SCHOTT Reveals Efficient UV Water Purifier For Point-Of-Use Applications

SCHOTT has unveiled a new compact, long-lasting UV water purification module for point-of-use applications in home appliances, water dispensers, faucets, and other applications. The open discharge UV Module will be revealed at WQA Aquatech USA, where SCHOTT Manager of Product Development Joerg Blechschmidt will deliver a lecture about how SCHOTT adapted the design of large-scale UV disinfection systems for small scale uses without compromising efficiency. SCHOTT will also be exhibiting the modules at booth 934.

There has been a long-standing need for an effective point-of-use disinfection system, as bacteria such as Legionella and E. Coli can be transmitted through piped water distribution systems, even with high incoming water quality. Infections from these waterborne microorganisms can threaten health, especially at hospitals, where patients are already vulnerable to disease. Point-of-use UV water disinfection ensures optimum water quality to prevent such infections.

The open discharge UV Module’s compact geometry allows for easy integration with faucets as well as dish washers, washing machines, and other appliances. The module is long-lasting, requires little maintenance, and is highly energy efficient—even frequent power cycling has no effect on the life of the UV lamp. Constructed of reliable and long-lasting components, the module is built to outlast the typical appliance for which it might be installed.

Dr. Joerg Blechschmidt will detail the new reactor design that makes this UV disinfection module possible in his lecture at WQA Aquatech USA, titled “Design of a Small, Efficient UV Disinfection Module,” which will be held on Wednesday, April 3 from 1:00 to 1:25 p.m. at AquaStage 3 inside the exhibition hall.

“Finally we’ve adapted the efficient disinfection capabilities of large-scale UV purification systems for points of use in homes, offices, and hospitals,” said Joerg Blechschmidt, Business Development Manager at SCHOTT. “SCHOTT’s plug-and-play modules fit low flow-rate applications to ensure the cleanliness of water. In addition, SCHOTT can customize its compact UV module to specification in order to meet performance requirements for any application.”

About SCHOTT
SCHOTT is an international technology group with more than 125 years of experience in the areas of specialty glasses and materials and advanced technologies. SCHOTT ranks number one in the world with many of its products. Its core markets are the household appliance, pharmaceuticals, electronics, optics, solar power, transportation and architecture industries. The company is strongly committed to contributing to its customers’ success and making SCHOTT an important part of people’s lives with high-quality products and intelligent solutions. SCHOTT is committed to managing its business in a sustainable manner and supporting its employees, society and the environment. The SCHOTT Group maintains close proximity to its customers with manufacturing and sales units in all major markets. Its workforce of around 16,000 employees generated worldwide sales of $2.6B (approximately 2.0 billion euros) for the 2011/2012 fiscal year.