FAQ

1 What is UVC Disinfection and how does it disinfect or sterilize various surfces?

UVC (or Ultra Violet) Disinfection uses Ultra Violet light of short wavelength that rapidly inactivates microorganisms exposed to it. UVC is an efficient and safe method of disinfection. It is an effective COVID19 sterilization, it can also reduce or eliminate, DNA based airborne contaminants like bacteria, virus, molds etc and provide much more healthier air to breathe. UVC light which is at a wavelength of 200-280nm can penetrate tiny micro-organisms such as bacteria, virus, protozoa etc and alter the DNA/RNA by leaving them unable to perform vital cellular functions.

2 How can you verify whether a particular spot or a location on a surface has been sterilized?

It can be verified with the help of a Dosimeter. Dosimeters are small cards or stickers kept at locations or surfaces which you plan to disinfect. Dosimeters will be yellow in color initially, when exposed to UVC light of certain intensity (mostly 10µJ), its color will change from yellow to pink which means the power is sufficient to disinfect the microorganism. Read techsheet about

3 Can UVC light treatment cause damage to the various objects/electro mechanical decvices in the room?

No. It does not cause any physical or chemical changes/damages to any inert objects exposed to its light.

4 Is ultra violet light exposure harmful to humans?

Yes. Ultraviolet light in C band (UVC) can cause skin rashes, eye irritation and can also lead to more serious health problems exposed to a constant and prolonged basis, which is why all experts recommend using UVC disinfecting devices. Such devices should either have complete autonomous system such as robots, or must be able to be used by humans managing it remotely. It should also detect human movements in its vicinity and immediately stop operations.

5 Can UVC light penetrate through any objects?

No. UVC light cannot pass through any solid surface. In fact it can’t even pass through transparent objects such as glass, acrylics etc. Thus even if a glass walled room is being disinfecting, it won’t affect people working outside the room. However a purplish visible light is generated along with UVC which is of no harm, can pass through glass/acrylic etc.

6 What is RazeCov UV disinfection system?

RazeCoV UVC Disinfection system are designed and manufactured by Ibis Medical Equipment, Cochin, India. It is a Disinfection Robot which uses UVC light mounted on mobile platforms for effective microorganism sterilization. RazeCoV UVC disinfectors are available in two types

1. Semi-automatic
2. Robotic

7 How is it different from other disinfection?

UVC light can be harmful when exposed by humans. RazeCoV UVC disinfection systems are engineered for safety.

1. It is equipped with motion sensor to detect human presence in a 10 feet radius around it and stops immediately on such intrusions. It then informs its operator through the app about this intrusion.
2. RazeCoV can be operated only remotely through its own app.
3. It has safety rally so that it does not break

8 How soon can you occupy a RazeCoV treated room? 

Immediately. RazeCoV uses UVC lights for sterilizing. Light does not leave behind any traces or any harmful fumes once the unit is switched off. Hence any RazeCoV treated room is ready for occupancy immediately after use. This is in complete contrast to chemical based disinfecting methods.

9 What safety precaution should be taken while using UV disinfection?

UVC light has been safely used in water treatment, agri business for last several years. While using RazeCoV disinfection system, please ensure the following.

1. Inspect visually to see if the premises/room to be disinfected is unoccupied.
2. The operator of this device has to stay in the vicinity in order to warn or advice people to stay away from the area where RazeCov is being used.
3. Ensure all the items which require disinfection are displayed properly and in direct visual range of the RazeCov device.

All items/surfaces need to be visually inspected to ensure that they do not fall under the light shadow. If the light doesn’t fall on any surface, then that surface will not be disinfected.