Buy a water filter from Biopure, Water for Life and you can rest assured knowing that you have purchased a top quality WaterMark certified product that will deliver delicious certified purity for years to come (if properly serviced). All Biopure’s WaterMark filtration systems are hand assembled here in Australia and are batch tested to certify the premium quality and workmanship of our water filtration products.

 

What does WaterMark certification mean?

WaterMark is a national certification scheme. It is the Australian standards tick of approval. WaterMark independently test and check the performance of the water filter product, and independently certify that the water filter meets Australian plumbing safety standards.

A WaterMark certification is mandatory if you want to install a water filter and comply with Australian plumbing regulations.  After testing, Watermark continue to check on the products with an audit once a year.

 

Why is a WaterMark certification so important?

For a start, it’s a legal requirement. With a WaterMark certification, you know that the water filter has passed a number of strict tests and requirements. WaterMark certifies plumbing safety, water pressure, taste, and toxins. If a filter system has a WaterMark certification it means that the water filter is safe and there are no harmful toxins leaching from the filter into your drinking water. So, you can just enjoy great tasting filtered water.

 

Here’s what the Australian Government have to say about WaterMark certification

Plumbing products must have a valid WaterMark certification before you can register them under the Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS) scheme.

WaterMark is a certification mark provided by independent certifying authorities. It confirms the product:

1. complies with the Plumbing Code of Australia;
2. is fit for purpose; and
3. meets relevant Australian Standards relating to product quality, including health and safety.​

Certification is required before a licenced plumber can install plumbing products, in accordance with state and territory plumbing regulations.

All products that require WaterMark certification are listed in the Plumbing Code of Australia and Australian Standard 3500.

For plumbing products regulated under the WELS scheme, WaterMark certification is only required where the products are intended for use in a reticulated water system (piped water network).

This includes:

• flow controllers
• lavatory and urinal equipment
• showers
• tap equipment
• domestic water filters

Flow controllers fitted into other regulated products must also be WaterMark certified prior to WELS registration. To register products under the WELS scheme, you can provide either a WaterMark certificate that lists the flow controller separately or a WaterMark certificate that specifies the flow controller as part of the product you are registering.

 

What if your water filter doesn’t have the WaterMark certification?

Without a WaterMark certification, a domestic water filter cannot be legally installed in your home or your office. This is the case, as you do not know whether the water filter is safe.  If your water filter fails and causes water damage to your home, it is likely that your insurance company won’t pay out if the filter was not WaterMark certified. So be careful, and only ever buy water filters from a retailer that can provide WaterMark certified products, such as Biopure, Water for Life.

If you’re interested you can read further about the WaterMark testing process.

 

How do you know when to change your water filter cartridge?

Although installing a safe and reliable water filter system that is WaterMark certified is a good start, and will ensure that you have great tasting, safe pure water to drink. It does not mean that you can just install your water filter and forget about your it.  A water filter system can’t be expected it to maintain itself. You need to maintain your water filter so that it can effectively do its job. Maintenance is pretty much sorted by changing the filter every now and then. Your water filter cartridge will need changing ever so often, ranging from once every six months, to once per year depending on the rate at which you drink water, the size of your family and the water quality in your local area. You can read more about changing your water filter cartridge in one of our previous articles dedicated to changing your water filter cartridge.

All Biopure’s water filters are WaterMark certified and come with a warranty. If you’re interested in taking your health goals to the next level, call our friendly and professional team today to see how we can help you to find the perfect WaterMark certified water filter for your personal needs.

With so many types of water out there, how do you know what it is that you are drinking exactly? Is it purified water, spring water or filtered water? Well, Biopure, Water for Life are here to help you out on this front so you can make informed decisions about the water you put in your body.   

 

 

1.Purified Waters

Purified water is water that has been filtered or processed to remove impurities like chemicals and other contaminants. It is usually produced using groundwater or tap water. Through purification, many types of impurities are removed, including:

• Bacteria
• Algae
• Fungi
• Parasites 
• Metals like copper and lead
• Fluoride
• Chemical pollutants

Several methods are used to purify water commercially and at home. In Australia, public drinking water has chemicals added to make water safe for human consumption.

 

However, standards for drinking water around the world vary and are typically based on governmental regulations or international standards. In fact, the World Health Organization estimates that over 2.1 billion people lack access to safe drinking water. While purified water has many health benefits, it also has some potential drawbacks. For example, fluoride is a mineral that is added to public drinking water supplies in some countries to improve dental health and reduce dental decay.

 

Although this practice has led to decreased tooth decay in children, especially in at-risk areas, some argue that fluoridated water is not worth the potential health risks associated with its use. Excessive fluoride levels can be toxic to both brain and nerve cells, and long-term exposure to high levels of fluoride has been linked to learning, memory, and cognitive deficits.

However, experts argue that the level of fluoride found in drinking water is safe and beneficial in reducing tooth decay, especially in children who are only exposed to fluoride through drinking water. Research on the safety and efficacy of fluoridated water is ongoing, but those who drink purified water should be aware that some purification systems remove fluoride from drinking water.

