Long-Distance Drain Lines in Water Treatment Systems – What Really Matters

In many water treatment installations, the wastewater connection is located close to the softener or iron removal system. In such cases, a short flexible drain hose is often sufficient.

The situation changes when the drain is several meters away.

A long flexible hose may still seem like the easiest solution, but in practice it can become difficult to route properly, easier to kink, harder to secure and less convenient to service. For this reason, longer drain runs should be planned more carefully.

Short Runs and Long Runs Are Not the Same

For short distances, a flexible drain hose is practical and easy to install.

When the wastewater connection is much farther away, the installation becomes more demanding. The longer the route, the more important it is to keep the drain line stable, protected and free from unnecessary bends or restrictions.

This is especially important during regeneration or backwash, when water must be discharged reliably from the control valve to the wastewater system.

Why a More Rigid Drain Section Can Be Useful

For longer drain routes, I often prefer to use a more rigid section for the main part of the installation instead of running a long flexible hose all the way to the drain.

The exact solution depends on:

• the distance to the wastewater connection,

• the available installation space,

• the route of the drain line,

• the number of direction changes,

• and the type of water treatment system.

A more rigid drain section can make the installation easier to support and organize. It can also reduce the risk of accidental kinking or movement of the drain line.

Flexible Sections Still Have Their Place

A rigid section does not mean that flexible hose is unnecessary.

Short flexible sections can still be very useful near the treatment unit and near the wastewater connection. They make final connections easier and allow some freedom during servicing or maintenance.

The key is to use each type of connection where it works best.

Drain Routing Matters

A drain line should not be treated as an unimportant accessory.

Poor routing can create unnecessary resistance, increase the risk of kinking or make future servicing difficult. A well-planned drain connection should be simple, secure and easy to inspect.

This is especially important in installations where the drain route is long or where the wastewater connection is located in another room, utility area or technical space.

Think About Service Access From the Beginning

A good installation should not only work correctly after commissioning.

It should also be easy to service later.

Connections should remain accessible, flexible sections should be easy to replace, and the drain line should not be hidden in a way that makes inspection difficult.

A few extra minutes spent planning the drain route can save much more time during future service visits.

Practical Experience Matters

There is no single drain arrangement that fits every installation.

The best solution depends on the building, the distance, the available space and the equipment being installed.

That is why practical installation experience is so important. Small details in the drain system can have a major impact on reliability and future servicing.

In my upcoming technical guide for water filter installers and service technicians, I describe these types of installation solutions in greater detail, including the fittings, connection methods and practical layouts used in real installations.

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Why Is a Bypass Important in a Water Treatment System?

 

A bypass is one of the most useful elements in a properly designed water treatment installation. It may look like a simple arrangement of valves and pipework, but in practice it can make servicing, maintenance and emergency operation much easier.

A bypass allows water to flow around a water treatment device instead of through it. This means that a softener, iron removal filter or other treatment unit can be temporarily isolated while the rest of the building still has access to water.

Easier Service and Maintenance

Every water treatment system eventually requires maintenance. A softener may need servicing, a control valve may need inspection, or a filter may need to be disconnected.

Without a bypass, shutting down the treatment unit can also mean shutting off the water supply to the entire property.

With a correctly installed bypass, the unit can be isolated while water continues to flow through the main installation. This makes servicing faster and much more convenient.

Useful During a Breakdown

A bypass is also important when a water treatment device develops a fault.

Instead of leaving the property without water until the system is repaired, the installer or homeowner can temporarily bypass the treatment equipment and restore the water supply.

The water will no longer be treated during this period, but the basic water installation can remain operational.

Helpful During Installation and Testing

A bypass can also be useful during commissioning.

It allows the installer to control the direction of water flow, isolate the treatment unit and check individual sections of the installation. This makes it easier to inspect connections, check for leaks and verify that the system is operating correctly.

Particularly Important with Water Softeners and Iron Filters

Water softeners and iron removal systems contain control valves, pressure vessels and treatment media that require periodic service.

For this reason, easy access to the installation is very important.

A well-planned bypass makes it possible to isolate the unit without unnecessary changes to the rest of the plumbing system. The same principle is useful with larger pre-filtration systems, including Big Blue filter housings.

A Small Detail That Makes a Big Difference

A bypass does not usually attract much attention when the installation is new. Its real value becomes clear later — during maintenance, troubleshooting or an unexpected failure.

From an installer’s point of view, it is one of those details that can greatly improve the practicality of the entire system.

