UV vs UV-LED Systems - Comparison
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 3/15/2023 to
UV System Education
"The purchase price, including annual costs for maintenance and power consumption should be considered."
This comparison is not manufacturer specific, and is meant to highlight the differences in technology and implications for residential water treatment applications.
It is reasonable to say that LED systems save between $60 and $70 dollars per year in operating costs.
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Best UV Systems in Canada for 2023
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 1/15/2023 to
UV System Education
"Will the UV system I choose have the necessary output to deal with a high level of e.Coli or coliform bacteria?"
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? What system is right for a small cottage, average or large home?
Consult a water treatment professional if you are unsure about the proper application of any UV System.
Ultraviolet (UV) vs Reverse Osmosis (RO)
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 8/27/2022 to
UV System Education
"There are many common misconceptions about which water treatment equipment is best-suited to treat various contaminants."
The incoming water should be tested prior to the installation of a UV system or Reverse Osmosis drinking water system.
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 system"
Elements present in ground or surface water can have an impact on the UV’s ability to “see” through the water or quartz sleeve with a high enough dosage to ensure disinfection.
Best Residential UV Systems of 2020
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 11/19/2020 to
UV System Education
"Will the UV system I choose have the necessary output to deal with a high level of e.Coli or coliform bacteria?"
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? What system is right for a small cottage, average or large home?
Consult a water treatment professional if you are unsure about the proper application of any UV System.
UV Education Quartz Sleeves
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 1/29/2020 to
UV System Education
"Water quality can have an impact on your UV Quartz Sleeve and result in it becoming fouled with dirt, scaling, stains or scratches."
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. Quartz sleeves are located within the stainless steel chamber that that is part of most residential and commercial UV systems.
Many people are not aware of the protective quartz sleeve in their UV system, which is critical for water disinfection.
Deciding Where to Purchase a UV Lamp
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 12/30/2019 to
UV System Education
"A proper replacement UV lamp for your system should have manufacturer’s logos on the packaging and be sold by a company who can assist you with installation instructions, returns or any other questions you may have."
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. A good retailer of replacement UV lamps should clearly state supporting information on their website which reflects the manufacturer’s information properly.
Do not take a chance with a UV lamp that could compromise the water safety in your home, business or cottage.
UV - A Time for Change
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 10/15/2018 to
UV System Education
"The risk of bacterial contamination is just as great for one family as it is for a daycare center full of toddlers."
Sales of ultra violet disinfection systems should be by licensed dealers / retailers who educate the consumer and properly apply the equipment to incoming water quality, flow and system requirements. Almost 20 years of field experience has shown me that 8 out of every 10 UV systems are installed incorrectly, do not have the proper incoming water quality and have no monitoring or shutoff devices.
The time has come for change in the industry to ensure the safety of consumer’s drinking water.
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