UV Water Sterilization Trends and Suppliers

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a powerful energy from the sun that emits germ killing, disinfectant wavelengths. UVC germicidal lamps replicate specific wavelengths of UV radiation to provide effective and efficient sterilization in many water, surface and air disinfection applications.  UVC water sterilization is utilized worldwide and is expected to increase in high-volume applications such as:

• Municipal drinking water systems
• Wastewater treatment plants
• Ballast water treatment systems in ships
• Many industrial water sterilization processes

Due to the continued growth and industrialization and emerging economies, specifically in the Asia-Pacific region such as China and India, there is an increasing need for clean water.  Manufacturing facilities, specifically in the oil and gas and chemical industries produce large volumes of wastewater. This wastewater must be treated to prevent significant environmental contamination into groundwater and fresh bodies of water.

There is an increase in private and governmental organizations investing into UV water sterilization systems to provide safe drinking water for communities while protecting the environment. 

US EPA Approved UV Water Sterilization for Drinking Water

UV light is an approved method of water sterilization for municipal drinking water systems by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, providing effective inactivation of pathogens. UV sterilization can also be used in a physical process of oxidation when combined with hydrogen peroxide. This water disinfection process does not require the use of any additional chemicals and is highly effective at eliminating harmful germs and microorganisms.

The many advantages of UV water sterilization include:

• A high rate of effectiveness
• Environmentally friendly with no chemicals
• Easy installation
• Ease-of-use with little to no maintenance

Due to these many advantages with effective and efficient water sterilization, UV germicidal lamp suppliers are expected to supply a steady and increasing demand.

UVC Germicidal Lamp Suppliers

UVC germicidal lamp suppliers must continue to invest in research and development to meet high demands with improved energy efficiency and cost effective solutions. LightSources is a recognized global authority in ultraviolet technology, providing a wide range of UVC germicidal lamps found in many industries worldwide. We continually offer innovative, first to market UV sterilization solutions to meet market demands.


The LightSources Group is a leading global supplier of UV lamps and components, offering a vast product line as well as custom designed solutions. We offer high-tech lamp design and development to meet specific requirements. Contact us to learn more and to ensure a highly effective, cost-efficient UV water sterilization process.

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.

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.

High Tech Specialty Fluorescent Lamp Technology

High Tech Specialty Fluorescent Lamp Technology

Specialty fluorescent lamp technology is required in many applications around the globe. Miniature fluorescent lamps are used in a wide range of industries such as:

• Interior lighting for automobiles
• Avionic display lighting
• Aerospace lighting and display
• Computer and electronics backlighting
• Fluorescent lamps used in architectural design
• Lighting for businesses, warehouses and many commercial industries

LCD Lighting (LCDL) is a valued partner company to the LightSources Group, offering specialty fluorescent lamps in these applications and many others. The LightSources Group consists of the most skilled and advanced lamp designers and manufacturers available. LCDL shares the same commitment to quality and continual improvement, providing innovative lamp solutions which deliver high-performance with long-lasting effectiveness.

Innovative Lamp Solutions with Proprietary Technology

Painstaking research and development combined with in-depth expertise allows LCDL to offer patented lighting solutions developed with proprietary technology.  Innovative, proprietary products which are proven to deliver longer lasting, effective performance and cost savings include:

• Long-Life™
• Ultra-Bright™
• Robo-Bend
• High CRI (color rendering index)

Long-Life™ Fluorescent Lamp Technology

Long-Life™ lamp technology is proven to provide longer-lasting effective performance over comparable fluorescent lamps with up to 60,000 hours, or nearly 7 years, of reliable performance.  Long-Life™ technology outperforms comparable T8 and T5 lamps which significantly reduces lighting and maintenance expenses.

Ultra-Bright™

Ultra-Bright provides twice the amount of lumens / watts for greater visual enhancement in many manufacturing and industrial processes.  Ultra-Bright delivers brighter, uniform and longer-lasting lighting manufactured with advanced materials.

Robo-Bend

Robo-Bend is a unique, innovative lighting solution which allows bending of 8 or 9 mm serpentine cold or hot cathode lamps. This provides significant energy efficiency savings and reduces power loss.

