What is BS EN 12915-2 - Reactivated granular activated carbon used for the treatment of water about?
BS EN 12915 discusses products used for the treatment of water intended for human consumption. BS EN 12915-2 is the second part of BS EN 12915 multi-series and discusses reactivated granular activated carbon.
BS EN 12915-2 is applicable to reactivated granular activated carbon used for the treatment of water intended for human consumption.
Who is BS EN 12915-2 - Reactivated granular activated carbon used for the treatment of water for?
BS EN 12915-2 on reactivated granular activated carbon used for the treatment of water is useful for:
- Chemical manufacturers
- Water treatment plants
- Packaged drinking water manufacturers
- Quality control personnel
- Inspection personnel
Why should you use BS EN 12915-2 - Reactivated granular activated carbon used for the treatment of water?
A filter with granular activated carbon (GAC) is a proven option to remove certain chemicals, particularly organic chemicals, from water. GAC filters also can be used to remove chemicals that give objectionable odors or tastes to water such as hydrogen sulfide (rotten eggs odor) or chlorine.
BS EN 12915-2 provides you with the characteristics of reactivated granular activated carbon and provides the requirements and the corresponding test methods for reactivated granular activated carbon. BS EN 12915-2 gives information on reactivated granular activated carbon use in water treatment. BS EN 12915-2 helps you to avoid potential adverse effects on the quality of water intended for human consumption.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 12915-2:2009 supersedes BS EN 12915-2:2003 which is withdrawn. BS EN 12915-2:2009 includes some editorial changes with respect to BS EN 12915-2:2003. These include:
- Editorial changes to harmonize the text with other standards in this series
- The note on the purity of the product has been reworded.