Sorry Dads, we are not as popular as Mom and Mothers Day, the most popular holiday of the year to dine out but we will be spending more than $15.5 billion this year on Dad according to the National Retail Federation. According to the Federation and a recent Fortune article, most Americans, 39.9% according to the NRF, plan on purchasing gifts directly from department stores compared to the 33.7% who will order gifts online. A Father’s Day shopper is expected to spend an average of $134.75 on Dad this year, $8.83 more than in 2016. Something very interesting that has been consistent and we can expect more of this year are millennials….sons and daughters plan on spending their money on experiences rather than things this year, including eating out and travel. Additional experiences can include live performances and other social events. Planned spending on a special outing with Dad surpassed gift spending on clothing, gift cards and even electronics. Worried about Dad’s drinking water experience? Not sure that Dad is well hydrated and drinking enough water? We recommend the OW200L drinking water system if you would like to leave minerals in the water or if you would like to take just about everything out of the water, think “Dasani”, check out the PURA QCRO , either one are easy to DIY. Not sure if either are the right choice?….give us a call at 800-942-7873 or contact us at info@filterpure.com to discuss a total solution for Dad’s house!
Category: Reverse Osmosis Articles
Top Michigan health official, four others charged with manslaughter in Flint water crisis
June, 14th, 2017 in an article by Dennis Brady of the Washington Post…… Michigan attorney general’s office on Wednesday charged the director of the state’s health department and four other public officials with involuntary manslaughter for their roles in the Flint water crisis, which has stretched into its fourth year. READ THE FULL ARTICLE. Worried about your water or not sure what is creating the off taste or odor from it? Give us a call at 800-942-7873 for more information or email us at info@filterpure.com
Happy Mothers Day!
As the most popular holiday of the year to dine out, nearly half of Americans will dine out or order restaurant takeout or delivery today. According to the NRF, the National retail Foundation, Americans expect to spend more than ever on Mother’s Day this year as they shower moms with everything from jewelry to special outings at favorite restaurants. Total spending is expected to reach $23.6 billion – the highest in the survey’s 14-year history, topping last year’s previous record of $21.4 billion. Whether consumers pick Mom’s preferred buffet breakfast or her favorite fine-dining dinner, America’s restaurants are stepping up to the plate to help families celebrate the special occasion. And while a majority of consumers make their Mother’s Day meal plans less than a month out, nearly one in five have probably been planning their celebratory meals for more than one month and the first thing that Mom is going to taste today is the water! If you are an operator that currently has a Pentair/Everpure water treatment in your facility you know that you are serving premium “Filtered Pure” water to your Moms, but if you don’t you may want to consider spending a few more dollars to make sure that you can pass the “Mom smell test”! You can be sure that if your water is off color with a bad taste or odor this weekend, it’s going to reflect poorly on the person who recommended your restaurant for Mom. Either way it is certainly something that is easy to avoid, as easy as making sure that your water filters have been changed or if you don’t already have one, installing an Everpure water filtration system to take care of all of the beverages and ice that you are serving. If you already have an Everpure system, it is essential that filters be replaced periodically. The frequency of filter changes depends upon your water quality and your water usage. For example, if there is a lot of sediment and/or particles in your water, then you will have to change your filters more frequently than a location with little to no sediment. Be sure to replace your filters whenever you notice a decline in the performance, whether it is a drop in flow rate and/or pressure or an unusual taste in the water.
EV9437-10 Complete Restaurant System for all treated product water, beverage water and ice in your facility.
Prefilter, ( First bowl to left, system above)
The prefilter (coarse) cartridge should be changed when it becomes dirty to within 1/8″ of the core or when you see the outlet pressure gauge fall into the red zone. Check the pressure gauge only when the equipment is calling for water.
Submicron Cartridges ( 3 in the middle system pictured above)
The cartridges should be changed at the first occurrence of a) the gallon rating stated on the label, b) every 6 months, or c) the pressure gauge needle falls into the red zone while your equipment is calling for water.
Scalestick ( cartridge in last bowl to right pictured in system above)
The Scalestick needs to be replaced before the Hydroblend compound is completely used up.
EV9628-28 Filter Replacement kit for the EV9437-10 system pictured above.
You should also replace your water filters whenever you notice a decline in performance, whether it is a drop in flow rate and/or pressure, or an unusual taste in the water. You should also, per the CDC, replace your water filter after any boil water advisory alert is lifted in your area. Remember: taste and odor may tip you off to the presence of chlorine in your water, but most contaminants are tasteless and odorless.
For the benefit of our customers, we have set-up automatic electronic reminders that are sent when we see that their filters are due to be replaced, based on order history. We can even set-up Auto-Ship for customers that know they will need water filters by a certain date, but may not remember to place an order.
If you have a question regarding how often you should replace your filter or not sure about the filter system that you have please email your questions and a picture of the system to info@filterpure.com or call our team at 1-800-942-7873 and have a very Happy Mother’s Day!
7.5 million Floridians were exposed to unsafe drinking water in 2015!
