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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Risks to Water Quality - UV Systems
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 6/9/2016 to
UV System Education
“Too often home
owners trust the water implicitly when a Residential UV System is
installed.”
When you purchased a UV System it was to protect the water in your home, cottage or business from bacteria present in water. It is likely that no one informed you of the risk associated with Power Outages or Proper Maintenance and the assumption is made that if the power light is on, the system is working properly and treating the water. This is not always the case.
There are many risks for water cross contamination in a home.
Understanding Your UV System
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 12/23/2014 to
UV System Education
“Trusted for bacteria removal, do you know what is required?”
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.
All ultra violet disinfection systems require proper maintenance and setup to be effective.