High CRI (Color Rendering Index)

LCDL has developed innovative lamp technology with rare earth tri-phosphors which achieves more natural colors than has been achievable by other lamp manufacturers.

The LightSources Group and LCD Lighting deliver the most innovative, high-tech lamps and lighting solutions available. We deliver longer-lasting, high-performance lamps which provide significant cost savings. Contact us to speak with an engineer about our innovative lighting solutions and specialty fluorescent lamps.

Ballast Water Management Requirements and Treatment Systems

Ballast water treatment systems which meet US Coast Guard approval are now required on all ships traveling through international water.  The Ballast Water Management Convention was adopted in 2004 in an effort to control the spread of invasive aquatic species. With the continual increase in international trade and the practice of most ships using ballast water in their hulls, contaminated ballast water is causing bio invasions with the introduction of harmful, new invasive species which devastate foreign ports.

Contaminated ballast water is seen as one of the greatest threats to the sustainability of the planet’s oceans. The most recent global enforcement of the Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC) took effect September 8, 2017 and affects all ships traveling through international waters.  This is a landmark step towards halting the spread of harmful invasive species which cause substantial economic loss and affect the biodiversity of natural aquatic habitats.

The BWMC enforces standards for all vessels to maintain a ballast water treatment system with all ships required to carry a record book with an international ballast water management certificate.  Ultraviolet (UV) water treatment systems meet the BWMC requirements, US Coast Guard approval and provide many advantages.

Advantages of UV Ballast Water Treatment Methods

UV ballast water treatment systems harness the power of UVC radiation which is proven effective at eradicating harmful microorganisms yet is completely safe to humans.  UV germicidal lamps emit wavelengths at an effective 254 nm which instantly kills viruses, bacteria and harmful aquatic organisms.  There are many benefits with UV sterilization systems such as highly effective germ killing power and long-lasting effectiveness with little to no maintenance.

The LightSources Group offers UVC germicidal lamps proven in demanding water treatment applications. We provide UV germicidal solutions for water treatment and air treatment systems. Our lamps are proven to outperform comparable products with maximum energy efficiency and long-lasting effectiveness.

LightSources is a leading global supplier of UV germicidal lamps used in a wide range of sterilization applications. We offer custom designed solutions for water treatment and air treatment systems. Contact us to speak with an engineer and learn more about the most effective UV lamps for ballast water treatment systems.

Industrial Air Purification Solutions

Industrial air purification systems are becoming more and more popular in many commercial and industrial applications which produce contaminants and pollutants in the air. Business and building owners realize the benefit of providing clean and healthy air to employees and customers while maintaining air emission regulations. Ultraviolet (UV) air purification systems are proven to be highly effective, cost-efficient with easy maintenance and safe with no hazardous byproducts.

UV radiation is found in many germicidal applications recognized for effective, instant germ killing properties. UV light is used in water sterilization applications such as waste water and sewage treatment in municipalities, aquaculture and dozens of water purification processes. UV air purification systems are proven to clean, purify and sterilized air to remove harmful contaminants produced from a wide variety of industrial and manufacturing processes.

UVC germicidal air purification technology offers industrial manufacturers affordable solutions to meet air purification requirements. UVC ozone generating lamps also remove foul odors from the air. Applications which produce toxic chemicals and byproducts such as manufacturing of rubber or plastics, surface treatment applications and printing processes rely upon UV air purification systems for effective and cost-efficient air sterilization.

LightSources Offers Industrial UV Air Purification Lamps

LightSources in the United States and LightTech in Europe offers solutions with expert, custom design and full OEM support of industrial UV lamps. We are the leading supplier of UVC germicidal lamps on worldwide in sterilization and purification processes. Our skilled engineers possess in-depth knowledge of UV radiation and how to harness the right amount and wavelength for your application.

We offer low-pressure Mercury lamps and low pressure Amalgam lamps developed with proprietary technology for longer-lasting effectiveness over comparable products. The LightSources Group delivers first to market solutions for more effective, cost-efficient UV lamps solutions. We support OEMs large and small with standard or custom designed UV lamps to meet your air purification needs and safely reduce or eliminate harmful industrial exhausts, solvents and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

LightSources and LightTech are recognized as a leading global authority on UV radiation and UV lamp design.  We offer a wide range of products, full customer support and custom designed solutions. Contact us to learn how you can improve your UV application with longer-lasting, cost-efficient UVC germicidal lamps.

