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Home is where the heart is. Once you move into a new house, you think about upgrading the kitchen because you don’t like the layout, or painting the living room a bright and refreshing color.

Most people don’t think about the water supply or how dangerous it could be if the water is bad.

The only time most people would notice if the water is bad is if it changes to an off color and it isn’t clear anymore.  There are so many health consequences of drinking, bathing, or just washing your dishes in bad water while you are at home.

THESE HEALTH HAZARDS ARE OUTLINED BELOW:

First of all, what could be possibly in your water at home that could make you sick? There are multiple contaminants to be concerned about actually: bacteria, total coliforms, E. coli, nitrates, as well as herbicides and pesticides.

• If the water at your home tests positive for bacteria it is not safe to drink until the issue is fixed and the well is disinfected. If your water has no bacteria measured, it still may not be safe to drink. Total coliform bacteria, if present, indicate that disease-causing organisms (such as bacteria, viruses, parasites) could potentially be present in your water supply.
• If E. coli is found in your water supply, this indicates that human sewage or animal feces are contaminating your water supply. Nitrates are most commonly found in rural areas where farming is present; it is most damaging to infants to be contaminated by this.
• Lastly, herbicides and pesticides can be present in your water supply from agricultural reasons or general household use.

Most homeowners think that if their water is clear and quenches thirst that the supply is just fine.

You could not be more wrong. In fact, most of the time when your water is contaminated it is clear, tasteless and odorless. If you do notice a small change in the water, it could be a cause for concern.

So what are the health consequences if you, your family and friends drink water that is contaminated? There are plenty.

The health effects can range anywhere from nothing to mild stomach pain to even death.  The side effects could not even be brought on for years, take immediate effect, or they could not be noticed at all.

Some illnesses that are caused by contaminated water include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. Others illnesses include skin rashes, cancer (such as leukemia), reproduction issues (such as infertility), and developmental issues can occur if someone is exposed to the contaminated water for an extended period of time.

The true life story turned into a movie, about the effects of a bad drinking water supply is the Oscar Winning film “Erin Brockovich” where Erin’s investigation uncovered that Pacific Gas & Electric (PG & E) had been poisoning the small town of Hinkley’s Water supply for over 30 years. PG & E had been found for leaking toxic Chromium 6 into the ground water. This poison affected the health of the entire population of Hinkley, California.

Members of this community suffered from cancer, birth defects, and other such medical issues. In 1996, as a result of the largest direct action lawsuit of its kind, spearheaded by Erin Brockovich and Ed Masry, PG & E was forced to pay out the largest toxic tort injury settlement in US history: $333 million in damages to more than 600 Hinkley residents.

There are lots of factors as to how hard the effects of drinking contaminated water will affect your overall health.

How old someone is, the contamination level, overall health of a person, the type of contaminant, and how long the person has been drinking the contaminated water for.

If you suspect that your water is contaminated who is responsible for fixing it? If the well your water comes from is privately owned, you are responsible for taking care of the issue on your own.

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations that protect public drinking water systems are not responsible for the maintenance of private wells. It is recommended that owners of private wells should check every year for mechanical problems, cleanliness, and the presence of coliform bacteria, nitrates, and any other contaminants of local concern.

A local health department or water well systems professional can help ensure delivery of high-quality water from an existing well or if needed, help locate and construct a new well in a safer area.

If you are concerned about the safety of the water in your home after reading this article, there is no harm in checking if your water is safe.

 

To do so, you can contact your local health department. If they cannot assist you, you can contact the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (800) 426-4791 for a state certified laboratory to find out the next steps in your area.

Ozone Pure Water filtering systems can provide you with cleaner and healthier drinking water in your home, building or office.

At Ozone Pure Water, we are offering our customers an extensive inventory of filtration systems that are ready for immediate delivery to our clients.

To find the most efficient methods of water filtration for you, Ozone Pure Water is constantly investing in research and development. For more information, please contact us at 1-800-633-8469 today!

There are many claims out there discussing how to raise IQ levels in children and young adolescents. Eat this, drink that, take this supplement, and so on.

However, did you ever think that drinking filtered tap water might just be the trick to increasing intellectual ability? Recent studies have said so.

Chinese biology and environment experts have conducted a study to examine the benefits of drinking filtered tap water as opposed to bottled and unfiltered tap water.

