The health risks of hard water and limescale
Limescale deposits pose a constant threat by fostering biofilms, algae, and harmful bacteria, with Legionella disease being one of the most dangerous risks. Addressing these risks is crucial for maintaining a healthy environment.
Protect Your Water Systems from Harmful Bacteria
Breeding ground
Limescale deposits provide ideal surfaces for harmful bacteria to thrive, particularly Legionella, which prefers warm water between 25°C and 50°C.
Prevent biofilm formation
In areas with low pressure or stagnant flow due to heavy scale buildup, bacteria can form resilient biofilms, which are difficult to remove and pose serious health risks.
Ensure safe water systems
Effective limescale management is essential for preventing harmful bacteria growth and ensuring safe water systems.
Biofilm, Algae, and Legionella
Bacteria like Legionella thrive on limescale deposits in warm water conditions. This bacteria poses a significant health risk, especially in areas where water pressure is low or where flow stagnates due to limescale buildup. In these conditions, bacteria can form biofilms—a sticky, resistant layer that is extremely difficult to eradicate.
High-risk areas
Bacteria growth is particularly dangerous in the following areas:
Hot water tanks
Limescale deposits inside hot water tanks create an ideal environment for bacteria.
Air conditioning systems
Large systems in hotels, office buildings, and hospitals are prone to limescale buildup and subsequent bacterial growth.
Cooling towers
Industrial cooling systems can experience significant limescale-related issues, leading to bacterial contamination.
Hot water systems
Jacuzzis, spas, and similar facilities are at high risk due to warm water and potential stagnation.
Showers and humidifiers
Limescale in showers and air humidifiers can promote bacteria, impacting air and water quality.
Ferries and passenger ships
Water systems on ships, with their complex piping and varying water conditions, are particularly vulnerable.
By effectively managing and preventing limescale buildup, it is possible to significantly reduce these health risks, ensuring a safer environment for everyone.
Treatment with Aqua
The most effective way to prevent Legionella is by stopping scale buildup in pipe systems and on heat transfer surfaces. Maintaining water temperatures above 50°C, ideally at 60°C, and ensuring even distribution throughout the entire building is crucial for eliminating bacteria.
Without effective protection against hard water, scale can rapidly accumulate, leading to multiple operational issues. Aqua prevents scale buildup, minimises the risk of developing Legionella, and keeps the system operating at full capacity, ensuring naturally healthy water. Aqua’s water softening process is not only effective but also environmentally friendly, ensuring safe water without the use of harsh chemicals.
Eczema and Dermatitis
Various research indicates that exposure to hard water can harm the skin’s natural barrier, making it more sensitive to everyday products like soap and detergents. The skin's natural pH is acidic, but hard water is alkaline, which can elevate the skin’s surface pH. This shift towards an alkaline pH makes the skin more vulnerable to bacteria, increasing the risk of infections, eczema (dry, itchy red rash), and dermatitis (dry, swollen, discoloured skin).
Treatment with Aqua
The Aqua water softening process helps maintain low alkaline levels in water, directly protecting the skin’s natural pH and keeping it soft. This is particularly beneficial for individuals with sensitive skin, including small children, who benefit greatly from naturally soft water that retains essential minerals. Aqua offers an eco-friendly solution that protects sensitive skin without relying on harsh chemical treatments.
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