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Water filters protect against drinking water hazards

Posted by Ken Christopher

Our company has one very important purpose in mind – maintaining the quality and safety of your drinking water. That is why we have earned a Gold Seal from the Water Quality Association for our high industry standards.  According to their website, “the Water Quality Association’s Gold Seal Certification Program is dedicated to providing public health and safety services throughout the USA and globally, while maintaining expert service, superior reputation, and fair pricing.” Through affordable, eco-friendly, and effective products, we are able to sustain the integrity of your tap water by removing harmful contaminants at any household demand. 85% of the US population gets their drinking water from public water systems. When these systems are compromised, so is your drinking water. As one community in Virginia Beach has found, decisions and circumstances can impact drinking water sources in unheard of ways. Leaving your drinking water decisions in the hands of policymakers and corporations can also be dangerous. According to a recent article from wavy.com, uranium mining could impact public drinking water. Although the decision to mine the largest undeveloped uranium deposit in the nation could bring a major economic boom to the local economy in times where jobs are scarce, will it be worth the risks and threats to their drinking water in the long run? Residents and officials are concerned that in the process of mining uranium, by-products could flow downstream and into local homes. Radioactive by-products, that is. The Virginia Beach mayor states that “I don’t think we want our citizen’s drinking water that has radioactivity in it.” But what will win out? The quality of drinking water or economic benefits that could fuel the Commonwealth for 75 years? The uranium is concentrated underneath one Virginia man’s farmland and it’s worth billions of dollars. What is a resident to do? Well, the best decision that those residents could make, as well as any other homeowners across the nation who find themselves asking this very question, is to consider a drinking water system such as a water filter or water cooler. Our drinking water systems are some of the smartest ever made and utilize the latest in drinking water technology. You don’t have to worry about the external decisions putting your drinking water quality at risk. If an economic stimulus is going to outweigh the safety of your public drinking water, our drinking water systems may be the perfect step in keeping your tap water safe and pure.

High Efficiency Water Filter with Low Costs

Posted by Ken Christopher

Wouldn’t you love to get more from your money without actually having to pay more? In this day in age, we have so many appliances and electronic devices. We live in a world driven by technology which translates to using a lot of energy and paying for it with our monthly energy bills. A couple of days ago, we (as a nation) celebrated National Cut Your Energy Costs Day, a day to create an awareness on how to lower energy costs and promoting less energy use while saving more money. Interested in a home drinking water system, but afraid to add yet another system to your home’s energy bills and consumption? With our water filters which use LINX® technology, you may not have to worry about that at all.

Our reverse osmosis systems are leading the competition in water technology and efficiency. For instance, a recent study by Van Newenhizen and Associates evaluated the use of water in several types of POU water treatment systems under various conditions – and our LINX product came out head and shoulders above the others. Not only was it shown to be incredibly effective, its efficiency demonstrated advantages when compared to other competitors making it a great choice for a water filter. In their executive summary, they stated that “The LINX system demonstrated superior efficiency in this study comparing typical and enhanced RO systems and a capacitive deionization system.” The temperature and pressure of the water tested didn’t even make an impact on the system efficiency. Water waste can be excessive with other systems and National Cut Your Energy Cost Day is a great reminder to reduce waste in all forms and save energy in whatever ways we can to protect and preserve this great planet – and our bank accounts!

When we conserve energy, we conserve money and time. Our water filters require less energy and electricity to function. The electricity cost is about $0.004 per gallon of drinking water produced based on the highest electrical rates in the US. That’s less than it costs to run your toaster or your blow dryer. Likewise, if a customer used one gallon of drinking water per day they can expect to save money on their water and sewer bill. The more water you use with our products, the more the savings add up. To learn more about the features and benefits to one of our drinking water systems, contact us today. When it comes time to remind ourselves to conserve energy and cut energy costs through financial savings, you will feel good about choosing us as your energy partner and know you have done something right.

January is National Birth Defects Prevention Month

Posted by Ken Christopher

Did you know that every four minutes, a baby is born with a birth defect? I was astounded at that number!  That’s 360 babies per day. Of course, there are literally hundreds of causes that we can point our finger to – smoking, drug abuse, poor nutrition, and so forth. But, as a water guy, I decided to just do a quick search on how drinking water affects pregnancy, so I plugged “drinking water + birth defects” into Google, and I found quite a wide array of potential problems. Now, don’t get me wrong, I think our municipal water treatment plants do a fantastic job of keeping us safe, but an unborn baby is affected by minute quantities of contaminants that wouldn’t affect a healthy adult so drastically. So, here’s what I found on my search:

And so the list went on. If you are pregnant, or are considering adding to your family, we encourage you to have your water tested. Birth defects are heartbreaking – and permanent. There is much that we cannot control, such as genetic factors, but we can most certainly control the water we drink and use in our homes. A quality water filter, drinking water system, or water conditioner could mean life or death to your baby.

