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The first process is microfiltration
(MF). Microfiltration is a low-pressure membrane process that
removes small suspended particles, protozoa, bacteria and some
viruses from the water. MF is also used to purify food products,
such as fruit juices, wine and baby foods, and to sterilize medicines
that cannot be heated.
The next, and most widely known process, is reverse osmosis (RO).
Reverse osmosis is used by many bottled water companies to purify
water for their products. Water is directed under high pressure
through thin membranes that eliminate salts, viruses, pesticides,
and most organic compounds, creating near-distilled quality water.
UV Light and Hydrogen Peroxide
The final stage of the water-treatment process is ultraviolet
(UV) light and hydrogen peroxide treatment. Ultraviolet light combined with hydrogen peroxide creates a powerful oxidation reaction that breaks down organic compounds through an accelerated decomposition process. This advanced oxidation process essentially degrades compounds in the same way as Mother Nature, only much more quickly. The result of the multiple treatment barriers is ultra pure quality water similar to distilled water. After the advanced water purification processes the water is returned to nature in the groundwater basin where it blends with other waters and is buffered with natural minerals
This highly treated water will now be injected along the coast
to maintain a seawater intrusion barrier to keep the Pacific Ocean
out of our groundwater basin. Water will also be allowed to percolate
into the groundwater basin along the same natural filtering path
rainwater takes through the ground. This water purification process
has a proven track record in providing safe, high quality water
for many businesses including bottled water companies.
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