WHILE THERE IS STILL A BIT OF SKEPTICISM ABOUT THIS, HERE’S WHAT THE STUDY FOUND:

Filtered tap water was the richest in essential minerals and the lowest in contaminant levels in comparison to their counterparts, bottled and unfiltered tap water.

Essential minerals are known to improve child development and memory.

The participants of this study were two generations of rats.

The two generations were given five different types of water: unfiltered tap, filtered tap, bottled, artificial mineralized bottled and natural bottled.

AS THE STUDY PROGRESSED, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE RAT PUPS WHOSE MOTHER THAT HAD DRUNK THE FILTERED TAP WATER SHOWED THE HIGHEST IN SPATIAL LEARNING AND MEMORY.

The true test was by way of the Morris water maze. The rats had to find their way through a water tank by following various cues.

The end result was that the rats that drank filtered water found their way out more efficiently than the rats who drank from the other four types of water.

Interesting enough, we are seeing more and more companies and the residential communities turn to filtered water systems.

Water consumption is based largely on preference, but it is the studies such as the one noted above, that give us a glimpse into why it is a good idea to switch to a filtered water system.

With advanced technology today, a water filtration system is one that does not require much maintenance, replacement or re-fills, drinking crisp, clean, and refreshing water is really all you have to do.

Ozone Pure Water has a wealth of experience in water filtration and provides the most useful and manageable system yet. Contact us at 1.800.633.8469 today to learn more.

Most of the time, we can trust that our tap water is safe enough to drink and cook with. When tap water becomes unsafe to drink, residents should be notified to immediately to stop using it, but that was not the case for the people of Flint, Michigan.

Residents are now being given bottled water and water filters, but the damage to the health of the city’s residents, especially the children, has been already compromised.

So how did it all begin? In 2014, the state of Michigan stepped in to help Flint get out from under the dangerous financial position the city was in.

To save money, the state thought it’d be a wise choice to switch Flint’s water supply from Lake Huron (which they pay Detroit for) to the Flint River.

THE FLINT RIVER IS A TRIBUTARY THAT RUNS THROUGH THE TOWN AND IS KNOWN TO THE RESIDENTS FOR ITS FILTH.

Resident worries were put to rest by the state that the water was ok to drink temporarily as a new state-run supply line to Lake Huron was ready to be connected. The state estimated the project to take two years.

Shortly after the water switch, residents started noticing that the tap water smelled, and tasted wrong and even claimed it looked dirty. Skepticism got the best of Virginia Tech researchers and visited Flint to test the resident’s tap water for possible contaminants. The researcher’s findings were both astounding and terrifying.

It was determined initially that the water had iron in it, in fact, 19 times more so than the Lake Huron supply.  It was discovered that the state’s Department of Environmental Quality wasn’t treating the Flint River water with an anti-corrosive agent, which is in violation of federal law. The iron was eroding the water mains, which gave it a brown appearance.

A short while later, it was also determined that there was lead in the water. Due to the fact that half of the service lines to homes in Flint are comprised of lead and since the Flint River water wasn’t treated prior to the line connection, lead began to leach into the water supply.

At first, state officials looked past the skepticism and initial research conducted and continued to assure the resident the water was fine.

It wasn’t until a local pediatrician did her own research by examining child lead levels from state required testing and noting that levels had doubled and even tripled, only then the state and city got serious.

NOW FLINT RESIDENTS ARE FEELING THE EFFECTS OF DRINKING UNSAFE TAP WATER.

So, what do iron and lead do to our health and water supply? Let’s first take a look at iron.

IRON IN THE WATER SUPPLY:

• Produces orange and red stains on laundry, in the toilets, sinks, on dishes and in the dishwasher.
• It darkens liquor mixes
• Creates a metallic taste, musty/metallic odor
• Encrusts pipes and water heaters
• You would have to consume an unreasonable amount of water for the iron to cause damage to your health
• Iron in a water supply results in very costly repairs

LEAD IN WATER SUPPLY:

• Typically, lead found in tap water comes in two ways, corrosion of older fixtures or from the solder that connects pipes. If water sits in leaded pipes for hours, the lead can leach into the water supply.
• You can’t taste, see, or smell lead in water
• When lead enters the body through drinking water, it can enter the bloodstream and cause a high blood lead level
• Lead in drinking water is most dangerous for small children

The EPA set the maximum contaminant level goal for lead in drinking water at zero because even at low levels, lead can be harmful to human health

For infants and small children, lead exposure has been linked to damage to the central and peripheral nervous system, learning disabilities, shorter stature, impaired hearing, and impaired formation and function of blood cells.