A good water treatment installation should not only work correctly on the day it is installed. It should also be designed so that it can be serviced easily for many years.

That is exactly why a bypass is worth planning from the beginning.

Want to learn more?

This topic is also covered in my upcoming technical guide for water filter installers and service technicians, where I discuss installation layouts, service access and practical solutions in greater detail.

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Midea Smart 600 GPD / 800 GPD – A Modern Tankless Reverse Osmosis System

Modern reverse osmosis systems are increasingly moving away from the traditional design based on several separate filter housings and a pressurized storage tank. A good example is the Midea Smart 600 GPD / 800 GPD – a compact RO system enclosed in a modern cabinet and designed for residential or office use.

One of the main differences compared with conventional RO systems is its tankless design, high production capacity, and the ability to monitor the system through a dedicated mobile application.

According to the product specification, the 600 GPD version produces approximately 94 liters per hour, while the 800 GPD version reaches approximately 126 liters per hour.

Tankless Design

Traditional reverse osmosis systems usually store purified water in a pressurized storage tank.

The Midea system uses a tankless configuration, which means there is no separate water storage tank under the sink.

This provides several practical advantages:

• more usable cabinet space,
• fewer separate installation components,
• a cleaner and more organized appearance,
• water produced on demand,
• no large pressure tank occupying space under the sink.

From the user’s point of view, this means greater convenience. From the installer’s perspective, it changes the way the installation space is planned compared with a conventional RO system.

600 GPD or 800 GPD?

The system is available in two versions:

Midea Smart 600 GPD – approximately 94 l/h

and

Midea Smart 800 GPD – approximately 126 l/h.

The higher-capacity model may be useful where filtered water is used more frequently or where a higher instantaneous flow rate is expected.

However, this does not mean that the larger model is always the better choice. As with other water treatment systems, the unit should be selected according to actual water demand.

Three Filter Elements Inside One Cabinet

According to the product specification, the system uses:

1 × PCB filter and 2 × RO membrane elements.

The supplied photographs clearly show side access to the three replaceable filtration elements. This is an interesting service feature: the filters are hidden inside the compact cabinet, while still remaining accessible without dismantling the entire unit.

The manufacturer also specifies a push-in cartridge installation system, designed to simplify filter replacement.

How Often Should the Filters Be Replaced?

The product specification gives the following approximate service intervals:

• filter cartridge: 6–12 months / approximately 3,600 liters,
• RO membranes: 12–24 months / approximately 7,200 liters.

In practice, actual filter life will also depend on incoming water quality and the amount of water used.

For this reason, the installation date alone should not be the only factor considered when planning service.

Midea Smart – Monitoring Through a Mobile App

One of the most interesting features of this system is the built-in Wi-Fi module and dedicated mobile application.

According to the product information, the app can provide functions such as:

• monitoring system parameters,
• checking filter usage,
• filter replacement reminders,
• monitoring water parameters,
• remote access to information about the unit.

One of the supplied images also shows the Midea Smart application displaying the condition of the individual filter elements.

For the user, this makes system monitoring easier. From a service perspective, it can also help with better planning of cartridge replacement.

Smart Faucet on the 800 GPD Version

The 800 GPD Smart version can be supplied with a dedicated electronic faucet.

The manufacturer’s materials indicate functions associated with Wi-Fi connectivity, water parameters, filter usage, and replacement reminders.

This is a significant difference compared with a conventional RO faucet, which normally performs only a mechanical water-dispensing function.

Horizontal Installation Option

An interesting feature of the unit is that it can also operate in a horizontal position.

The manufacturer specifically lists this capability in the technical data.

This can be particularly useful in kitchen cabinets where vertical clearance is limited but more horizontal space is available.

From an installer’s point of view, this provides greater flexibility when planning the installation.

Leak Protection Sensor

The system is also equipped with a leak protection sensor.

This is especially useful for equipment installed under a kitchen sink or inside cabinetry, where a small leak could otherwise remain unnoticed for some time.

Installation Parameters

The technical specification includes the following information:

• inlet pressure: 1–6.9 bar,
• quick-connect fittings: 1/4" QC,
• power supply: 100–240 V~,
• maximum power consumption during filtration: 80 W,
• unit weight: 12.1 kg,
• installation kit included.

This shows that before installation, the installer should check not only the available space but also the incoming water pressure and access to a suitable electrical outlet.

Filtration Accuracy

The product specification states a filtration accuracy of 0.0001 μm and indicates the reduction of very small contaminants, including microorganisms.

