarc provide quick return on investment with increased brand awareness delivered in a high performing and long-lasting product. 

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

Voltarc Valuable Addition to the LightSources Group

The LightSources group consists of world leading lighting experts, and Voltarc is a valuable partner with experience in fluorescent signs for more than 75 years!  Voltarc joined the LightSources group in 2009, and provides a wide variety of specialty lighted signs in any shape or size.

Voltarc utilizes the latest in technological advancements to provide vibrant colors, with long lasting life even in unique sizes and shapes including U-lamp designs.   Their highly skilled staff is experienced with creating the perfect solution for your custom sign design.

Voltarc’s Specialty Sign Solutions include the following:

• U-Lamps
• Long lamps
• Cup-Cathode Manufacturing
• Neon Tubing
• Fluorescent Lamp Signs

Voltarc conducts continual research and development improving their lamps for design and function, resulting in several proprietary and patented products.  Voltarc’s MaxLight™ provides extraordinary colors with maximum lumen output.

The TriLight™ Series provides 18,000 hours for the T8 and 12,000 hours for the T12 series, and come in standard lengths for easy fitting in your current systems.   Our TriLight and TriLight Max are high-performance, long lasting lamps requiring low maintenance.

Additional products from Voltarc include TruBend U-lamps, Xtra Long lamps, U-Lamps, Neon tubing, Masonite electrodes, TufStraight Lamps, Kulka Lampholders and various accessories, and wiring devices.

Voltarc employs skilled engineers to assist with the perfect design of your sign, displaying your logo and brand with the high level of quality that you deserve.  Voltarc is a valuable addition to the LightSources group, and an expert in their field, leading the industry of specialty fluorescent sign design and manufacturing.

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.

Fluorescent and Neon Sign Solutions from LightSources

Fluorescent and neon signs are only as good as the components and the lamps providing the illumination.  When you want the best in available quality, you need an expert in the lighting industry, with experience in designing and manufacturing various types and styles of fluorescent lighting.  Voltarc Technologies is recognized as a leader in architectural lighting, fluorescent signs and neon lighted signs, known for specialty fluorescent lamps, ultraviolet lamps, and custom holders and wiring devices.   

Voltarc joined the LightSources Group in 2009, and has more than 75 years of expertise developing various lighted sign options including fluorescent lighted signs, neon tube signs, U-lamps, or cup-cathode lamps providing unrivaled life expectancy with their proprietary TriLight Max™ Series.   Voltarc employs only the most highly skilled engineers and lamp designers bringing your brand image to life with the most vibrant signs in the industry. 

Voltarc develops innovative lighted sign solutions with state-of-the-art components, leading the industry with several proprietary and patented products including: 

Neon Tubing

TriLight™ and TriLight Max™ Fluorescent Lamps

Xtra Long Lamps

TufBend U-Lamps

TufStraight Lamps

Hyde Neon Fabrication Equipment

Masonite Electrodes

Various Standard and Custom Lamp Accessories 

Voltarc offers cutting edge lighted sign solutions with innovative technology, and energy-efficient solutions delivered with exceptional customer service.  When you need exceptional lighted signs or components, Voltarc is your solution for standard or complex, intricate designs developed for your customized application.   

With Voltarc you benefit from years of experience providing superior signs and lamp components, delivering cost-effective solutions in any environment.  Our products outlast and outperform the competition, time and again.  For consistent durability, low maintenance, and high performance, Voltarc can develop your customized lighted sign solution in any shape, style or design imaginable developed for your unique application. 

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

Voltarc Supplies Custom Fluorescent Signs

Voltarc, an expert in the fluorescent sign industry for over 75 years, has been a valuable partner of LightSources since 2009.  Voltarc is a recognized global leader providing a variety of lighted signs in all shapes and sizes. 

When you need a new vibrant lighted sign to display your brand, you want only the best in performance with vibrant colors and long lasting life.   Voltarc employs a highly skilled experienced staff ready to assist you with your perfect custom sign solution. 

Voltarc’s specialties include:

·         Fluorescent sign lamps

·         Neon tubing

·         Long lamps

·         U-lamps

·         Cup-cathode construction

Voltarc continues to improve their signage lamps and products with continual research and development.  This has resulted in several patented and proprietary products, providing the most robust color signs with superior long-lasting life.  They have developed patented technology MaxLight™, offering exceptional color and superior lumen output.  Voltarc’s T8 and T12 TriLight™ series offer 18,000 hours and 12,000 hour output respectively, with standard lengths for easy retrofitting into current systems.  These long-lasting bulbs provide optimum performance with low maintenance.  