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.

Does UV Light Help Eczema?

Eczema is an irritating skin condition which causes dry, itchy patches of skin as the most common symptom in all types of eczema. Some people have moderate to severe cases with swelling and rough scaly patches of skin which can be made worse by scratching. Topical treatments provide relief to some people suffering with eczema although it may not fully ward off all of the irritating symptoms.
UV light is proven to be an effective treatment that helps many people suffering with eczema. Light therapy, also known as phototherapy, should be administered by a physician with the proper type of phototherapy lamp.  The narrow band UVB wavelengths is the most common type of UV light used to treat eczema, which replicates UVB rays in natural sunlight.

People that notice relief from eczema in the summertime are more likely to notice benefit from phototherapy. UVA light is also used with a medication called psoralen in a treatment called PUVA, which was also be administered under a doctor’s care. Phototherapy has been proven to provide relief of many symptoms for eczema such as:

• Reducing inflammation
• Reducing itchy skin
• Improving bacteria fighting systems
• Increasing vitamin D

Phototherapy is proven to help about 70% of the people suffering with eczema and is used on localized locations such as the feet and hands or all over the body.  It is important to be consistent with UV light treatment, as most people do not realize an improvement for one to two months. Many people find however that the benefits of phototherapy put their eczema in a quiet state of remittance which lasts long after UV phototherapy ends.

UV Phototherapy Lamps for Eczema

The LightSources Group is a leading manufacturer of UV lamps and lighting solutions including phototherapy lamps designed to treat many medical conditions.  Our engineers possess in-depth knowledge of UV radiation and technology, developing highly effective phototherapy and UVC germicidal lamps. We support OEMs large and small with phototherapy lamps to treat eczema, psoriasis, acne, vitiligo, and mood disorders such as depression and seasonal affective depression (SAD).

LightSources offers a wide selection of UV germicidal lamps proven worldwide and air and water sterilization applications. We offer patented products developed from the most high-tech lamp designers available, proven to outperform comparable lamps. Contact us to learn more about our UV lamp and lighting solutions including phototherapy lamps.

Improve Tanning Results with Innovative Lamp Technology

The LightSources Group is recognized worldwide for providing innovative lamp technology, offering many proprietary tanning lamp products which deliver long lasting, high performance. LightSources and our valued European partner, LightTech, deliver first to market cutting edge lamp technology. We were one of the first to introduce varying strengths in tanning lamp technology ranging from 2.6 UVB to 9.5 UVB, providing the right strength for tanning different skin tones. 

LightSources provides salon professionals with the opportunity to increase market share with customized tanning lamps featuring your own logo and customized bases and sockets. Increase brand awareness with specially developed UV lamps from lighting engineers with an in-depth knowledge of UV technology. 

We offer the following tanning lamp technology developed for long lasting, high performance: 

        A-Power™ - this innovative lamp technology harnesses the power of UVA and UVB rays at just the right wavelength (measured in nanometers) to deliver a darker tan. This innovative low-pressure lamp technology delivers the effects of a high-pressure lamp providing longer lasting tanning effects. 

        Peak2 Technology® - this cutting edge, proprietary technology delivers a natural and even tan all over by balancing UVA and UVB emissions into one specially designed phosphor blend. Peak2Technolgy delivers dual spectral peaks with maximum tanning effects. 

        SolGlass® - this unique phosphor blend combines narrowband UVA emissions with short wave UVB wavelengths which provides maximum pigmentation available. Our proprietary phosphor blend is developed with high-tech engineering and vast knowledge of UV technology. 

        Multitone™ - developed to provide a natural and even tan without the high-pressure facial units which can be harsh on some skin types. 

The LightSources Group continually provides innovative, cutting edge lamp and lighting solutions developed from a commitment to continual improvement. Our research and development sets the industry standard for high performance lamps with energy saving emissions. We provide the widest selection available of fluorescent and UV lamps with custom designed options available from our experienced engineers. We deliver high performing UVC germicidal lamps used in surface, air and water treatment applications worldwide. 

