Benefit of UV Technology for aquatic applications

The use of Ultraviolet disinfection for swimming pools applications worldwide is growing fast. From small swimming pools, spas and hydro pools to large municipal leisure facilities and full scale water theme parks, more and more leisure operators are turning to atg UV Technology for a solution. Proven to protect against waterborne micro-organisms, including chlorine resistant strains such as Cryptosporidium, and vastly improve water and air quality, an atg UV Treatment system could be just the investment you are looking for. Visit www.atguv.com to find out more!

As water features, wave machines, flumes and splash pads raise the fun factor in swimming pools, the traditional method of disinfecting water by using chlorine is causing problems for operators and customers alike. Higher water temperatures and increased turbulence in leisure pools requires increased dosages of chlorine, leading to pool users complaining of burning eyes, red or itchy skin and an over powering chlorine smell throughout the facility. In some cases the fabric of the building has also been attacked through corrosive condensation.

The main reason for these problems is the production of chloramines in the water caused by the reaction of free chlorine residuals with organic materials, such as bacteria brought in to the environment by pool users. Whilst Ozone can be successful at reducing chloramine levels, both the installation and operation is extremely expensive and requires skilled personnel to operate the plant, again driving up operating costs.

The swimming pool industry has therefore, been seeking alternative ways of disinfecting water and reducing the organic loading of water. Ultraviolet treatment provides the perfect answer. UV wavelengths between 240 and 280 nanometres deactivate all micro-organisms, particularly Pseudomonas (SP) and Ecoli. Manufacturers such as atg UV can incorporate UV systems into existing control strategies to protect against micro-organisms including Chlorine resistant pathogens such as cryptosporidium

Additionally a correctly sized UV treatment system reduces chloramines, the compound responsible for skin irritations, red eye and the often overpowering chlorine smell. The result is safe, glacier clear sparkling water, fresh air and happy customers. Additionally operators worldwide have reported a significant drop in combined chlorine levels, chlorine smell and a large reduction in the need for taxing back washing and shock treatments following a UV installation.

atg UV, an industry leader in the UV industry have provided over 1500 UV treatment systems for aquatic applications worldwide, and have warranted their success in the leisure industry to their break through Inline ECF system range which was designed and engineered specifically to suit aquatic applications such as swimming pools, spa's, splash pads and hydro pools.

The ECF range offers operators an exceptionally compact solution that provides a high-output, allows for ease of installation/maintenance and minimizes pressure drops. When coupled with atg UV's SPECTRA control system, operators can view information on UV dose and lamp intensity, whilst a built in data logger stores performance data which can be easily downloaded to a PC or Laptop for review. For more information call atg UV: 01942 216161