Ecolab is set to expand its UK & Ireland portfolio with a state-of-the-art 360° UV-C decontamination device. With waiting times at their highest and net zero targets only 15 years away, the need for efficient and sustainable systems within healthcare is greater than ever. The new Illuvi UV-C system has been designed to help ensure comprehensive environmental decontamination to help maintain healthy spaces.
“The new Illuvi UV-C device will enable healthcare organisations to enhance their existing hygiene protocols, with the aim to reduce the impact of healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs)” said Rebecca Sinclair, Area Vice President for Healthcare at Ecolab. “By collaborating with Mackwell Health, we can strengthen our focus on local manufacturing – offering our customers a sustainable solution built within the UK.”
United by their commitment to sustainability, safety, and infection prevention, Ecolab and Mackwell Health have worked together to develop the new Illuvi UV-C decontamination device as a leading solution – operating with low energy consumption and without the need for additional consumables. The system has been tested to meet strict safety and health standards for UV disinfection, ensuring it effectively targets a range of pathogens including bacteria, yeast, viruses, and Clostridium difficile, which alone affected nearly 17,000 patients last year.1
The comprehensive service package is designed to give customers peace of mind, ensuring the device operates efficiently and safely for maximum customer satisfaction, whilst supporting the circular economy through improved product lifecycle management.
Designed with useability and safety in mind, the device can be set-up and disassembled quickly. Its smart system allows healthcare professionals to set up the device within minutes, whilst always ensuring maximum safety with motion sensors to prevent accidental exposure to UV radiation.
Nick Brangwin, CEO of Mackwell Group, commented: “Illuvi represents a step-change in UV-C disinfection performance. Our team has delivered a solution that combines world-class efficacy, advanced usability, and robust safety. We’re proud to partner with Ecolab to make this technology available across the NHS and beyond.”
As the healthcare sector faces increasing challenges, the introduction of UV-C decontamination, and similar technologies, represents a transformative step towards a healthier future. Ecolab is dedicated to pioneering infection prevention strategies to address the evolving needs of healthcare organisations, protecting both patient and staff health.
To find out more, email: info.healthcare@ecolab.com.