In practice, the overall quality of the treated water will also depend on the incoming water quality, the condition of the filter elements, and regular maintenance of the system.

Who Is the Midea Smart System For?

This type of system may be a good option for users who:

• want to avoid a pressurized storage tank,
• have limited space under the sink,
• require high water production capacity,
• prefer a modern and compact design,
• want to monitor filter status through a mobile app,
• prefer an integrated system instead of a traditional multi-housing RO installation.

This does not mean that a traditional RO system with a storage tank is inferior.

They are simply two different approaches to reverse osmosis system design.

From the Installer’s Point of View

One of the most interesting aspects of systems like this is how much RO equipment design has changed.

A conventional reverse osmosis filter consists of several visible housings, tubing, a membrane housing, and a separate storage tank. In the Midea Smart system, most of these components are enclosed within one compact cabinet.

This can create a very clean and modern installation, but one basic rule still remains:

even the most modern filtration system should be installed in a way that allows safe and convenient servicing in the future.

Summary

The Midea Smart 600 GPD / 800 GPD represents a new generation of residential reverse osmosis systems: high-capacity, tankless, and integrated with smart technology.

Its main features include:

• high production capacity,
• tankless design,
• compact cabinet,
• horizontal installation option,
• Wi-Fi and mobile app,
• filter usage monitoring,
• leak protection sensor,
• convenient access to replaceable filter elements.

It is a good example of how traditional reverse osmosis technology is now being combined with Smart Home solutions.

Water Softener – Compact, Two-Piece, or DUPLEX/TWIN?

Hard water is a problem whose effects usually do not appear overnight. Limescale builds up gradually on plumbing fixtures, heating elements, inside the plumbing system, and in household appliances.

One way to reduce this problem is to install a water softener. However, already at the selection stage, an important question appears:

Which type of water softener should you choose?

In residential installations, the two most common solutions are compact water softeners and two-piece water softeners. DUPLEX/TWIN systems also exist, but they serve a completely different purpose — they are used mainly in industrial installations that require a continuous supply of softened water.

Compact Water Softener

In a compact water softener, the ion-exchange resin vessel, control valve, and brine tank are all contained within one cabinet.

This solution is often chosen for single-family homes because it requires relatively little space and creates a neat, compact installation.

It can be installed, for example, in a boiler room, garage, utility room, or another suitable technical area.

However, when choosing the installation location, you should consider more than just the dimensions of the unit. Sufficient space is also required for adding salt, accessing the control valve, connecting the drain line, and performing future servicing.

Two-Piece Water Softener

In this type of system, the ion-exchange resin vessel with the control valve is separate from the brine tank.

This provides greater flexibility when arranging the equipment in a technical room.

It also allows the use of a larger resin vessel and a greater amount of ion-exchange media, which makes the two-piece design suitable where greater capacity or performance is required.

As with a compact softener, it is very important to maintain convenient access to the control valve, shut-off valves, BYPASS system, and brine tank.

DUPLEX/TWIN – A Solution for Continuous-Duty Operation

DUPLEX/TWIN systems are not typically used in residential homes.

Their main application is in manufacturing plants and technological installations where softened water must be available continuously.

The system uses two ion-exchange resin vessels operating alternately.

While one vessel is softening the water, the second can be undergoing regeneration or remain in standby mode. Once the first vessel reaches the end of its working capacity, the system switches the flow to the second vessel.

This means the production process does not have to stop simply because one vessel requires regeneration.

These systems can be found, for example, in manufacturing facilities, industrial washing installations, laundries, boiler rooms, and other technological processes that require a constant supply of properly treated water.

The Type of Unit Is Not the Only Thing That Matters

Choosing between a compact and a two-piece softener is only the beginning.

When selecting a water softener, you should also consider:

• water hardness,
• water consumption,
• number of users,
• required flow capacity,
• available installation space,
• the possibility of connecting a regeneration drain,
• access to an electrical power supply,
• future service access.

A softener that is too small may operate too frequently, while choosing a much larger unit does not always mean a better solution.

The most important thing is to match the system to the actual operating conditions.

The Installation Should Also Take Future Servicing Into Account

From my own installation experience, I know that a good installation should not be designed only with the day of commissioning in mind.

You also need to think about what will happen one, five, or ten years later.

Will there still be access to the valves?

Can the salt be refilled easily?

Is the control valve accessible for servicing?

Can the unit be disconnected without rebuilding the entire installation?

These details often determine whether future servicing will be simple or problematic.

