Frequently asked questions

How is the calcium deposit removed ?
Cleaning mainly takes place mechanically. Every change in the temperature of the water causes the pipe to expand or shrink. Micro-cracks are created in the thickness of the calcium deposit. Without treatment, these micro-cracks would be closed off by the creation of new layers of calcium. The treatment prevents the cracks from closing. Due to the mechanical effect of successive expansions, the cracks become larger and the calcium deposits gradually flake off. Existing calcium deposits become brittle more quickly. There is not yet any scientific explanation for this.
     

Regular checks
Regular checks on filters, taps and shower heads can prevent problems during cleaning of the installation. You should also check tank bottoms and any low areas where calcium deposits might accumulate. It may be necessary to drain off some water. Keep to the manufacturer's instructions with regard to regular cleaning of boiler installations.
     

Why choose a procedure in which the calcium remains in the water?
It is important for calcium carbonate to be present in drinking water. Calcium allows heavy metals to leave the human body in a natural way. Treated water is also thought to play a beneficial role in the prevention of various cardiovascular diseases.

What about the environment ?

The quality of the water remains the same, according to the provisions of the European Water Charter. Energy consumption by our equipment is restricted to a minimum. The cleaning of heating appliances also saves a lot of energy.

What is the possible influence of the pipe material?

The new generation of appliances, with absorption control, also adjust treatment impulses in accordance with the wall of the pipe, which hinders transference of the impulses.This is particularly important in the case of “high pressure” PVC pipes, which have very thick walls.

What is the operational principle?

D-CALC works according to the principle of capacitive transference of impulses in water through the walls of the pipe. The equipment generates impulses of a specific form, amplitude and frequency, which have been controlled in the laboratory. Transference of the impulses takes place through windings around the pipe on both sides of the appliance. These windings act as condenser armatures. The EMW (electro-magnetic wave) impulses cause crystal formation of the dissolved salts. They encourage the formation of seed crystals and further growth, for example, of calcium carbonate crystals in the fluid. The calcium carbonate that would otherwise be deposited on the walls of the pipes remains in the water, but it is no longer harmful. This physical process does not change the chemical composition of the water and does not adversely affect its natural quality.

What effect does water hardness have on the results?

The aim of the treatment is to develop seed crystals and allow them to grow as much as possible. The harder the water, i.e. the more calcium and magnesium carbonate in solution it contains, the better the result that is achieved.