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  1. Happy Memorial Day

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    Memorial Day is coming up and we wanted to recognize and thank all the service men and women who gave their all to ensure our freedom. This goes for all of those who put their life on the line to protect us each and every day. Remembering all of those who have given their lives to protect our freedom.

    Our office will be closed Monday, May 30. We will be back in the office at 9am EST on Tuesday, May 31.

    If you need urgent assistance please call 352-624-3026 or email info@southernlampsinc.com

    -Your team at Southern Lamps, Inc.

  2. UV Industry of the Month: Currency

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    UV Industry of the Month: Currency
    By stefanieOn 13th April 2018with 0 Comments
    Did you know that UV lamps are used in the process of printing currency and identifying counterfeit currency?

    The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) prints billions of dollars every year! The BEP has several state of the art printing facilities in the US where offset lithography and plate printing are used to print US currency. With newer printed currency, UV lights show a fluorescent colored band on bills to show authenticity.

    UV Industry of the Month: Currency

    Fun Fact: All bills, regardless of denomination, utilize green ink on the backs. Faces, on the other hand, use black ink. A color-shifting ink is used in the lower right hand corner for the $10 denominations and higher. A metallic ink is used for the freedom icons on redesigned $10, $20, and $50 bills.

  3. UV Lamps Used to Make Artificial Snow

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    UV Lamps Used to Make Artificial Snow

    Did you know that UV lamps are used in the process of making artificial snow? With all eyes on the Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea we figured this was the perfect UV industry to spotlight this month!

    Why does artificial snow need to be made from clean water?

    The water used to produce artificial snow must be disinfected during the snow making process to prevent pollution to the area it is being spread over. As the snow melts at the end of the winter the run off will most likely make its way into local water sources. Disinfecting the water will ensure that the local aquifer or water sources will not be contaminated.

    Why do ski resorts need to make snow?

    Snow making in areas that are struggling with precipitation levels in winter presents a particular problem – if there is low rainfall all year round then there may be a limited supply of reservoir water to make the snow from. Smart ski area operators are increasingly turning to recycling wastewater for their snow making requirements, but this means the treatment and disinfection of the water is even more important.

    What kind of UV lamps are used to disinfect water for snow making?

    Medium-pressure UV lamps in compact disinfection systems are perfect for this application, as they can treat a wide range of flow rates at the pumping station. The implementation of these systems in ski resort’s snow making facilities will ensure that snow is made from clean water, free from harmful microbes and disinfection chemical by-products.

  4. UV Lamps Used to Cure Wood Products

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    Did you know that UV lamps are used in the process of finishing wood products?
    Wood products can be treated with varnishes and coatings to ensure the wood is preserved and sealed for many years to come. These UV treated varnishes and coatings also ensure that the appearance of the finished is of a high quality. Varnishes and coatings are applied layer by layer during the manufacturing process. This is because a quick, energy efficient, and consistent coating is key. UV coatings can be used on wood products such as cabinets, doors, and furniture.

    UV curable stains, primers, sealants and topcoats have the following benefits for wood furniture and flooring manufacturers:

    • Shorter production time – curing the coatings takes just a few seconds. On the other hand coatings that require air or IR drying can take several days to totally set. In a production line the materials that have been treated can be packed or taken to the next stage of production without having to wait for the coating to dry.
    • Space saving – eliminating the need for drying times means that less space is needed, as materials can be packed, racked and stored as soon as they come off of the production line.
    • High quality finish – UV coatings are glossy and have a very hard wearing finish that is resistant to abrasion and scratching, These UV coatings are also largely stain and chemical resistant.

    Southern Lamps, Inc. supplies market-leading medium pressure UV curing lamps used to cure a full range of sealants and top coats used in the manufacturing process of wood furniture and flooring. To find out which UV curing lamp is right for your business please contact the Southern Lamps, Inc. sales team so they can help you identify the correct lamp for your UV curing system.

  5. UV Lamps Used to Make Christmas Ornaments

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    Did you know that UV curable inks and coatings are used to decorate Christmas ornaments?

    This can be the case for both glass and plastic ornaments and results in images that are customizable, UV resistant, and fade-proof so they can be enjoyed for many years to come. Christmas ornaments can even be made with 3-D printers!

  6. Happy Holidays 2017!

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    We thank all of our customers for their business this year.
    We are fortunate to have you as a customer and look forward to working with you in the New Year.

    Warm wishes to you and your family for a Happy Holiday Season!

    -Your sales team at Southern Lamps, Inc.

    **Please note our offices and warehouse will be closed 12/25/16, 12/26/16, and 1/1/17 although someone will be reachable by phone at our main number (352-624-3026) for emergencies.

  7. Avoid the Holiday Rush – Order Your Stock Now

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    Make sure you stock up with what you need before the holiday season!

    • As we get closer to the end of the year shipping times will take longer to fulfill
    • We are fulfilling 80% of orders from stock but there are some types that need 3-4 weeks to be made
    • Please check your inventory to see if you will have any needs before the end of the year so we can make sure we have them in stock for you

    Orders placed by Friday, November 17th will be fulfilled by the end of the year.
    Contact us today to check stock and place your order!

  8. Happy Veterans Day, From Our Family to Yours (2017)

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    Southern Lamps Inc. would like to take a moment this Veterans Day and thank all of those men and women who have served our country and protected our freedom.

    Although Veterans Day is just one day a year your service is appreciated each and every day. This Veterans Day our gratitude goes out to all service members and their families, thank you for all that you have done.