EPA Approved
A CDC report reveals a surge in recreational water illnesses due to chlorine-resistant pathogens and disinfection byproducts (DBPs). The chart shows a significant spike in outbreaks, particularly acute gastrointestinal illness (AGI), during the summer months of June through August in 2011-2012. This data highlights the urgent need for enhanced safety measures in public pools to protect against eye, skin, and respiratory illnesses. Safer water means healthier summers for our kids.
Recreation Water - associated Outbreaks, by Predominant Illness* and Month - United States, 2011 - 2012
Abbreviation/Terms: AGI: acute gastrointestinal illness; ARI: acute respiratory illness; Eye: illness, condition or symptom related to eyes; Multiple: a combination of predominant illnesses; Skin: illness, condition or symptom related to skin
* n=90; The category of illness reported by ≥50% of ill respondents.
Several children had to be hospitalized because of the outbreak.
The CDC issued a new report on May 20, chronicling a recent bacteria outbreak from a swimming community pool. According to the report, the Pennsylvania Department of Health (PADOH) received multiple complaints of gastrointestinal illness on June 7, 2021, from patrons who had visited and swam at a community pool on May 31 that year. The agency identified 15 cases of E. coli infection among children ages 4 to 14, with nine confirmed cases and six probable cases.
"Some of the children who tested positive for E. coli also tested positive for C. difficile."
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The interaction between chlorine and contaminants results in generation of
Disinfection Byproducts (DBPs)
Accumulation of Contaminants & DBPs reduce Oxidation Potential (ORP)
Reduced ORP increases the time required for chlorine to kill bacteria (see biofilms).
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Urea is contributed thru perspiration and urine from bathers and is accountable for the vast majority (~80%) of organic-N (Nitrogen) responsible in the formation of Trichloramine.
Fig. 1 Cryptolyte® rapidly oxidizes Urea as it is being introduced into the pool water.
Fig. 2 shows Trichloramine concentration Days & Hours leading up to starting treatment. Within hours of implementing the treatment, the Trichloramine concentration plummeted. A 10-fold reduction in trichloramine was achieved and sustained during comparable bather loading (time of day) throughout the remainder of the study.
Cryptolyte® accelerates oxidation of the organic contaminants contributed by swimmers and existing DBPs thereby inhibiting accumulation. Oxidation Potential (ORP) remains elevated.
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Fig. 2
Cryptolyte® rapidly penetrates the protective membranes of chlorine resistant Cryptosporidium oocyst compromising the protective membrane and killing the sporozoites within.
Before Cryptolyte® Cryptosporidium oocyst 1000x Epifluorescence
After Cryptolyte® Remnants of Crypto oocyst 1000x Epifluorescence
The same powerful effects are exerted on Biofilms & Bacteria throughout the ENTIRE water & circulating system. The Rate of Remediation is NOT determined by Circulation Rate like side-stream treatments (e.g. UV, Ozone). Cryptolyte® provides Controlled, Confirmed & Documented Remediation of Chlorine Resistant Pathogens.
"Controlling, Confirming & Documenting pool water remediation of Chlorine Resistant Pathogens gives our customers the proof they need to defuse accusations in a climate where even a negative review can go viral online and damage a business’s reputation."
We adhere to EPA standards, ensuring our water treatments meet legal and safety requirements, safeguarding both public health and your business.
Our management system quickly targets and corrects water quality issues, providing reliable and comprehensive remediation services.
Our stringent testing and safety measures ensure superior water conditions, minimizing risk and enhancing user confidence.
![]() | UV | Ozone | Cl2 Shock | Filter Aids | |
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Controls, Confirms & Documents Remediation | |||||
>3-log Kill of Cryptosporidium <30min | |||||
Removes & Prevents Biofilms | |||||
Remediates Entire Pool System | |||||
Daily Remediation | |||||
Destroys & Inhibits DBPs | Increases volatile DBPs | ||||
Capital Expense | Low | High | High | Low | Low |
Operating/Maintenance Expense | Offset by Savings | Mod/High | mod/High | Low | Low |
Patented Technology |