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What Are Mixed Oxidants?

The mixed-oxidant solution is a mixture of chlorine and other chlor-oxygen compounds that are generated electrolytically using salt, water, and power. Although the mixed-oxidant solution is measured and dosed as free available chlorine (FAC), it exhibits behavioral traits associated with a more active chlor-oxygen chemistry than traditional chlorine. In contrast to other chlorine technologies, mixed oxidants offer a superior disinfection efficacy, elimination of biofilm [Biofilm Removal], a more durable chlorine residual [Residual], reduced formation of disinfection by-products (DBPs), and improved taste and odor. Moreover, mixed oxidants readily oxidize ammonia, sulfides, iron and manganese, and can cause a microflocculation effect in pretreatment.

Despite these well-documented advantages, speciation studies from a variety of institutions have identified only chlorine in the mixed-oxidant solution. Due to this finding, the U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has determined that mixed-oxidant customers need follow only chlorine regulatory requirements, including use of chlorine CT values, limits on maximum chlorine allowed, and limits on total trihalomethane (TTHM) and haloacetic acid (HAA5) formation. [Hazardous Byproducts].

Under government-funded research to MIOX Corporation, various universities and researchers are exploring new analytical techniques to better understand the enhanced chemistry of the mixed-oxidant solution. In the meantime, MIOX Corporation has learned to optimize the cell design for maximum mixed-oxidant performance. In contrast, hypochlorite cells are optimized for the best salt and power conversion efficiencies.

With over ten years of experience in the market, over 1,000 units installed, and an equipment base in more than 25 countries serving multiple millions of people, MIOX Corporation is the expert in on-site generation of mixed oxidants.