Case Studies

Mitigating Legionella Contamination at 55 St Georges Terrace

55 St Georges Terrace stands as a hub of commercial activity in Perth Australia, accommodating a diverse range of businesses and offices. The focus on maintaining a safe and healthy environment for occupants is paramount, making routine water testing a standard practice to ensure water quality and safety. 

Challenge 

During routine water testing, a Legionella-positive result surfaced from a single unit on level 6 of the building. Legionella, a bacterium known to cause severe respiratory infections, raised concerns about the potential health risks for occupants. 

A thorough investigation was immediately initiated to identify the source of Legionella contamination. The findings indicated that the contamination originated from the incoming water source, signifying a broader concern that required urgent attention to prevent further spread throughout the building. 

Recognizing the urgency of the situation, building management and relevant stakeholders acknowledged the critical need for immediate action. Legionella, when left unaddressed, poses a significant health risk, particularly in large commercial structures like 55 St Georges Terrace. 

Solution 

In response to the Legionella-positive result, Billi acted decisively by promptly removing the affected unit from the site. This crucial step aimed at thorough disinfection, ensuring the elimination of any lingering Legionella bacteria within the unit and preventing potential transmission to other parts of the building. 

Billi presented an innovative proposal: the installation of Luxgarde™ UVC systems. This comprehensive approach involved placing a Luxgarde™ unit at each of the 21 specifically located units within the building. Luxgarde™ UVC systems, certified for its effectiveness in water purification, offered a proactive solution to guarantee water safety. 

Luxgarde™: Transforming Hygiene Standards with UVC LED Water Purification 

Luxgarde™ has emerged as a game-changer in the realm of water purification, setting new benchmarks for hygiene standards in commercial offices, hospitals, aged care facilities, and residential premises. Luxgarde™ introduced an advanced UVC LED purification device designed to be up to 99.999% effective against pathogens. Luxgarde™ employs cutting-edge UVC LED technology to ensure the highest level of water purification. This technology disrupts the DNA of pathogens, preventing them from reproducing and rendering them harmless. 

Billi’s ability to rapidly retrofit Luxgarde™ to affected locations quickly enabled the site to address the root cause of Legionella contamination and create a robust safeguard against potential future incidents. With each Billi unit now equipped with a dedicated Luxgarde™, water quality and safety were significantly enhanced. Emphasizing space efficiency, Luxgarde™ boasts a compact footprint, enabling you to maximize the valuable under-bench space. 

Billi showcased a proactive approach in addressing waterborne bacterial contamination. By leveraging Luxgarde™ UVC systems, Billi not only successfully mitigated the Legionella issue but also established a groundbreaking precedent for advanced water treatment technologies. 

Billi’s Legacy of Innovation 

Originating in Australia, Billi has been a pioneering force in the instant filtered boiling and chilled water systems industry for over three decades. Renowned for their combination of functionality, performance, and contemporary aesthetics, Billi embodies a commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability, exemplified by their strategic response at 55 St Georges Terrace.