THE BEST WAY TO DETERMINE LEAD IN THE WATER SUPPLY IS TO HAVE IT TESTED.

We are hoping that the dire situation of unsafe drinking water gets resolved quickly for the residents of Flint, Michigan.

Going forward, it is always a wise choice to have your water supply tested to determine that no harmful contaminants have leached into the water or at most, the contaminant level is within a safe range.

We don’t want to see a repeat occurrence of Flint, MI anywhere else.

Ozone Pure Water can install a whole house water treatment system that is maintenance free and completely trustworthy

The process is efficient and convenient, but 100% reliable at purifying your water supply. Ozone is a naturally occurring material that’s more efficient and cost effective to use over other chemical water treatments.

Ozone, a gas, acts as a powerful oxidant and disinfectant. When it’s injected as tiny bubbles into the water, the ozone precipitates materials such as iron, as well as destroys bacteria at the same time.

The water becomes aerated and filtered, clearing the harmful elements and leaving safe and clean water for drinking.

To learn more about our water treatment systems, contact us at 1.800.633.8469 today.

As the warmer weather approaches, we can’t help but get excited for the fact that summer will be here soon.

With that in mind, I’m sure you are beginning to think of vacations, beach days, amusement park trips, picnics in the sun, and lazy days catching rays.

While it is great planning activities for the summer months, you can’t ignore the one most important factor for having a fun filled summer, and that is drinking plenty of clean water.

STAYING HYDRATED SHOULD BE A PRIORITY ALL YEAR ROUND, BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY IN THE HEAT OF SUMMER.

Our bodies crave hydration and H2O when the sun and heat deplete them.

A surefire way to avoid dehydration is by consuming the recommended amounts of water (eight glasses with eight ounces of water).

Even if you are able to drink the right amount of water to keep hydrated, the type of water consumed cannot be overlooked.

Clean and clear water is best and when summer’s heat and humidity can produce contaminants in the water, you want to make sure your water is clean.

YOU CAN DRINK BOTTLED WATER PURCHASED FROM THE STORE, BUT WITH HIGH WATER INTAKE, BUYING WEEKLY CASES OF WATER CAN GET EXPENSIVE.

A simple, yet very effective solution to that dilemma is to install a water purifying system in your home.

Then, you will be able to pour and drink your own water at home as well as have the opportunity to fill up your own water bottles.

Installation of a water purification system will improve the taste of water, the clearness of the water as well as eliminates the possibility of bacteria growth and contaminates.

The initial cost of the system will pay for itself with years of available and cost-effective clean water to help you stay hydrated when you need it most.

If you are considering in having a new water filtration system installed, contact Ozone Pure Water at 1.800.633.8469 today.

In recent years, we are seeing and hearing how water consumption is so important for our bodies, in fact, it rates just as high as eating a healthy diet and exercising.

Trying to drink down those recommended 64 ounces of water a day can be one of those tasks that easily slip our minds and mouths and before days end, we’ve barely hit half of the recommended daily amount.

However, one way to ensure you are drinking plenty of H2O is by carrying water with you at all times, everywhere you go. Water bottles are a simple way to keep hydrated and serve as a reminder to drink up when the bottle stays in front of you.

THERE HAS BEEN SOME DEBATE OVER THE USE OF WATER THAT HAS BEEN BOTTLED FOR US. IN THE PAST, WE HAVE BEEN TOLD NOT TO DRINK BOTTLED WATER BECAUSE OF PROBLEMS SUCH AS:

• There was the scare of cancer induced plastic threat with bottles that were not BPA free.
• Then we were told drinking tap water is better for our teeth than bottled water because of the fluoride natural in bottled water.
• Also, some brands of bottled water are just glorified tap water but much, much more expensive.
• Not all bottled water bottles are recycled. Some are “down-cycled” where they get lost in the shuffle and become toxins from degrading plastic containers that leach into the soil.

While many of those issues have been fixed and the regulations for bottling water have been tightened, there are still those who would prefer a different alternative to drinking water.

In an economy where we are conscious about the environment and wallet, we are turning more towards reusable water bottles to fill with regular and/or filtered tap water.

