Why BC Healthcare Businesses NEED the Lux Laundry System for their Commercial Laundry Operations

In the evolving world of commercial laundry operations, staying ahead of the curve in terms of efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental responsibility is paramount. The Lux Advanced Oxidation Laundry system by Omni Solutions—a revolutionary advancement in laundry technology—stands out as a game-changer. 

Some BIG PRAISE for the Lux Advanced Oxidation UV system from a very happy Haddon client!

In this resource article for Haddon’s healthcare and hospitality clients, we’ll deep dive why the Lux Advanced Oxidation UV Laundry System is an indispensable asset for your BC healthcare business.

What exactly is the Lux Laundry System and how can it help your BC Healthcare Business?

What is the Lux Laundry System?

The Lux laundry system is a comprehensive solution designed to revolutionize how commercial laundry operations function. It combines advanced oxidation processes with UV technology to offer superior cleaning and disinfection capabilities—a perfect system for BC healthcare businesses, such as care homes and hospitals that regularly deal with heavily soiled linens and towels.

How the Lux System Works

At the heart of the LUX system is a groundbreaking method that utilizes UV light to convert ordinary room air into hydroxyl radicals—some of Earth’s most potent natural oxidizers, capable of breaking down contaminants and ensuring the highest level of cleanliness and disinfection in your laundry operations.This advanced oxidation process surpasses the effectiveness of traditional hot water and bleach, ensuring not only impeccably clean linens but also significantly reducing utility costs.

The guts of the system are in a sealed stainless steel chamber where the air is transformed into those powerful oxidizing agents— hydroxyls, ozone, and peroxide. These agents swiftly oxidize contaminants without leaving any harmful residues and revert to pure oxygen within minutes.

Ever wondered about the benefits of Ozone for commercial laundries in BC?

As we just mentioned, the Lux Laundry system involves the production of Ozone in its process. We’ve had some questions lately about Ozone and how it benefits the washing process in commercial laundry facilities in BC.

In short, Ozone helps to clean fabrics without having to use harsh chemicals, such as bleach, and since so many hospitality and healthcare industries in British Columbia are trying to get everything as clean as possible while also sticking to environmentally safe cleaning products, Ozone is a natural choice for both! 

But what exactly is Ozone and can it benefit your BC commercial laundry operations? 

What is Ozone?

According to the EPA, “Ozone (O3) is a highly reactive gas composed of three oxygen atoms.” Atmospheric Ozone can be harmful if found in high concentrations in the atmosphere, but aqueous Ozone—the kind found in laundry systems like the Lux—is a strong oxidizer proven to effectively destroy germs, bacteria, viruses, and contaminates on surfaces.

What is Aqueous Ozone and how does it help get your commercial laundry clean?

According to Food Safety Magazine:
“Aqueous ozone can be mechanically created with electricity, water and oxygen. The following indicates how this happens:

• An electrical current is passed through pure oxygen (O2).
• The electrical current separates some of the oxygen molecules into two.
• These spare oxygen molecules attach onto the remaining O2 to create ozone.
• The ozone is then infused into water.

While the technology is certainly not new, it has taken many years and the work of several research organizations and manufacturers to make aqueous ozone a practical tool for the professional cleaning industry. It was not until approximately 2008 that aqueous ozone was introduced to the industry as an alternative to traditional cleaning chemicals and solutions.

Today, it is garnering considerable attention as an effective and promising alternative to the use of traditional cleaning chemicals. Just as its effectiveness has been proven in foodservice, as discussed earlier, so has it been proven in professional cleaning. The fact that the solution has now been Green Seal certified has only added interest in the technology.“

What are the Benefits Provided by Ozone systems for Commercial Laundry Facilities in BC?

1. Reduce Chemical Use
   • While some detergent is still used, it’s significantly reduced when aqueous ozone systems are being used and bleach is no longer needed.
2. Help Fabrics Last Longer
   • Using lower temperatures and less chemicals means less stress and breakdown of your fabrics, which helps them to last longer (and saves you having to buy new linens and towels or other staples as often). You can also wash darks and lights together and not have to worry about colour bleeds or staining!
3. Less Water & Faster Drying Times
   • Ozone doesn’t need a lot of water to clean and sanitize, so that reduces water usage while also speeding up drying times. Win/win!
4. Save on Costs
   • Since you can wash everything in lower temperatures, your utilities costs go down significantly because you won’t be using as much hot water.

