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Pure water: UV and Membrane systems
News Release from: Aquionics Inc | Subject: Quantum
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 15 February 2007
New UV disinfection system for
pharmaceuticals
The UV disinfection specialist Aquionics has introduced the Quantum in-line medium pressure UV system, for high purity low flow process water applications in pharmaceutical plants
The UV disinfection specialist Aquionics has introduced the Quantum in-line medium pressure UV system This compact, low-cost disinfection device allows pharmaceutical manufacturers to meet the stringent standards for purity required by regulatory bodies, such as the FDA, in small flow process water applications (up to 520 gpm)
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 28 Jun 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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It is well known that bacteria and other micro-organisms contain enzymes that can repair UV-damaged DNA, a process known as 'reactivation'.
The Quantum uses medium pressure UV technology to disinfect pharmaceutical process water, destroying virtually all micro-organisms, including bacteria, yeasts, molds, and viruses, without affecting product stability, taste, colour, or odour.
A radical new design positions the UV lamp at a 25 degree angle to the flow in order to maximise contact time.
This in-line design minimises headloss and achieves optimum disinfection by ensuring all the fluid passing through the chamber receives the minimum required UV dose.
In addition, the angled lamp design lowers the power per unit length to extend UV lamp life.
The system is compatible with standard sterilisation methods such as steam and can also be used to remove excess ozone.
The local control unit for the Quantum provides continuous monitoring of UV dose, displaying UV intensity, alarm status and an hours-run counter.
This unit can be positioned in wet areas, adjacent to the UV chamber, while the power unit can be located up to 300 feet away in a dry area.
System options include a manual UV lamp wiper and auto-bleed facilities.
The compact in-line design simplifies installation as the chamber can typically be mounted within existing pipe work with minimal disruption to the plant.
Routine maintenance is low and lamp replacement can be performed quickly and easily by plant personnel.
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