UV-C: A proven technology for sterilization and purification

Globalization and increased travel brings more attention to global public health. Many scientific research institutions and pharmaceutical enterprises are working hard on providing solutions for tackling such challenges.

UV-C radiation generated by high-energy UV-C lamps moves at a wavelength range between 200 – 280nm, which is very versatile and can be used for disinfecting water, destroying harmful micro-organisms in other liquids, on surfaces, on food products and in air. With UV-C technology it is possible to destroy more than 99.9% of all pathogens within seconds, without addition of chemicals, without harmful side effects, and an inexpensive solution that is highly efficient and reliable.

UV-C can destroy most of microorganisms

The cell nucleus of micro-organisms (bacteria and virus) contains thymine, a chemical element of the DNA/RNA. This element absorbs UV-C lightat a specific wavelength of 253.7 nm and changes to such an extent (formation of thymine dimers) that the cell is no longer capable of multiplying and surviving.

• UV-C (253.7nm) penetrates the cell wall of the micro-organism
• The high energy photons of the UV-C are absorbed by the cell proteins and DNA/RNA
• UV-C damages the protein structure causing metabolic disruption
• DNA/RNA is chemically altered so organisms can no longer replicate
• Because microorganisms are now unable to metabolize or replicate, the UV-C light has effectively and safely sanitized the UV-C workspace area.