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How Can Dealerships Turn Vehicle Decontamination Into a Revenue-Generating Service?
Learn how dealerships can turn vehicle decontamination into a paid service using a repeatable process and Big Sky Decon UV-C vehicle technology.
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3 days ago9 min read


Why Rental and Fleet Vehicles Need a Standardized Decontamination Process
Learn how rental and fleet operators can standardize vehicle decontamination, control odors and contamination, and use UV-C as part of vehicle turnaround.
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3 days ago8 min read


Can Bacteria in Metalworking Fluid Make Workers Sick?
What Are the Health Risks of Bacteria-Contaminated Metalworking Fluid? Metalworking fluid cools and lubricates cutting operations while helping carry chips away from the work area. Water-miscible coolant also operates in an environment where bacteria and other microorganisms can grow when fluid conditions get out of control. Contaminated coolant is more than an odor problem. Workers can be exposed to metalworking fluid through skin contact, splashing, contaminated parts and e
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Oct 138 min read


Can UV-C Replace Biocides in Metalworking Coolant?
Using UV-C to Treat Coolant: A Few Questions Answered UV-C can be an effective part of metalworking coolant maintenance, particularly when bacteria and persistent coolant odor are the problem. But with the Big Sky Decon Coolant Decontamination Unit, UV-C is only one part of the process. The CDU continuously pulls coolant from the machine reservoir, separates unwanted tramp oil for external collection, exposes the circulating coolant to UV-C to address odor-causing bacteria, a
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Oct 137 min read


What Are the Health Risks of Bacteria-Contaminated Metalworking Fluid?
Learn the health risks linked to bacteria-contaminated metalworking fluid and how better coolant management can reduce microbial growth and odors.
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Oct 87 min read


Keep Your Coolant. Cut Your Costs. Meet Big Sky Decon’s CDU.
What would your shop save if you could extend the life of your coolant while cutting disposal costs, maintenance labor, and machine downtime? Big Sky Decon’s CDU Big Sky Decon’s Coolant Decontamination Unit (CDU) brings a new approach to coolant maintenance: a skimmer, deodorizer, and coolant cleaner in one portable system. It removes tramp oil and treats bacteria responsible for that familiar rotten egg smell, helping you keep coolant in service longer. Clients using Big Sk
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Sep 292 min read


What Causes Foul Odors in Coolant Tanks?
Odors in Coolant Tanks
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Sep 284 min read


Can UV-C Help Butcher Shops Meet USDA Standards?
UV-C technology can help a butcher shop or meat-processing facility strengthen its sanitation program, but a UV-C system does not create USDA compliance by itself.
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Sep 2612 min read


Why Does Metalworking Coolant Go Bad & How Can It be Fixed?
Big Sky Decon developed its Coolant Decontamination Unit, or CDU, specifically to help machine shops manage contaminated coolant by circulating the fluid, separating tramp oil, treating odor-causing bacteria with UV-C, and returning the treated coolant to the machine.
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Sep 218 min read


Is UV-C or Chemical Cleaning Better for Tactical Gear?
UV-C vs. Chemical Wipes for Tactical Gear: Why the Decontamination System Matters Tactical equipment creates a difficult decontamination problem. Body armor, plate carriers, duty belts, helmets, communications equipment, gloves, pouches, straps, buckles, and other gear are made from different materials and have surfaces that can be difficult to reach. At the same time, this equipment may be exposed to blood, saliva, sweat, bodily fluids, bacteria, viruses, and other contamina
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Sep 169 min read


Can UV-C Kill Listeria and E. Coli?
Can UV-C Light Reduce Listeria and E. Coli Risk in a Butcher Shop? UV-C light can reduce the risk posed by Listeria, E. Coli, and other microorganisms in butcher shops and meat-processing spaces. The catch is that it needs to deliver the right UV-C dose to the right surfaces. Turning on a light and hoping for the best isn't a sanitation plan. Research supported by the USDA has found that UV-C can inactivate foodborne pathogens on foods and food-contact surfaces. UV-C Kill Lis
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Sep 164 min read


Are Holding Cells a Biohazard Risk?
Why Booking Rooms and Holding Cells Are a Hidden Biohazard Risk for Deputies and how Big Sky Decon can alleviate risk
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Sep 75 min read


How Do You Decontaminate a K9 After Drug Exposure?
How Do You Safely Decontaminate a K9 After Narcotics Exposure? A police K9 doesn't have to ingest a bag of narcotics for a scene to become a veterinary emergency. Working dogs search with their noses close to floors, vehicles, packages, clothing, and other surfaces where an unknown drug may be present. Powder can also remain on the coat or paws, creating a secondary contamination problem for the handler. NIOSH guidance specifically recognizes working dogs, especially police K
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Sep 37 min read


What Should a Fentanyl Exposure Protocol Include?
What Should a Department's Fentanyl Exposure Response Protocol Include in 2026? A fentanyl exposure protocol response shouldn't begin after an officer, firefighter, EMT, or evidence technician believes they've been exposed. By then, people need clear instructions, not uncertainty. Departments whose personnel may encounter illicit fentanyl or other unknown drugs need procedures covering the entire incident: recognizing the hazard, selecting PPE, controlling the scene, respondi
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Sep 17 min read


From Texas Jails to Montana Homes: See What's New
It has been a busy summer at Big Sky Decon. From expanding into Texas to helping manufacturers reduce operating costs and solving persistent odor problems in Missoula homes, our technology continues to make an impact across multiple industries. BIG SKY DECON ADDS A NEW LAW ENFORCEMENT PARTNER IN TEXAS The Hays County Sheriff’s Office recently deployed three Big Sky Decon Area Decon Units inside its corrections facility. Correctional environments routinely encounter bodily flu
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Aug 242 min read


Can UV-C Light Really Decontaminate a Police Uniform After Blood Exposure?
Can UV-C decontaminate a police uniform after blood exposure? See how UV-C works on pathogens and where it fits into law enforcement decon protocols.
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Aug 96 min read


How Long Does Fentanyl Residue Stay Active in a Patrol Car?
Learn how long fentanyl residue can persist in a patrol car and what law enforcement should know about vehicle decontamination.
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Aug 95 min read


Big Sky Decon Services | Odor Removal, Mold Treatment, and Biohazard Decontamination
At Big Sky Decon, we specialize in restoring homes, apartments, vehicles, and commercial spaces using advanced, chemical-free UV-C decontamination technology. Whether you're preparing a property for sale, dealing with stubborn pet odors, or need a healthier, fresher environment, we're here to help. Our Services Include: Pet Odor Elimination Cigarette & Smoke Odor Removal Surface Mold Treatment Biohazard & Bodily Fluid Decontamination Drug & Narcotic Residue Decontamination Ba
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Jul 61 min read


Big Sky Decon Expands Across Law Enforcement, Manufacturing, Restoration, and Food Processing
Big Sky Decon continues to expand its reach across multiple industries by providing advanced UV-C decontamination technology designed to eliminate bacteria, viruses, odors, and environmental contaminants. From protecting law enforcement officers to improving manufacturing efficiency and supporting homeowners with restoration services, Big Sky Decon systems are being deployed nationwide to create safer environments. Our mission is to provide portable, effective, and chemical-f
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Mar 113 min read


Big Sky Decon: Safeguarding Law Enforcement Through Advanced Decontamination Solutions
In today’s ever-evolving public safety landscape, law enforcement officers face more than just visible threats. They face unseen...
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Jul 10, 20252 min read
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