Our exceptional line up of superior products include our TriLight and TriLightMax™ Fluorescent Lamps, TruBend U-Lamps, TufStraight Lamps, Xtra Long Lamps, Neon Tubing, Masonite Electrodes, Hyde Neon Fabrication Equipment, Kulka Lampholders and Wiring Devices, Accessories.

Voltarc provides customers with an exceptional experience, we make designing your new sign fun, as it should be.  You can enjoy the experience of displaying your brand with pride and let the fluorescent lighting and sign experts worry about providing you a quality 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.

World’s Largest Signs

Throughout the world there are many different types of enormous, lighted outdoor signs.   The neon sign that looms over the Palace Station Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada is one example.  As the largest free-standing sign in the world, it consists of over 6 miles of neon and fluorescent lights and contains more than 12,000 individual light bulbs.  The sign is 279-feet-tall and 40-feet-thick with a surface area of more than 70,000 square feet.  An even larger sign had stood in its place but was blow over in a severe wind storm. 

The biggest figural (signs based on human or animal figures) neon sign in the country is in Saginaw, Michigan.  The sign is 35 feet tall and 50 feet long.  Other large neon signs can be found in Piccadilly Circus in London, Tokyo’s Ginza and Shibuya, and Shanghai’s Nanjinj Road to name a few. 

Also over the last few years, we have seen larger and larger digital billboards become part of a city’s landscape.  Two years ago, New York Times Square went live with the highest resolution and most expensive digital billboard to-date in North America.  The new billboard spans an entire city block and is eight stories tall and almost as long as a football field.  The display has a higher resolution than the best top-of-the-line television sets and is comprised of nearly 24 million LED pixels, made up of miniature red, blue and green light.  The screen represents one of the most expensive pieces of outdoor advertisement, and at the time it was installed, it cost more than $2.5 million for four weeks.

Another huge digital billboard in the U.S. is the 65-foot-tall and 320-foot-long sign at Harmon Avenue and Las Vegas Boulevard in Las Vegas.  The billboard serves as a display for high-definition advertisements and special events, and has an ultra-high pixel count of 7K or 7,360 by 1,440 pixels.

LightSources and our affiliated companies are among the leading light bulb manufacturers in the world. As part of our group, Voltarc Technologies Inc. is a recognized leader in the signage industry and architectural lighting and the leading manufacturer of fluorescent and neon sign lighting components and specialty fluorescent lamps.

LightSources and our affiliated companies represent the leading high-tech designers and manufacturers in the lamp industry today. Our products are used world-wide in a multitude of applications and industries such as our UV air treatment systems that provide industries a way to disinfect and improve the quality of air without the need for toxic chemicals.   Please contact us to learn more about our broad range of standard and custom lighting solutions.

Early Neon Signs

Many of us are old enough to still remember when classic neon signs were a common sight throughout our city’s landscapes.  Although used worldwide, neon signs were very popular in the U.S. starting from the early 1920s to around 1960.  In fact New York City’s Time Square was the site of some of the world's most famous neon signs of which many were designed by Douglas Leigh, a pioneer in outdoor signage.  As a testament to the widespread use of the signs in the U.S., by 1940 there were almost 2,000 shops producing neon signs.

Neon signs consist of electric lights made from long, luminous gas-discharge tubes filled with rarefied neon or other gases.  Wikipedia explains that, “Neon lights are a type of cold cathode gas-discharge light.”  The sealed glass tube has metal electrodes on each end and is filled with several different types of gases at low pressure.  When electric volts are sent to the electrodes, the gas in the tube ionizes and emits colored light.  In order to produce various colors of light, a mix of different gases and chemicals are used such as: hydrogen (red), helium (yellow), carbon dioxide (white), and mercury (blue).

Probably one of the reasons why neon signage went out of style was due to the nature of its labor intensive, customized production process.  Since the signs are almost an art form to produce, were it not for the fact that the neon signs had such a long lifespan; it would not have been economically feasible even back then to produce the signs.  With the decline of the industry, many cities are now making efforts to preserve and restore the antique signs. 

Today, Voltarc Technologies Inc., which is a part of the LightSources group, is one of the most recognized leaders in the signage industry and architectural lighting.  Our highly customized and standard products include fluorescent sign lamps, neon tubing, long lamps, U-lamps, and our unique cup-cathode construction that provides unsurpassed electrical life to the TriLight Max Series of fluorescent lamps.

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.

Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neon_sign

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