{"id":1011,"date":"2026-01-28T22:56:16","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T22:56:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hidrosolucionescanarias.com\/?p=1011"},"modified":"2026-02-02T18:51:07","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T18:51:07","slug":"water-disinfection-canary-canaries-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hidrosolucionescanarias.com\/en\/desinfeccion-de-agua-canarias-africa\/","title":{"rendered":"Water disinfection and ultraviolet (UV) light in the Canary Islands and Africa: sanitary safety without chemicals"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1011\" class=\"elementor elementor-1011\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-151a480 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"151a480\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-177f3f9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"177f3f9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"687\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/hidrosolucionescanarias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-4-687x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1012\" alt=\"UV\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hidrosolucionescanarias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-4-687x1024.jpg 687w, https:\/\/hidrosolucionescanarias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-4-201x300.jpg 201w, https:\/\/hidrosolucionescanarias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-4-768x1144.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hidrosolucionescanarias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-4.jpg 784w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 687px) 100vw, 687px\"  title=\"Water disinfection and ultraviolet (UV) light in the Canary Islands and Africa: sanitary safety without chemicals\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d958742 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d958742\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1>Ultraviolet (UV) water disinfection in the Canary Islands and Africa<\/h1><p data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"1258\">Ultraviolet (UV) water disinfection systems are an effective, safe and sustainable solution for the elimination of bacteria, viruses and microorganisms without the use of chemicals. This technology guarantees safe, high quality water and is particularly suitable for drinking water, industry, hotels, agriculture and critical process applications.<\/p><p data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1633\">In the Canary Islands, where water comes mostly from desalination, wells or mixtures of different sources, UV disinfection has become a key complement to ensure sanitary safety. The same need is a priority in Africa, especially in West and North Africa, where the microbiological quality of water can vary significantly.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1732\">Canary Islands as technical and logistical hub for UV disinfection projects in Africa<\/h2><p data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"2025\">Thanks to its technical experience and strategic position, the Canary Islands acts as a technical and logistical hub for Africa, allowing the design, supply and integration of UV disinfection equipment in projects developed in Morocco, Mauritania, Senegal, Cape Verde and other African countries.<\/p><p data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2189\">Technical support, equipment logistics and the supply of spare parts are provided from the Canary Islands to guarantee the operational continuity of the installations.<\/p><h2><strong>WHY USE UV DISINFECTION IN WATER TREATMENT?<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2503\">Ultraviolet light disinfection works by inactivating the DNA of microorganisms, preventing their reproduction. Unlike other disinfection systems, it does not alter the properties of the water and does not generate chemical by-products.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2551\">Main advantages of UV disinfection<\/h3><ul data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2786\"><li data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2606\"><p data-start=\"2554\" data-end=\"2606\">Effective killing of bacteria, viruses and pathogens<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2645\"><p data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2645\">Chemical-free treatment<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2695\"><p data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2695\">Does not alter taste, odour or composition of water.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2736\"><p data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2736\">Continuous and automatic operation<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2786\"><p data-start=\"2739\" data-end=\"2786\">Low operating cost and easy maintenance<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"2945\">These features make the UV an ideal solution both in the Canary Islands and in African projects where reliability and operational simplicity are sought.<\/p><h2><strong>UV DISINFECTION FOR DRINKING WATER AND DRINKING WATER PURIFICATION<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3208\">UV disinfection equipment is used as a final stage of sanitary safety in water treatment systems, especially when the water has already been filtered or desalinated.