According to a newly published, ( May 2017) Natural Resources Defense Council study, more Floridians are exposed to unsafe drinking water than just about anywhere in the country. This new study of nationwide violations, notes that the state ranked second in the number of people impacted by violations under the Safe Drinking Water Act based on the most recent data available from 2015. Nationally, 77 million people were exposed to unsafe water, with violations including high levels or toxic arsenic, lead and other chemicals, as well as failure to test or report contamination. To compile the data, the nonprofit looked at the most recent, comprehensive data and ranked states based on the number of people exposed to unsafe water. That could skew findings to heavily populated states, but even as a percentage, Florida ranked in the top 10. Altogether, 7.5 million Floridians received water from utilities that violated standards. Among the state’s top violations was failing to provide its citizens with a required annual water quality report. Other major problems violated rules on cancer-causing disinfectants, high levels of coliform from human waste, and lead and copper that exceeded safe limits. Nationwide, the study found that small and rural communities racked up the highest number of violations and that for nine out of 10 violations, no formal action was taken to correct problems. The study turned up 80,000 violations in 2015 in 18,000 water treatment systems across the country. Of these, 12,000 violations created potential health hazards. In Florida, more than 250 violations were tied to health hazards.The NRDC also reported that the EPA has not added any new drinking water standards since the law was amended in 1996 to require regular five-year updates on potential new contaminants to be monitored, including algae-related toxins that have fouled water around Florida. Worried about your water? We recommend that you start with a water analysis so you can focus treatment specifically on the problems with your water. Know what your treating already? Filter Pure recommends the Pentair/Everpure family of water filters for premium quality drinking water. Their unique filter blend uses activated carbon to reduce chlorine taste and odor and offensive contaminants down to ½ micron in size even taking out water borne cysts such as cryptosporidium and giardia. All the OW replacement water filter cartridges are NSF Certified under NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53, the OW200L (P/N EV9619-01) , OW2-PLUS (P/N EV9634-01) , and OW4-PLUS (P/N EV9635-01). We also carry the 4C cartridge (EV9600-00) and new line of Everpure (Fibredyne II) and FC-L lead reduction cartridges including the 4FC-L (EV9693-10), 4FC-LS, S for scale inhibitor, ( EV9693-16), 7FC-L (EV9693-40) and 7FC-LS with scale inhibitor, ( EV9693-46).
For more information about the Pentair/Everpure line of premium drinking water filter cartridges, contact us at 1-800-942-7873 or click on the “Live Help ONLINE” link on the left of your screen.
Is the the 2017 Commercial Ice Machine season starting early?
Memorial Day usually marks the beginning of the Commercial Ice Season and the majority of ice for consumption and refrigeration is purchased in the summer but with temperatures already climbing toward 100 this weekend, I think it might be arriving early this year! The majority of ice for consumption and refrigeration is purchased in the summer, nearly 80 percent between Memorial Day and Labor Day, according to the International Packaged Ice Association. According to AAA / IHS forecast more than 38 million travelers hit the road during the 2016 Memorial Day holiday period, an increase of 1.9 percent over 2015. The 38 million travelers was the most since 2005 and the second-highest total on record. The total was a 10.7 percent above the post-recession average and nine percent above the average since 2000. The average price of gasoline in May of 2016 was $2.30 per gallon and currently the average price as of this writing is $2.39 per gallon an increase of only 4 % over last year but expectations are for prices to rise into the holiday. Even with this expected increase, expectations are for another record year and with record temperatures and record demand from thirsty tourists expected in Florida this year, you can expect commercial ice machine/s to be working overtime and Everpure Ice Machine water filters are ready to help. Now is the best time to check your system and order replacement water filters if you need them. These filters are critical in making sure your machine not only produces the freshest, cleanest tasting ice, but also so that it runs efficiently and doesn’t use more energy than necessary. With record temperatures already being set this year in Florida you can expect your machine to be working overtime and Everpure Ice Machine water filters are ready help, and this year’s 2017 lineup includes;
EV9612-22 Insurice i2000 Rated capacity of 9,000 gallons.
EV9612-32 Insurice i4000 Rated capacity of 12,000 gallons.
EV9693-31 Insurice 4FC-S Rated capacity of 15,000 gallons.
EV9692-71 Insurice 7FC-S Rated capacity of 25,000 gallons.
For Slime issues;
EV9606-51, 4SI with a rated capacity of 15,000 gallons.
EV9606-01, 7SI Rated capacity of 25,000 gallons.
Protect your Ice machines superior performance, NSF Certification and Warranty. For more information on perfecting your ice please call us at 800-942-7873!
Filter Pure To Display at the Florida Buildings, Engineering and Facility Maintenance Show April 26th, 2017, Booth 921.
Your invited! Stop by and see us in booth 921 at the Florida State Fairgrounds on Wednesday April 26th from 9:00am until 2:00pm.
Register FREE On-Line Today
Then Pick Up Your Badge at the Show!
Remember…. It’s ALWAYS FREE
To Attend a Maintenance Show!
