UV-A blacklight fluorescent inspection
Our UV blacklight lamps are used by thousands of organisations worldwide for detection, validation and quality control in industrial, medical, scientific and public service applications.
We are widely recognised as world leaders in UV blacklight fluorescent inspection lamps.
NDT crack detection…
…using UV fluorescent magnetic particle or dye penetrant processes, e.g. highlighting defects in safety critical aerospace and automotive components.
Forensic science…
…laboratory investigations, unearthing vital evidence at crime scenes and police photography. UV reveals bodily fluids, finger prints, foot prints and subcutaneous bruising on the body.
Conservation & preservation..
…enabling revelation of imperfections and evidence of restoration to paintings, books and ceramics. Also detection of forgeries, mould and print enhancement.
Cleanliness monitoring…
…for checking effectiveness of cleaning procedures and identification of areas either missed or not cleaned properly. Great for audits, evaluating different cleaning products and training staff.
Fluid leak detection…
…using UV fluorescent additives mixed with water, oils, fuels, coolants and refridgerants for revealing leaks on surfaces, pipework, joints and coils.
Oxygen cleanliness…
…detection of hydrocarbons, such as oil and grease on materials and equipment used in oxygen enriched environments, e.g. industrial gases, submarines and diving gear.
Clearcoating validation…
…inspection of clear conformal coatings incorporating UV blue tracer on PCBs to check for uniform coverage.
Egg inspection…
…for quality control of free range eggs to detect evidence of washing or wiping and highlighting spoilage by bacteria and mould.
Counterfeit detection…
…by revelation or verification of security markings on items such as currency, credit cards and security documents.
SmartWater detection…
…on property and people by police is linking valuable items to owners and criminals to crime scenes. Invisible until revealed under UV as a green/yellow glow.
Contamination control…
…detection of particlate microcontamination in cleanrooms; inspection of surfaces prior to spray coating, examination of LCD screens and evaluation of medical textiles.
Ringworm in animals…
…early stage detection is essential for vets. UV inspection of infected animals reveals a yellow/green glow at the base of hairs, indicating fungal spores.
Textile manufacturing…
…identification of fibre mixes and woven defects; contamination of raw materials; oil stains on carpets and particulates in medical non-wovens.
UV scenic artwork…
…using UV reactive paints in combination with UV blacklighting. Special effects include single and dual image, 3D, invisible/UV revealing and Trompe-l'oeil.
Paper manufacturing…
…identification of paper mixes and contamination. Also quality control of invisible/UV revealing markings printed on currency and security papers.
Sensory rooms…
…carers and therapists use UV in interactive multi sensory rooms in hospitals and schools to provide gentle stimulation and relaxation for people with sensory and learning disabilities.
Solderflux detection…
…solder flux contamination, e.g. rosin can cause electronic circuit failure and must be removed by cleaning. UV inspection reveals any residue remaining.
Riboflavin additive…
…in aqueuos solution is used for testing wash sequence coverage of pharmaceutical containment isolators to guarantee acceptable levels of cleaning.