So I was thinking if I was to walk up the a Kooler Ice machine and see the five step water treatment sign, I would wonder what actually happens in all the steps. I feel that a knowledgeable consumer can make the most informed decision about the water and ice that they are putting into themselves and their families bodies. That being said in the next few posts Ill briefly outline what happens at each step working back to the source of our water.
The ultraviolet(UV) process is one our most important steps for sanitation. I have pulled some information from the National Environmental Services Center. This group posts "Tech Briefs" discussing many aspects of water treatment. The NESC says:
What is UV disinfection?
UV light, which continues to be a reliable means of disinfection, involves exposing contaminated water to radiation from UV light. The treatment works because UV light penetrates an organism’s cell walls and disrupts the cell’s genetic material, making reproduction impossible.
Now that not to say our water is contaminated or that this step is even necessary but it is an added step giving the you, the customer, added value and security.
UV also has many advantages such as removing bad tastes by neutralizing organic material, no toxic residual, no added smells or tastes, and little if no impact on environment. I could not personally recommend a better final treatment. That is why I chose to work backwards. I feel it so important to stress the safety of this water before any step that removes minerals or tastes. I put the health of my customers at the forfront of my business and look forward to serving the City of Merkel and surrounding communities the safest and healthiest water around.
Thanks,
John Lopez
