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KETOS SHIELD makes water monitoring for arsenic in real-time easy and affordable. With our industry-leading $0-CAPEX subscription model, organizations save on upfront investment costs while gathering data on the exact water testing parameters they need.
KETOS SHIELD is an award-winning solution that marries automation, IoT, and big data to offer clients real-time monitoring for arsenic and 30+ other water testing parameters (such as inorganic materials, heavy metals, and nutrients). Monitoring happens via an internet-aware modular system that uploads your data to a centralized operational database for easy 24/7 access. Find the latest water quality and usage stats on your customizable water quality dashboard.
Arsenic naturally occurs in soil and rock and can easily dissolve into groundwater and wells. It can also enter water sources due to nearby human activity – for example, it can often be found in pesticides and enter water sources via soil runoff. For most, food and water are the primary sources of exposure. Arsenic is not only a known carcinogen but can also have diverse long and short-term health effects on individuals that digest more significant than average amounts, including cardiovascular and neurological effects and fatigue. According to the EPA, the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of arsenic is 0.01 mg/L. Long-term exposure to drinking water with arsenic at levels above 10 ppb increases the likelihood of cancer. Therefore, monitoring for arsenic, especially in drinking water, is necessary to keep a community safe from contamination events.
Arsenic contamination in water sources presents a critical and pervasive challenge that demands urgent attention. Across the globe, communities grapple with the silent threat of arsenic seeping into their drinking water, jeopardizing public health and environmental integrity. From rural villages to urban centers, the insidious presence of arsenic underscores the need for comprehensive solutions to mitigate its far-reaching impacts. As societies strive for equitable access to safe drinking water, addressing the issue of arsenic contamination emerges as a pivotal task requiring collective action and innovative approaches.
Arsenic contamination in water primarily stems from natural and human-induced sources. Naturally, arsenic is found in the Earth’s crust and can leach into groundwater from geological formations, especially in areas with significant mineral deposits. This process is often accelerated by weathering, where rainwater and other environmental factors erode arsenic-containing rocks and transport the dissolved arsenic into water sources. Human activities, such as mining, industrial processes, and improper disposal of arsenic-containing waste, can also increase arsenic levels in water. Additionally, agricultural practices that use arsenic-based pesticides and herbicides can contribute to arsenic contamination through runoff into rivers, lakes, and groundwater. Identifying these sources is critical for mitigating arsenic pollution and ensuring safe drinking water.
Monitoring for arsenic is just the beginning. With KETOS, you can do so much more to monitor your water and help keep water sources contaminant-free.
Whether you’re assessing groundwater for chromium contamination, monitoring wastewater for cadmium levels, or ensuring safe drinking water by measuring calcium content, KETOS’ automated water monitoring system is your reliable ally. Save time and streamline compliance with our advanced technology.
The KETOS SHIELD remotely monitors dozens of water quality parameters. Which one do your water operators test most often?
KETOS is a fully integrated platform that combines hardware, software, connectivity, automated reporting, predictive analytics, and maintenance to automate water monitoring and testing. KETOS enables water operators to identify and solve mission-critical water efficiency and quality challenges in real-time, or before they happen through predictive algorithms, to ensure that water meets specific quality and safety standards.