<\/p><p data-start=\"3210\" data-end=\"3224\">They apply to:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3396\"><li data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3267\"><p data-start=\"3227\" data-end=\"3267\">Municipal and community supply<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3268\" data-end=\"3303\"><p data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3303\">Health and education centres<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3344\"><p data-start=\"3306\" data-end=\"3344\">Collective and residential housing<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3345\" data-end=\"3396\"><p data-start=\"3347\" data-end=\"3396\">Emergency facilities and humanitarian aid<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3398\" data-end=\"3577\">In Africa, UV disinfection is key in drinking water access projects, especially in rural communities and situations where the use of chemicals should be avoided.<\/p><h2><strong>UV DISINFECTION IN HOTELS, TOURISM AND UNIQUE BUILDINGS<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"3655\" data-end=\"3812\">In the hotel sector, the microbiological safety of water is a critical factor. UV disinfection systems guarantee the quality of the water in:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3813\" data-end=\"3923\"><li data-start=\"3813\" data-end=\"3835\"><p data-start=\"3815\" data-end=\"3835\">Cold water networks<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"3881\"><p data-start=\"3838\" data-end=\"3881\">Domestic hot water (DHW) systems<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3882\" data-end=\"3901\"><p data-start=\"3884\" data-end=\"3901\">Swimming pools and spas<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3902\" data-end=\"3923\"><p data-start=\"3904\" data-end=\"3923\">Internal processes<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3925\" data-end=\"4105\">UV reduces health risks and improves the perception of quality, and is widely used in hotels in the Canary Islands and in tourism projects in Morocco, Senegal and Cape Verde.<\/p><h2><strong>UV DISINFECTION FOR INDUSTRY AND CRITICAL PROCESSES<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"4175\" data-end=\"4308\">In industrial applications, the presence of micro-organisms can affect production processes and final product quality.<\/p><p data-start=\"4310\" data-end=\"4371\">Our industrial UV disinfection equipment is used in:<\/p><ul data-start=\"4372\" data-end=\"4506\"><li data-start=\"4372\" data-end=\"4410\"><p data-start=\"4374\" data-end=\"4410\">Food and beverage industry<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4411\" data-end=\"4435\"><p data-start=\"4413\" data-end=\"4435\">Packaging processes<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4436\" data-end=\"4468\"><p data-start=\"4438\" data-end=\"4468\">Process water circuits<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4469\" data-end=\"4506\"><p data-start=\"4471\" data-end=\"4506\">Water reuse systems<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"4508\" data-end=\"4627\">UV offers a stable and continuous solution, highly valued in West Africa for its reliability and low maintenance.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"4642\" data-end=\"4686\">Emergencies, disasters and isolated areas<\/h2><p data-start=\"4688\" data-end=\"4896\">One of the fastest growing areas is in emergencies, humanitarian aid and isolated areas. In these scenarios, UV disinfection is essential because of its speed of installation and ease of use.<\/p><p data-start=\"4898\" data-end=\"4906\">It allows:<\/p><ul data-start=\"4907\" data-end=\"5101\"><li data-start=\"4907\" data-end=\"4962\"><p data-start=\"4909\" data-end=\"4962\">Ensuring safe water in emergency situations<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4963\" data-end=\"5002\"><p data-start=\"4965\" data-end=\"5002\">Avoid use of chemicals<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5003\" data-end=\"5053\"><p data-start=\"5005\" data-end=\"5053\">Integrate into mobile or containerised plants<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5054\" data-end=\"5101\"><p data-start=\"5056\" data-end=\"5101\">To operate in conjunction with solar energy systems<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 data-start=\"5116\" data-end=\"5157\">Modular and containerised UV systems<\/h2><p data-start=\"5159\" data-end=\"5285\">We develop modular and containerised UV disinfection systems that are easily transportable and scalable and can be integrated with:<\/p><ul data-start=\"5286\" data-end=\"5383\"><li data-start=\"5286\" data-end=\"5318\"><p data-start=\"5288\" data-end=\"5318\">Filtration and ultrafiltration<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5319\" data-end=\"5333\"><p data-start=\"5321\" data-end=\"5333\">Desalination<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5334\" data-end=\"5352\"><p data-start=\"5336\" data-end=\"5352\">Potabilisation<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5353\" data-end=\"5383\"><p data-start=\"5355\" data-end=\"5383\">Stand-alone solar systems<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"5385\" data-end=\"5479\">These solutions are ideal for projects in the Canary Islands, West Africa and North Africa.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"5494\" data-end=\"5537\">Maintenance and supply of UV equipment<\/h2><p data-start=\"5539\" data-end=\"5589\">To ensure the effectiveness of the system we offer:<\/p><ul data-start=\"5590\" data-end=\"5709\"><li data-start=\"5590\" data-end=\"5619\"><p data-start=\"5592\" data-end=\"5619\">Supply of UV lamps<\/p><\/li><li 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