A Lesson for Homeowners on The Water Treatment Process

Posted by Ken Christopher 
            <![CDATA[Do you know how your water gets to the tap? Has anyone actually ever explained the process of water treatment plants to you? Chances are, no. But you are not alone. As <a href="http://www.watertechonline.com/articles/165483-video-of-the-week-teach-customers-with-splash">this video</a> from watertechonline.com recently proves, many homeowners really have no idea what our drinking water undergoes. The Safe Water Drinking Act of 1974 directed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ensure that public water systems (systems serving more than 25 people) and non-community water systems (hotels, campsites, restaurants, migrant workers' encampments, and work sites) meet minimum standards for protecting public health. They have set standards for about 90 contaminants.

People are increasingly concerned about the safety of their drinking water, and this informational video aims at teaching people about the water treatment process and increase the awareness on the topic. As improvements in analytical methods allow us to detect impurities at very low concentrations in water, water supplies once considered pure are found to have contaminants. We cannot expect absolutely pure water, but we want safe water. To help you understand the process, the step by step guide of the video is broken down below. As the video shows, there is more than just “pipes” involved in bringing you tap water.

  1. Water from reservoirs, lakes, rivers, streams, or other sources are pumped through a pipeline to the water treatment facility. A lot happens to the water before it is ready for consumption.
  2. The first step removes particles and sediment from the water by coagulation. Coagulants are chemicals which act as magnets. Particles bind together and are eventually filtered from the water.
  3. Flocculation refers to the grouping of the particles together. These particles will then either sink to the bottom of a tank, or other particles will float to the top when air is pumped into the water.
  4. The separation of water and the bigger particles is called clarification. This removes most of the particle groups from the water.
  5. The next step is filtration. The water gets pushed through layers of activated carbon and is then clear of remaining particles.
  6. Then, water goes through the disinfection process. Commonly, chlorine is added to the water to disinfect bacteria, viruses, or micro-organisms. Feeling pretty good about your drinking water at this point, right? Well, there is still some awareness needed when it comes to your tap water. The EPA does not regulate every single contaminant, only the ones in which they deem harmful at a certain level of consumption. Homeowners can still shield themselves from contamination with a water filter or home drinking water system. Our products are eco-friendly and will effectively remove contaminants right at your sink. We know how much faith you put in your drinking water. Everyone deserves safe, clean drinking water without worry. With our water filters, you can fill your cup without worrying about what you may or may not be drinking along with the water. Most water treatment plants test and monitor your water several times each day. But what happens to the water as it leaves the plant and heads to your home? There are still questions to be answered, but you can drink your tap water worry-free with one of our home drinking water systems. Knowledge is power, and so is a water filter!  ]]>

Nutritional Value of Water: Priceless

Posted by Ken Christopher 
            <![CDATA[Have you ever thought about how water could actually be so good for you when it is nothing much of anything? The clear, odorless liquid all around us is one of the best things for us. In fact, we cannot survive more than a couple of days without it. So this March, National Nutrition Month, think about how important our drinking water is for us and take advantage of all of the campaign’s information about nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. When we drink more water, we become healthier inside and out. <a title="drinking water" href="http://www.raynewatercp.com/">Drinking water</a> rather than sugary juices or soft drinks is a great start. The campaign also promotes awareness and encourages nutrition through traditions, lifestyles, and making the best choices for your own body.

So why is water so good for us? There are a million reasons to list, so we have put together some of the biggest advantages below. So pour a glass of water, sit back, and learn just how good it is for you.