X1 and M1 – Series Reverse Osmosis Systems from Canature WaterGroup
Looking for a commercial RO system that can deliver up to 180,000 gallons per day in a cost effective package? Canature WaterGroup’s new high permeate production reverse osmosis systems may just be the solution your looking for. These systems have been designed for overall superior performance, high recovery rates, minimal energy consumption and offer great savings with low maintenance and low operation costs.
The new X1 Series Reverse Osmosis Systems are designed as a cost–effective solution to the growing demand of tap and well water for applications in food and beverage, pharmaceutical, healthcare, microelectronics, power, chemicals and agriculture.
X1 Series will deliver from 20 to 125 gallons per minute (30,000 to 180,000 gallons/day). These skid–mounted, package systems are pre–plumbed and pre–wired on a powder–coated steel frame that allows for convenient installation, user–friendly operation and ease of maintenance.
The M1 Series systems are fully equipped and customizable with features that include skid mounting, components that are easily accessible, and come pre–plumbed, wired and assembled. Additional operating benefits include, low operation and maintenance costs with easy maintenance and servicing. Capacities range from 12,000 to 36,000 gallons per day. To achieve higher recovery rates, each base model includes a concentrate recycle loop. These systems can be upgraded with features such as a variable frequency drive, digital instrumentation, a chemical feed system, blending valve and a permeate divert valve. The systems use 20% Less Energy than Standard Membranes, 1–Year Limited Warranty.
For more information on these products, Please contact Vince Paglino Industrial Specialist at Filter Pure Systems (800)942-7873 or vince@filterpure.com.
Pentair/Everpure Debuts New Conserv RO-75E at NAMA, Booth 143!
Pentair Everpure is displaying the new ConservRO-75E (EV9977-00)High Efficiency RO system at this years NAMA One Show at the The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada, opening today April 19 and running through Friday the 21st. Show hours are from 3:00pm to 6:00pm today, 10:00am until 5:00pm on Thursday and 9:00am until 1:00pm on Friday.
Providing premium quality water for coffee, espresso and ice machines. This high efficiency RO system provides superior protection against off-taste and odor while removing particles and dissolved solids. this system;
- Permits tailored blending of incoming water to produce the ideal mineral content for better tasting espresso and coffee beverages.
- Up to 50% water savings over conventional RO systems using the GRO-75EN Membrane.
- Blending valve adjusts right balance of minerals for optimal scale and corrosion inhibition resulting in extended equipment life, reduced downtime due to costly maintenance and repair.
- Adaptable for ice applications via prefilter inlet.
- Includes accessory tank port for added capacity during periods of peak demand.
- Compact design permits wall mount, counter-top or under counter installation.
- Easy, sanitary cartridge replacement with no exposure to handling or contamination. Replacement cartridge kit (EV9975-25).
- NSF/ANSI, Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI, Standard 58.
For more information on the Conserv RO-75E and how to get started with a free water analysis in order to take your water to the Gold Cup standard please call us directly at 800-942-7873 or contact us at info@filterpure.com.
Pentair Partners Incentive Program Launch!
Pentair® Foodservice is pleased to announce the launch of its new Pentair Partners Incentive Program. This Program is a rewards platform created to provide its members with sales incentives and marketing tools designed to help grow their businesses. Eligible partners include dealers, service providers and other channel partners in the U.S. and Canada.
With the Program, these Partners can earn rewards based on eligible Pentair foodservice, beverage, and office coffee and water product purchases they make from Authorized Pentair Distributors. The program is designed to be simple and flexible – the more Partners purchase, the greater their reward. It is free and easy to join.
Program Rewards Points can be redeemed for:
Cash – Receive cash back for qualified Pentair purchases.
Merchandise – Choose from thousands of items including brand name electronics, tools, gift cards, and other merchandise.
Branded Items – Stand out from the competition with branded Pentair merchandise.
Marketing Resources (Coming soon) – Order product literature and other marketing resources, co-branded with Partner information.
To discover more, including participation guidelines and details on the Pentair Partners Center, please visit the program website at www.PentairFSPartners.com, as well as click on the individual Pentair Partners Incentive Program launch collateral items below.
PentairPartnerFoodServiceRewardsBrochure2017
PentairPartnersFoodServiceIncentiveGuide2017
Have you signed up or have we signed you up? As a Platinum reporting Distributor we can make sure that you receive your rewards if you are purchasing through us, call 1-800-942-7873 or email us at info@filterpure.com for more information.
Vince Paglino of FilterPure Systems Wins Voodoo Chef Chili Cook Off !
Bragging rights were up for grabs on Saturday as Just Grillin and the VooDoo Krewe hosted the Tampa Bay battle of Chili concoctions in Carrollwood. FilterPures’ own Vince Paglino won the Judges first place vote for his Meat and Bean Chili and his Butternut Squash Chili won the fan favorite category! Congratulations Vince on your first and second place wins and congratulations to Just Grillin and the VooDoo Chef Foundation as all proceeds from the event went to support the Food Community in the Tampa Bay area including but not limited to Chefs, Cooks, Foodies, Students, Restaurants, Entrepreneurs, and schools in support of the Foodservice/Hospitality Industry.