UVC – effective against microbes

UVC is an effective and well-documented means of disinfecting air, surfaces and water. While “smart” microbes can develop a resistance to antibiotic and chemical agents, no such problems are associated with UVC disinfection. Low-pressure UVC sources are used in disinfectant applications. 

Ultraviolet radiation, often called UV light, is measured in nanometres (nm) and is divided into three wavebands: UVC (200-280 nm), UVB (280-320 nm) and UVA (320-400 nm). The shorter the wavelength the higher the energy. The 254 nm wavelength in the UVC range has the strongest microbicidal effect, since it damages the microbes’ genetic material, preventing them from reproducing.

The technology has been developed to comply with the strictest bio-safety guidelines (level P4) formulated by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) in the USA and the World Health Organization (WHO).

To our knowledge, we are the only company in the world that uses UVC technology in field kitchens. It can also be installed in our sanitation and laundry containers.

Robust under extreme climate conditions

All our containers are made for use under extreme climatic conditions. They are designed and constructed to withstand temperatures ranging from -46°C to +49°C. We use from 100 mm to 200 mm of insulating material to ensure our containers meet this demanding specification. The water pipes are fitted using self-regulating, electrically heated “pipe-in-pipe” systems. Drainpipes are all made of stainless steel, and the container air intakes are equipped with sand and snow traps to cope with extreme weather conditions.