Mitigating Legionella Contamination with Noah System’s Automated Technology
Legionella bacteria, which can cause Legionnaires' disease, is a serious concern in many building water systems. Found naturally in freshwater environments, Legionella thrives in warm, stagnant water, making it particularly dangerous in man-made water systems where water may sit for long periods, such as plumbing and drinking water systems. To effectively prevent Legionella contamination, buildings need proactive, automated solutions that address the root causes of bacterial growth.
At Noah System, we offer a proven, automated technology that provides a reliable and long-term approach to resolving Legionella risks. Our auto-flushing system is designed to keep water flowing through the pipes at regular intervals, ensuring that water remains fresh, temperatures stay within safe ranges, and conditions that allow Legionella to thrive are eliminated.
Understanding Legionella in Water Systems
Legionella bacteria can thrive under certain conditions, particularly in large buildings where water is not regularly circulated. The key risk factors include:
- Stagnant Water: When water sits in the pipes for extended periods, especially at warmer temperatures (20°C to 45°C / 68°F to 113°F), Legionella can multiply rapidly.
- Biofilm and Sediment: The bacteria can attach to biofilms inside pipes, tanks, and other surfaces, making it difficult to remove and creating ideal conditions for growth.
- Low Disinfectant Levels: When chlorine or other disinfectants are not consistently maintained throughout the water system, Legionella is more likely to survive and spread.
How Noah System’s Auto-Flushing Technology Addresses Legionella
Noah System’s automated flushing technology is designed to tackle the core issues that allow Legionella to proliferate, providing a direct, tactical solution that works continuously to keep your water safe. Here’s how it works:
-
Preventing Stagnation: The system flushes water at scheduled intervals, ensuring that water is always moving through the pipes. This prevents stagnation, which is one of the primary conditions that allow Legionella to grow.
-
Maintaining Safe Water Temperatures: By regularly flushing cold water lines, Noah System helps ensure that water stays below 20°C (68°F), reducing the conditions in which Legionella can thrive. In systems where water may heat up due to external conditions, flushing prevents warm water from accumulating in the pipes.
-
Improving Disinfectant Distribution: Many water systems contain residual disinfectants like chlorine. Noah’s auto-flushing ensures that disinfectants are evenly distributed throughout the system, increasing their effectiveness in neutralizing bacteria, including Legionella, before they can multiply.
-
Diluting Biofilm and Contaminants: Regular flushing dilutes concentrations of nutrients, biofilm, and other contaminants that are necessary for Legionella to grow and spread.
Benefits of Noah System for Legionella Prevention
- Automated and Continuous: Noah System operates without the need for manual intervention, ensuring that water is consistently flushed and kept safe from contamination. This reduces the need for time-consuming and costly manual flushing procedures.
- Cost-Effective: By automating the flushing process, Noah System eliminates the need for frequent maintenance or additional labor, making it a sustainable, long-term solution for any building water system.
- Proven Technology: Our system has been successfully implemented in a variety of settings, reducing risks and ensuring water quality remains high.
Ensuring Safe Water with Noah System
Legionella contamination is a serious risk for any building with aging infrastructure or intermittent water usage. By proactively managing water flow, temperature, and disinfection levels, Noah System’s automated flushing technology offers an efficient and effective solution to prevent the formation of Legionella in water systems.
If your building or facility is at risk for Legionella or other waterborne contaminants, contact us today to learn how Noah System can provide a comprehensive, long-term solution. Protect your water, and ensure the health and safety of your occupants.
