How Dust Affects Your Indoor Air Quality and Allergies
Between winter ailments and the pollen of spring, this is the time of year when many people start to think about what’s in the air they breathe...
Between winter ailments and the pollen of spring, this is the time of year when many people start to think about what’s in the air they breathe...
What are VOCs VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) refers to manufactured chemicals emitted from solid or liquid products in a gaseous state...
What usually comes to mind when people think about air quality is the quality of air in their town, city, or state. However, indoor air quality is equally important, and for some folks, more significant. Many biological contaminants can affect the air quality in your office, school, or home. One of the primary reasons to be concerned about these biological contaminants is how quickly some of them can increase, reducing the quality of the air you breathe and adversely affecting your health. According to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology, between 10 and 30% of people worldwide suffer from allergic...
The need of the hour is to be safe. Whether it is your home, airport, hospital facility, or workplace, studies show it is not enough to just wear masks and follow the norms of social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID. This has made everything a little difficult, especially for business travelers who need to travel to distant places and stay in hotels and rental apartments. However, to make all guests feel safe and comfortable, several hotels are using modern disinfection methods like UVC sanitizing to ensure a cleaner and germ-free environment - let’s explore how and why. Use of UVC...
How to Use a UVC Germicidal Lamp Safely When it comes to creating and maintaining a hygienic environment, there is no better option than UVC germicidal lamps. It is one of the most effective ways to sanitize the environment and high-touch surfaces with ease. It is chemical-free, environment friendly, and it can disinfect your home, offices, and commercial setups with minimal efforts. Looking at such wide-sweeping benefits and the ever-increasing demand for UVC light, its safety is also a concern. Although safe, the germicidal lamp is still to be used cautiously to reap maximum benefits. It is crucial to protect...
With the ability to kill a high percentage of germs, the UV light for disinfection is gradually becoming an essential hygiene practice for both domestic and commercial settings. People are using UVC germicidal lamps to mitigate the risk of catching infections and create a safer living environment. Another product, UVC portable wand, is also getting a lot of recognition as a quick and non-toxic germ control solution. For those who are new to the concept of UV light devices, let us explain. Ultraviolet light is a form of electronic radiation with shorter wavelengths than the visible regions. It is the safest...
Let's Shine Some Light on UV-C "That sounds like some sort of spaceship technology" -My Grandmother UV-C light might sound like something out of a science-fiction movie, but it's something that's been used for a long time since even before my grandmother was born. It's been around since the 1800s. It's used in your hospitals for high sterilization levels to reduce the risk of infection, and your produce providers use it to clean fruit before it gets to market and even water treatment facilities around the planet. And now it's growing in popularity among disinfectants. It's outpacing other disinfection methods 2-to-1. It's...
Everything You Should Know About Using a UV Lamp in the Kitchen COVID-19 is all we can think and talk about these days. This 2020 pandemic has changed our way of life and has made us realize the importance of creating safe and germ-free living spaces. The virus situation has brought with it the essential need to sterilize or disinfect every little thing around us. The kitchen is one of the most vulnerable spots in the home with all the groceries stored. Hence, sterilization in the kitchen is crucial. Again, you have to be extra cautious to avoid using chemicals....
Ken Korell is a cancer survivor turned certified personal trainer who works with immune-compromised cancer patients after treatment to aid in recovery. Ken's mobile gym is derived from his clients' need for an exclusive, isolated space that reduces the risk of pathogenic transmission found in traditional gyms, large public spaces, groups, and gatherings. With COVID, Ken knew he needed another method to increase and assure the health and safety of his clients. After much diligence, Ken reached out to SmartUV regarding the Apollo UVC lamp, eager to test and add this disinfection tool to his mobile gyms sanitation protocol. Now...
H.Y.P Studio is a premiere Hot Yoga and Pilates studio dedicated to functional wellness and health with two locations residing in the greater boston area. After their initial Covid closure HYP Studio adapted their health and safety protocol to ensure the safety of their community and teachers before being given the phase 3 green light. “Safety has historically been, & forever remains, H.Y.Ps true north.” Centering their pledge HYP Studio launched a small group of indoor class series, in a yoga studio fully reconfigured for optimum safety, per Massachusetts’ Covid guidelines for fitness facilities. Of the many additions to...
We have all learned about germs the hard way - common colds, stomach infections, the flu, and the like. It is an underrated fact about germs that exist on every surface imaginable, and everything tangible is vulnerable. For humans, the most important thing is the body. Your body's immunity protects you against most germs, but some remain persistent, becoming challenging to neutralize with drugs or other treatment. The only feasible option is knowing what kinds of diseases these infectious agents can cause and what can be done to disinfect spaces you might encounter. For starters, it's always wise to stick with...
Maui Westside Properties is a family-owned and run boutique luxury vacation rental and property management company specializing in Maui’s beautiful Westside. Their goal has always been and still is "to make sure you have the best trip possible.” To keep this commitment Maui Westside Properties developed a health and safety protocol called the “Ohana Safe Clean Program”. This new program ensures that Maui Westside Properties is not only meeting but exceeding the current CDC guidelines to help keep families safe. Maui Westside Properties is monitoring the CDC recommendations daily and is continually looking for additional steps to ensure the safety of our...
The Concordia The Concordia has a long history within Washington D.C.First built in 1966 and then rebuilt in 2013. It is committed to the highest green principles in the nation - as per the Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) certification. Being environmentally friendly is a core value.The Concordia is a staple of the city, it has the highest standards, not only for service but also for cleanliness and sanitation.The Concordia uses our UV-C technology as a chemical-free & eco-friendly solution to disinfection and sanitize to the highest degree for all their guests.As an environmentally-minded hotel, UV-C was a...
Norristown Area Norristown Area School District reached out to us regarding a back-to-school sanitation solution. Their objective was to partner with a company that could provide assurance and well-being of its students, faculty, and staff for the upcoming school year during the COVID19 pandemic. After carefully examining our products and methodology, the Norristown Area School District agreed to our sanitation proposal. Using Smart UV's Apollo's provided an extra layer of sanitation for the school, faculty, and teachers. They're able to return to their school with the assurance it's been thoroughly disinfected and cleaned. Supporting the mission of Norristown, the children...
The Kahala The Kahala is an Iconic Hotel & Resort located in the coveted getaway of Honolulu, Hawaii, known for its inspired Hawaiian Monarchy architecture, elegant and grand residential feels, and strong Waialae beachfront vibes. Since its inception, The Kahala has hosted five decades worth of illustrious guests, from royalty to heads of state and Hollywood stars, such as John Wayne, Frank Sinatra, Barack Obama, and Queen Elizabeth, to name a few. In response to COVID-19, the Kahala developed a sanitation protocol called the “The Kahala Clean Promise.” Carefully designed by the World Health Organization (WHO) directives, the Centers for...