In just about home and grocery store, you will find aisles and shelves upon shelves lined with BPA-free plastic, stainless steel, and glass water bottles. Ranging from $10.00 to $30.00, different colors, styles, themes, and ounces, the options are pretty endless.

In choosing the right bottle for you, you might be looking for the one that holds the highest number of ounces, while others are looking for a brand that keeps the water the coldest. It is completely a personal preference.

One thing for sure is, you will be saving yourself much money and convenience by having your own reusable water bottle to fill at your leisure.

IF YOU ARE IN THE MIDST OF COMPARING BRANDS AND REUSABLE WATER BOTTLE PERKS, HERE IS A LIST OF 5 TOP CHOICES WE’VE GATHERED.

1. The Klean Kanteen Brand of stainless steel water bottles. There is no coating or lining to these water bottles, which eliminates the chances of melting or extreme wear from daily use/cleaning. You can use these bottles to keep the water very cold for an impressive amount of time or for heating them when cooking and purifying is a necessity. This brand uses no plastic, not even on the lids. The bottles are mainly made from stainless steel, but also from bamboo and silicone. Depending on the size you need, they range in price from $20.00 to $60.00.
2. Brita Sport Water Filter Bottle has a unique system of filtering the bottled water as you pour water from the tap into your water bottle. The filter fits easily and conveniently into the cap so that when you fill the water bottle, the water is filtered prior to making its way into the actual bottle. For refreshing tap water on the go, this bottle is certainly at the top of the list. The bottle has a soft plastic feel that is very durable. The only downfall to this water bottle is that you will have to replace the filter every few weeks. It is priced in the $10.00 range.
3. Platypus Push-Pull Cap Soft Bottle provides the ultimate convenience when you don’t want to lug around a bulky water bottle. These lightweight reusable water pouches are so neat. You just roll them up when empty, stow away in a bag, and unroll and fill when you’re thirsty. They range from $8.00 to $14.00.
4. Nalgene Wide Mouth Bottle is a no-fuss, easy to fill and clean water bottle. These water bottles are inexpensive, come with little effort to fill and clean and have a wide mouth for easy drinking. This water bottle is about $8.00.
5. Takeya Glass Water Bottle provides a fresh and sustainable look to their glass water bottles. The bottles have a unique Japanese design, a wide palette of colors, and are completely eco-friendly. This brand of water bottle keeps the water very cold and there is a look-through where you can measure how much water is left in the bottle. The price of this water bottle is around $20.00.

For the purest of water to fill your water bottle, a filtration system is ideal.

Here at Ozone Pure Water, we have a unique system to ensuring your water is of the highest quality.

Contact us at 1.800.633.8469 today to learn more.

Cooling towers are common, but safely maintaining the water in cooling towers requires diligence and care. The risk of bacteria developing within cooling tower waters that can cause Legionnaires’ disease is always a risk. Fortunately, there are many options for maintaining the sanitary condition of water in cooling towers.

Legionnaire’s disease was first identified in 1977 following an outbreak the previous year that left more than 30 members of the American Legion attending a convention at a hotel in Philadelphia dead and sickened more than 200 others. The Legionnaires’ bacteria had been growing undetected in the air conditioning cooling tower at the hotel. After identifying the bacteria that was later named Legionella, scientists learned that the perfect temperature range for the bacteria to grow is quite broad – between 68 degrees F and 122 degrees F, according to materials published by the Association of Water Technologies. In other words, water cooling towers are the perfect environment for breeding Legionella.

Protecting against Legionella spread is critical for any business with a cooling tower. Operators must test water quality and clean cooling systems at regular intervals. It is also important to maintain temperatures that are low enough to inhibit Legionella spread and to use some type of treatment system to control the growth of harmful microbes.

The water in many cooling towers is treated extensively with chemicals. This approach is expensive in the long term and also poses environmental problems. Continually draining chemically contaminated water and refilling with fresh water is both expensive and harmful to the environment. It also requires continually adding more chemicals to re-treat the water – an ongoing expense.

Ozone treatment systems for cooling towers, on the other hand, offer a number of advantages when compared chemical treatment for cleaner cooling tower water. Ozone systems prevent pathogen growth, reduce buildup of organic material, limit the need for bleed-off, and also reduce scale buildup. Modern ozone treatment systems can be carefully calibrated to avoid corrosion problems.