This Topic Is Also Part of My Upcoming Book

The selection and installation of water softeners is one of the subjects I am currently developing in my book for water treatment system installers and service technicians.

The publication is based on practical experience gained since 1997 and covers, among other topics, reverse osmosis systems, water softeners, iron removal systems, Big Blue filters, UV systems, installer tools, installation layouts, and future servicing of water treatment equipment.

In the chapter on water softeners, I go much further than simply comparing different types of units. I also discuss installation tools, installation components, the BYPASS system, example installation layouts, DUPLEX/TWIN systems, and topics related to future servicing.

On this blog, I will continue to share selected topics and practical information, while the more detailed technical solutions will remain part of the book.

More information about the upcoming publication can be found here:

New book in progress – technical guide for water filter installers and service technicians

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Summary

A compact water softener is well suited to typical residential installations, especially where available space is limited.

A two-piece water softener provides greater flexibility and allows the use of larger resin vessels and brine tanks.

A DUPLEX/TWIN system, on the other hand, is designed mainly for industrial and technological applications where a continuous supply of softened water is required.

There is no single water softener that is ideal for every installation.

The best system is the one that has been correctly selected for the water quality, actual demand, and technical conditions of the specific installation.

Hard Water at Home – How to Recognize It and What Does a Water Softener Do?

White deposits on faucets, limescale inside a kettle, scale on a shower head, or marks on a shower enclosure are familiar problems in many homes.

A common cause is hard water, which contains elevated levels of calcium and magnesium compounds.

Hard water works slowly

Limescale does not appear throughout a plumbing system overnight. It develops gradually. At first, the homeowner may notice only minor signs such as deposits on faucets, kettles, or shower glass.

Over time, scale may also build up on components of appliances that come into contact with heated water.

How can you recognize hard water?

Common signs include deposits on faucet aerators, scale inside a kettle, buildup on shower heads, and visible marks left after water dries on bathroom fixtures and surfaces.

These signs provide an initial indication, but the actual water hardness should be determined before selecting a treatment system.

What does a water softener change?

A water softener reduces hardness through an ion-exchange process. This can significantly reduce scale formation in plumbing and on fixtures and appliances that come into contact with water.

The difference is particularly noticeable in areas where scale previously formed quickly, such as faucets, shower heads, aerators, shower enclosures, and appliances using hot water.

The softener should be selected for the property

Not every home requires the same unit. Water hardness, water consumption, the number of users, and available installation space all influence the selection.

For this reason, purchasing a unit should not be the first step. The water parameters and installation conditions should be assessed before choosing the appropriate system.

Both compact water softeners and two-piece water softeners are commonly used, depending on the application and available space.

Installation is only the beginning

Like other water treatment equipment, a softener requires future inspection and servicing. Correct positioning and convenient service access therefore remain important long after the system has been commissioned.

In my upcoming guide for water treatment installers and service technicians, I discuss this subject in much greater detail — from installation tools and system layout to long-term servicing.

Hard water works slowly. That is why its effects are often noticed only when they begin to become costly.

From Installation to a Finished System – Compact Water Softener and Big Blue Prefilters in Practice

The first photograph shows the installation while the work is still in progress. Tools, fittings, pipe sections, and installation components are spread across the floor. To someone who does not work with water treatment systems, it may look like considerable chaos.

A few hours later, the picture is completely different.

The second photograph shows the completed installation: a compact water softener and two Big Blue prefilters connected to the existing plumbing system. The installation has been organized, the equipment is in position, and the system is ready for operation and future servicing.

Installation Is More Than Positioning the Equipment

Professional water treatment installation is not simply a matter of placing a softener in the room and connecting a few pipes.

Before the work begins, the existing plumbing must be assessed, the pipe routing planned, suitable locations for the filters selected, access to valves maintained, and future service requirements considered.

A good installation should not only be leak-free and technically correct. It should also provide convenient access for cartridge replacement, inspection, maintenance, and future service work.

Why Use Big Blue Prefilters Before a Water Softener?

In many installations, a water softener operates together with prefiltration stages. Their role is to prepare the water before the next treatment stage and help protect downstream components.

The type of cartridges used should always be selected according to the specific installation and water quality. There is no single universal configuration suitable for every property.

The Finished Installation Is Only the Beginning

Once the installation has been completed, the system begins what may become many years of operation. From this point on, regular service becomes increasingly important: checking system performance, replacing cartridges, inspecting for leaks, and carrying out periodic maintenance of the softener.