Furthermore, water is a natural appetite suppressant so when you drink water, you feel full and eat less. Drinking water with your meals is a great idea to consume less calories from the food. It is also a better choice than sugary drinks or soft drinks high in carbohydrates. Calories can add up very quickly when you choose beverages full of them with small serving sizes. Knowing the true nutritional value of water should make it a better choice for you and your family. But as you begin to incorporate more water into your more nutritional diet, be sure that you use a water filter that will effectively remove harmful contaminants from tap water and will save you more money than buying bottled water. Bottled water is really nothing more than labeled tap water and in many cases tested and regulated less than tap water. But even treated water can still have risks to your health. When making nutritional choices with drinking water, let one of our drinking water systems with reverse osmosis be a part of your healthy lifestyle. There is nothing less nutritional than chemicals and contamination in your drinking water. Allow our drinking water filters to prove to you just how good for you water really can be!]]>

World Water Day Brings Global Communities Together

Posted by Ken Christopher

When we hear the word community, we don’t always think of everything that makes one function. We know people, places, and leadership are essential, but we often forget other important resources which make a community function and survive. Freshwater and freshwater resources are vital to the functioning and success of a community. All over the world, people are celebrating World Water Day, an annual event held on March 22nd to raise awareness and advocacy for the importance of freshwater sustainability. Threats to freshwater and freshwater resources, as well as their ecosystems, can also pose a threat to communities. Drinking water sources and drinking water quality are annual themes, but this year the UN’s focus is on water cooperation. According to the UN, the fulfillment of basic human needs, our environment, socio-economic development and poverty reduction are all heavily dependent on water. Even more so, every action involving water management requires effective cooperation between multiple actors whether at the local or international scale. Water cooperation is essential in providing water resources to all people in all countries. Unfortunately, 783 million people still do not have access to clean water and almost 2.5 billion do not have access to adequate sanitation. A startling 6 to 8 million people die annually from the consequences of disasters and water-related diseases. And as demand for water increases due to population growth and water shortages, now is the time to see what you can do for your community. Responsible and eco-friendly decisions are the best ways consumers and residents can support their community and water supplies. We all have a stake in the water we drink, from residents and businesses, to officials and water treatment companies. This year, make the responsible choice for safe drinking water and eco-friendly products with one phone call – to us! Our drinking water systems are eco-friendly and reduce water waste by up to 90% less than traditional reverse osmosis systems. We can provide your household with unlimited water right from the tap. You can feel good about wasting less water during the filtration process while still providing your household with safe, pure drinking water. In the grand scheme of things, the United States certainly has some of the best drinking water in the world. However, even our tap water can contain harmful contaminants affecting our health. Here in Irvine, California and surrounding areas, we do not put effective management of freshwater resources at the top of our to-do list. But when you choose a water filter from our selection, you can feel good about doing your part to provide safe drinking water as well as choosing an eco-friendly system which will keep water where we need it – in our community.

CLEAN WATER AROUND THE GLOBE

Posted by Ken Christopher

water.org  there are still 783 million people in the world without access to safe, clean drinking water.  This is more than 2 ½ times the population of the United States alone.

The United Nations stated that the water and sanitation crisis claims more lives through disease than any war claims through guns.  We often take it for granted here in the United Sates that we have clean drinking water.   At the very least, we have the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) who monitors our water supply here in the US and mandates actions to keep our water systems safe for consumption.  Then we have the privilege of taking it a step further by installing home water filters  in our homes to give us the safest, cleanest water possible.  But let’s take a moment to consider the 783 million people who do not have access to clean water.

It is estimated that 2,000 children under the age of five die every day from diarrheal diseases, and 1,800 of those deaths are attributed to unclean water, lack of proper sanitation and personal hygiene.  The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 10% of the global disease burden could be reduced through improved water supply, sanitation, hygiene, and water resource management.  Without clean water it is impossible to attack poverty, hunger, or AIDS.

So how can we help?  Volunteering or donating money to charities dedicated to the water crisis, goes a long way toward implementing new wells or water treatment facilities in emerging countries.  We can also do our part here at home by conserving the water we consume each day.  Our water consumption goes beyond the water we drink; it takes over 2000 gallons of water each day to sustain the typical American lifestyle.  Roughly 95% of that comes from the food we eat, the services we rely on, the products we buy and the energy we use.  So in light of World Water Monitoring Day, let’s all take steps to improve our water footprint and seek ways where we can help with this global crisis.

