DRINKING WATER FILTER ALERT

By now, you may have read or heard in news bulletins about the presence of traces of PFAS in Sydney’s drinking water.
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These substances are carcinogenic. PFAS is found in liquids, and we know PFAS better as PFOS when in solid form. It’s used in non-stick pans and is dangerous when it breaks off and enters the bloodstream.

That’s why PFAS is called the “forever chemical.” Once ingested, it remains in the body forever.

There are steps you can now take to reduce the risk.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the USA has found that high-grade carbon is effective in reducing PFAS in drinking water by 73%.

High-grade carbon contains far more surface area than standard carbon, and this greater surface area can remove PFAS more effectively than standard carbon blocks.

The effective reduction of PFAS requires maximum contact time between the carcinogen and fresh filter media. This is critical.

We strongly recommend any customer living within the Sydney catchment area who is concerned about reducing PFAS and whose current filter cartridges have been in service for over 9 months to now discard them and install fresh replacements. This timeline aligns with the anticipated available surface area remaining on the carbon block that can effectively absorb any PFAS. Fresh cartridges will ensure maximum surface area and maximum contact time between incoming water and product water. Once the current PFAS threat has ended, you can return to your usual filter replacement cycle.

It’s imperative that your system’s filters are working to maximum efficiency to combat PFAS.

Please ensure all water consumed, including water used for beverages and cooking, has been processed through your water filter.