Disinfection by-products (DBPs) form in the pool water when chlorine reacts with different substances stemming from bathers, such as skin cells, hair, sweat, urine, soap, or sunscreen, etc. As certain by-products are volatile, they are transported from the polluted water to the pool atmosphere. A dangerous volatile substances is Trihalomethanes (THMs), which is responsible for causing cancer. Another one is trichloramine, which has a strong irritating effect on humans causing eye irritation and respiratory problems in the form of asthma.
However, a healthier swimming environment can be created by predicting Dissolved Organic Carbon (DOC) and THM levels and dynamics in the water based on water quality modeling to assess the design of the swimming pools. With the inBlue pool model it is possible to calculate key water and air quality parameters like combined chlorine, THM, trichloramine and turbidity depending on the choice of key design parameters, such as flow and filtration technology.
This provides a powerful tool for the management of the indoor conditions, contributing to improved water and air quality and a better user experience for the bathers.
The inBlue solution is a revolutionary way of improving the water and air quality in swimming pools, while reducing energy and water consumption. Hundreds of individually optimized aspects are combined to achieve a “no by-product” goal. Learn how it works by clicking the button below.
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