Is Ozone a Safe and Effective Treatment Solution for Removing Iron in Water?

Iron in drinking water not only affects colour and taste, but it can have detrimental health impacts. Ozone in the treatment train offers a safe and effective solution for the removal of iron and iron bacteria, all while preserving the healthy minerals inherent in the source water. Ozone works by oxidizing iron resulting in the formation of insoluble metal particles that are then removed through post filtration, typically activated by carbon filters.

Ozone is a chemical free, environmentally friendly solution that is universally known as the most powerful and effective water disinfectant on the market today. Ozone also treats water aesthetics …it removes colour and improves taste.

Clear results…iron content removed with an Aclarus Ozone treatment solution.

Iron can also become a very costly operational issue in any water treatment system. The presence of iron can build up over a relatively short period of time and clog pipes. This build-up can restrict water flow and result in damage and premature wear to discharge pumps, flow meters and the entire system infrastructure. The presence of iron and iron bacteria clogs up filtration equipment and can necessitate the replacement of carbon filters more frequently. As the pipes become clogged the restricted water pressure results in mechanical strain and degradation on the pumps.  Iron accumulation will eventually impede the full operational capacity of a water treatment system, resulting in system downtime, costly maintenance, replacement and repairs.

The addition of ozone in the treatment train prevents the build-up of iron and iron bacteria, extending the life of the system and enabling it to perform as intended.  Furthermore, ozone is a chemical-free environmentally friendly solution that’s also better for the environment. To learn how Aclarus Ozone can provide a solution to remedy your iron related water issues please contact us here.