What are pseudomonads?
People who have already been weakened by other diseases are at especially high risk of succumbing to an infection triggered by pseudomonads.
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What is a biofilm?
Biofilms are made up of microorganisms and occur primarily on surfaces. They are embedded in a layer of mucus which settles on the surfaces like a…
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7-log reduction and filter validation in accordance with ASTM F838-15a
To reduce the number of microbes in a liquid or on a surface, the liquid must be filtered or the surface must be cleaned or disinfected. To achieve…
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Retrograde contamination – causes and solutions
Retrograde contamination occurs when water outlets come into contact with microbes as a result of splashback of water.
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Drinking water – high quality demanded throughout Europe
The aim is to ensure that all EU citizens have access to high quality drinking water and to strengthen the position of consumers.
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Importance of Germany’s Drinking Water Ordinance
The Drinking Water Ordinance is a set of rules that are basically valid throughout Europe but have not yet been consistently applied in all countries.
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What is sterile filtered water? What are sterile filters?
The specifications for sterile filtered water are more stringent than the specifications for drinking water. Sterile filtered water is very pure.
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Water stagnation – a hygiene problem
Water is a vital part of our lives. We assume it’s clean and safe, but even drinking-water can be contaminated.
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Legionella Bacteria
In the UK, drinking water is assumed to be clean. But, what happens to that water when it enters public buildings is out of their hands?
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