The LightSources Group sets the industry standard among high-tech lamp manufacturers. We provide a wide range of lamp and lighting solutions including specialized tanning lamps with OEM oriented solutions. Contact us today to learn more about our wide selection and custom options of specialty tanning lamps.

Get Your Tanning Beds Ready for Spring Breakers

With spring break right around the corner, people are flocking to warm destinations with beaches and sunshine and wanting to arrive already looking sun-kissed and tan.  Get your tanning beds ready with high-performing tanning lamps that incorporate the latest innovative technology. Improve the satisfaction of your clientele and your business operating results with the best tanning lamps available on the market today

LightSources Offers High Quality Tanning Bed Lamps

LightSources is the pioneer in developing tanning lamp technology, providing high-quality, high-performing and long-lasting lamps.  LightSources, along with our European partner, LightTech, were one of the first lamp producers to provide tanning lamps with a range of UV exposure from 2.6 UVB to 9.5 UVB.  Offering tanning customers lamps with preferences to their particular skin type gives better tanning results.

LightSources and LightTech are committed to research and development to continually deliver lighting solutions that offer greater energy efficiency with longer lasing, high performing lamps. 

Patented and Proprietary tanning lamp solutions offered by LightSources include:

SolGlass® - Narrow band UVA delivers immediate pigmentation for quick results while short-wave UVB provides pigmentation that lasts.  This combination of our proprietary phosphor blends incorporates high-tech design with new glass technology.  SolGlass offers dramatic improvements in tanning lamps with open glass technology that facilitates more effective UV transmission promoting improved tanning effects.

A-Power™ - Truly extraordinary tanning effects are possible when combining UVA with a strong peak of UVB for long lasting tanning results.  Our A-Power lamps deliver effects typical of a high pressure tanning lamp in a low-pressure model. 

Peak2 Technology® - Dual spectral peaks with UVA and UVB output is balanced within one phosphor to provide maximum coloring effects.

Multitone™ -  Achieve even and natural tanning without harsh effects from facial units with Multitone technology. 

LightSources is recognized for delivering innovative technology to the lamp and lighting industry, with customized solutions available.  We help you to develop your own patented products to raise your own brand awareness.  Our valued partner, Cerlux, offers customized bases in any color or can even match your logo color to improve your market share.

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, specializing in tanning lamps that offer patent-protected, OEM-oriented solutions.  Please contact us to learn more about our vast selection of specialty custom and standard lamps.

Learn the Healing Benefits of Phototherapy

Fluorescent lighting is used worldwide to provide healing benefits for a number of various medical ailments.   Treatment with light is called phototherapy, and is very effective to treat many conditions.

Skin Conditions Treated with Phototherapy

The use of phototherapy to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis is endorsed by the National Psoriasis Foundation when treated under a doctor’s care.  Indoor tanning beds are not the same as phototherapy for psoriasis as they do not emit the same UV light as prescribed by a doctor. 

Ultraviolet light in the UVB range provides the most effective treatment for psoriasis.  Patients are often sent home with a special treatment lamp to receive the proper amount of UVB rays.  This is effective by slowing down production of new skin cells and allows the area to heal.

Ultraviolet light is also effective at treating many other skin conditions such as acne and eczema, and reduces the symptoms of inflamed and itchy skin. 

UV Light Provides Phototherapy to Treat Jaundice

Jaundice is most common in newborn babies and occurs when the liver does not break down toxins as a fully functioning liver would.  UV light is effective at breaking down bilirubin and new parents can be sent home with these ‘bili’ lights to nurture their baby’s liver into a fully functioning state. 

Diabetes Improved with Light Therapy

People suffering from diabetes can benefit greatly from phototherapy.  Ultraviolet light is highly effective at aiding would healing by killing bacteria and fighting infection.  UV light is also used to treat diabetic retinopathy, a serious eye condition that is the leading cause of blindness in people between the ages of 20 and 64.  Diabetic Retinopathy damages the retina in 80% of diabetics that have had diabetes for more than 20 years. 

The good news is that this is preventable if treated early.  Phototherapy lessens the progression of this disease in 90% of all cases. 