This is why future service should already be considered during installation. A system designed with service access in mind can later be maintained more quickly, safely, and conveniently.

These two photographs show only a small part of an installer’s work. Behind the finished result are planning, component selection, professional tools, and experience developed through many installations.

More practical information about installation, servicing, and organizing the work of a water treatment installer will be included in my upcoming book for water filter installers and service technicians.

Installation is the beginning. Well-planned service helps keep the system operating for years to come.

Why Service Is the Real Driving Force Behind the Water Filter Business

Selling a water filtration system can be the beginning of a good relationship with a customer. But from my experience, the real driving force behind this business is not a one-time sale. It is regular, professional service.

When I started installing my first reverse osmosis systems in 1997, most of my work was focused on the installation itself. Over time, I quickly understood that the installation was only the beginning. Every filter system will eventually require cartridge replacement, leak inspection, tubing checks, water quality testing, and a conversation with the customer about proper use and future maintenance.

This is where service becomes important.

A customer does not usually return only because a device was installed. A customer returns because they trust the person who installed it and who continues to take care of it.

In the water filtration industry, a properly installed system can work for many years. If an installer keeps good records, reminds customers about service visits, replaces cartridges honestly, checks the system carefully, and maintains good contact, that installer can build a long-term source of repeat work and income for the next 10, 20, or even 30 years.

This is not about quick profit. It is about building trust, responsibility, and a service base that grows year after year.

After many years in this business, I also noticed something else: a well-built service base has real value on its own. At one point, I received an offer from a company that wanted to buy all the service work I had built over the years. For that company, it would have meant taking over in one day something that had taken me many years to create: customer relationships, service schedules, trust, and recurring work.

That experience showed me that in this industry, the biggest value is not always the device itself. Very often, the real value is the service behind it.

For anyone who wants to start working in the water filtration business, my advice is simple: do not look only at the first sale. Look at the whole life cycle of the system.

Installation starts the relationship. Service keeps it alive for years.

In my upcoming book for water filter installers and service technicians, I describe not only how to install reverse osmosis systems, water softeners, Big Blue filters, UV lamps, and other water treatment systems, but also how to think about service, customer relationships, and long-term work in this industry.

40,000 Liters of Water in a Lifetime – Have You Ever Thought About Its Quality?

 “A person drinks around 40,000 liters of water over a lifetime. And the quality of that water cannot be irrelevant to the human body.”

Water is part of our everyday lives. We drink it, use it to make coffee and tea, and prepare soups, vegetables, rice, pasta, and countless other meals with it. Yet while we often focus on how much water we drink, we rarely stop to think about the quality of the water we consume over many years.

40,000 Liters – A Number Worth Thinking About

When we look at water consumption not from the perspective of a single day, but across decades of life, the amount becomes enormous.

We are talking about tens of thousands of liters of water consumed by the human body over a lifetime.

That is why the quality of drinking water should never be treated as a secondary issue.

It is also important to remember that water that looks clear is not necessarily identical in quality. Two glasses of water may look exactly the same while having very different parameters. They may differ in mineral content, hardness, dissolved substances, taste, or odor.

Clean Water Starts With Knowledge

As a water treatment system installer and service technician, I have encountered water with very different parameters over the years. Problems with water quality are not always immediately visible.

Sometimes it takes water testing, measurements, or simply everyday use to reveal the differences. Scale inside a kettle, deposits on faucets and fixtures, unpleasant odors, unusual taste, or sediment appearing in appliances are all signs worth paying attention to.

Before choosing any water treatment method, the first step should therefore be to determine what kind of water we are dealing with and what result we want to achieve.

Not Every Type of Water Requires the Same Treatment

There is no single filtration system suitable for every home and every water source.

Municipal water may require a completely different approach from water supplied by a private well. Depending on the problem, treatment methods may include mechanical filtration, activated carbon filtration, water softening, iron removal, UV disinfection, or reverse osmosis.

For water intended primarily for drinking and food preparation, one possible solution is a reverse osmosis (RO) system. RO systems provide highly effective point-of-use water purification, typically installed directly in the kitchen.

However, this does not mean that reverse osmosis is necessary in every home. A properly designed water treatment system should be selected according to the actual water parameters and the desired water quality – not simply by the name of the equipment.

It Is Not Just the Filter – Maintenance Matters Too

Even a high-quality filtration system requires proper maintenance.

Filter cartridges have a limited service life. Over time, they collect contaminants and gradually lose their effectiveness. Regular cartridge replacement, system inspection, sanitization where required, and periodic monitoring of water parameters are therefore important parts of responsible water treatment.

