ASafe water is something to be desired for everyone and concern for governments and citizens alike. With many regulations, treatments, and procedures people are putting forth all efforts to safeguard and monitor what’s in our drinking water. With the many solutions to keep the water pure and healthy, there is an option for all households to ensure pure water. We at AAA Water Team would like to elaborate on the contaminants removed from the water during the reverse osmosis treatment process.
Reverse Osmosis Removes Bacteria, Chemicals & Other Contaminants
Since 1959, reverse osmosis (RO) technology has been around. Of the water filtration methods available, it is one of the most convenient, cost effective, and efficient. Filtered water is among the purest after reverse osmosis treatment. Many leading bottled water manufacturers use this technology due to its effectiveness. Reverse osmosis biggest ability is the removal of harmful contaminants. With a wide range of contaminants, there is no other process that can remove such a broad spectrum of undesirable elements. A large variety of harmful bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and chemicals contaminants is removed by reverse osmosis systems, they include the follow examples below.
Can Reverse Osmosis Remove Bacteria from Water?
These single celled organisms can be found nearly everywhere, in water especially. Though not all bacteria bad, some kind b extremely hazardous. People can become sick from the disease-causing bacteria produce powerful toxins that attack cells. Harmful bacteria to people include E. coli, Shigella, Campylobacter, and Salmonella.
Does Reverse Osmosis Remove Pesticides, Fluoride & Other Chemicals?
Chemicals such as sodium, copper, chromium, chloride, and lead are removed through reverse osmosis. Families of either aqueous salts or metal ions is where these chemicals are categorized under. Radium, magnesium, sulfate, fluoride, calcium, arsenic, potassium, phosphorus and nitrates, and other chemicals can also be removed during Reverse Osmosis.
Protozoa Removed from Reverse Osmosis
This group is comprised of single celled microscopic animals. Because they can lead to serious diseases, some protozoa are harmful to humans. The two of the most notorious protozoa are Cryptosporidium and Giardia and both of these are issued a health advisory from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Does Reverse Osmosis Remove Viruses?
Much smaller than bacteria, viruses are biological agents. They invade a host to survive, which are people in this scenario. Once inside your cells, the viruses reproduce exact copies. Illnesses strike quickly since the reproduce at an astonishing rate. Some well-known examples of viruses in water include Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Rotavirus and Enteric.
Reverse Osmosis Water Filter Principle
Simplifying the reverse osmosis process involves placing the water you want to decontaminate placed under pressure. The pressurized water is forced against a membrane that passes some constituents in the water and keeps others out. The water passes through to the other side from where the membrane blocks the harmful contaminants on one side, the dirty side. Standard systems include filters and pre-filters, pump, and membranes.
Advantages of Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment
They are both applicable in homes and business. Since they are so compact, they are fitted under the kitchen sink. With simple installation and low maintenance, this user-friendly option offers an effective solution to ensure the water is clean and pure. With proper maintenance and care, depending on the model invested, Reverse Osmosis systems last 15 to 25 years. The primary maintenance needs include replacing the filter and membrane accordingly.
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If your Florida home or business is in need of water treatment enhancements, or you are unsure the water is in need of assistance, contact AAA Water Team for your reverse osmosis system or comprehensive water test where we can guide you to the water treatments you need. Contact us today!