Depression and Mood Disorders Benefit from Phototherapy

People suffering from depression and mood disorders benefit greatly from phototherapy.  Exposure to UV light enhances the mood of those suffering from seasonal affective disorder when the daylight hours are lessened during winter months.  People often feel better within one week of treatment.  Consistency is key for phototherapy to be effective at treating mood disorders. 

Find Proven Phototherapy Solutions from LightSources

The LightSources group provides proven solutions for phototherapy treatment, with decades of experience in ultraviolet radiation we know the right solution for the right application.  LightSources offers UV lamps for existing light therapy equipment and we can manufacture custom lamps designed specifically for your application. 

LightSources in the U.S. and our strategic European partner, LightTech, represent the leading high-tech lamp designers and manufactures in the lamp industry today.  Our lamp and lighting products are used worldwide in a multitude of applications including phototherapy with proprietary technology and patented products.  We invite you to contact us today to learn more about our wide selection of phototherapy lamps. 

What is CRI and How It Can Benefit You?

CRI is a term used in the lighting industry and stands for Color Rendering Index, which is a rating scale used to measure the effectiveness of a light source to render colors when compared to natural daylight.  Natural Daylight has a CRI of 100, which is the highest score available.  A lower CRI of 50 or less indicates that the source of light is not conducive to rendering colors very well.  In fluorescent lighting, a CRI rating of 80 to 95 is an excellent rating of color rendering ability. 

Industry Uses of Excellent CRI

Using the right lighting in your business can render great rewards, in terms displaying your products in a better and more appealing light.  Knowing the CRI of your light source will benefit your business, and your customer satisfaction.

If you own a jewelry store, you would want your jewels, diamonds, gold and silver displayed with lighting that provides a high quality of color rendering, and registers high on the CRI scale.  A high-quality light with an elevated CRI rating will really bounce light off of your diamonds and allow the flashy colors to show through, pleasing your customers and enticing a purchase. 

A favorable CRI index rating is also quite desirable in the clothing industry, improving the appearance of displays allowing vibrant colors to show through.   The restaurant and food industries also benefit from a high CRI index, as showcasing healthy red meats or desirable desserts influences a consumer’s choice when ordering their meal. 

As you can see, the effectiveness of your lighting plays a big role in the success of your business. 

LCD Lighting Provides Enhanced CRI Index Lighting

LCD Lighting, (LCDL), is a leading specialty lamp designer and a valued partner to the LightSources group.   LCDL conducts continual research and development, with proprietary color rendering index technology that contains additional rare-Earth phosphors that let the natural light through to reveal true colors. 

LCDL and LightSources can help you to choose an existing phosphor blend or we can develop a custom blend specific to your needs.

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.

Phototherapy Promotes Healing for Skin Disorders

Light Therapy, also known as Phototherapy, is recognized world-wide for providing many health benefits for a wide variety of medical conditions.  Phototherapy is most often provided in fluorescent light, emitted at specific wavelengths to treat specific conditions.

Phototherapy for Skin Conditions

One of the most common conditions treated with phototherapy is jaundice in newborn babies.  Babies are born with a certain degree of jaundice, which occurs when toxins in the body are not broken down completely by the liver.  This causes a yellowing of the whites of the eyes and the skin, as toxins build up in the body.  Bilirubin is a yellow compound that is usually broken down by the liver, but when jaundice occurs and babies need help, shortwave UV light is used to breakdown the bilirubin. 

These lights are called “bili lights”, and are highly effective when exposed to bare skin. Babies are placed under UV lights with nothing but a diaper for maximum exposure.  Specific lighting can be sent home with parents with instructions to use for a specified period of time.   

Psoriasis and Skin Disorders Treated with Phototherapy

Light therapy is proven effective with healing many skin disorders and especially for people suffering from psoriasis, acne and eczema.   Exposure to UV light from UVA and UVB lamps is proven to decelerate the growth of skin cells and aid healing to those suffering with psoriasis.  UV light is also used to treat eczema which is an inflammatory condition caused from an overactive immune system.  Exposure to fluorescent lamps suppress the immune system and reduce inflamed, swollen and itchy skin. 

