Idral electronic taps: precaution against contagion and legionella. Even in the home

How can Idral Electronic Taps prevent different types of contagion, including Covid-19? Simple: we know that the virus is able to survive hours, even days on certain surfaces (less on metals such as steel, much more on wood, paper and cardboard) and, consequently, the less we come into contact with objects, the better.

These days, therefore, contactless technology has become particularly important for many aspects of our lives, not only outside but also inside the home. In fact, the new normal requires less physical contact with people and objects to prevent the spread of viruses and, for this reason, taps with photocells are the best solution not only for public spaces but also in the home, both in the bathroom and the kitchen, as they help to protect the whole family from the contagion of any virus, from seasonal flu to Covid. The photocell allows the flow of water to be controlled without coming into contact with any surface, simply by detecting its presence. Electronic faucets are also more hygienic than conventional faucets: they stay clean longer without being touched by hand and, thanks to their ergonomic shape, are easier to clean. The fact that the flow rate is pre-set at reduced flow values also means savings of up to 50% and a cleaner, splash-free space.

Idral electronic taps: the benefits of the anti-legionella system

In addition to ensuring hygiene and minimising the risk of contagion, Idral electronic taps are equipped with an anti-legionella system that reduces the proliferation of germs in the water. In fact, when water stands still in household pipes, bacteria can develop that are extremely harmful to health. Legionella, in particular, is a bacillus that lives in stagnant water and that we can inhale through the steam of water coming out of household taps; when it enters the body, it can cause aggressive pneumonia, with symptoms similar to influenza or coronavirus. Legionella infections can aggravate the progression of a concomitant or subsequent covid infection because they cause severe damage to the lungs and threaten the entire organism. Since legionella develops in stagnant water between 25º and 45º, one of the solutions recommended by the WHO is to flush the water system at least once a week. As long as you stay at home and use the water frequently, the risk of Legionella development is limited, but what happens when you go on holiday or to a second home that has been closed for some time? The answer is precisely anti-legionella systems, and one of the most effective solutions are Idral electronic taps with automatic water opening systems.

How the anti-legionella system of Idral electronic taps works

The continuous movement of water is one of the best natural water system treatment systems against legionella. The anti-legionella system of Idral electronic taps automatically opens the water flow for 10 seconds after 24 hours from the last use: in this way, water continues to circulate in the pipes and taps even when nobody is at home. Installation is simple and requires no special programming or maintenance, as the infrared sensor works autonomously.

Compared to other systems for combating legionella, electronic taps with the automatic flushing system are much cheaper than having an additional system with disinfectant in the system, which entails a cost for implementation, certification, maintenance and verification of the result. Keeping the water flowing by means of an automatic dispensing cycle is less costly, more 'natural' and gives an excellent result in small and medium-sized installations.