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This would be a really good place to research more about different types UV light and how to use it.
http://www.americanultraviolet.com/whats-new.cfml How Ultraviolet Kills Ebola
How It Works: Ultraviolet Disinfection
Ultraviolet lighting has been used since the 1930's for disinfection, but how does it work? As you can probably gather ultraviolet lighting emits something that in turn disinfects the surface, air, or liquid that it comes in contact with. But can you really trust a light to do the job? The simple answer is yes, but how does it work?
The Sun Emits UV Right?
Your first thought when hearing about ultraviolet light disinfection is probably that- well the sun emits UV light so dont you think by now we would have figured out that we can simply set items outside and let the sun do the work for free? You would be partially right in thinking this, the Sun does emit the right wavelengths. The problem arises in what actually gets through to the Earth's surface.
Ultraviolet Lights and the Sun both emit UVA, UVB, and UVC wavelengths. Ultraviolet lamps for disinfection utilize the proper amount of UVC wavelength exposure to disinfect. That's where it differs from sunlight exposure on the Earth. The Sun's rays have all three kinds of wavelengths, but only two of those UVA and UVB actually shine down to the Earth's surface. The UVC wavelengths are stopped by the Earth's ozone layer, and because of that, DNA based organisms including contaminants have not evolved to protecting themselves from UVC wavelengths.
What Happens When Ultraviolet Light Is Used?
When ultraviolet lighting is utilized for disinfection the light does all the work. UVC wavelengths penetrate the cell wall of the DNA based contaminant and alter the DNA of the contaminant. When this happens the contaminant is inactivated and unable to reproduce thus is essentially killed quite quickly. Based upon exposure intensity and lamp proximity most DNA based contaminants are killed in less then 20 seconds.
What are DNA Based Contaminants?
Bacteria such as MRSA, C.Diff , and VRE
Viruses such as Influenza, Ebola, and Pneumonia
Yeast
Mold
Fungus
Today's Biggest Scare-Ebola
ARTZ/Pathogon Unit
Ultraviolet light has been deemed an effective way of helping to control the contamination of Ebola with surfaces after it is outside the host. The American Association of Blood Banks, Center for Disease Control, and various infection control journals have all provided some form of guidance on treating contaminated environments and have all recognized ultraviolet light as a valid and great tool for the job. Ultraviolet lamps are far more environmentally green than chemicals and there is virtually no issue of human error or not cleaning every surface. For example, the ARTZ/Pathogon unit can be rolled into an area, such as a patient's room after treatment, and can be turned on by a tablet and left in the room to clean. The air and all surfaces in the room will be disinfected in minutes while nurses or healthcare staff can spend time on other matters.
Ultraviolet lights and robotic units are being used in hundred's of hospitals nationwide! To learn about how you can add ultraviolet lights to your infection control practices visit the Healthcare Solutions portion of the American Ultraviolet website!
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South Carolina physician to combat Ebola in Liberia with disinfecting robots | Fox News
http://www.foxnews.com/health/2014/08/19/south-carolina-physician-taking-disinfecting-robots-to-liberia-to-combat-ebola/
The Total Room Ultraviolet Disinfector (TRU-D) uses a modified germicidal light to zap bacteria and viruses. UV light energy modifies the DNA structure of viral pathogens, like Ebola, so that they cannot reproduce, and therefore cannot colonize and harm patients. With just one use, it has 99.9 percent disinfection rate.
"We developed TRU-D SmartUVC technology to combat the devastating effects of hospital acquired infections,” Deal said in a press release. “Unlike many diseases, Ebola strikes hospital workers more than any other group, making it the ultimate hospital acquired infection.”
The TRU-D robot is used in patient isolation areas such as the operating room and intensive care unit. Using Sensor360™ technology, which calculates the time needed to react to room variables – including size, geometry, surface reflectivity and the amount and location of equipment in the room – TRU-D delivers a lethal dose of UV-C light during a single cycle from a central location. Before the device is enabled, all drawers in the room are opened, all doors are closed and safety signs are put outside the room to ensure no one enters. The robot is then activated remotely.
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http://www.inc.com/laura-montini/this-entrepreneur-has-found-one-way-to-stop-ebola-in-its-tracks.html
In the locations where Xenex's robots have been deployed in the U.S., Canada and the United Kingdom, hospitals have seen infection rates drop by as much as 50 to 80 percent, according to Miller.
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This does not mention a price or if it will kill the Ebola virus. (I bet it does)
http://www.americanultraviolet.com/uv-germicidal-solutions/healthcare-surface.cfml
Handheld Germicidal Fixtures (Blade)
The UVC Blade from American Ultraviolet is a handheld, portable UVC disinfection device designed to deactivate bacteria, viruses and fungi in spaces where traditional hard-mounted UVC fixtures are inconvenient to be mounted; and where portable devices have limited access. Common environments include laboratories and food manufacturing, including food storage and packaging .In healthcare environments the UVC Blade is ideal for the disinfection of:
- Hard to clean/reach surfaces such as remote controls, keyboards, equipment with many accessories, and inaccessible areas that require frequent wipe downs
- Bathroom handrails, toilet surfaces, sinks, and other surfaces
- Cell phones, chairs, door knobs, bed rails, tray tables, etc.
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they have a whole list of lamps to buy this is just one starting at $100 - $175
Check it out and see if it will kill ebola and modifiy something cheaper for home/family office use.
( I still think Tanning bed lamps will do it also . Would have to check out the light spectrum first and they would be much cheaper)
CC Series Replacement Lamp
http://store.americanultraviolet.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=GCL
their other link is specifically for home use http://store.uvsolutionsforhome.com/
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