All about the Cascade water treatment process

Introduction

The production of safe and clean drinking water is a critical process that requires careful adherence to various technological steps and methods.

At Cascade, the production of drinking water follows a six-step process which ensures that the water is free of impurities, safe for consumption and complies with regulatory standards (as you already know from our article, we do not recommend using tap water). Let’s take a closer look at each of these steps and why they are necessary.

Mechanical cleaning of coarse particles

The first process step involves mechanical treatment of coarse particles. This step is necessary to remove large particles such as dirt and sand from the water.

Larger particles can cause blockages in pipes, pumps and other equipment used in the process. At this stage, the water is passed through a series of screens or filters that trap large particles, allowing the water to pass through.

Water settling in storage tanks

After mechanical treatment, the water enters storage tanks where it undergoes sedimentation. Settling is the process of allowing particles to settle to the bottom of the tank or reservoir.

At this stage the water is left to settle, allowing any remaining particles and impurities to settle to the bottom of the tank. This step is necessary to remove small particles that may have been missed in the previous step. It also helps to reduce water turbidity.

Running water through activated carbon and gravel columns

The third stage of the production process involves passing the water through activated carbon and gravel columns. This step is important for removing organic compounds, improving taste and odor as well as filtering out larger particles.

Activated carbon is a highly porous material which helps remove organic compounds, while a layer of gravel filters out coarse particles and sediment. This step is very important to ensure that the water is safe for consumption and meets regulatory standards.

Passing some of the water through a reverse osmosis system

After passing through columns of activated carbon and gravel, the water is treated using reverse osmosis. Reverse osmosis is a process which removes dissolved salts, minerals and other contaminants from the water. This step is important for improving the taste and safety of the water.

Reverse osmosis uses a semi-permeable membrane to filter out contaminants from the water, ensuring that only clean water passes through. This step is particularly useful in areas where the water source may have high levels of dissolved salts and minerals (which, incidentally, can heavily contaminate household filters).

Mixing osmotic and purified water

In the final stage of the production process, osmotic and purified water are mixed. Osmotic water has a low mineral content, which can be harmful to human health.

In order to balance the mineral and pH contents, osmotic water is mixed with purified water to create a healthy balance of water that is safe for consumption.

Silver ionizer

Water which has passed all stages of the purification process is delivered to the silver ion exchanger. This prevents the development of microflora and micro-organisms, thus ensuring that the water remains clear for a long period of time.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the production of safe and clean drinking water requires a multi-stage process involving different methods and technologies. The six-stage process we use ensures that the water is free of impurities, safe for consumption and complies with regulatory standards.

Each process step is important and serves a specific purpose in the production of drinking water. By following these steps, we can ensure that we provide you, our customers, with clean and safe water.