Harness the power of ozone as a potent oxidant capable of eradicating microorganisms resistant to other treatments. Purifico’s ozone technology stands out for its ability to disinfect without leaving harmful residues, ensuring safety for crops, livestock, and the environment. Let us handle the complexities of water chemistry with expert assessments, tailored solutions, and ongoing support for your success.
Ozone kills microbes in various ways, due to the fact that it is such a reactive molecule that can oxidize many biomolecules or parts of an organism. There are many other biological processes interrupted by ozone, however it is generally accepted that ozone disinfection functions mainly by:
The concentration of ozone that can be dissolved into solution is critical, since lower concentrations lead to slower and less complete disinfection. For this reason, it is important to use generators that produce high purity ozone, and injectors that dissolve ozone into water efficiently. Purifico prides itself on using the best equipment and technologies to maximize the disinfecting power of our systems.
Water quality parameters like pH, water temperature, and BOD or COD (biological or chemical oxygen demand) impact the required CT values for disinfection, and therefore the amount of ozone that needs to be supplied. Like any water treatment options, the susceptibility to ozone will vary from one organisms to another. Unlike other disinfection products, ozone’s high potency allows for effective eradication of pathogens with a smaller amount, making it practical and safe to fully disinfect your water.
Water with high levels of organic matter or other ozone-neutralizing content such as carbonates or bicarbonates will require more ozone for disinfection. The impact of natural organic matter on ozone stability is complex and depends on the specific location and season, making it difficult to generalize ozone demands from one facility to another. Ozone disinfection is more effective under acidic conditions, so a higher CT value is needed to disinfect alkaline water. Temperature affects the required CT value differently depending on the target pathogen. For example, bacteria and bacterial spores are inactivated more efficiently at low temperatures, whereas the inverse is true for viruses.
