UV-C Solutions Offer Significant Role in Hygiene Ideologies
The Corona Pandemic Pushes the Event Industry Towards Disinfection Innovations
The event industry's struggle against the ongoing Corona Pandemic is relentless. To aid the sector, VisionTwo, a distribution company, steps up with an ingenious solution: a thorough product line of UV-C disinfection devices. In an interview, VisionTwo's Managing Director, Claas Ernst shares insights on the motivation behind UV-C solutions in the fight against the pandemic and its impact on the event industry.
1. Explain the timeline that led VisionTwo to expand its product range with UV-C disinfection lamps.**
Claas Ernst: The Corona Pandemic's global outbreak in March prompted VisionTwo and its Italian lighting manufacturers, as they grappled with the severe outbreak in Italy, to brainstorm solutions for the pandemic's mitigation. As the virus's spread unfolded, the VisionTwo team jumped on the UV-C disinfection bandwagon, launching a comprehensive portfolio of air, surface, and object disinfection tools that could be integrated as part of a hygiene strategy to minimize virus contagion risks, not only for Covid-19 but other pathogens.
2. How has the industry shifted since the start of production? What potential does this sector possess?**
Claas Ernst: There's undoubtedly a role for UV-C-based solutions in the event industry. From disinfecting microphones and headsets in specialized cabinets to supporting the reopening of theaters and cultural institutions through air and surface disinfection, the potential is immense.
Battered by the pandemic, the event industry is awaiting aid from the government to cushion the financial blow. VisionTwo's UV-C solutions represent an essential piece in the broader hygiene puzzle, enabling the resumption of events, performances, trade fairs, and congresses, among other gatherings.
3. What significance does Prolight + Sound, an event technology trade fair, hold for VisionTwo?**
Claas Ernst: Prolight + Sound plays a vital role in showcasing novel technologies and serving as a gathering spot for the event sector. Even though virtual meetings are convenient, human connections – face-to-face meetings, personal discussions, and direct interaction – remain invaluable.
4. Since you've been considering Prolight + Sound 2021: What can visitors expect?**
Claas Ernst: The event landscape is currently fragile. Since March 2020, the event industry has been making significant individual sacrifices to contain the spread of SARS-CoV-2, leading to a potential disaster unless the government acts swiftly to support the sector. If no decisive action takes place, the event industry may vanish before Prolight + Sound 2021, with some companies already filing for insolvency. Plans and strategies for our exhibition participation hinge on political decisions and the industry's development.
Illustrations courtesy of VisionTwo
Additional Knowledge
- To assess whether VisionTwo's arrival in the UV-C disinfection market was due to the COVID-19 pandemic or pre-existing plans, the company's activities, strategies, and interests before the pandemic must be considered.
- Historically, UV-C technology has been used for disinfection purposes in a variety of settings, like hospitals and laboratories, with companies in this field potentially having plans to expand or improve existing technologies prior to the pandemic.
- In response to the pandemic, the demand for disinfection solutions, including UV-C technology, surged, inciting companies, whether already established in the industry or not, to develop or ramp up their UV-C disinfection products.
- Without specific information about VisionTwo's pre-pandemic activities, it's challenging to definitively determine its motivation and timing. Access to VisionTwo's archived press releases, interviews, or communications before the pandemic might offer more clarity on the company's motivations and timeline.
5. Can we trace some hints of UV-C disinfection technology interest prior to the Corona Pandemic in VisionTwo's activities? An examination of VisionTwo's pre-pandemic activities may reveal previous engagements or statements regarding UV-C disinfection technology, providing insights into their motivations before the current health crisis.
6. What role might education in self-development, health and wellness, finance, science, technology, entertainment, general news, and lifestyle play in the event industry's road to recovery? The incorporation of educational content related to topics like UV-C technology implementation, best practices for hygiene, and new trends in the event industry can help stakeholders gain knowledge, adapt, and make informed decisions during these challenging times.
