Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is widely used across industry, healthcare, laboratories, manufacturing, and research. Yet despite being well understood scientifically, UV exposure remains one of the most consistently underestimated workplace hazards. Many organisations assume UV only becomes a concern after an incident. In reality, both UK regulation and enforcement practice place the duty firmly on anticipating …
Artificial ultraviolet (UV) lighting is used in a wide range of industries and applications, from disinfection and inspection processes to curing and bonding. Like many industrial tools, UV lamps are easy to purchase from a variety of manufacturers and suppliers. However, just because they are readily available does not mean they are risk-free. Unlike hazards …
UV light can be found throughout most workplaces, used for a range of inspection, disinfection and curing applications. And while some exposure to natural UV light has health benefits like vitamin D production, overexposure from both natural and artificial sources can harm both your skin and eyes. To help protect workers, there statutory exposure limits …
Fluorescent inspection is a critical step in industries such as aerospace, automotive, manufacturing for non-destructive testing (NDT) and quality assurance. A high-quality UV torch provides reliable illumination at the correct wavelength (UV-A, 365 nm), ensuring fluorescent dyes and penetrants can be seen clearly. In this guide, we’ll look at what makes a UV inspection torch …
Today (18/06/25) I carried out some UV light hazard measurements in my back garden, with the temperature sitting at a pleasant 24°C. After weighting the results to the actinic hazard curve and applying the necessary correction factors, I found that the potential for overexposure to UV radiation on unprotected skin could exceed statutory workplace exposure …
Ultraviolet (UV) light is a powerful tool used in various industries, from fluorescent inspection in aerospace, insect control in food and healthcare settings, and disinfection in medical environments. However, the wavelength of UV light plays a pivotal role in both its effectiveness and safety. Using the wrong UV light tubes can lead to process failures, …
In aerospace non-destructive testing (NDT), ultraviolet (UV) inspection lamps are critical for detecting defects in materials and components through fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI) and magnetic particle inspection (MPI). Traditionally, high-intensity discharge (HID) and fluorescent tube lamps have been the standard, but these technologies, which rely on mercury-based systems, are rapidly being overtaken by modern LED-based …
UV light technology for improved quality and efficiency Ultraviolet (UV) light technology has emerged as a game-changer across a wide range of industries, thanks to its powerful applications in inspection, disinfection, and curing. As innovation accelerates, more sectors are adopting UV solutions to improve quality control, enhance safety, and streamline operations. In this post, we …
In an age where hygiene, cleanliness and infection control are more crucial than ever, ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) using UV-C light has offers a reliable, chemical-free method to disinfect air, water, and surfaces. UV-C light, typically emitted at a wavelength of 254 nanometers, disrupts the DNA or RNA of microorganisms, rendering them inactive and unable …
Recently, we had the opportunity to visit a company in South Yorkshire operating 6 x 400W UV-A lamps for their fluorescent inspection process. They were understandably frustrated with the high cost and limited availability of replacement bulbs (each costing around £80 and needing replacement every 500 hours of use). These frequent replacements, combined with the …
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