How Do UV Disinfection Systems Work?
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 9/4/2024 to
UV System Education
The purpose of UV disinfection is the inactivation of harmful bacteria, viruses and dangerous parasitic protozoa such as cryptosporidium and giardia occurring at the point of contact between UV rays and water inside of a stainless steel chamber.
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UV vs UV-LED Systems - Comparison
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 3/15/2023 to
UV System Education
This article examines two different types of residential ultraviolet disinfection systems in an attempt to identify the long term operating costs of each and the environmental impacts associated with their operation.
Best UV Systems in Canada for 2023
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 1/15/2023 to
UV System Education
Choosing an ultra violet disinfection system to treat your water can be a challenging and complicated purchase as there are many different models on the market. How do you know what system to trust with your water quality?
Ultraviolet (UV) vs Reverse Osmosis (RO)
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 8/27/2022 to
UV System Education
This comparison of Ultraviolet Disinfection and Reverse Osmosis highlights two of the most common types of systems that are commonly installed in rural and municipal water source applications.
UV - Water Cross Contamination
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 9/27/2021 to
UV System Education
Water cross contamination occurs when a water source containing bacteria is allowed to pass through the UV chamber and out into the water piping of an establishment or residence.
Best Residential UV Systems of 2020
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 11/19/2020 to
UV System Education
Choosing an ultra violet disinfection system to treat your water can be a challenging and complicated purchase as there are many different models on the market. How do you know what system to trust with your water quality?
UV Education Quartz Sleeves
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 1/29/2020 to
UV System Education
An often overlooked or unknown component of a UV system is the quartz sleeve / dome. It’s purpose is to act as a protective shield, preventing water from coming in contact with the electrically charged UV lamp.
Deciding Where to Purchase a UV Lamp
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 12/30/2019 to
UV System Education
As the popularity of UV systems have increased, there has been an influx of “knock off” or non manufacturer replacement UV lamps (bulbs) on the market, which can compromise the output of the system and consequently water safety.
