Many industries such as healthcare are realizing the benefits of protecting patients and preventing infection with UV light disinfection in hospitals. Ultraviolet light has powerful germicidal properties in the UVC range, specifically at 254nm wavelength. UV light is electromagnetic radiation emitted by the sun in long wave UVA, medium wave UVB and short wave UVC radiation, which is completely absorbed by the ozone layer.

UV lamp manufacturers are able to create UVC radiation with germicidal lamps which are proven to have powerful disinfection properties. UVC lamps are used in many applications such as water, air and surface applications to sterilize and disinfect by quickly eliminating many viruses and bacteria.

UVC radiation emitted by UV germicidal lamps penetrates the cells of microorganisms making them non-viable and unable to reproduce or infect patients. UVC germicidal lamps are increasing in use especially in healthcare settings and hospitals, providing additional protection against infection and transmission of super bugs.