Legionella Removal from Water
Understanding the Legionella Contaminant
Legionella is a pathogenic bacterium commonly found in freshwater environments. It poses significant health risks when inhaled through water droplets, potentially leading to Legionnaires' disease, a severe form of pneumonia. Contaminated water systems in buildings, including cooling towers, showers, and faucets, can harbor Legionella, making proper treatment essential to prevent outbreaks.
Solutions for Removal
- UV Disinfection: Destroys Legionella bacteria using ultraviolet light.
- Chlorination: Employs chlorine to kill and control bacterial growth.
- Copper-Silver Ionization: Releases ions that disrupt bacterial cell walls, preventing Legionella proliferation.
- Thermal Treatment: Involves raising water temperatures to lethal levels for Legionella.
Applications
Legionella removal is vital in hospitals, hotels, office buildings, and other facilities where water systems are prone to bacterial growth.
Benefits of Removal
- Prevents Legionnaires' disease outbreaks
- Ensures compliance with health regulations
- Protects public health and safety
Mueller Water Solutions
Mueller Water offers customized Legionella removal systems, including UV disinfection, chlorination, and copper-silver ionization, tailored to your facility's needs.
Contact Us
For effective Legionella control, contact Mueller Water today. Our team is ready to provide solutions that ensure the safety and quality of your water systems.
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