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Powerful long lasting LED/UV Flashlights

These handheld, portable, small UV/LED flashlights can be used for a multitude of things.  Instead of carrying around heavy and hot black lights these UV flashlights can be slipped into a pocket allowing easy access.  Crowd and access control: Hands that have been marked using invisible pens or cards that when illuminated with UV becomes visible.   The  LED flashlight with 21 Bulbs can be used on admission cards from night clubs, amusement parks and controlled events .  Other popular uses can be crime scene inspection, currency and bill verification, leak detection, rodent detection, gemstone and mineral inspection.  Optical industries have started using the 9 bulb LED flashlightto demonstrate indoors the photochromic lenses (the darkening of lenses in response to sunlight).  UV Light has also been known to show alterations and changes to documents allowing forgery to be easily spotted.

Looking for something a little more powerful?  The portable, stand alone, low intensity 4 bulb UV flood light that cureUV.com offers can be used to rapidly cure special epoxies, glues and adhesives.   It is perfect for the small finishing and curing projects where industrial UV intensity is not required.  Just remember all of these items are specialty UV devices not used for illuminsation purposes.  As with all UV lights, proper eye protection must be worn at all times.

Use the same UV curable stains & coatings used in high production manufacturing facilities with the use of SPDI’s UV Floor Curing System.  This UV system allows for the curing of 100% solids that have a sheen additive.  Until now the use of these coatings was unheard of because older UV technology causes “lap lines” or “zipper lines”.   This specialty irradiator has a Proprietary Array Delivery of UV energy causing the perfect balance of intensity right where you want it.  Yes, SPDI has pushable machines, but this advanced & versitile system allows access around small columns, stairs, closets, tight corners and even under kitchen cabinets. 

No waiting 24 hours for stain to dry when it can be easily added to a UV curable coating!

Your customers CAN have furniture & rugs back in place the same day on their newly refinished hardwood floor!

Provides longer life, more scratch resistant & chemical resistant.

Gets your project done in Hours, not Days!

Contact a UV Technology & Coating Specialist Today!

(800) 977-7292

No moving out + No VOC's = Best Wood Floor Finish

Q.  Can you recommend a healthy hardwood flooring option for someone with allergies, kids and pets?  I love my hardwood floor and am looking for green flooring options.  I would rather just have it refinished, but I do not want the lingering smell of chemicals or have it scratch easily.  What would you recommend I look for?

9 Tips for Healthy Wood Flooring

1. VOC’s cause headaches, nose & eye irritation, damage to liver, kidney & central nervous system
2. EPA – Steps To Reduce Exposure
3. Healthier Homes Inside & Out – EPA Webinar
4. Some wood building materials are better than others
5. NWFA – Wood Floor Contractors provide good quality & tend to keep up to date on high tech / green friendly options
6. US Green Building Council – Guide to Green Floor Materials
7. Some finishing products are better than others – will not change color with age, more scratch / chemical resistant & ultmately last longer
8. UV Curable Wood Floor Finish
9. UV Curable Cement & Stone Finish

To find a Green Contractor near you, please call

800-977-7292 

As more and more industries, manufacturers and contractors turn to UV for the obvious benefits, including lower costs, times and chemical emissions it was only a matter of time until the concrete and stone sector followed suit.

Once again our trusty Power-Shot came through!  Having worked in the granite business myself for a while I know how important it is for companies to get in, do their, job and get out as quickly, and as efficiently for the customer as possible.  Nobody wants their home or business looking like a building site, and the inconvenience and downtown can be very costly for both parties.

The fact that one person can easily carry The Power-Shot  it into a job site plug it into a standard 110V outlet cure their floor, counter or whatever and be out in a matter of minutes makes it very desirable.  We also carry the UV Curable Sealer and a full line of Safety Equipment which can ship directly from our location making us a one stop shop for your needs.

We’re currently, at SPDI, developing a dedicated floor curing system with bigger lamp and mounting capabilities for even the largest flooring projects.  Check back in a couple of weeks and I’ll sneak up some pictures!  Also our coatings and sealer line will be expanding with the work we are doing with…………  Keep an eye on our other blogs as there is a wealth of knowledge available on the coatings side of things from people who know that stuff a lot better than me!

Next time ‘the sky’s the limit’.  The Power Shot and propellers.

UV Problems

No matter what type of UV system you have, big or small it seems everyone runs into the same types of problems or has the same questions. 

So over the coming weeeks the nice people at CureUV are going to educate and compile a how to and FAQ to help you navigate the pitfalls of uv curing.

UV curing systems may seem daunting but they all contain the same basic parts whether they are electronic, magnetic, LED or microwave type.  They will all have a lamp, power supply, reflector of some sort and means of cooling, blower or fans.

All of these have their own unique part to play in the running of your system and all have their own unique set of issues and potential problems to be aware of.  I will tell you this, 99% of the time it is something simple………… We have found over the years of building our own and trouble shooting other manufacturer’s sytems that very rarely is it something catastrophic but more often than not it’s something simple being overlooked.

So our next article will go over in more depth and help educate you in the 4 main types of UV systems and their pros and cons.

If you have any immediate questions or queries feel free to phone us at 1-800-977-7292 or check out our current FAQ page.

What a beautiful way to finish a floor with UV !

How many times do you wait until your lamp and/or reflector has been in the press for a few months time before even thinking about replacing them?  Most lamp manufacturer’s will offer a 1000 hour warranty on the bulb but realistically once a lamp has been running for about 700+ hours the mercury inside is starting to degrade and its about time to consider replacing it.  With a substrate like wood, such as cabinetry, flooring, wood stringed instruments, etc the Ultraviolet Curable finish is so extraordinary that you want to make sure that the item being produced is at its utmost in quality when presenting to your Customer.  I cannot stress this enough, but just as important as replacing the UV light is replacing the shield that goes along with it.  The UV liner plays a very important role as far as bulb longevity.  Your best bet is to get both the lamp and reflector together, as you have more important things to think about like completing the job for your end Customer.  Even the small Handheld UV Curing Systems need to have the UV lamps and reflectors changed out every so often depending on how frequently you use the unit.  So don’t be stuck in the dark - keep stock of your lamps and reflectors  before the lights go out.

