In an industry where hygiene, safety, and operational efficiency are non-negotiable, IllumiPure is introducing a quiet yet powerful innovation—lighting that does far more than illuminate. At Indusfood Manufacturing, John Higgins, Chief Executive Officer of IllumiPure, showcased a technology that seamlessly integrates disinfection, employee well-being, and food safety into something every facility already relies on: light.

Founded as an LED manufacturing company, IllumiPure has carved out a distinct niche by reimagining what lighting can achieve in critical environments such as food processing and manufacturing. “IllumiPure is an LED manufacturing company. We manufacture lights,” Higgins explained. “What makes our technology so original, and how it can really impact the food industry, is that we have a regular white light that disinfects both air and surfaces.”

Lighting that goes beyond illumination

Unlike conventional LED systems that rely heavily on blue light, IllumiPure’s technology operates within a different spectrum, centered around the 405nm range. This enables continuous disinfection while remaining completely safe for human exposure. “We don’t use the dangerous blue light that is present in regular LEDs,” said Higgins. “Instead, we use a different spectrum that allows us to disinfect, and it also affects the circadian rhythm of human workers.”

This innovation is driven by CleanWhite® LED technology—a patented solution developed and manufactured in the United States. CleanWhite delivers high-quality white light illumination with built-in antimicrobial action, without introducing harmful blue wavelengths.

For the food industry, this distinction is especially important. Standard blue-light LEDs can negatively affect sensitive food components such as riboflavin. IllumiPure’s solution eliminates this risk while simultaneously improving working conditions on the factory floor. “It doesn’t affect riboflavin the way regular LEDs do. It’s easier on employees—they are more alert, and because they are more alert, there is more safety,” Higgins noted.

Eliminating pathogens without compromise

Traditionally, lighting has never been considered a tool for disinfection—but IllumiPure is changing that perception. CleanWhite LEDs use a patented combination of 405nm and 470nm light spectrums to deliver safe, continuous disinfection of both air and surfaces while people remain present. The system produces no UV radiation and no ozone.

Third-party testing has demonstrated that CleanWhite technology can eliminate more than 99% of pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, molds, and biofilms on surfaces. “We can impact the process from the very start, all the way through full processing,” Higgins said. “They’re lights that are working for you all the time.”

A holistic approach to food and worker safety

IllumiPure’s lighting solution addresses food safety from multiple angles. By continuously disinfecting air and surfaces, it strengthens hygiene across the entire processing chain—from manufacturing and packaging facilities to retail environments. “We can impact the process from the very start, all the way through full processing, and right up to grocery stores,” Higgins explained. “We are that product that everybody takes for granted.”

According to Higgins, that is precisely where IllumiPure’s strength lies. “Everybody looks at lights and thinks, ‘They’re just lights.’ But our lights aren’t just lights—they’re lights that are working for you all the time,” he emphasized. “They can help improve the overall safety of the entire plant and the food itself, while also building a reputation that safety comes first.”

Entering the Indian food manufacturing landscape

Indusfood Manufacturing marked IllumiPure’s first participation in a food manufacturing exhibition, making the event particularly significant for the company’s entry into the Indian market.
“We are working with a few companies in India,” Higgins shared. “We’re really just introducing ourselves to India. Honestly, this is the first time we have participated in a food manufacturing show.”

The platform enabled IllumiPure to engage directly with Indian processors, manufacturers, and supply-chain stakeholders. “Our technology is already used in schools, hospitals, and many other places, and it absolutely should be used in food manufacturing,” Higgins said. “They all have the same fears and the same desire—safety. So the question is, why wouldn’t you start with your lighting?”

Innovation rooted in complete control

One of IllumiPure’s strongest differentiators is its vertically integrated approach to research, development, and manufacturing. “Our products are patented worldwide. We really don’t have a true competitor because others can’t do what we do,” Higgins stated.

While some market players offer purple disinfection lighting, Higgins pointed out their limitations.
“You can’t work under it—it’s purple and it’s not safe,” he said.

IllumiPure maintains full control over its production process—from semiconductor packaging to the finished fixture. “We package the semiconductors, apply the phosphor and silicates, and manufacture the LED in Houston, Texas. Our quality control is second to none,” Higgins added.

This end-to-end control ensures consistency, reliability, and performance—critical for lighting that remains continuously active and operational.

A message to the industry

Higgins clearly and confidently explained why customers should select IllumiPure. "It’s about innovation, dedication, and shaping the future,” he said. “We aim to be the best, deliver top quality, and support our customers—because our work has far-reaching effects."

By creating safer environments, improving employee comfort and alertness, and ensuring safer food through continuous disinfection, IllumiPure delivers a solution that requires no additional steps or operational changes. “Disinfecting air and surfaces at the same time—without having to think about it—that’s what IllumiPure delivers,” Higgins concluded. “What we can do for you is second to none.”

As the global food industry increasingly prioritizes proactive and preventive safety measures, IllumiPure’s intelligent lighting is positioning itself not just as an innovation—but as a foundational element for the factories of the future.