Uvisan’s smallest full-power UV-C cabinet, disinfect and charge up to two headsets.
Cleanroom™ Whole-room, safe, programmable disinfection, in just 10 minutes.
Uvisan’s smallest full-power UV-C cabinet, disinfect and charge up to two headsets.
Cleanroom™ Whole-room, safe, programmable disinfection, in just 10 minutes.
Ensuring a safe and healthy environment for the office space has also become the new norm for organizations of every size. With the increasing use of shared technology and collaborative spaces in the office, it is also not uncommon for businesses and their employees to worry about the spread of germs and bacteria. Fortunately, UV-C technology provides a safe, chemical-free, and easy way for businesses to kill germs on these high-touch devices, thus empowering employees to work together with greater confidence.
And if you’ve been curious about what UV-C technology is, the best definition is that it is a form of ultraviolet light that has a short wavelength, and it’s capable of killing various germs like viruses, bacteria, mold, and spores. It does so by destroying the DNA/RNA that helps them reproduce.
It is a very potent part of the UV spectrum, but it does not reach us from the sun because it’s absorbed by the ozone layer. By duplicating this controlled spectrum, the benefits of UV can be properly harnessed.
Uvisan has taken a long time to develop this area, integrating the scientific UV-C principles with systems that are practical for a work environment. This gives a safe, chemical-free, and easy-to-integrate disinfection system.
When properly utilised, UV-C light technology is among the fastest and most reliable ways of disinfecting common office equipment. With UV-C light technology, it is not dependent on the user, as the results of using other types of disinfection products, like wipes or sprays, vary from person to person.
This process is also controlled within Uvisan’s cabinets. The UV-C light of a verified strength and range is applied to laptops, tablets, VR headsets, and phones, among other meeting room accessories. This reduces harmful organisms by up to 99.999% within two minutes, as evidenced by laboratory testing.
Our larger units, for example, the VRProM provides comprehensive 360° coverage through our patent-pending TsUVnami™ internal design and the use of six highly potent UVC emitters. Even the smaller VRProXS cabinets are the compact version of the above, well-suited for deskside or waiting room use.
For offices where various types of equipment are used, the use of keyboards, shared laptops, styluses, and audiovisual reduces the risk of damage since cleaning is done without using liquids or heat.
Contemporary work environments bring forth an old problem: sharing spaces is efficient, but it also puts individuals at greater risk of surface exposure. Hand-washing and general cleaning remain paramount, but they simply do not cut it for high-touch technology.
There are a number of reasons why offices are adopting UV-C technology:
Chemical wipes are very technique-dependent. Incomplete areas or dwell time can reduce their effectiveness. UV-C technology provides a precise, measurable dosage each time.
It is easy for germs to spread among shared devices. This will reduce the number of avoidable sick days when the devices are disinfected.
UV-C light cleaning does not damage the ports, buttons, or other internal parts of the computer, which can happen when using moisture cleaning. This is important for offices that use expensive technology.
UV-C obviates the use of single-use wipes and chemicals. This helps prevent the disposal of consumables. It also fits well into any existing sustainability goals.
Insights generated by competitor analysis identify that the new approach of using LED technology removes the expenses involved with mercury lights, wipes, and the need for user training. UV-C LEDs also do not produce ozone, unlike the UV light technology of the past.
Employee return-to-office policies, especially following hybrid or remote patterns, come with the expectation of visible, reliable sanitation practices. UV-C light offers that visibility without disrupting office processes.
Uvisan’s cabinets have already demonstrated their worth in the demanding sectors of healthcare and simulation training, as illustrated below in the case study: Successful Implementation of Uvisan UV-C Cabinets in a Healthcare Facility.
The advantage of UV-C technology is that it is flexible. Offices can adopt it in a manner that integrates very well into the existing workflow without adding friction for the employees.
The use of a UV-C cabinet located near the receiving area or central technology location gives employees the opportunity to sanitize the equipment upon arrival or return.
For offices that require higher turnover of devices, the VRProM offers large capacity, accommodating anywhere up to 36 headsets or laptops, and tablets. For smaller offices that use the meeting room, the VRProXS offers the advantage of accommodating one or two headsets, laptops, or controllers.
It is easy to clean shared clickers, speakerphones, touch panels, VR equipment, and laptops used for presentations. No waiting for the equipment to dry, and there will be no chemical residues that could harm the equipment.
Microphones, tablets, controllers, and VR/AR devices are often shared. UV-C provides rapid turnaround, which is essential when the team turns around quickly.
The UV-C technology is integrated into the simulation labs, universities, and training facilities of organizations. This is because the facilities share equipment. Adding UV-C technology helps keep the learners and trainers safe and the equipment free from damage by moisture-based cleaning.
Tech rental counters, transportation hubs, and public areas require quick and replicable cleaning. UV-C technology offers a compliant, chemical-free solution that has been laboratory-tested and validated by international safety standards.
For a complete comparison chart between the Uvisan Models and the VR360 Cabinets, check out our UV-C Cabinets page.
Safety is also a consideration for the integration of UV-C. As UV-C is very effective for microbial inactivation, exposure of the skin and eyes to it is harmful. This is why the design of Uvisan systems includes completely enclosed, interlocked environments. For the VRProM, VRProXS, and VR360 lines, the fundamental safety features include:
This science-based design will ensure that, even when operating in busy offices or public settings, UV-C integration will remain safe, predictable, and easy for any member of staff to use.
However, the increasing digitization of the workplace and the need for collaboration will ensure that shared devices are on the increase, not on the decline. This ranges from training VR equipment, through mobile tablets, to shared laptops.
Emerging trends include:
Those organisations that are the early adopters of UV-C technology are getting ahead of the curve when it comes to the expectations for the cleanliness of the workplace. In the same manner that better ventilation systems and ergonomically-designed offices, UV-C technology will eventually become the norm.
Adding UV-C to the office environment is not about adding another cleaning measure that competes with current practices, it is about enhancing them. It provides a level of security that is not only effective but also scientifically supported and helps ensure communal equipment remains safe. Whether it is the disinfection of two devices together or the management of a large number of devices, the variety of cabinets provided by Uvisan offers a scalable solution that is chemical-free.
Ready to Improve Workplace Hygiene? If you’d like to explore UV-C solutions for use within the office, perhaps the compact VRProXS, the high-capacity VRProM, or our UV-C Cabinets will meet your requirements.
Please contact Uvisan for details on specifications, certification, and other implementation-related assistance.
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