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Hygiene in retail stores

Contact points, air movement, customer traffic—and what spreads through the air

Many people come together every day in supermarkets, drugstores, shopping centers, and checkout areas. Aerosols, germs, viruses, and odors spread quickly through the air in enclosed spaces. Air quality is a key hygiene factor, especially in places with high visitor traffic, such as checkout counters, fresh food counters, and entrances.

oxytec air purifiers with UV-C or plasma technology sterilize and filter the air in real time – invisibly, safely, and efficiently. They ensure noticeably fresher air and greater protection for customers and employees.

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Typical problem areas in retail and food service

Problem area Typical stresses Consequences
Cash register and entrance areas Aerosols, germs, customer traffic Increased risk of infection, poor air quality
Service counters/fresh food areas Odors, microorganisms, humidity Odor nuisance, hygiene problems
Break rooms for employees Germs, odors, poor ventilation Risk of infection, uncomfortable indoor climate
Cooling areas & back zones Bioaerosols, condensation, germs Hygiene problems, spoilage, legal complaints

Why choose Oxytec for hygienic shopping environments?

Plasma technology removes odors and pollutants
UV-C indoor devices reduce germs in real time
Energy-efficient operation – possible 24/7
Ideal for existing rooms and retrofit projects
Low-maintenance solutions for supermarkets, kiosks, and food service areas

Legal requirements

Workplace Ordinance (ArbStättV)

  • Air quality requirements for customer and work areas
  • Employer’s duty to protect employees

HACCP concept & Food Hygiene Regulation

  • Air as a hygiene factor in food
  • Oxytec solutions as a technical hygiene measure

IfSG (Infection Protection Act)

  • Minimization of infection risks through technical systems
  • Relevance during pandemics and cold seasons

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  • Reliably breaks down odors and organic residues
  • Ideal for fresh food areas, delicatessens, and catering areas
  • Can be combined with air ducting systems or used in a decentralized manner

Cleanair

  • Discreet integration into ceilings or ventilation systems
  • Ideal for 24-hour markets and modern store concepts
  • Modularly scalable for large and small areas

Typical areas of application

  • Supermarkets and grocery stores
  • Delicatessens and service counters
  • Gas stations with food service
  • Self-service bakeries and bakery shops
  • Drugstores with high customer traffic

Why choose Oxytec for hygienic shopping environments?

Plasma technology removes odors and pollutants
UV-C indoor devices reduce germs in real time
Energy-efficient operation – possible 24/7
Ideal for existing rooms and retrofit projects
Low-maintenance solutions for supermarkets, kiosks, and food service areas

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

How can germs, viruses, and odors be effectively reduced in sales rooms?

oxytec relies on certified UV-C and plasma air purifiers that:

  • Deactivate aerosols and germs in real time
  • Neutralize odors and VOCs from service counters, checkout areas, and cold rooms
  • Are designed for continuous operation in customer traffic

This creates a hygienically safe indoor climate – for customers and employees alike.

Which technology is suitable for which area?
  • UV-C technology: Germ reduction in checkout areas, counters, and refrigerated areas
  • Plasma technology: Odor elimination in fresh food areas and break rooms
  • Combination systems: For sales rooms with complex air pollution

All systems can be flexibly integrated into the building structure—even in existing store concepts.

How can air purification be integrated into existing store concepts?

oxytec systems are:

  • Space-saving and modular – as a ceiling module, wall unit, or duct installation
  • Ideal for retrofitting without major modifications
  • Can be combined with existing ventilation systems

This keeps conversion times to a minimum while maximizing benefits.

Is operation safe and unobtrusive during opening hours?

Yes, all Oxytec solutions are:

  • Certified for use in occupied rooms
  • Whisper quiet and visually discreet
  • Equipped with safety shut-off, sensors, or ozone recirculation

Risk-free and continuous operation is possible at all times.

What about maintenance? Are there any follow-up costs?

The devices are designed for low-maintenance continuous operation:

  • UV-C tubes: Replacement every 8,000–12,000 operating hours
  • Plasma modules: maintenance-free or with replaceable core element, depending on type
  • Filters (optional): 1–2 times per year as needed

We offer maintenance contracts or training for in-house services on request.

What legal requirements does Oxytec technology support?

Our systems help you comply with:

  • Workplace Ordinance (ArbStättV): Air quality requirements for employees
  • Infection Protection Act (IfSG): Germ reduction in customer contact areas
  • Food Hygiene Regulation & HACCP concepts: Air as a hygiene factor

We offer suitable technical evidence for food businesses and retail chains.

Are there any funding opportunities for air purification in retail?

In certain cases, yes, e.g.:

  • Energy efficiency or ventilation technology programs
  • Regional subsidies for hygienic retrofitting
  • Subsidies for infection control in public areas

We are happy to assist you with subsidy advice and applications.