{"id":1313,"date":"2020-04-09T12:29:41","date_gmt":"2020-04-09T12:29:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/?p=1313"},"modified":"2026-09-02T12:41:50","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T19:41:50","slug":"role-of-water-treatment-in-times-of-covid-19-ampac-usa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/role-of-water-treatment-in-times-of-covid-19-ampac-usa\/","title":{"rendered":"Role of Water Treatment in Times of COVID-19: AMPAC USA"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We are living in uncertain times. The Coronavirus crisis is worsening with time. In such a situation, can <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/products\/seawater-desalination-watermakers\">water treatment<\/a><\/strong> play a key role in our lives? Yes, it does. Read on to know-how.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">With the number of coronavirus cases increasing daily and people being advised to stay home, many Americans are worried whether they are healthy enough to fight off COVID-19 on their own. As a result, we all are getting more cautious about what we eat or drink than we were ever before.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you are also worried about the role of water treatment in times of COVID-19, then do remember the following points.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Tap Water is Still Safe\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The US Environmental Protection Agency has assured that Americans across 50 states can continue to drink water from the taps as they always have. So, if you are surviving on tap water, you can continue to do the same in these tough times as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>But Extra Protection Never Hurts<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Though the EPA has assured that tap water is safe, it never hurts to have added protection. So, you must consider purchasing a water filter like a reverse osmosis water filter to ensure the availability of high purity water after quality water treatment. It will assure you that the water you are drinking is always safe and contaminant-free. As many US states have a history of problems in tap water like the presence of harmful substances like lead, seeking high purity water filter will reduce your stress regarding this.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Pure Water is a Lifesaver<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In times of COVID-19, pure water is a lifesaver. The World Health Organization has reiterated time and again about the importance of washing hands with clean water and soap to ensure that you wash off COVID-19 from your skin in case you have contracted this virus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As washing hands frequently is the only sure-shot way of eliminating this virus, you must wash hands with pure or adequately treated water. Wash them multiple times a day, especially when you come home from the outside. Remember, prevention is better than cure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To get the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/products\/seawater-desalination-watermakers\">best water treatment systems<\/a><\/strong> for home, commercial and industrial needs, always trust <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/\">AMPAC USA<\/a>. Our decades of experience and commitment to advanced technologies ensure that you get a system that is reliable, affordable, long-lasting, durable and provide you with the purest water year after year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Source<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/coronavirus\/coronavirus-and-drinking-water-and-wastewater<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!-- Phase 2: FAQ Section --><\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-section\">\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is tap water safe to drink during a public health crisis like COVID-19?<\/h3>\n<p>The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) assured that tap water across all 50 states remained safe to drink during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, for added peace of mind and protection against potential contaminants like lead, many individuals considered advanced filtration. Systems like reverse osmosis provide consistently high-purity water, ensuring it is safe and contaminant-free.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How critical is water treatment for healthcare facilities during a pandemic?<\/h3>\n<p>Water treatment is absolutely critical for healthcare facilities, especially during a pandemic, as it directly impacts patient care and infection control. High-quality water is essential for hand hygiene\u2014a primary transmission prevention measure\u2014sterilizing medical equipment, and supporting patient treatment. AMPAC USA engineers commercial and industrial reverse osmosis systems to meet these stringent demands, ensuring reliable, high-purity water for critical operations.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can reverse osmosis systems improve water safety during a health emergency?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, reverse osmosis (RO) systems significantly enhance water safety by removing a broad spectrum of contaminants, ensuring high-purity water. While tap water was generally safe during COVID-19, an RO filter provides an extra layer of protection, reducing stress about potential impurities. AMPAC USA&#8217;s advanced RO technologies are designed for documented performance, delivering contaminant-free water for various applications.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the importance of clean water for hygiene during a pandemic?<\/h3>\n<p>Clean, adequately treated water is paramount for effective hygiene, particularly during a pandemic. The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasized frequent handwashing with clean water and soap as a primary defense against virus transmission. Ensuring access to high-purity water supports rigorous hygiene practices, helping to eliminate pathogens from skin and surfaces.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does AMPAC USA support water quality needs in challenging environments?<\/h3>\n<p>AMPAC USA leverages over 30 years of direct field experience to design and manufacture robust commercial and industrial water purification systems for challenging environments worldwide. Our engineers have installed systems on offshore oil rigs, military bases, and healthcare facilities across 150+ countries. We provide certified, documented performance for critical applications, ensuring reliable access to high-quality water even in uncertain times.<\/p>\n<h2>Related Articles<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/ampac-usa-ceo-to-address-the-water-expo-miami-in-august\/\">AMPAC USA CEO To Address The Water Expo, Miami In August<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/avail-free-access-to-the-water-expo-2019-from-ampac-usa\/\">Avail Free Access To The Water Expo 2019 From AMPAC USA!<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/reverse-osmosis-system-for-food-processing\/\">Water Treatment for Food and Beverage Manufacturing: RO Systems Guide | AMPAC USA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/nitrate-removal-reverse-osmosis\/\">Nitrate Removal by Reverse Osmosis: Well Water Treatment Guide | AMPAC USA<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- Phase 2: Conclusion Section --><br \/>\n<!-- Phase 2: Conclusion Section --><\/p>\n<div class=\"conclusion-section\">\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Tap water didn&#8217;t stop being safe because of COVID-19 &mdash; the EPA never rescinded that guidance &mdash; but the pandemic did make a lot of people think harder about what&#8217;s actually coming out of their faucet. That&#8217;s not a bad instinct, especially in areas with a documented history of lead or other contaminants, where a reverse osmosis filter adds a layer of protection municipal treatment alone doesn&#8217;t guarantee. Good water quality habits built during a health crisis are worth keeping afterward. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/nitrate-removal-reverse-osmosis\/\">guide to nitrate removal by reverse osmosis<\/a>, or reach out to info@ampac1.com or (909) 548-4900 to find the right filtration for your home.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Coronavirus cases increasing daily and people being advised to stay home, many Americans are worried whether they are healthy enough to fight off COVID-19.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2284,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[98,29],"tags":[256,260,19,267,266],"class_list":["post-1313","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","category-water-treatment","tag-corona-virus","tag-covid-19","tag-reverse-osmosis","tag-virus","tag-water-reverse-osmosis"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1313","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1313"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1313\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2284"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1313"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1313"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1313"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}