An ozone treatment system is a cost-effective, environmentally responsible solution to the problem of maintaining water cleanliness in cooling towers. Ozone Pure Water is a leader in the ozone water treatment industry. To learn how an ozone treatment system can improve your water treatment operations, give us a call today at 800-633-8469.

Were you aware that August is National Water Quality Month? That’s right! It’s that time of the year where we should each look at the current water supply and think about whether we are doing enough to keep it clean and usable.

It sounds like it should be a year round holiday right?

It probably should, because every year we are faced with global issues that can compromise our water, and the more education we have at our disposal, the better we can ensure that our water remains clean, pure and drinkable.

The current problems plaguing our water are increasing every year. For instance, did you know that more than 14 billion pounds of garbage is dumped into the ocean every year, according to the Sea Stewards? That’s a lot of polluted water! That garbage dumping leads to unsanitary water, and in China alone, there are at least 320 million people who do not have access to potable water, reports World Politics Review.

Even the Olympics are in danger. According to reports, the waters in Rio de Janeiro, where the Olympic Games are being held, are severely polluted. As a matter of fact, Britain’s Independent reported that those ingesting even three teaspoons of the water are almost sure to get a virus.

But it’s not all doom and gloom. There are efforts all over the world to try and preserve our water supply. In China, the Water Pollution Control Law aims to reduce pollution by requiring environmental regulation and a nationwide expansion of wastewater treatment facilities.

In Senegal, efforts were made to transform a pollution-filled lead battery recycling area into a beautiful hydroponic gardening area, reports The Huffington Post. Not to be outdone, the United States’ Environmental Protection Agency completes year round education programs, and has enacted numerous programs to keep our waters intact, notes Reference.com.

Maintaining the quality of our water is of the utmost importance because even though water covers 71 percent of the Earth, U.S Geological Survey reminds us that only 2.5 percent of that is considered drinkable.

You can also do your part to help the situation. Do not pour fat, household chemicals or pills down the drain. Avoid using the garbage disposal as much as possible and minimize the use of pesticides. The solutions are endless and many of them are incredibly simple and easy to implement in your life.

At Ozone Pure Water, we provide the tools to ensure that you get the cleanest water possible. Our ozone filtration and water treatment products eliminate all sorts of contaminants and issues with water, including removing iron and sulfur as well as cleansing water of hazardous chemical waste products.

If you are looking to ensure a clean water supply for you and your family, learn more about ozone filtration systems by calling us today at 800-633-8469 to schedule your consultation.

Water is something that many people take for granted, but a steady source of clean water is essential for life. In fact, water is so important to live that humans can only survive for a few days without it. One problem that is now seen frequently – and that regularly features in the news – is contaminated water supplies. There was much discussion of this in recent weeks surrounding the Rio Olympic Games, with the extensive contamination of waters surrounding the Olympic venues.

While pollution and contamination at that level is not common here in the United States, there are still many possible ways that your water could be contaminated and knowing the most common contaminants can help you to protect your family from the effects of tainted water.

WATER SUPPLIES

Water supplies in most homes and businesses around the U.S. are from either public water systems or private wells. Public water systems may rely on surface water or ground water, depending on the location. Surface water is found on the surface of the ground from sources like lakes, streams, rivers and reservoirs. Ground water is found beneath the surface of the ground in aquifers and other subterranean spaces. Ground water is accessed by drilling a well and pumping the water.

Public water systems that use surface water must also treat the water before delivering it to homes. This is because these sources can often be susceptible to contamination from animal byproducts or manmade wastes, though ground water may also be treated before delivery.

Public water supplies are regulated by the federal and state governments. Standards for drinking water quality are established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and water utilities are required to perform regular testing and make the results of those tests available to the public. Private water systems, like home water wells, are not inspected or treated unless the homeowner chooses to do so.

WATER CONTAMINANTS

Drinking water, whether from a public or private water system, may become contaminated from a variety of sources or for a number of reasons. The EPA classifies water contaminants into four broad categories: Physical, chemical, biological and radiological. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the 11 most common outbreak-causing drinking water contaminants from 1971 through 2010 were giardia, legionella, norovirus, shigella, campylobacter, copper, salmonella, hepatitis A, cryptosporidium, E. coli and excess fluoride. While these are the most common, additional contaminants that may be found in water include disinfectants, disinfection byproducts, inorganic and organic chemicals, and radionuclides. Many of these contaminants are already regulated by the EPA, and many more are under consideration for regulation in the future.

SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION

There are a number of sources of drinking water contaminants. According to the EPA, the most common sources of drinking water contaminants include naturally occurring chemicals and minerals, local land use practices, manufacturing, sewage and malfunctioning wastewater systems.

Some of the most common natural sources of drinking water contamination, according to the EPA, include microorganisms, radionuclides, nitrates and nitrites, heavy metals and fluoride. Common contaminants that are a result of human activity include bacteria and nitrates, concentrated animal feeding operations, heavy metals, fertilizers and pesticides, industrial products and wastes, household wastes, lead and copper, and water treatment chemicals that are improperly handled or stored.

Naturally occurring minerals and chemicals that may contaminate drinking water sources include uranium, arsenic and radon which can be found in the soil in certain areas. Land use practices can also cause contamination, most often through concentrated animal feeding operations like feedlots, though livestock, pesticides and fertilizers can also seep into waters. In these cases, runoff from animal waste products or pesticides or fertilizer treatments in area fields may enter surface water or seep into groundwater.

Malfunctioning wastewater systems can also prevent proper treatment of water. On a municipal scale, this can happen due to an equipment failure at a municipal wastewater plant. In private wells, an improperly installed or maintained septic system that is located near the drinking water source can cause cross contamination.

Drinking water contamination may result in obvious symptoms like discoloration of the water or unpleasant odors, though there may be no outward sign at all. Tainted water may also be responsible for a range of medical problems when people are exposed to the contaminants.

CONTAMINATED WATER IN THE NEWS

Perhaps the most well-known recent example of public drinking water contamination occurred in Flint, Michigan. Residents complained about the quality of public water for months after the city switched water sources before government officials acknowledged a problem. The switch to a new water source resulted in a more corrosive water being fed into homes, allowing aging lead water pipes to leaching lead into the water. Now, more than two years after the problem began, nine government workers have been criminally charged in an ongoing investigation, though the water is still not safe to drink without filters, and children are still being tested for exposure to lead, reports MLive Media Group.

The Flint water situation is an extreme case, but many public and private water systems also have experienced problems with color, taste or odor, while still other water systems are tainted with potentially dangerous contaminants. The Flint case has had one benefit, in that it has drawn people’s attention to the serious nature of water contamination, which means that more and more people are paying attention and being protective about ensuring that their water is safe.

Ozone Pure Water Inc. offers a variety of complete water treatment systems that can eliminate common water quality problems like hazardous chemical byproducts, chemical chlorine taste and odor, color, manganese, sulfur and iron. Our systems utilize the power of ozone to clean up your water and remove harmful materials before the water reaches the tap. We have been providing water treatment solutions that do not involve the service and maintenance requirements of chemical treatment systems for more than three decades, and these ozone water systems are designed to be simple and long lasting, with no moving parts and nothing to regularly refill or replace.

Find out more about how an Ozone Pure Water system can help you ensure clean water at your home or business today by calling 800-633-8469.

Indoor air quality is a growing concern for many people. There are a few options for indoor air filtration, including mechanical and electronic air filters, notes the EPA, but one that is becoming increasingly popular is ozone air filtration. Using an ozone filtration system in your home or office can help to keep the air indoors clean this winter.

How Do Air Quality Problems Occur?

As homes and offices have been built to be more energy efficient, it has resulted in less natural air circulation from drafts, which were commonplace in older homes. While drafty windows and doors may have been inefficient and even uncomfortable during winter, they did at least provide some natural ventilation for buildings. Tightly sealed buildings without natural ventilation are often susceptible to air quality problems, particularly during the winter months when windows and doors remain closed for a number of months.

Dust, pollen, pet dander and odors can all build up indoors during the winter. At a minimum, these pollutants can produce unpleasant smells or irritate allergies. Unfortunately, in many situations these indoor pollutants can also cause health problems for people who spend time in the building. That’s why many people are choosing to use an air filtration system to improve the air quality indoors.

Uses of Ozone Air Filtration

Ozone air filtration can effectively remove many indoor pollutants, as Air Purifier Review notes. An ozone filtration system may remove odors caused by humans and animals, such as smells from cooking or tobacco smoke, and can also help to prevent the growth of mildew and mold. These systems are also commonly used in restoration work following a fire as they are quite effective at removing smoke odors from buildings.

