Conve - UV-C Light Tunnel Conveyor

Applications & Use Cases

• Surface decontamination of packaged food products prior to secondary packaging or dispatch.
• Sterilisation of medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging in cleanroom environments.
• Disinfection of small tools, components, or laboratory equipment.
• Reduction of microbial load on fresh produce or baked goods in certain processing stages.
• Sanitisation of items in logistics and e-commerce fulfilment centres.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Variable, often ranging from 500 to 5,000 items per hour depending on conveyor speed and product size.

Power supply

Commonly 230V, single-phase, 50Hz, though industrial units may require 400V, three-phase.

Conveyor belt material

Typically food-grade stainless steel mesh or a UV-resistant polymer for hygiene and durability.

UV-C lamp type

Usually low-pressure mercury vapour lamps, providing germicidal irradiation at 254nm.

Typical footprint

For this class of equipment, lengths can range from 1.5m to 5m, with widths from 0.5m to 1.5m.

Safety features

Commonly includes interlocks to prevent UV exposure when access panels are open, and emergency stops.

Construction material

Often stainless steel for the main frame and tunnel enclosure, suitable for washdown environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What items are suitable for processing through a UV-C light tunnel conveyor?

  This equipment is best suited for surface decontamination of solid, non-porous items or packaged goods. The UV-C light primarily affects surfaces it directly irradiates.

• Does UV-C light affect the quality or taste of food products?

• What maintenance is required for a UV-C light tunnel conveyor?

• Are there any safety considerations when operating this type of equipment?

• Can this unit be integrated into an existing production line?