Welcome to Kool Tek

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are Kool Tek products superior?

Why can I rely on your company?

What kind of testing is performed on products before releasing them to customers?

When do you come out with new products?

How do I place an order?

What is OZONE?

What does OZONE do?

 
Q: Why are Kool Tek products superior?
A: Kool Tek’s line of water coolers, ice machines, water chillers, filter systems, etc. tested and certified according to industry standards. From the unique 7 cooling bands on the G2 water coolers to the low 1.9 amp draw on the ice maker, each Kool Tek product is designed to maximize your dollar and is something you can be confident in offering your customers.



Q: Why can I rely on your company?
A: Kool Tek, LLC was established in 2003 and has been growing steadily every year. It is directed by representatives who individually have decades of experience in the water industry. Our staff includes friendly customer service who work diligently to make sure you receive the products you need in a timely manner. We also have a technical team who assemble filter systems and other multi-part items for your orders.



Q: What kind of testing is performed on products before releasing them to customers?
A: We test the productivity of our products by placing them in environments similar to ones which customers will have. This helps us visualize how a product will function before it’s ever released for sale.



Q: When do you come out with new products?
A: We are always working on new ideas for products that would benefit our customers! We also welcome any comments or suggestions for new products or even improvements to existing products.



Q: How do I place an order?
A: Once you open an account you are able to place your order online, by fax or by calling our office. If you need to open an account you can call or email us for the forms you will need.



Q: What is OZONE?
A: Ozone is made up of one thing: Oxygen. Ozone in nature is that fresh, clean scent after a thunderstorm; it is nature’s way of cleaning and sanitizing. Ozone as a sterilizing agent is the most powerful cleaning agent available today.

UV
The air in the stratosphere is continuously being bombarded with UV radiation from the sun. When high energy UV rays strike molecules of oxygen (O²), the oxygen is split; causing two single oxygen atoms (O¹). The free oxygen atoms (O¹) then combine with oxygen molecules (O²) to create ozone (O³).

Corona Discharge
When lighting strikes, the naturally occurring electric charge splits the oxygen molecule (O²) creating a single oxygen atom (O¹). Ozone (O³) is then formed in the same manner as with UV.

Brief Overview of How Ozone Works
When ozone (O³) comes in contact with a pathogen, such as an odor, bacteria or virus, the extra oxygen atom breaks off, attaching to the pathogen. Once the pathogen comes in contact with the ozone (O³) it is destroyed.

Benefits

        • Ozone is 51% more effective against bacteria (E.Coli, Salmonella, etc.) than chlorine and other chemical sanitizers
        • Ozone kills toxic substances 3,000 times faster than chlorine
        • Ozone destroys pesticides and chemical residues; even chlorinated by-products
        • Kills viruses and bacteria (including E.Coli and Salmonella)
        • According to the Environmental Protection Agency, ozone is the most effective primary disinfectant available for drinking water
        • Ozone is environmentally friendly – Converts back to oxygen
        • Ozone is produced on site – no need for transporting, handling or storing hazardous materials
        • Ozone has been FDA approved for direct-food contact since 2001
        • Ozone is proven for Surface Sanitation



Q:What does OZONE do?
A: Ultraviolet Light
Ozone is an unstable compound generated by the exposure of oxygen molecules to a high energy electrical discharge.
The weak bond holding ozone’s third oxygen atom is what causes the molecule to be unstable and thus, very effective.
An oxidation reaction occurs upon any collision between an ozone molecule and a molecule of an oxidizable substance (i.e. bacteria, fungi (mold & yeast), viruses, forms of iron & manganese…)

The weak bond splits off leaving oxygen as a by-product. During an oxidation reaction, organic molecules are changed and dissolved metals are made no longer soluble.

Of the ozone technologies mentioned above, none has a clear advantage. However, to help narrow the field for a particular application, consider the amount of ozone required. You may find that low and medium frequency ozone systems will have prohibitively high initial costs for applications requiring less than ten lbs./day. However, they have a proven history of durability and reliability. High frequency ozone generators seem to have the best combination of cost efficiency and reliability for applications requiring less than ten lbs/day of ozone output.

Advantages of Corona Discharge Ozone Generation

        • Corona discharge ozone generators benefit from oxygen preparation thereby doubling the ozone output per given volume vs. dry air
        • Small construction allowing generator to be installed in virtually any area
        • Creates a more pure form of ozone without creating other harmful or irritating gases
        • Corona cell life can exceed ten years
        • Can create high quantities of ozone (up to 100-lbs/day)
        • Can be more cost-effective than UV-ozone generation

Advantages of Ultraviolet (UV) Ozone Generation

        • Environmentally Safe
        • Easier to clean - Less cleaning required
        • Zero Nitrogen Oxides
        • UV (ultraviolet) ozone production is not affected or diminished by humidity
        • Impossible to overdose

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