Tap Water Filtration Important for Pregnant Women

Posted by Ken Christopher

drinking water system in your home is one way to ensure safe and quality tap water is provided. A recent article from weather.com states that pregnant women exposed to chemical contaminants had the highest for each outcome of types of birth complications. The study, published in the Canadian Journal of Economics from Princeton University’s Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, associates environmental contaminants like water pollution with a higher rate of birth defects at a population level.  “Fetuses are vulnerable to all types of pollution, including water contamination caused by chemicals and bacteria,” said Janet Currie, the Henry Putnam Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, in a press release. “This contamination can lead to a host of problems, including low birth weight babies who can have lifelong cognitive struggles.” It doesn’t mean that tap water should be avoided completely. In fact, it is still much more economical and eco-friendly than bottled water. Your best option? A home drinking water system that can reduce the amount of contaminants in your tap water and improve the quality with the turn of the faucet. Safer drinking water doesn’t have to be expensive and certainly isn’t difficult to get. There was a similar study in the past that also caused worry among pregnant users of public water systems. Your water may not be free of all contaminants, but you may see levels of contaminants which don’t pose any serious health risk.  Still, some women may be more vulnerable than others to potential harm caused by water contaminants. As babymed.com adds, “you should know that certain chemicals that can be found in your drinking water might have a negative effect on the fetal development of your child.” Reduce contaminants and your risk by contacting us today and learning more about our water filtration technology  and drinking water systems.

The Many Mysteries of Migraines

Posted by Ken Christopher

Migraines are severe and debilitating headaches that can make anyone stop what they’re doing and put a hold on life. In extreme cases, people find themselves nauseous and vomiting, as well as actual visual disruptions. Migraines make seeing, listening, working, eating, or any other daily activity impossible. Some people suffer from frequent and severe headaches all too often and for unknown reasons. Whether you suffer from minor headaches or severe migraines, you will want to hear the latest news which suggests that drinking water from plastic cups and bottles could be one of the mysteries causing headaches. Many of the origins of headaches still remain a mystery to experts and physicians, however if making this simple change can help reduce or eliminate migraines, it would be well worth it to try.

According to a recent article from Catholic Online, new research suggests that a controversial “gender-bending” chemical in synthetic packaging may be triggering the attacks. Bisphenol A, or BPA has already been linked to a range of health problems including obesity, infertility and heart attacks. The study mentioned in the article was published in the journal named Toxicological Sciences and discussed the link between BPA and headaches which impact one in seven adults in the United Kingdom, thus also a potential impact here in the United States, as well.

The first thing we encourage you to do is to monitor your water drinking habits and also track when your headaches or migraines occur. Do you see any potential links? Do you have mysterious origins? Changing your drinking water habits could help and as anyone who suffers from this type of pain knows, anything is worth trying. So here is what you will need to do; contact us for information on one of our home drinking water systems which will filter your tap water giving you high-quality, contaminant free water.  Knowing you are drinking the best water available keeps you from worrying about what might be in your water and also keeps you safe from the chemicals that can be released from water bottle contaminants plastic water bottles. You won’t have to worry about your health, headaches, or the packaging dangers of bottled water and it may reduce the frequency and severity of your headaches. When your headaches decrease, you quality of life will instantly improve. Don’t wait until more findings come out. Take action now by installing a drinking water system and be in charge of your own health. A drinking water system will give you the water you need without the serious side effects that plastic could cause.

Nothing’s Better Than a Hot Cup of Tea

Posted by Ken Christopher

January is National Hot Tea Month and we will agree with millions of other people around the world that there is nothing quite as soothing and relaxing as a cup of tasty, hot tea. For thousands of years, tea has been recognized as a key to good health, and even in today’s modern world it is still touted as having many useful health benefits. Experts agree that all tea is good ; however, we say that all good tea starts with great water.

According to a recent article from WCPO News, green tea consists of natural compounds called polyphenols which may actually protect against several cancers, including those of the prostate, GI tract, lungs, breast, and skin. Likewise, those tea polyphenols strengthen bones and protect against fractures. Furthermore, those who drink tea could see improvements in mood, concentration and performance.

How you make your tea matters and it can certainly affect the final outcome as many tea drinkers know. It takes good water to make good tea. When you have contaminants in your tap water, flavors can be altered or overpowered by the less-appealing flavors of minerals or chemicals which could be present in your tap water. Experts and tea aficionados alike agree that it is best to use purified water or filtered water to avoid any issues that may affect the taste of your tea. Hard water should always be filtered for the best tasting tea. Water filters are available for those with specific water problems or a desire for truly excellent water.

Many people use tap water and boil it on their stovetop before adding the tea. However, boiling contaminated tap water could actually make some contaminants more concentrated and worse for your health. Boiling nitrate-contaminated water does not make it safe to drink and actually increases the concentration of nitrates.

For consumers, the best choice for making great-tasting tea and other beverages is tap water filtered by our home drinking water systems. Our drinking water systems remove harmful contaminants and other pollution which could affect the taste of your water and in turn, your tea. For something that is so good for you to drink, shouldn’t it taste as good too? With one of our water filtration systems, it can!