Glossary of Water Treatment Terms
Welcome to our glossary, where you’ll find simple explanations of key terms related to water systems and treatments.
Abstraction
The process of extracting water from natural sources like rivers, boreholes, or springs for use.
Borehole
A deep, narrow hole drilled into the ground to access underground water supplies.
Chlorine Dosing
The addition of chlorine to water to disinfect and eliminate harmful bacteria and viruses.
Filtration
A process that removes impurities, sediment, or contaminants from water.
Iron and Manganese Removal
Treatment systems designed to eliminate these common minerals to improve water quality and prevent staining.
pH Balance
Adjusting the acidity or alkalinity of water to a neutral level, ensuring it’s safe for use and less corrosive to pipes.
Pressure Vessel
A component in water systems used to maintain consistent water pressure.
Quartz Sleeve
A transparent tube that encases a UV lamp, allowing UV light to disinfect water while protecting the lamp from water exposure.
Sediment Filter
A filter that removes particles like sand, silt, or rust from water.
UV Disinfection
A chemical-free process that uses ultraviolet light to kill bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms in water.
Water Analysis
Testing water to assess its quality and identify any contaminants or imbalances.
Water Softening
Reducing the hardness of water by removing calcium and magnesium to prevent scale buildup.