Ultraviolet irradiation of water - an alternative to chlorination

The advantages of ultraviolet radiation of wavelength 2500-2600 Aangstroem are discussed and the principal considerations to be taken into account in the planning of an irradiation plant are presented. The design of a typical irradiation anit is illustrated and described briefly. Such plants were first used in Switzerland and are widely used there and in Austria. In the course of the past two years several plants have been installed in Norway. They are suitable both for treatment of drinking water and pretreated sewage, but less satisfactory for swimming pools. (JIW)