Pathogen Detection: HVAC & Water Systems

HVAC & Water Systems

Rapidly detect Legionella contamination in HVAC & water systems to protect the health and safety of building residents.

Water systems, such as cooling towers, hot water tanks, heaters, and plumbing systems, create an environment conducive to the growth and spread of pathogens. Warm temperatures and stagnant water provide ideal conditions for bacteria, viruses, and fungi to thrive. Legionella, for instance, can multiply rapidly in warm water and form biofilms within plumbing systems, leading to the release of harmful aerosols that can be inhaled, causing severe respiratory illnesses in susceptible individuals.

As water containing Legionella can spread in airborne droplets, people can get Legionnaires' disease or Pontiac fever just by living in a building with contaminated water systems. The bacteria can spread to showerheads, faucets, and heating/cooling units, causing widespread infection.

Our autonomous pathogen detection technology can reduce these risks by providing real-time contamination results. By installing the KRAKEN™ at multiple points in the water system, operators can immediately detect Legionella contamination and take rapid action to prevent outbreaks. With automated sampling and data analysis, water sources can be monitored at all hours of the day without manual support.

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