Ozone filtration systems are used in a number of commercial environments, including medical facilities, public restrooms, fish markets, veterinary offices, kennels, bars, fitness centers, livestock compounds, hotels and motels, offices, butcher shops, restaurants, nursing homes, pet stores, industrial buildings and clubhouses. They also are a great choice for homes and are highly effective at improving overall air quality in any situation. Nearly any structure can benefit from using an ozone air filtration system.

How Ozone Filtering Works

The process of ozone filtration is straightforward, with systems working to destroy organisms or contaminants that are causing odors. Ozone is another form of oxygen, but is a powerful element that is able to destroy odors. It is formed when electricity and air are combined. Ozone contains three oxygen atoms instead of the two contained by pure oxygen. As the extra molecule in ozone joins with other pollutant molecules in the air, the ozone is converted back to oxygen, oxidizing contaminants in the process.

The great thing about ozone air filtration is that it actually destroys the odor-causing organisms. Unlike air fresheners that merely mask or cover up unpleasant odors or filters that attempt to trap the irritating particles, ozone filtration eliminates the problem completely. Ozone completely destroys germs, bacteria, odors and more. As long as the source of the odor is not reintroduced to the building, it will not reoccur after ozone treatment. In locations where the odor source is continuously reintroduced, periodic treatment with an ozone filter will be needed to maintain the quality of the air.

Ozone is found naturally in the air. It may be produced naturally by lightning, or manually with ultraviolet radiation or an electric charge. Ozone is also sometimes called activated oxygen.

A number of different types of particles can be cleared from the air using ozone filtration. These include fungus, bacteria, spores, mildew, and mold.

Using Ozone Filtration

Using an ozone air filtration unit is simple. Unlike complex HEPA filtration systems that require expensive installation, ozone filtration units are often portable and don’t need to be installed at all. Instead, you can simply place the unit on a table or floor in any room that you need to treat. The unit can be plugged into a standard household AC outlet. The outlet on the unit should be positioned so that it points toward the air conditioning return, returning clean treated air to your central HVAC system, or into the area of the room that you are targeting with treatment.

Once this simple setup is completed, you can turn on the ozone unit and leave the room. Treating a room with ozone filtration may take as little as minutes or as long as hours, depending largely on the concentration of odors and other issues being cleaned and the size of the room. Larger areas or stronger odors may also be treated using a larger ozone filtration unit or multiple units.

Ozone filtration units should not be used in rooms when people or pets are present. Despite the fact that ozone is naturally present in the air, it is recommended that people and animals vacate the room when treatment is in progress as active ozone may cause lung irritation. Since ozone will pair with contaminant particles and become regular oxygen, following treatment the room or areas being filtered are completely safe.

Ozone Pure Water Inc. leads the ozone industry in research and development, new product introduction, and new ozone applications. We also pride ourselves on providing outstanding products and service. Our air ozone units work efficiently and safely to improve the quality of the air inside your home, office or other building. We maintain a large stock of ozone filtration units that are ready to ship to customers.

Contact us by calling 800-633-8469 to learn more about our innovative ozone products or to order an ozone filtration unit today.

Ozonated water is a highly effective method of treating and sanitizing water. In fact, some of the largest treatment facilities in the world use ozone disinfection methods to treat water supplies, especially in European nations. There are many benefits to using ozone to treat water, whether in your home or on a larger scale. Let’s take a closer look at three key advantages of using an ozone water treatment system.

Kills Bacteria

Ozonating water has the ability to kill whatever may be inside your water. This includes viruses, bacteria, fungi, and algae. All of these can be very harmful if ingested, and treating water with ozone presents an opportunity to get rid of these contaminants while making our water cleaner.

Doesn’t Add Chemicals

Treating water with ozone water doesn’t require adding any harmful chemicals to the water either. Where some other water treatments use chemicals or other additives to make water more pure and clean, the only thing that ozone does is disinfect and destroy unwanted particles, taste issues, and odor issues.

More Effective than Chlorination

You may use chlorine to disinfect your pool water, for example, so you know that it is an effective way to eliminate bacteria or other problems in your water. However, did you know that using ozone on water is a more effective way to kill germs? The Water Research Center notes that ozone is a stronger germicide than chlorine and works in a very short period of time, making it rapidly effective, as well.

If you’re interested in purifying the water in your home, Ozone Pure Water can help. We offer water purification and filtration systems that will provide you and your family with clean, safe drinking water. For more information on our ozone water treatment systems or to place an order for your new system, call us today at 800-633-8469!