Water Filtration for Restaurants

Water Filtration for Restaurants

Praz Pure Water recently positioned water filtration as essential restaurant infrastructure rather than optional equipment, showing how different technologies solve specific operational problems. The Los Angeles company explains that municipal water affects everything from coffee flavor to equipment lifespan, with chlorine dulling beverage taste while hard water minerals create scale buildup that increases energy costs and shortens appliance life. The company breaks down three key technologies: carbon filtration for taste and odor removal, scale reduction systems to protect expensive equipment like espresso machines and combi ovens, and reverse osmosis for crystal-clear ice and premium drinking water. What's smart about their approach is providing specific application matching: showing exactly which technology works best for coffee machines, ice makers, dishwashers, and fountain systems rather than generic recommendations. Praz includes practical sizing guidance based on peak demand calculations and emphasizes professional installation to protect warranties and ensure code compliance.

PFAS Filter Reality

Direolf Plumbing posted an article debunking the "PFAS filter" marketing myth while positioning professional water testing and system design as essential for real protection. The Pennsylvania company explains that PFAS refers to a large family of synthetic chemicals that behave differently in water, with many consumer filters relying on vague claims like "helps reduce contaminants" without verified certification or meaningful PFAS reduction testing. The company emphasizes that buying a filter before testing water is a common mistake, since treatment effectiveness depends on which specific PFAS compounds are present and their characteristics. The team includes case studies showing how testing leads to tailored solutions while highlighting that water quality varies significantly between Pennsylvania neighborhoods.

Understanding DI Water Tank Heads for PEDI (Sponsored)

Working with deionized water systems? Specialty Sales LLC & AM Products stocks tank heads and components for portable exchange DI systems. From boilers to manufacturing equipment, DI water prevents mineral buildup and extends equipment life—but only when your tank heads are properly configured.

What's Available:

• 💧 2.5" & 4.5" Tank Heads: Multiple configurations for 6-10 inch diameter tanks

• 🔄 Drop-In Screens: Easier maintenance and cleaning than glued versions

• ⬆️➡️ Port Orientations: Vertical and horizontal options with different fill port sizes

• 🔧 Park DI Fittings & Accessories: O-ring sealed connections - no gaskets or shims needed like cam-lock couplings

Check out the team's full blog post here, or watch Tyler break down tank head anatomy and configuration options (4 min. watch):

Need help selecting the right tank head setup for your system? Contact Specialty Sales by clicking here or reply to this email and we'll get you connected.

Non-Electric Water Softener Benefits

Pure Drink Water published an educational guide positioning non-electric water softeners as reliable alternatives for power outage-prone areas and off-grid living situations. Author Kevin Pietersen explains that water softeners can work without electricity because the core ion exchange resin process doesn't require power, with gravity-assisted flow and bypass valves maintaining water softening even during outages. The article covers three main types that operate without power: manual systems with lever controls, demand-initiated systems that activate based on water usage rather than timers, and portable models popular for RVs and remote locations. Pure Drink Water addresses limitations like manual regeneration requirements and less precise timing control while positioning non-electric systems as ideal for sustainable living and areas with unreliable power.

Smart Water Solutions for Local Businesses

United Water Services wrote a blog post positioning smart monitoring technology as a game-changer for commercial water softening operations. The Vancouver/Portland company emphasizes that modern commercial systems provide visibility and control through platforms like DROP Smart Home, which supports usage tracking, leak detection alerts, and predictive maintenance that helps businesses reduce surprise downtime. The company explains that remote monitoring helps facilities track usage trends, detect issues early, and make maintenance more predictable (especially valuable for businesses with variable demand or multiple locations). The team focuses on smart tools that reduce operational risk rather than just water quality, positioning technology as essential for cash-flow management and equipment protection.

What else is happening:

• Across the pond, the EU implements stricter monitoring of PFAS in drinking water

• Related to the above, NSF launches pre-assessment services to help manufacturers prepare for EU drinking water rules

• Aquasana discusses distilled water and if it’s okay to drink (short answer: yes, but there are tradeoffs)

• PA-based Long’s EcoWater Systems explains the connection between hard water and skin problems

• In what appears to be an influencer post, a homeowner gives her personal Culligan water softener testimonial