What are the limitations found in other types of water filtration systems?
Carbon Block, paper and certain resin based filters: Most commonly used, filters are not re-cleanable, there is no feedback mechanism for filter replacement and most do not remove pathogenic bacteria. Most popular systems provide only about 40-700 gallons (150-2,660 liters) before the filter must be replaced. Distillation: Removes beneficial minerals from water, does not remove VOCs (chemicals found in herbicides, pesticides and fertilizers). Reverse Osmosis: Removes beneficial minerals from water, does not remove pathogenic bacteria, filter is not re-cleanable, there is no feedback mechanism for filter replacement and reservoir tank can become a breeding ground for bacteria. The Above Sytems: Virtually all of the above systems become useless during emergencies when power and or water pressure is lost. Bottled Water: Tap water is considered an acceptable source; many bottled waters contain high levels of bacteria and the industry is virtually unregulated.
Bottled Water: Much bottled water comes straight from tap water. This of course means that many brands of bottled water contain the high levels of bacteria and other contaminants found in tap water, which includes formaldehyde, rocket fuel, voc’s, heavy metals, and more. The bottled water industry is virtually unregulated. Carbon Block, paper and certain resin based filters: These filters are not re-cleanable, there is no feedback mechanism for filter replacement, and they do not remove pathogenic bacteria. They must be replaced often to avoid bacteriological colonization of the elements. Distillation: Removes beneficial minerals from water, while voc’s remain. Reverse Osmosis: Removes beneficial minerals from water, does not remove pathogenic bacteria, the filter is not re-cleanable, there is no feedback mechanism for filter replacement, and the reservoir tank can become a breeding ground for bacteria. This system also wastes a lot of water during processing.
