Many consumers are concerned about the quality of drinking water, because the microorganisms present in water can make them ill.

In emerging countries these concerns may be due to the water infrastructure, but also in western countries incidents can cause contamination with microorganisms.

In North America alone 85 percent of child sickness and 65 percent of adult diseases are a result of water borne viruses and bacteria1.

The new Philips InstantTrust solution can be integrated into any point-of use application including taps, water pitchers, under-the-sink water filters and portable counter-top systems. It solves many of the limitations of current UV disinfection technology and enables equipment manufacturers to provide consumers with access to safe drinking water: Anytime, anywhere.

Frank Kauffmann, Philips’ GM special lighting said: “This unique, state-of-the-art UV disinfection technology is a testament to our continued commitment to developing innovative technologies that help enhance the health and quality of people’s lives.”

Ernest Sanderse, Philips’ marketing manager UV purification, said: “We are dedicated to working with leading equipment manufacturers of end-use products to make this technology available for people around the world.”

Philips Lighting has been at the forefront of UV technology for many years and has helped equipment manufacturers across different sectors.