Ultraviolet (UV) light is electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light, but longer than x-rays. It is so named because the spectrum consists of electromagnetic waves with frequencies higher than those that humans identify as the color violet. UV light is found in sunlight and is emitted by electric arcs and specialized lights such as black lights. As an ionizing radiation it can cause chemical reactions, and causes many substances to glow or fluoresce. Most people are aware of the effects of UV through the painful condition of sunburn, but the UV spectrum has many other effects, such as the beneficial effects on human health. UV radiation can be an effective viricide and bactericide. Disinfection using UV radiation is commonly used in wastewater treatment applications and is finding an increased usage in drinking water treatment. Many bottlers of spring water use UV disinfection equipment to sterilize their water. Solar water disinfection is the process of using PET bottles and sunlight to disinfect water. New York City has approved the construction of a 2 billion US gallon per day ultraviolet drinking water disinfection facility. There are also several facilities under construction and several in operation that treat waste water with several stages of filters, hydrogen peroxide and UV light to bring the water up to drinking standards. One such facility exists in Orange County, California. NASA has examined the use of this technology, using titanium dioxide as catalyst, for breaking down harmful products in spacecraft waste water.

It used to be thought that UV disinfection was more effective for bacteria and viruses, which have more exposed genetic material, than for larger pathogens that have outer coatings or that form cyst states (e.g., Giardia) that shield their DNA from the UV light. However, it was recently discovered that ultraviolet radiation can be somewhat effective for treating the microorganism Cryptosporidium. The findings resulted in the use of UV radiation as a viable method to treat drinking water.

Using Ultra violet light in your drinking water is a safe and Non-chemical way to ensure that your family is safe from viruses and harmful bacteria that is commonly found in water.

 
Whole House Applications
VIQUA – Trojan Ultra Violet Lights

Viqua offers a nice range of products to fit your needs. Sterilight has many options as far as versatility is concerned. Whether your application needs require a very small requirement such as 1 Gpm, or a much larger 12 Gpm, Sterilight is your choice for versatility and cost effectiveness. These wonderful products can be plumbed into your existing home plumbing to help protect you from harmful bacteria and viruses.

 
Reverse Osmosis Applications
Microfilter Ultra Violet Lights

When it comes to your drinking water you cannot leave things to chance. Microfilter Ultra violet lights take the worry out of your water. These wonderful disinfection systems work in tandem with your R.O. system to provide you with the some of the cleanest water you can drink. Even if you have an existing R.O. system from us, we can add UV light to the system even after install. Call today for peace of mind.

Microfilter Ultra Violet Lights
4 WATT UV W/O BAL.-1/4″ QC 0.53 GPM
6 WATT UV W/O BAL.-1/4″ QC 1 GPM