How UV Light Keeps Kitchens Clean
Ultraviolet (UV) is a powerful disinfectant used in many applications to sterilize water, air and surfaces. High intensity UV lamps eliminate harmful pathogens and break down volatile organic compounds (VOCs). UV radiation in the wavelength of UVC ultraviolet light is highly effective at eradicating bacteria, viruses, mold, mildew and can even break down grease buildup. UVC germicidal lamps are being used in many residential, industrial and commercial applications such as restaurants and kitchens.
UVC germicidal lamps can help to keep restaurants and kitchens clean in many areas such as:
UV air purification for healthy air in eating areas
UV surface sterilization over food preparation areas
UV lamps prevent mold and mildew in walk-in freezers
UV food irradiation to prevent foodborne illnesses
UV lamps in kitchen exhaust to prevent grease buildup
Commercial kitchens utilizing UV germicidal lamps in kitchen hood exhaust systems experience cleaner kitchen exhaust without grease buildup which also reduces the risk of kitchen grease fires. Kitchen hood exhausts with UVC lamps provide low-maintenance, self-cleaning technology to help restaurant owners provide a cleaner and safer kitchen and to meet stringent health department code regulations.
How UV Lamps Eliminate Grease Buildup
UV lamps eliminate grease buildup through a chemical reaction called photolysis and ozonolysis. Photolysis, or photodissociation, occurs when photons break down oxygen molecules to oxygen atoms, which combine with remaining oxygen molecules to form ozone. Ozone causes a reaction with the organic compounds found in the grease through a process called ozonolysis. Ozonolysis forms byproducts which are easier to clean and reduces grease deposits and buildup in kitchen hood exhaust and duct systems.
LightSources Offers UVC Lamps for Commercial Kitchen Sterilization
LightSources and LightTech lead the UV germicidal lamp industry with a wide selection of high-performance UV sterilization lamps. We offer low pressure mercury lamps, amalgam lamps, medium pressure UV lamps, as well as custom and specialty UV lamp solutions. Our lighting engineers possess deep technical knowledge of UV radiation and technology, offering custom phosphor blends to meet your specific disinfection requirements.
LightSources is a leading global supplier of UVC germicidal lamps engineered with proprietary UV technology. Our LongLife+ extends lamp life to outlast and outperform comparable lamps while Shatter ProTech provides shatterproof technology to prevent mercury contamination and increase safety. Contact us to learn more about our UV sterilization solutions for commercial kitchens and restaurants.