Ways BC Businesses can Reduce the Environmental Impact of Chemicals with the Lux system and Ozone cleaning solutions.

Aside from all the benefits of installing a commercial laundry Ozone system, such as the Lux, all of our clients can work toward reducing their environmental impact by choosing chemicals and systems that are eco-friendly.

Here in Delta, at Haddon Equipment & Supplies, we understand that our clients in the healthcare and hospitality industries in BC need to use chemicals to ensure cleanliness, so we encourage our clients to install systems like the Lux Laundry system while also encouraging them to purchase chemicals from our environmentally-friendly chemical lines (such as SaniBlend). 

But we can go even further than that! Systems such as the Tersano Aqueous Ozone creator have been used for many years to mop floors and clean high-traffic surfaces in many establishments, such as universities and large office buildings. Although many of those places also use chemicals for some of their housekeeping needs, using self-producing aqueous ozone systems for some of their cleaning needs just makes sense!

Are you ready for Haddon to show you how to get the most out of an Ozone system?

We hope this gives you enough information to consider a potential upgrade to ozone cleaning with the Lux laundry system. Contact us today to learn even more about the many benefits of ozone cleaning, and finally obtain the laundry results you’re striving for!

If you’re not quite convinced, let’s take a deeper dive into the Lux system, starting with the benefits!

What are the Benefits of the Lux System on Laundry?

The benefits of the Lux laundry system on laundry are numerous. It significantly reduces the need for hot water, lowers utility costs, and ensures that linens come out cleaner, softer, and more durable. This section will explore these benefits in detail, demonstrating how the Lux laundry system enhances every aspect of the laundry process.

Economic Advantages of the Lux Laundry System

Investing in the Lux laundry system translates into substantial economic benefits for commercial laundry operations. From reducing water and energy consumption to lowering detergent use and extending linen life, the economic implications are profound. This part of the post will present a detailed analysis of these economic advantages.

Environmental Impact and Sustainability

The Lux laundry system is not only economically beneficial but also environmentally friendly. It significantly reduces the carbon footprint of laundry operations, uses fewer chemicals, and promotes sustainability. The environmentally-conscious genius of the LUX system lies in its ability to operate efficiently at lower temperatures. By stabilizing hydroxyl radicals at these temperatures, the need for hot water reduces dramatically—by up to 85%. In some scenarios, it eliminates the need to heat laundry water entirely.

The LUX system significantly impacts the entire laundry process. The introduction of the Hydroxyl radicals in the wash reduces the need for alkaline-based chemicals, minimizing calcium buildup in linen fibers. This process accelerates water release during washing and drying, resulting in a noticeable reduction in natural gas consumption and softer, more comfortable textiles.

Installation and Maintenance

Installing and maintaining the Lux laundry system is a straightforward process, but it requires understanding the nuances of the system to ensure optimal performance. Our service technicians here at Haddon have a lot of experience installing Lux Advanced Oxidation systems as they are a popular addition to our clients’ laundry room equipment. 

Get in touch today if you want to hear more about the Lux system for your BC healthcare or hospitality business and we’ll figure out if a Lux system can help with your commercial laundry operation.

Is a Lux Advanced Oxidation Laundry System Right for Your BC Healthcare Business?

Beyond its cleaning prowess, the LUX system offers operational advantages. By enhancing cleaning and disinfection capabilities, the system enables the simplification of wash cycles and formulas. This leads to lower water and chemical usage, with significant water savings per washer annually.

In conclusion, the LUX Advanced Oxidation Laundry System represents a significant leap forward in commercial laundry technology. Its combination of advanced cleaning capabilities, environmental sustainability, and cost-effectiveness makes it an indispensable asset for any commercial laundry operation seeking to stay ahead in a competitive and ever-evolving industry.

Contact Haddon today if you’re ready to learn more about how the Lux can help your laundry operation.