The Better Water Maker (BWM), designed for use in the developing world, kills water microbes by using ultraviolet light. The United State Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has outlined standards for devices employing the use of UV light for purification. The broad definition of UV radiation’s “practical germicidal wavelength” is the range between 200 and 300 nm. By physically turning a crank, electric power is generated to pump water through a column containing an ultraviolet light bulb. The water flow is controlled to make sure there is enough contact with the UV light to kill E.coli bacteria. The device does not allow water to flow unless it has had the proper UV light treatment. The lightweight durable plastic units are easily movable and can be used by numerous families. Use of the Better Water Maker is environmentally benign; the source of energy is human power and there are no waste products.
The BWM can safely produce:
as much or little water as needed
potable water anytime, immediately
drinkable water anywhere- it is s very portable and needs no replacement of consumables, parts or chemicals (other than a UV bulb after 8,000 hours of operation/about 225,000 gallons)
The simplicity of our unit makes it feasible to become a locally manufactured, assembled, and sold product. Better Water Makers can be manufactured anywhere on demand using standard plastic injection molding techniques and common electrical components. Plastics manufacturing could be a boon to any developing country with access to hydrocarbons or appropriate feedstock.
We are currently looking to partner with NGO's that can facilitate the distribution of the BWM into communities in need. We see a tremendous potential to develop sustainable projects around creating opportunity for individuals to move forward and become more successful. Please contact us if you are interested in learning more about how you can help.
The Better Water Maker could be used and even manufactured anywhere in the world where predictably safe drinking water is in short supply. Expanded distribution of the units depends on building appropriate local partnerships, finding cost-effective means of shipping, navigating import tariffs, identifying the appropriate distribution/education points, and determining the financial situation. Setting up and maintaining supply lines will also need to be well planned.
Expanded manufacturing goals:
Short term: local people can be trained to assemble the units
Long-term: manufacturing plants could be built in Africa and other developing nations.
The Better Water Maker (BWM), designed for use in the developing world, kills water microbes by using ultraviolet light. The United State Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has outlined standards for devices employing the use of UV light for purification. The broad definition of UV radiation’s “practical germicidal wavelength” is the range between 200 and 300 nm. By physically turning a crank, electric power is generated to pump water through a column containing an ultraviolet light bulb. The water flow is controlled to make sure there is enough contact with the UV light to kill E.coli bacteria. The device does not allow water to flow unless it has had the proper UV light treatment. The lightweight durable plastic units are easily movable and can be used by numerous families. Use of the Better Water Maker is environmentally benign; the source of energy is human power and there are no waste products.