Katadyn: Katadyn Equipment: Purifiers

Katadyn: Katadyn Equipment: Purifiers: Katadyn: Katadyn Equipment: Water Filters: Katadyn: Katadyn Equipment: Since 1928, Katadyn of Switzerland has been a leader in the development of quality drinking water systems. Their history has been one of innovation and durability. Katadyn's unique products provide safety and convenience for many user groups including militaries, health organizations, and outdoor adventurers worldwide. No other water system provides higher quality or longer lasting performance. Today, Katadyn is the world's leading producer of portable drinking water systems. You may be asking yourself why treat water? The simplest answer is that you never know what s in it. A pristine stream may be safe one day and contaminated the next. It all depends upon what's happening upstream. Microorganisms generally come from human and animal waste, and are spread by rain and run-off. The EPA reports that 90% of the world's fresh water supply is contaminated and not recommended for drinking as is. The product you choose depends on the contamination level of the water source. Is the water turbid or clear? In addition to all bacteria, must viruses also be eliminated? Is the water contaminated with chemicals? How much potable water is required and how quickly must it be available? Is the water to be consumed directly after disinfection, or stored for a longer period of time? With products that range in use from expeditions and camps to solo trips to the gym, Katadyn s purifiers and microfilters have to be of the highest quality and usable in all conditions.