Buying a water filter is not the end of taking care of your water quality. In many ways, it is only the beginning.

Think About Water Over an Entire Lifetime

A single glass of water may seem insignificant.

But glasses become liters. Liters become hundreds and then thousands. Over an entire lifetime, the total becomes tens of thousands of liters.

So perhaps the question should not only be:

“Am I drinking enough water?”

There is another question worth asking:

“What kind of water am I drinking every day?”

Because if we drink around 40,000 liters of water over a lifetime, the quality of that water certainly deserves our attention.

Reverse Osmosis Installation: Why the Order of Work Matters

 

A reverse osmosis system installed under the sink may look simple at first glance. A few filter housings, a storage tank, a faucet, some tubing, and several small fittings — nothing that appears complicated from the outside.

However, every experienced installer knows that a good RO installation is not about connecting parts randomly. It is about planning the work in the right order.

The order of work matters because each decision affects the next one. The position of the system affects tubing. The position of the tank affects service access. The drain connection affects comfort during daily use. The faucet location affects both convenience and appearance. Even small details can make a big difference later.

A professional installation should be clean, logical, service-friendly, and safe for the user. It should not only work on the first day. It should remain easy to inspect, maintain, and service for many years.

Many problems in water filtration systems do not come from the system itself. They come from poor planning, rushed installation, difficult access, or tubing placed without thinking about future service. That is why a clear installation sequence is so important.

Before the first fitting is tightened, the installer should understand the space under the sink, the type of plumbing, the available cabinet space, and the best position for every part of the system. A well-planned installation saves time, reduces the risk of mistakes, and gives the customer more confidence in the work performed.

For homeowners, this means a more reliable and convenient system.

For installers, it means fewer problems during future service visits and a more professional result.

Reverse osmosis installation is not only a technical task. It is also a matter of experience, order, and attention to detail.

A system that is installed properly from the beginning is easier to service, easier to explain to the customer, and more likely to work correctly over time.

This is why professional RO installation should always follow a clear plan.

In my upcoming book, Water Filter Installation Guide – For Installers and Service Technicians, I explain this topic in much greater detail, including practical installation stages, technical diagrams, cabinet layouts, tool references, and real installation examples based on field experience gained since 1997.

A reverse osmosis system should not be installed by guesswork.

It should be installed step by step — with planning, experience, and care.

💧 More Than a Traditional Reverse Osmosis System. One RO membrane followed by three specialized post-treatment cartridges.

Reverse Osmosis Water Filter with 75 GPD Membrane, 8-Liter Tank, Shungite, Mineralizer and Biocera REDOX.

Most reverse osmosis systems complete the purification process with the RO membrane followed by a single post-filter.

This system has been designed for users who expect more.

At its core is a 75 GPD Reverse Osmosis membrane, which performs the primary purification process by removing the majority of contaminants, including chlorine, heavy metals, pesticides, nitrates, and many other unwanted substances.

After purification, the water is stored in an 8-liter pressure tank, ensuring an immediate supply whenever the faucet is opened.

But the process doesn't end there.

After the RO membrane, the water passes through three specialized post-treatment cartridges, each providing a different final water option.

🔹 Shungite Cartridge

The first post-treatment stage is the Shungite cartridge.

Shungite is a naturally occurring carbon-rich mineral from Karelia that has been used in water filtration technologies for many years. In this system, it serves as an additional final filtration stage, contributing to the water's organoleptic properties, including taste and overall drinking experience.

🔹 Mineralizing Cartridge

The second stage is the Mineralizing cartridge.

Since reverse osmosis removes most dissolved minerals, this cartridge reintroduces selected minerals to provide a more natural taste and balanced drinking water.

🔹 Biocera REDOX Cartridge

The third post-treatment stage is the Biocera REDOX cartridge.

This specialized ceramic cartridge is used as the final conditioning stage after reverse osmosis, providing the water with its final characteristics.

🚰 Two Dispensing Points – Multiple Water Options

To take full advantage of the system, two separate dispensing points are installed.

✔ 3-way kitchen faucet provides:

• Cold water

• Hot water

• Shungite-filtered water

✔ Separate dual drinking water faucet provides:

• Mineralized water

• Biocera REDOX water

This configuration allows users to choose the type of drinking water that best matches their personal preferences.

💧 One system. One RO membrane. Three specialized post-treatment cartridges. Multiple drinking water options.