Device for Improving the Chemical and Physical Properties of Water and Methods of Using Same

Abstract

A water treatment device for altering the chemical and physical properties of water for use in existing plumbing and/or piping systems wherein the treatment device may be customized for intended use and for treatment of the water profile in the geographical area of installation.

1 . A water treatment device comprising at least four treatment modalities in a single unit, the treatment modalities comprised of:
 rare-earth magnets configured in a unique configuration;   active ceramic beads;   vortex generators; and   a design which creates a low pressure/flow rate and high water environment.   
     
     
         2 . A method of improving the permeability of water within an environment, comprising:
 installing a water treatment device in-line with an existing plumbing system;   allowing water to pass through the water treatment device; and   using the treated water for an intended end use.   
     
     
         3 . The method of  claim 2  wherein the water treatment device is comprised of:
 a housing made of durable plastic material the housing including an upper housing and a lower housing combined by a couple located between the upper housing and the lower housing; 
 a first flange unit and a second flange unit located within chambers inside the housing; 
 a large screen and a small screen located within the lower housing; 
 active-ceramic bead media located between the large screen and the small screen; and 
 a plurality of cut-outs within the first flange and the second flange wherein the cut-outs are configured to receive donut shape rare-earth magnets. 
 
     
     
         4 . The method of  claim 2  wherein the permeability is improved in soil, membranes or biological systems. 
     
     
         5 . The method of  claim 2  wherein the installation of the device may be within a system selected from the group consisting of landscape, agriculture, residential, whole house systems, pools, fountains, water features, faucets and garden hoses. 
     
     
         6 . The method of  claim 2  wherein the intended end use is selected from the group consisting of irrigation, household and agriculture. 
     
     
         7 . An apparatus for treating water comprising at least two halves separated by at least one coupler, comprising:
 (a) a first half comprising a first screen and a second screen, wherein an array of ceramic beads rests in between the first screen and the second screen;   (b) a second half further comprising at least one layer comprising at least one flange further comprising an arrangement of magnets set within the flange, wherein the arrangement of magnets is interspersed with a series of water flow passages allowing for the passage of water from one side of the at least one layer to the other side of the at least one layer.