Applications

OptoStrand fibers could change how industries handle contamination. Here are some of the areas where we see the biggest potential.

Most of these applications use multiple fibers — arranged in rows, grids, or whatever pattern fits. More fibers means more coverage. Think of it as building a disinfection layer right into the surface.

Marine Antifouling

Biological buildup on underwater surfaces costs the marine industry billions every year. OptoStrand fibers could be built into sensors, intake pipes, hull panels, and other submerged equipment — delivering continuous UV-C to prevent growth without toxic coatings.

Water Treatment and Distribution

Traditional UV water treatment only works at one point in the system. With OptoStrand, you could put fibers throughout an entire pipe or tank network — delivering UV-C everywhere water flows, not just where a lamp happens to be.

Food and Beverage Processing

Keeping food processing surfaces clean is critical — especially in areas that are hard to reach. OptoStrand fibers could be built into processing lines, conveyor systems, and packaging equipment to deliver continuous UV-C right where contamination happens.

Medical Devices

Medical instruments with hard-to-reach internal surfaces are tough to disinfect thoroughly. OptoStrand fibers are thin and flexible enough to thread through narrow channels, wrap around components, or build right into the device — reaching surfaces that other methods miss.

Horticulture

Growing operations need to manage pathogens without relying on chemicals. OptoStrand fibers could be built into irrigation lines, growing trays, and greenhouse infrastructure to deliver UV-C where it keeps things clean.

Pharmaceutical and Biotech

In pharma and biotech, contamination is not an option. OptoStrand fibers built into cleanroom surfaces, bioreactor systems, and process piping could add another layer of protection where sterility is everything.

What Is Your Application?

We are always looking for partners and customers who want to explore what UV-C side-emitting fibers can do. If you have a surface that needs UV-C, we want to hear about it.

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