UV Disinfection
Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI) is a non-chemical disinfection method that uses short wavelength ultraviolet (UV-C) light to kill or inactivate microorganisms within a liquid, gas or on a surface. This is achieved by destroying nucleic acids and disrupting their DNA, leaving them unable to perform vital cellular functions or render them unable to reproduce.
Advantages of Ultraviolet Disinfection:
- Fast Kinetics: Application of UV light initiates a reaction almost immediately
- No Toxic By-Products: Does not produce any toxic byproducts like those produced when chlorine is used as a disinfectant in drinking water applications. UV does not alter the taste of water or introduce odor. It also will not remove beneficial mineral content.
- Safe and Chemical Free: UV does not introduce any of the hazards associated with chemicals. It is deemed as environmentally responsible.
- Furthermore, UV technology is used and trusted globally to disinfect drinking water and wastewater. UV technology is deployed in a multitude of industrial and commercial processes including food & beverage, hospitals, pharmaceutical manufacturing, recreation water and semiconductor manufacturing.