Limescale in Water: A Costly Problem and the Revolutionary Solution with WELLAN® 2000

The Problem of Limescale and Corrosion in Water

The accumulation of limescale (calcium carbonate) and corrosion in water systems poses a significant challenge for industries, households, swimming pools, and restaurants, generating high costs and operational issues:

Pipe Blockages

Limescale reduces the internal diameter of pipes, decreasing water flow and causing pressure losses or complete blockages. This disrupts industrial processes and domestic water supply.

Costly Maintenance

Cleaning or replacing pipes and equipment damaged by limescale and corrosion increases expenses. In industries, unplanned shutdowns lead to production losses, while in households, appliances like water heaters or washing machines require frequent repairs.

Energy Costs

Limescale acts as a thermal insulator, reducing the efficiency of boilers and heaters. For every millimeter of limescale, energy consumption can increase by 7-10%, raising utility bills.

Impact on Pools and Restaurants

Limescale damages filtration systems in pools and equipment like coffee machines in restaurants, shortening their lifespan.

Health Risks

Biofilm formation in pipes promotes the growth of bacteria such as legionella, posing a health hazard in hot water systems, pools, or cooling towers.

These issues result in significant economic costs, resource waste, and environmental impact due to the use of chemicals and additional energy.

WELLAN® 2000 – A Quantum Solution Without Chemicals or Electricity

 Developed by Klaus Wagner over 25 years ago, WELLAN® 2000 is an innovative technology that uses ultrafine oscillations in the field of quantum physics to treat water. This device, a compact aluminum-silicon alloy ring installed externally on pipes, requires no chemicals, electricity, or magnetic currents, offering a sustainable, low-maintenance solution.

Mechanism of Action:

• WELLAN® 2000 employs frequency modulation through laser technology. These frequencies, stored in the ring’s material, emit biosignals that alter the crystalline structure of calcium carbonate, preventing it from adhering to surfaces. Limescale crystals remain suspended and are flushed out with water flow.
• It halts corrosion by converting rust (Fe₂O₃) into a stable form (Fe₃O₄) and forms a protective layer inside pipes.
• It destroys biofilm, eliminating bacteria like legionella, making it a viable alternative to chlorine in pools and sanitary water systems.
• It enhances water quality, making it softer, better-tasting, and healthier for human consumption and industrial processes.

Evidence and Success Stories:

•  New York City Museum (2012-2014): WELLAN® 2000 was installed in a cooling tower system with legionella and limescale issues. After installing three rings, legionella spikes were eliminated, maintenance was reduced, and no deterioration in flow or pressure was observed. Results were validated by Kallen & Lemelson, an independent engineering firm.
• Sunridge Shopping Center, South Africa: WELLAN® 2000 improved water quality, reducing limescale buildup in pipes and fixtures.
• Testimonial from Peter W. J., former technical director at the University of Cologne: After installing WELLAN® 2000 in 2018, he noted softer water, better-tasting coffee, and no limescale buildup on faucet aerators. It also reduced the need for bottled water, saving costs.
• Notarized Test in Gundelsheim: A calcified pipe submerged in WELLAN® 2000-treated water showed limescale and rust dissolution in a short time, validated by a notary.

 Unique Advantages:

•  Maintenance-Free: Operates autonomously for at least 10 years, as per the manufacturer’s warranty.
• Sustainability: By avoiding chemicals and electricity, it reduces environmental impact and eliminates toxic byproducts associated with chlorine.
• Versatility: Effective in both stagnant and flowing water, unlike other systems requiring constant flow.
• Chlorine Alternative: In pools, it eliminates the need for chlorine, which produces trihalomethanes (THMs), potentially carcinogenic, and causes skin and mucous membrane irritation. WELLAN® 2000 keeps water clean without constant intervention, reducing health risks.

Critical Perspective:

•  While WELLAN® 2000 boasts numerous positive testimonials and case studies, its “quantum oscillations” mechanism lacks full validation by conventional scientific methods. Some critics, such as in a 2016 Reddit forum, label it as “pseudoscience” or “fraud,” arguing it violates thermodynamic laws and lacks patents in developed countries. However, the absence of a patent may stem from challenges in protecting novel technologies, not necessarily ineffectiveness.
• The company counters that effects are verifiable in practice, with tens of thousands of satisfied users and independent tests, though measurement methods for biosignals are still developing.
• Recommendation: Interested parties should take advantage of WELLAN’s 4-week free trial to evaluate results in their own systems.