No Waiting - Stain, Sealer & Topcoat in 1 Product

Q: What is the difference between UV cured coatings & conventional coatings?

A: UV cured material requires the use of ultraviolet energy to instantly dry / cure the material.  As the UV light hits the coating, the photo-initiators react and cause each molecule to connect.  This results in no solvents flashing off and the Wet Mil Thickness (WMT) will be the same as the Dry Mil Thickness (DMT).  100% Solid UV Coating: 1600sqft/gal @ 1 mil WMT/DMT

Conventional material requires an extended period of time to flash off solvents for a complete cure.  Majority of the finishing products used are between 28%-30% solid content which causes a HUGE decrease in Dry Mil Thickness and overall coverage per gallon.  30% Solid Conventional Coating: requires 3.3 WMT to achieve 1 DMT 

Advantages over solvent based or dual cure coating finishes:

- No mixing and ready to use right out of the container
- Less Shrinkage and 3 times More Coverage per gallon
- UV Coating Dries instantly with no wait time
- Buffing in 1/3 of the time for a lustrous shine and less heat build up
- Superior Scratch Resistance and Chemical Resistance
- No solvent smells and can ship cheaper than flammable type finishes
- 100% Solids – NO VOC’s, Green Technology

It is the perfect balance of Performance and Environmental Sustainability. These products conform to the requirements of the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), Greenseal and LEED.

Q: Do UV Coatings have better scratch resistance than non UV dried materials?

A: Yes! One of the primary advantages of UV cured coatings is that the scratch resistance and overall durability is much greater than conventional/solvent based materials. As the UV light hits the coating, the photo-initiators react and cause each molecule to connect. Thus, making the product more scratch resistant (4H), chemically resistant, retain flexibility and maintains a more stable product life span.

Q: What are the benefits of UV Curable Hardwood Floor Refinishing & Prefinishing?

A:  The successful use of ultraviolet (UV) light is used to cure the exceptionally durable finishes on wood products quickly; all the while increasing production and reducing floor space. Our customers say that they increased production by more than 75%.

• Green Technology – NO Solvent smells or VOC’s
• Instant dry, reduced applications & labor
• Finish, Stack & Ship the same day
• Less chance for error
• 100% Solids there is no mixing, Less Shrinkage & 3 times more coverage/gallon
• 2-3 times more chemical & scratch resistant

Passed 48 hour Chemical Resistant Test to things like:

1. Mustard
2. Vinegar
3. Red Wine
4. Coffee
5. Sharpie Pens
6. Denatured Alcohol
7. Acetone

For more information contact a UV Technology & Coating Specialist (561) 243-8442

Get your project finished in Hours not Days! 

Tis the Season for Online Shopping

Ho Ho! Merry Christmas and all that!

OK, so we may not sell your typical Christmas lights but that doesn’t mean there are not lots of cool gift ideas from your festive friends at CureUV.

For example, your dad’s complaining that all the dirt and grit on the roads are messing up his car, then get him any one of our UV Headlight Restoration products.

Your sisters snowed in and can’t make it for her manicure, no worries! CureUV has loads of UV Nail Dryers and the latest UV Polishes and associated beauty gifts.

Uncle Bert, the one with the permanent case of man flu,  is coming round coughing and sneezing all over everybody, sounds like you need to take a look at our extensive line of Germicidal UV’s.

Those $20 bills granny’s been putting in your cards looking a little suspect, maybe you can catch her out this year by purchasing one of our Counterfeit Detection units!

Whether you work in the Commercial and Industrial market, Health and Beauty,  Government and Medical or your a Household Consumer,  Cure UV  has a little something for everyone.

And seeing as it’s the holidays and all, follow this link for one of our special coupons! Just don’t tell my bosses Scrooge and Marley!

Now, merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!

Total Replacement Polish

Now you can keep your manicure for up to 3 weeks.  How you may ask, with Gelousy’s new Total Replacement Polish line.  This fabulous, chip free, hybrid polish come in  four colors, Mauven, Dance with Me, Lollypop and Rio Red (perfect for the upcoming holiday season). These UV nail Polishes are similar to Shellac and Gelish and can be applied like a regular nail polish.  The product will cure “dry” with either a LED nail dryer or a UV nail dryer.  It can also be soaked off with acetone in less then 5 minutes.   Get ready to be amazed with TRP and perfect nails for 3 weeks.   Plus, remember to check back in with cureUV.com as more colors will debut every few months.

Replace your UV Lamp and Reflectors at the same time !

Its the end of the year and you want to try to get prepared for 2012 right?  So why not stock your shelves with UV replacement bulbs,  reflectors and quartz plates so that when the year starts you are ready to go with new inventory.  Replacing your UV lamps in a timely manner is necessary of course, but changing out the reflectors  along with the lamps is just as crucial.  Better to replace them together so that you can get the most longevity out of your bulbs.  The reflectors are responsible for 70% of the light emmitance.   Since the reflector shields are so cost efficient there is no reason not to replace them at least ever other lamp change as long as you have to have the machine down for the bulb anyway. The purple coated or dichroic reflectors dont need to be changed as often, but still need to be evaluated just to be sure.   There’s also that chance that you may need an whole new UV System next year for your web, screen, or label printing process.  So think ahead for 2012 and get a jump on the competition before they get the same bright idea !