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Ultraviolet Systems
The idea of UV disinfection comes to us from nature. The sun's rays contain UV light - the same UV light that is used in ultraviolet systems to disinfect our water supply. There is a growing need for a proven, environmentally-friendly disinfection system to disinfect our well and spring water.
We understand that providing safe drinking water for your family is a top priority for you. It is our goal to provide low-maintenance equipment that will ensure that your drinking water is safe.
How does UV light work?
UV technology can be more effective than chemicals in destroying certain waterborne contaminants without altering the taste of the water. This makes it a practical process for treating water that is used for drinking and food preparation.
UV light disinfects by penetrating microorganisms and disrupting their DNA, preventing them from multiplying. The only function of a microorganism is to breed and produce colonies this is why when we ingest microorganisms they make us sick. These organisms get into our intestinal system, begin to breed and produce colonies which cause our bodies to react trying to get rid of this invasion. This is the reason why bacteriological contamination is almost always associated with occurrences of diarrhea. A microorganism which cannot breed is of no concern.
UV light is similar to light from the sun and must be treated as such. The purple blue glow coming from your UV lamp is not the light that is targeting the bacteria as UV light is non-visible. The purple blue light is simply there to indicate that the lamp is ON. One must be careful not to expose themselves to the UV lamp as they can harm their eyes as well as expose themselves to a skin burn similar to a sun burn in the summer. A UV lamp remains ON 24 hours per day, 7 days a week and must be replaced once a year as the UV light will begin to deplete over time. This is a crucial point when considering a UV system for water treatment.
All UV systems are rated for a specific flow rate at specific water quality parameters. Please be aware of what your system is rated for. All systems are rated to deliver a certain amount of energy based on the rate of flow that the water is passing by the lamp. If too much flow is passed through the UV system your water will be compromised as the UV energy level being delivered will be decreased.
Why do I need that filter in front of the UV lamp?
Plainly speaking, that filter removes any particles that happen to be in the water and that may obstruct the UV light from "doing its job" - disrupting the DNA of microorganisms that could cause harm.
Why do I need to have the UV lamp on softened water?
Any UV lamp will put off heat as a by-product. This heat causes the Ca+ and Mg+ ions that make up what is generally termed "hardness" to precipitate and will cause the Calcium and Magnesium to coat the glass surrounding the UV bulb. If there is iron in the water, it will also do the same. Eventually, this will completely block the UV light, effectively eliminating the light altogether.?What maintenance is needed for this equipment?
The manufacturer recommends annual UV bulb changes. At the same time, we also suggest that the glass that protects the bulb be examined for cloudiness or anything that may block the light. This can be done by either the homeowner or a service person. We carry replacement bulbs for the equipment that we install and can get replacements for many other brands.