Economic Valuation of Limescale Impact and WELLAN® 2000 Benefits Industry.

In sectors like manufacturing, food processing, or energy, costs associated with limescale, corrosion, and legionella are substantial. Consider a medium-sized industrial plant with a water system including boilers, heat exchangers, and cooling towers:

Costs Without WELLAN® 2000:

• Maintenance: Chemical cleaning or replacement of pipes and equipment every 2-3 years: €50,000-€100,000/year.
• Production Downtime; Each unplanned shutdown due to blockages or failures costs €10,000-€50,000/day, with 2-3 shutdowns annually (€20,000-€150,000/year).
• Energy Costs: A 10% increase in consumption due to limescale in boilers (typical energy spend of €500,000/year): €50,000/year additional.
• Legionella Management;  Chemical or thermal treatments: €5,000-€15,000/year.
• Total Annual Cost: €125,000-€315,000/year.

Savings with WELLAN® 2000:

Initial Investment: A WELLAN® 2000 unit for a medium-sized plant (pipes of 6-12 inches) costs approximately €5,000-€15,000 (installation included).

Cost Reductions:

• Maintenance: 70-90% reduction (€35,000-€90,000/year saved).
• Downtime: Elimination of 1-2 shutdowns annually (€10,000-€100,000/year saved).
• Energy: 7-10% efficiency improvement (€35,000-€50,000/year saved).
• Legionella: Elimination of chemical treatments (€5,000-€15,000/year saved).

Total Annual Savings: €85,000-€255,000/year.

Return on Investment (ROI): Investment recovered in 2-6 months, with continuous savings over the 10-year warranty period.

Private Sector (Households, Pools, Restaurants)

In domestic and commercial settings, costs are lower but cumulative. Consider a typical household and a community pool:

Costs Without WELLAN® 2000:

Household (4 people):

• Repair/replacement of appliances (water heater, washing machine) every 5-7 years: €200-€500/year.
• Increased energy consumption (10% additional for heater): €50-€100/year.
• Total: €250-€600/year.

Community Pool (50 households):

•  Maintenance of pumps and filters due to limescale: €1,000-€2,000/year.
• Chlorine and chemical treatments: €1,500-€3,000/year.
• Increased energy consumption: €500-€1,000/year.
• Total: €3,000-€6,000/year.

Savings with WELLAN® 2000:

 Household:

• Investment: A WELLAN® 2000 unit for a home (pipes of 1-2 inches) costs €500-€1,500.
• Savings: 80% reduction in repairs (€160-€400/year) and 10% in energy (€50-€100/year).
• Total Annual Savings: €210-€500/year.
• ROI: 1-3 years.

Community Pool:

• Investment: Unit for a pool (pipes of 4-6 inches): €2,000-€5,000.
• Savings: 70% reduction in maintenance (€700-€1,400/year), 100% in chlorine (€1,500-€3,000/year), 10% in energy (€500-€1,000/year).
• Total Annual Savings: €2,700-€5,400/year.
• ROI: 6-18 months.

Comparison: Chlorine vs. WELLAN® 2000 in Pools:

Limescale in Water: A Costly Problem and the Revolutionary Solution with WELLAN® 2000

Limescale, corrosion, and legionella generate significant costs, estimated at €125,000-€315,000/year for industrial plants and €250-€6,000/year for households and community pools. WELLAN® 2000, with its quantum oscillation technology, provides a comprehensive solution that eliminates these issues without chemicals, electricity, or maintenance, achieving savings of up to €255,000/year in industry and €5,400/year in pools. By replacing chlorine, it reduces health and environmental risks, while its rapid ROI (2-18 months) makes it economically attractive.

Although some critics question its scientific basis, success stories like the New York City Museum and user testimonials support its practical efficacy. The 4-week free trial allows prospective users to evaluate results risk-free, reinforcing confidence in the product.

Recommendation: Implement WELLAN® 2000 with a prior water system analysis and result monitoring to maximize benefits. Contact us now for more information.

Please note:

From August 1, 2024 until probably July 31, 2028, the sales regions USA and Canada will be represented exclusively by our Global Strategy Partner EHS.
The effectiveness of our rings remains unaffected.

Thank you for your attention.

Dagmar Wagner – CEO, WELLAN 2000® worldwide Germany

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