When it comes to water purification, there are a number of different issues to address. For example, the right approach for filtering out lead and other heavy metals may not work as well for killing germs. Fortunately, our team at Progressive Water Solutions LLC has extensive experience in solving all kinds of water purification problems, and we can set you up with the ideal solution for your particular needs. If you are looking for an effective way to rid your water of dangerous microorganisms, our team can provide the solution you are looking for in the form of our UV disinfection systems. In this article, we’ll go over more about how this technology works so that you can decide if it’s right for you.
What is UV Light?
To understand how UV disinfection works, you need to know about UV light. UV light is a type of electromagnetic radiation that is just outside the range of visible light, past the violet end of the spectrum.
How UV Light Provides Disinfection
What’s unique about this type of radiation is that certain wavelengths, specifically those between 200 and 300 nanometers, are capable of inactivating microorganisms and rendering them incapable of reproducing or of infecting a host. UV disinfection simply takes advantage of this ability and uses it to treat your water. The water in your pipes is exposed to UV light, which damages the DNA structures of any bacteria, protozoa, or viruses that may be present, rendering them harmless and keeping you and your loved ones safe from infectious diseases.