Leamna Pneumology Hospital, located in Leamna Village, Dolj County, Romania, asked for help clearing the physico-chemical and bacteriological contamination of its own water source – an 80 m deep well. The hospital specialises in the treatment of people with serious lung conditions such as Tuberculosis and so a steady, reliable supply of clean, wholesome drinking water is critical.
Establish a sustainable, reliable supply of clean, wholesome drinking water for the hospital estate, ensuring full compliance with all relevant standards.
The water was drawn from a freshwater borehole, which analysis revealed to be contaminated with both heavy metal elements and biological pathogens.
The hospital is situated in a relatively rural area within a village in Dolj County, located in southwestern Romania.
Over several years, the hospital encountered significant difficulties in utilising its borehole water as a reliable source of potable drinking water. The brown discolouration observed in the water strongly indicated potential contamination, a concern further heightened by recent uncertainties regarding the integrity of local sewage treatment infrastructure. Addressing these issues became a critical priority.
Following an initial consultation with the hospital’s Medical Director, borehole water samples were collected and submitted to an accredited local laboratory for analysis. The samples were tested against the standards outlined in the European Union Drinking Water Directive and Romanian Law No. 458/2002. The results revealed substantial contamination with Escherichia coli, ammonia, and heavy metals, as well as elevated turbidity levels.
In response to these findings, a PaquaVida treatment unit was specifically configured to target each identified issue. Over the ensuing weeks, the system was assembled, rigorously tested, and transported in a shipping container to the hospital in Leamna. Two engineers travelled to the site to collaborate with the hospital’s project lead, overseeing the installation and commissioning process. Within 24 hours, the unit became fully operational, producing water with immediate and noticeable improvements in clarity.
Subsequent laboratory analysis of the treated water confirmed that it met all relevant drinking water standards. The hospital’s ongoing testing has continued to yield excellent results, enabling the consistent provision of safe, wholesome drinking water across the entire estate. The successful implementation of the PaquaVida system therefore represents a significant advancement in ensuring both the reliability and quality of the hospital’s water supply.