The new Illuvi UV-C decontamination device – designed and manufactured by Mackwell Health for Ecolab in the UK and Ireland, is said to offer ‘advanced safety features and proven efficacy against healthcare-associated infections’.
Ecolab said: “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 360 ° UV-C decontamination device, Illuvi UV-C, has been designed to help ensure comprehensive environmental decontamination to help maintain healthy spaces.
‘United by their commitment to sustainability, safety, and infection prevention’, Ecolab and Mackwell Health have worked together to develop the new decontamination device ‘as a leading solution that operates 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 year1.
Ecolab said: “The comprehensive service package is designed to give customers peace of mind, ensuring that the device operates efficiently and safely for maximum customer satisfaction, while supporting the circular economy through improved product lifecycle management. Designed ‘with useability and safety in mind’, the device can be setup and disassembled quickly. Ecolab explained: “Its smart system allows healthcare professionals to set up the device within minutes, while 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.”
