Arpico’s ARPILIGHT produces Sri Lanka’s first air purification CFL bulb

Arpico’s ARPILIGHT the country’s only five star certified CFL light bulb from Richard Pieris Distributors Ltd., announced the launch of a Nano Technological Air Purification CFL bulb, the island’s first, according to a company spokesperson. The ARPILIGHT CFL bulb is more than just an energy saving compact fluorescent light bulb — it’s an innovative new product that filters odors, bacteria, germs while providing energy efficient light.

The new Air Purification CFL bulbs are perfect for areas with persistent odors including, restaurants, factories, kitchens, houses and buildings with fungi walls, hospitals, laboratories, shops near roads, veterinary offices and homes with pets, restrooms, health care facilities, closets, trash areas, gyms and locker rooms, basements, damp or musty areas.

Rohana Neelagolla – Business Development Manager - ARPILIGHT - Richard Pieris Distributors Ltd., elaborating on the features of the new product said, “As a company with a legacy of more than eight decades we are honoured to introduce a product which our valued customers can benefit from, as well as conserve our environment as a responsible corporate citizen.

The new ARPILIGHT Air Purification CFL bulb is not only an innovative experience but also a product which enhances quality of life in this era”.

The Titanium Dioxide Nano coating on the Air Purification CFL bulb activates Nano Photocatalyst technology transforming any surface into anti-bacterial; anti-fungal; mold free surface purifying the surrounding air and protects the building interior and exterior from environmental contamination. Titanium Dioxide becomes a powerful deodoriser and air sanitiser when it is exposed to sufficient levels of light containing ultraviolet wavelengths.

The ARPILIGHT Air Purification CFL bulbs won the best new product award at the recently concluded CHEMEX 2011 Exhibition held in Colombo commemorating the United Nations “International Year of Chemistry”.

Rated as a highly environment friendly CFL bulb this product is an opportune introduction to the Sri Lankan market with the focus on global warming increasing internationally.

The ARPILIGHT Air Purification CFL bulb saves over 80% of electricity and is certified as a five star product by the Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority.

Guaranteed a total life time of 8000 hrs. the ARPILIGHT Air Purification CFL bulb is available in 14W and 18W spiral and “U” shaped models in the market.