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How is Nanotechnology Used in Water Filtration
Like many other health-related technologies, water filtration has changed quite a bit over the years. What were once primitive sand and charcoal filters have now evolved into more advanced tools involving intricate layers of nanotechnology, able to filter out 99% of the contaminants commonly found in drinking water. But what exactly is nanotechnology, and how does it work in water filtration? Below, we will dive into this revolutionary technology and explain how International Pure Water has revolutionized the water filtration industry.
What is Nanotechnology?
First coined by the renowned physicist Richard Feynman in 1959, nanotechnology is the science and engineering of designing, producing, and using structures and devices at the nanoscale—one billionth of a meter or less. At this small scale, properties can change in ways not seen at larger scales, meaning there is a lot of potential in the scientific community for using nanotechnology.
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How is Nanotechnology Used in Water Filtration?
While nanotechnology has numerous uses, one of the most prominent is treating drinking water. Nanotechnology can purify water by separating microbes, chemicals, and other pollutants from water without a labor-intensive process. Below are three ways that contaminants are removed from water using nanotechnology.
1. Carbon Nanotubes
Carbon nanotubes (CNT) are among the most common uses of nanotechnology in water filtration today. These impressive tools allow water molecules to pass through the tube’s pores while attracting microbes to its carbon surface. Manufacturers can form CNTs into sheets or spirals that propel water through the structures to remove pollutants, which prevents biological hazards from entering water.
2. Nanocellulose
Nanocellulose typically comes from the disintegration of naturally occurring polymers. While it is similar to CNT in form and function, it typically differs in its manufacturing process. Cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) are rod-shaped nanoparticles that absorb contaminants in water. The general shape and structure of nanocellulose allow for excellent filtration of both small and large water filtration systems.
3. Golden Nanoparticles
Gold nanoparticles have also been found to be useful in water purification. These nanorods can conduct heat in local areas, which works to destroy pollutants, such as pharmaceuticals and anti-pesticides, more efficiently than just heating an entire volume of water. When these nanorods are evenly distributed throughout the water, they can be effective, so manufacturers have begun to apply silica coating to parts of the nanorods to keep them from clumping.
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The International Pure Water Filtration Process
Our state-of-the-art IPW Nanotechnology removes 99.9% of lead, forever chemicals, and microplastics from your drinking water. As a sustainable and affordable water treatment solution, we offer the ideal solution for both our customers and the planet.
By utilizing billions of nanoparticles to filter our water, we separate ourselves from the competition—which still predominantly uses outdated and inefficient large absorption granules. This water filtration prowess comes in a convenient 40-cup countertop unit for easy access in any home or business.
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