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Water conditioners, also known as water softeners, are devices designed to tackle the problems associated with hard water. Hard water contains elevated levels of minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium, which can lead to the formation of limescale in pipes and appliances. This buildup can decrease water flow, reduce appliance efficiency, and increase energy consumption. Additionally, it may cause skin irritation, reduce soap effectiveness, and negatively impact the overall water quality.
Water conditioners treat hard water through ion exchange, where calcium and magnesium ions in the water are attracted to resin beads containing sodium ions, effectively softening the water.
The resin bed in the water conditioner becomes saturated with calcium and magnesium ions over time, requiring regeneration where a concentrated brine solution flushes through the resin bed, exchanging sodium ions from the brine for the calcium and magnesium ions on the resin beads, and ultimately rinsing away the hardness minerals, leaving the resin bed prepared to soften water again.
An automated control valve in the water conditioner manages the regeneration process according to water usage and the resin bed's capacity, ensuring efficient operation and a continuous supply of softened water to the household or business.
Gold Star Water Systems is a reputable provider of water conditioners, dedicated to offering innovative water solutions to address the challenges of hard water in Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend region. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction and water quality improvement, Gold Star Water Systems has become a trusted name in the industry.
Water conditioners prevent the formation of limescale in plumbing systems and appliances, which not only extends their lifespan but also maintains their efficiency.
Water conditioners protect appliances like dishwashers and washing machines from the harmful effects of hard water, leading to extended lifespans and reduced maintenance costs.
By reducing scale buildup, water conditioners enable appliances like water heaters and washing machines to operate at their optimal efficiency, leading to lower energy consumption and cost savings.
Softened water can lead to softer skin and hair, as it allows soaps and shampoos to lather more effectively, resulting in a more pleasant bathing experience.
Water conditioners play a vital role in improving water quality and addressing the challenges of hard water in regions like Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend. By effectively softening water through the process of ion exchange, water conditioners offer numerous benefits, including scale prevention, energy efficiency, and prolonged appliance lifespan.
Gold Star Water Systems stands out as a reliable provider of water conditioners, committed to delivering top-notch water solutions and enhancing the overall water quality in the region. Investing in water conditioners is a step towards a healthier, more sustainable, and more enjoyable water usage experience for both residential and commercial consumers.
The installation of the water system must adhere to local and state plumbing codes. It is recommended that installation of the water system be done by a professional plumber or water conditioning dealer.
The Carbon Pre-filter is used as a combination 5 micron sediment filter and also to reduce the negative effects of high chlorine levels on the FilterSorb SP3 Media. At elevated levels, chlorine can have a substantial negative effect on the structural integrity of the resin material in the media.
The carbon pre filter will help protect the longevity of the water system. The carbon pre-filter should be installed prior to the water system. As previously mentioned, the water system should be the last system in the water treatment chain. An RO drinking water system or other POU device are the only systems to be installed downstream from the system.
The “classical” water-softening unit operates on the basis of ion exchange; exchanging calcium and magnesium ions in water with an equivalent amount of sodium (Salt). When a water softener is used, the result is not only soft water, but also increased sodium content in the water supply. Additionally, these softening units require water for backwashing and common Brine water “salt water” for regeneration. For example, in order to regenerate 100 liters of softening resin, up to 25 kg of salt per regeneration cycle is required. This means an added costly expense of salt is incurred for each and every regeneration cycle. The Filtersorb SP3 water media acts as a catalyst by accelerating the transformation of the calcium and magnesium minerals into harmless “Nano” particles. When the inlet water goes into the water conditioner tank, the up flow pulls the water through the fluidized Filtersorb SP3 media which then acts as a catalyst and pulls the hardness minerals of calcium and magnesium out of the solution and then transforms these minerals into inactive Nano crystal particles. Because the hardness minerals have been transformed into Nano particles, these Nanoscopic particles make their way through plumbing systems without attaching on to pipes, fixtures, valves, or heating elements. Filtersorb SP3 is also a maintenance free system that does not require cost for salt, costs for water or for regeneration material.
Much of our drinking water comes from ground water which originates from precipitation that falls in the form of rain or snow and seeps into the ground, filling the open spaces, or pore space, within layers of sand or gravel (formations) beneath the land surface. As the rain or snow passes through the atmosphere, it becomes enriched with carbon dioxide (CO2) and combines with the H2O (water) to form a solvent of calcium known as carbonic acid (H2CO3). As the rain seeps into the ground, the carbonic acid extracts calcium from the calcium rich stone and forms hydrogen carbonate (Ca (HCO3)2]. When the extraction process ends, the water is saturated with calcium and the carbonic acid forming a carbonic acid/ calcium equilibrium. Depending on the ground quality, the amount of calcium and amount of carbonic acid determines whether more or less calcium is extracted into the water.
Calcium Scale is a hard thick coating or covering of calcium carbonate (CaCO} that forms on heating
elements and on the pipes and hardware of plumbing systems. As the calcium rich water enters into the home, the carbonic acid/ calcium equilibrium becomes interrupted within the pipes. Because the hydro
gen carbonate (Ca (HCO )2) is a very weak chemical compound, temperature increases or movement cause the compound to breakdown and parts of the calcium (Ca2), magnesium (Mg2) and bicarbonate
(HCO3) are no longer dissolved and attach to the surfaces of pipes, heaters, and hardware. Over time, the scale compounds and is very difficult and costly to remove.
Negative Effect – The negative effect of calcium is that it creates scale on pipes, hardware, and surfaces. This leads to high energy costs for heaters and expensive repairs for ice machines, coffee machines, and other appliances. The scale also may breed bacteria.
Positive Effect – Calcium enriched water is a health benefit and an important nutrient needed to help prevent or minimize diseases such as heart disease. Ideally, consumable water should contain adequate amounts of calcium and magnesium which are both found in hard water.
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The technologically advanced Filtersorb SP3 Media is an innovative solution that prevents all of the negative effects of calcium and magnesium, while allowing the positive health benefits to remain. The system is maintenance free, chemical free, salt free and does not require costly regeneration and backwashing.
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