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Ultraviolet (UV) Disinfection of Water

Over the last 25 years the use of Ultra Violet Disinfection Systems has become common place for keeping bacteria out of rural water supplies. If you own a home in the country, it is very likely that a UV System (also known as Blue Light or Sterilizer) is installed either at the kitchen sink or where the water enters the house.

Inactivation of harmful bacteria, viruses and dangerous parasitic protozoa such as Cryptosporidium and Giardia occurs at the point of contact between UV Rays and water inside of a stainless steel chamber. An Ultra Violet Lamp is the source of the UV Ray and radiates 360 degrees through a Quartz Sleeve which protects the lamp from coming in contact with water.

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The benefit of this type of disinfection process is the instant neutralization of microorganisms preventing them from causing any harm. The process adds no by-products to the water. Today’s market for UV Systems is diverse and can often be challenging for an average homeowner to understand the water quality, maintenance and operational requirements to keep the water safe.

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The Controversy of UV Disinfection

Posted by Jeff Wahl on 4/5/2025 to UV System Education

UV disinfection is an essential tool for water safety, but it is not a comprehensive solution. While it effectively neutralizes microbial threats, it does not remove harmful chemicals or physical contaminants.

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Best UV Systems in Canada for 2025

Posted by Jeff Wahl on 1/18/2025 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?

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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.

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Best UV Systems in Canada for 2023

Posted by Jeff Wahl on 1/15/2023 to UV System Education

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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.

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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.

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