At the recent regional trade show, several salon owners asked the lamp experts at Wolff about UV meters. Here is some basic information: The handheld UVB/UVA meters are an excellent tool for... Read more
Our change from Class I to Class II medical devices has raised some questions recently. Q. I was told by a South Carolina salon inspector that in the future, I would need to replace lamps in... Read more
Q: When replacing sunlamps, should we wipe the new lamps with plain water or polish and buff them with a soft cloth? A: Before final packing at the manufacturing plant, new fluorescent lamps... Read more
Here is a refresher on common lamp terminology: BP: (Bi-pin) refers to the two metal prongs extending from the ends of the lamp. RDC: (Recessed Double Contact) these lamps have black end-cap... Read more
“What is the difference between a 10-minute lamp and a 20-minute lamp? What happens if you install a 10-minute lamp in a 20-minute bed?” Perhaps a better question is, What is the difference... Read more
“Is there a difference between pink and blue tanning lamps? Is one type better than the other?” Good questions! When it comes to colors, most people perceive pink tones as “warm”’ while blue... Read more
Does a sunlamp depreciate over time or just with use? Do lamps have a “shelf life?” First, let’s talk about how a low-pressure sunlamp works. A thin layer of phosphor coats the inside of the... Read more
Does more wattage equal better tanning capability, or just more power consumption? Wattage is primarily a measure of power consumption, not necessarily irradiance (output). The... Read more
Remember, the recommended maximum exposure time that is listed on your sunbeds’ labels refers to four MED (Minimal Erythemal Dose), which is the maximum amount of UV exposure a tanning syste... Read more
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