An Ultraviolet disinfection system moves electromagnetic energy from a mercury arc lamp to an organism’s genetic material and retards its reproduction ability. According to BlueQuark Research & Consulting, the global UV disinfectant equipment market is expected to grow considerably during the forecasted period. Factors such as the rising number of contagious diseases and potential pathogens are likely to raise the requirement for a UV disinfectant system, as regular cleaning and disinfection may leave behind some remaining contamination, which UV disinfection can treat, suggesting that a various disinfectant approach is prudent which is expected to drive the demand of An Ultraviolet disinfection equipment in the forecasted period. Further, UV light has been shown to accomplish a high level of inactivation of a near-relative COVID-19 pathogen and many other infectious pathogens, hence expected to drive the global market in the forecasted period. In addition, ease of installation and maintenance of UV disinfectant equipment is expected to drive the Ultraviolet disinfection equipment market. Furthermore, the surging healthcare and chemical industries are expected to provide substantial growth opportunities to the UV disinfection equipment market during the forecasted period. However, factors such as the low cost of conventional disinfectants compared to UV lights are expected to hinder the UV disinfection equipment market in the forecasted period.

UV disinfection equipment finds application in wastewater, drinking water, and process water treatment.

The UV disinfection equipment market is awaited to climb high revenue growth during the forecast period. This is evident since manufacturers are increasing the availability of UV air disinfection systems. These systems serve as reliable HVAC applications, odor control, and cold storage solutions. Growing demand for UV disinfectant equipment from the non-residential sector owing to the problems associated with water scarcity, the increasing cost of fresh water, and containments in drinking water, especially in developing countries, such as India and Africa, is predicted to drive the market for UV disinfection equipment during the forecasted period. For mention, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation spent USD 200 million over seven years to fund wastewater treatment. The propelling factors which fuel the market’s growth are the wide use of UV disinfection equipment in healthcare facilities for disinfecting hospital environments, increasing demand for UV disinfection equipment to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, and intensifying concerns regarding safe drinking water in emerging countries, the long life and low power usage of UVC LED-based UV disinfection equipment. UV air purification is a setup technique, and several organizations, such as CDC and WHO, have repeatedly promoted its usage in labs, operating rooms, hospitals, and colleges. Furthermore, UV air purifiers are advised to enhance the air quality in residential and commercial sectors by removing particulate matter and dust, which is thought to reduce coronavirus transmission. UV light is electromagnetic radiation in three types: UVA, UVB, and UVC. UVA, also called black light, is a long-wave light not absorbed by the ozone layer, UVB is a medium wave and is majorly absorbed by the ozone layer, and UVC is a short-wave light that is entirely absorbed by the ozone layer. UVC light can infiltrate the cell wall of microorganisms and alter the DNA structure such that the organism becomes non-viable, unable to reproduce or infect a patient. Thus, UVC light is extensively used for water, air, and surface disinfection. UVC disinfection is also known as Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI). Eliminating surface contamination within patient rooms is a critical and essential practice in reducing HAIs, and an important target for hospitals as associated costs are often non-reimbursed. UV disinfection equipment or UV robots are used for disinfecting these rooms. 

Asia-Pacific is expected to leading the market due to the shortage of healthcare resources, lack of sanitation, and population compactness leading to a growth in infectious diseases and a rise in demand for UV disinfectant equipment. Additionally, the economy of China is moving towards sustainability, which is expected to drive innovative water solutions, such as dirty water treatment, sponge city development, and utility construction, which is expected to drive the market further. For instance, in 2019, Xylem Inc., a Fortune 1000 global water technology provider, experienced double-digit growth in the country. The primary factor for the development and demand, Ultraviolet disinfection equipment against pre-existing water disinfecting methods, such as chlorination and ozonation. It is a productive alternative non-chemical water disinfection system with additional benefits, including capital cost, operating cost, ease of installation, maintenance, and less contact time. Ultraviolet disinfection equipment finds its applications in various industries, ranging from purification of water in individual homes to disinfecting the water supply of a whole city to industrial wastewater treatment, as UV water treatment is considered the safer and cost-effective solution for industrial applications. For instance, water treated with UV disinfection ensures quality and extends the shelf-life of cosmetics. And hence, UV sterilization has become the favored choice for the cosmetics industry worldwide. In addition to the performance advantage of Ultraviolet disinfection equipment, the occasional maintenance of its components, consisting of UV lamp and Quartz Sleeve, to be reviewed every six months, can be performed without professional assistance. This makes it perfect for residential and municipal end-users. Therefore, the market for UV Disinfectant Equipment in Asia-Pacific is expected to witness a significant growth rate during the forecast period.

The market was found to be segmented. Some of the market key players are Xylem Inc., Trojan Technologies, Severn Trent Plc, Evoqua Water Technologies LLC, and Halma PLC, among others.

In May 2019, Evoque Water Technologies announced the acquisition of privately held ATG UV Technology Limited, a manufacturer of ultraviolet (UV) light disinfection systems serving municipal, industrial, and aquatics end users. The acquisition integrates the existing UV offering and further manifests the commitment to the global water treatment market.

In April 2021, Halma PLC announced the acquisition of PeriGen, Inc. to create cleaner, safer, and heather solutions for customers. PeriGen, Inc. offers software solutions integrated with artificial intelligence, which helps in executive healthcare assessment. This acquisition will help Halma widen the existing medical industry technologies market and extend additional analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities.

In March 2021, Evoque Water Technologies expanded its global presence in Chennai, India, due to the rising growth of the Asia-Pacific market. This extension will allow the company to focus on market development and growth plans, using India as a central hub for the broader Asia Pacific market. Evoque already set up a technology and engineering center in Chennai in November 2019 and will accommodate 80 new employees, doubling the presence in India.

The global UV Disinfectant Equipment Market report provides deep insight into the current and future state of the UV Disinfectant Equipment market across various regions. The study comprehensively analyzes the UV Disinfectant Equipment market by segmenting based on geography, by component (Reactor Chamber, UV Lamp, Quartz Sleeve, Controller Unit, and Others), By Application (Water Treatment, Surface Disinfection, and Others), and by End-User Industry (Residential, and Non- Residential). The report examines the market drivers and restraints, along with the impact of Covid-19 on the market growth, in detail. The study covers & includes emerging market trends, developments, opportunities, and challenges in the industry. This report also covers extensively researched competitive landscape sections with profiles of prominent companies, including their market shares and projects.