Acne is a result of bacteria in the skin causing inflammation in the form of a pimple when the immune system attacks the bacteria.  Red and blue light therapy in wavelengths of 600 – 700 nanometer (nm) is combined to treat acne with successful results.  Red Light therapy is proven to sooth inflammation and stimulate cell growth to promote healing and regeneration.  Blue light at 415 nm is most effective at killing bacteria, preventing breakouts from acne.

For the best UV light phototherapy treatment for specific conditions, contact the LightSources group to speak with a knowledgeable engineer on the best treatment for you. 

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, phototherapy lighting solutions.

TriLight Max™ for Long Lasting Fluorescent Bulbs

LightSources is pleased to offer cutting edge lighting technology in fluorescent lamps from our strategic partner, Voltarc.  Voltarc is a leading supplier of fluorescent lighting solutions for use in a wide variety of lighted signs.  Voltarc creates dazzling lighted signs in any size or shape with superior lamp technology for long lasting high performance. 

Voltarc continually conducts research and development to deliver innovative lighting solutions such as LongLife™ and TriLight Max™ for long lasting high-performance fluorescent lamps. TriLight Max lamps are proven to last substantially longer than standard bulbs, in T8 and T12 specialty fluorescent lamps.

TriLight Max T8 HO lamps by Voltarc last six times longer than standard lamps with 60,000 hours estimated useful life.   T12 TriLight Max lamps by Voltarc are proven to last up to five times the standard lamps with an estimated useful life of 50,000 hours.  LongLife Technology combined with TriLight Max lamps provides hassle-free maintenance as you will rarely have to change bulbs. 

Exceptionally vibrant colors are a result of unique tri-band phosphors, with high-performance lumen output throughout and up to end of product life span.  TriLight Max lamps are compatible with various systems, making them easy to install and maintain.  TriLight Max lamps with LongLife Technology are available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes including Tufbend U-bend style, and extra-long lamps. 

For long lasting, high-performing fluorescent lamps and lighted sign solutions, contact the LightSources group to speak with a knowledgeable engineer.  We can answer all your questions, and help custom design a lighting solution specific to your process.  

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.

High Quality Fluorescent Backlighting Solutions

Fluorescent lighting is a technology used in a multitude of lighting solutions in consumer, commercial and industrial applications.  Fluorescent lamps are also the chosen technology for critical applications such as liquid crystal displays (LCDs), active matrix liquid crystal displays (AMLCDs) and avionic displays in aircraft and space programs. 

When you require long lasting, high-quality and high-performance back lightingsolutions, you need to make only one call to the LightSources group.  We employ knowledgeable engineers with vast experience in developing lighting solutions for demanding applications including those used in Boeing 777 jets, military and defense aircraft systems and the US Space Program.  Our miniature backlighting solutions are found in the majority of private jet aircrafts around the world. 

Our valued partner, LCD Lighting (LCDL), manufactures hot-cathode and cold-cathode lamps with proprietary engineering technology.  LCDL is a precision manufacturer of avionic lamps for critical backlighting applications, with more than 30 years of experience.  LCDL manufactures bright and vibrant lighting with long lasting high-performance and uniform lumen output.  

LCDL performs precision craftsmanship and glass bending to form serpentines, circles, bent, straight or interlocking lamp pairs.  Our hot-cathode fluorescent lamps (HCFL) range in size from 6mm to 20mm, and cold-cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFL) range from 2mm to 20mm in diameter. 

AMLCD Backlighting Technology

AMLCD lighting is used in a multitude of optical lighting solutions including filters, diffusers, reflective plates and housings.  AMLCD technology is also used in thermal management and electrical power supply systems.   

LightSources is proud to be a valued supplier to our National Defense and NASA Aerospace programs.  We understand the importance of receiving quality product, on-time, and to your specification.  Be sure to contact LightSources for all your backlighting solutions, including avionic displays used in our military and national defense programs, commercial Boeing Jets, and private jets used around the world. 

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 avionic display backlighting that is part of the National Defense and US Space Program.  Please contact us to learn more about our extensive selection of lamps.

Long Lasting Superior Miniature Fluorescent Lighting

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

Hot-Cathode Fluorescent Lamps

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

Cold-Cathode Fluorescent Lamps

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

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

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