8 Myths About UV Disinfection
In our previous blog, we explored more about the history to UV disinfection, taking you back to the beginning, and showing you how ultraviolet light was found as an effective water disinfection solution, dating all the way back to 1801!
Over the years many professionals have advanced UV technology’s applications and opportunities, however, this has meant that along the way a few myths have been carried through. UVO3 the UV specialists want to ensure you get your facts straight about UV disinfection.
What are the myths about UV disinfection?
- UV disinfection equipment is not energy efficient – UV disinfection requires a large amount of energy, it has low electrical efficiencies and therefore makes UV disinfection a more expensive disinfection method compared to alternatives.
- UV lamps are difficult to be disposed of due to the mercury contained inside UV lamps being hazardous to end users and the environment.
- There is a risk to users of the UV lamp as potential exposure to UV-C radiation, which also releases emissions that cause algal growth.
- UV disinfection lamps are always burning out and therefore require replacement, along with needing a significant amount of time to maintain and clean your UV disinfection system.
- UV disinfection lamps are unreliable and thus need frequent maintenance.
- UV disinfection equipment is not cost effective for virus inactivation and residual.
- Microorganisms can re-activate after undergoing UV disinfection.
- UV disinfection systems require significant validation and testing before being used in a commercial environment.
These are all myths!
All of the above are totally incorrect, UV disinfection is actually a very cost effective, reliable and an easy way to disinfect water in both a domestic and commercial environment. It is a great alternative to other disinfection methods! And although Mercury can be harmful to the environment, it is easy to responsibly dispose of your old UV lamps, just take them to your local recycling centre! You don’t have to take our word for it, discover our top 10 benefits to using UV water filters in our latest blog post.
UV Disinfection systems are:
- Energy efficient
- Reliable
- Cost effective
- User friendly
- Chemical-free
- Safe to use
- Minimal maintenance
- Clean to use
- Environmentally friendly
- FDA approved
If you’re still not convinced, read how UV disinfection treatment compares to the tried and trusted method of chlorine.
If you have any queries or concerns regarding the UV disinfection setup, maintenance, replacement parts, labour required, safety, or costs relating to UV water disinfection or other water disinfection methods, contact our team today who will be happy to answer any questions you have.
