Ultralox40® is a stable, highly effective form of hypochlorous acid (HOCl), the active form of chlorine, renowned for its rapid biocidal properties. It is specifically formulated for water hygiene and pipework treatment applications, swiftly eradicating Legionella, Pseudomonas, and other microbes. Ultralox is widely used across NHS sites, highlighting its efficacy and reliability.
Rapid Microbial Control
Effectively eliminates bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores, ensuring safe water systems.
Biofilm Breakdown
Highly effective in breaking down biofilms that harbor pathogens, maintaining cleaner systems.
Versatile Application
Suitable for hot and cold water systems, including domestic and commercial settings such as hospitals, hotels, care homes, schools, and offices.
Compliance and Integration:
Ultralox40 is approved for use in potable and process water, meeting UK and EU standards for water treatment chemicals. It can be seamlessly integrated into existing water systems or used as a standalone solution, offering flexibility in application.
Ultralox40 is a versatile water hygiene solution used in multiple sectors to ensure microbial control, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Industry-Specific Applications:
Healthcare & NHS Facilities
Eliminates Legionella and Pseudomonas in hospital water systems, ensuring patient safety.
Care Homes & Assisted Living
Provides safe, pathogen-free water for vulnerable residents.
Education (Schools & Universities)
Maintains clean water systems in high-occupancy environments.
Hospitality (Hotels & Leisure Facilities)
Prevents biofilm formation in water storage and distribution networks.
Commercial & Office Buildings
Ensures clean, compliant water in shared and high-usage facilities.
Industrial & Manufacturing
Supports clean-in-place (CIP) processes and industrial water hygiene.
Pharmaceutical & Food Processing
Maintains sterile water conditions for production and compliance.
Cooling Towers & Process Water
Controls microbial growth in HVAC and industrial cooling systems.
Colourless
Used on domestic cold water systems
Used on domestic hot water systems
Low hazard
Breaks down biofilm at nominal operating conditions
Inhibits biofilm regeneration
Residual effectiveness against Legionella and Pseudomonas
Simple to monitor and dose
Shock dose solution
Emergency disinfection solution
Critical application solution
Retrofit permanent secondary disinfection solution
Skid system control and dosing (1 x 25Kg or 2 x 25Kg or 1 x 200L options)
Larger applications >25m3/day available
Ultralox40 is an extremely efficacious fast-acting stable biocide (hypochlorus acid or HOCl). HOCl is manufactured naturally by white blood cells (neutrophils) as part of the body’s defence against pathogens. HSG 274 cites “hypochlorus acid (HOCl) the form of chlorine that is most effective as a biocide”. It breaks down biofilm and is highly effective against pathogens and bacteria. Particularly for systems with low and high pressure, high bacteria counts, embedded or systematic biofilm challenges, require repeated flushing and one-off disinfections and therefore have requirements for secondary disinfection.
Delivered in 25L, 200L or 1,000L package sizes. Can be dosed into incoming mains or a break tank, via fixed or mobile delivery and control systems that can be purchased or hired. The standard mobile or free-standing skid mounted systems can be retrofitted and are suitable for systems up to 40m3 /day. 200L systems are better suited for 50-60m3 /day requirements.

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