 

Some other disadvantages of purified water include:

• May not remove some contaminants: Although water purification systems remove many contaminants, certain pesticides and chemicals may remain in purified water depending on the type of purification used.
• Cost: buying purified bottled water can be expensive, with some systems costing hundreds of dollars.
• Waste: Buying purified water in plastic bottles leads to a large amount of waste, as does disposing of used filters from in-home purification systems.

2. Spring Water

A lot of bottled water in Australia is labelled as spring water, but the source of that water is often a mystery.

Bottled water is generally spring water that is from an underground source and may or may not have been treated and purified. Studies have found that some bottled water that has been labelled spring water, has been found to contain contaminants such as arsenic.

 

Bottled water is more expensive than milk, soft drink and even petrol, so there’s no doubt bottled water has pitched itself as a premium product. In fact, you can buy more than 1,000 litres of tap water for the same cost as a 600 ml bottle of water. But does bottled water trump tap in terms of quality? Probably not. Both tap and bottled water have many carbon-based and mineral contaminants in them. Collective exposure to such contaminants over time can weaken your immune system and cause issues in the body.

 

Some interesting facts about bottled spring water:

• Tap water has 1 per cent of the environmental impact of bottled water
• Bottled water production makes 600 times more CO2 than tap water
• It can take up to seven litres of water and one litre of oil to produce one litre of bottled water
• Most water bottles end up in landfill
• Discarded drink bottles account for 38 per cent of the total world rubbish volume
• The average cost of a litre of tap water in Australia .001¢
• The average cost of a litre of bottled water in Australia is $2.83

3.Filtered Water

Filtered water has been put through a filtration process to remove impurities. Filtration involves running the water through some type of filter (usually carbon). This process is very effective at removing contaminants like bacteria, viruses, protozoa like giardia and chemicals like lead, chlorine and sulphate. Water filtration is an effective way to remove contaminants from drinking water and as we see it the best water you can drink.

 

Biopure, Water for Life has a wide selection of water filtration systems available, including Single Under Sink Filtration Systems, Twin Under Sink Water Filter Systems with bacteria removal, Caravan and Boat Water Filters, Fridge Filters, Shower Filters, Portable Water Filtration Systems such as Countertop Water filters, Alkaline Mineral Water filter Systems, Whole House Water Filtration systems, Four or Five Stage Reverse Osmosis water purification systems with Fluoride removal – to suit your requirements. All of these systems deliver safe, healthy, pure water each and every time.

 

Biopure offer our customers advice, service, and a range of quality water filter products to suit all needs and specific filtration requirements, and as our water filter systems connect to your mains or tank water supply, you can enjoy pure fresh drinking water every day.  No more bottled water.  We are proud to provide our customers with quality products from a list of world class manufacturers and the best filter cartridges and filtration components available. Get in touch today or check out our online store.

Are you looking for a water purifier, but are unsure whether to go for the counter top water filter, or an under sink system? Biopure Water for Life has got you covered; in this blog, we have a look at the advantages and disadvantages of counter top water purifiers. This will hopefully assist you to make your decision. 

A countertop water filter also known as a benchtop filter is easy to install with no plumbing required, they are cost effective, and are portable.  They can also be as effective as under sink water filter systems in removing contaminants.  Biopure Water for Life stock a variety of counter top water filters from single to twin systems.

 

Here are some of the advantages of counter top water filters:

 

Easy installation

Counter top water filters are great easy to install water filtration systems. Most require absolutely no plumbing and can be installed without a plumber in just 5 minutes.

 

Price advantage

Counter top water filters are also easy on the hip pocket and cost much less than the average under sink water filter.

 

Portable

Counter top water filters are great for travellers, renters and those who don’t want such a permanent system. Basically, just unplug the water filter and move on to your next destination with your fresh water purifier.

 

As effective as under sink systems

Most counter top water filters successfully remove chlorine, heavy metals, bacteria, cysts, giardia, viruses, sediment, dirt, odours, pesticides and so much more.

 

Let’s play devil’s advocate; here are some of the disadvantages of counter top water filters:

 

Aesthetics

As the name suggests, counter top filter systems sit on your counter near the sink. These can be considered a bit of an eyesore by some. If you do not like the look of the filter on your bench top, the alternative is to install an under sink system that will never be seen.

 

Efficiency

Due to the compact and portable nature of most counter top water filter systems, they often do not have the filtering capacity of their larger, under sink counterparts. They also may lack in their contaminant removal capacity.

 

Still interested in a counter top system? Here are some of Biopure Water for Life’s favourite counter top water purifier options available to you today in our online store:

 

Double Benchtop Water Filter System USA Made

The Double Benchtop Water Filter System USA Made, is a great double counter top water filter system. This system is portable, requires no plumbing and comes with a whopping 10 year warranty. This water filter system successfully filters out chlorine, Chemicals, Rust, Dirt, Sand, Slime, Colours, Bad Taste and Odours, Bacterial cysts like Giardia and Cryptosporidium plus heavy metal removal. This is a great portable water filter system at an affordable price.

 

Countertop Water Filter System USA Made

The Countertop Water Filter System USA Made is another excellent counter top water filter system. This water filter is a single filter system which connects easily to your tap and comes with an adapter. No plumbing is required and you can install this one yourself. This water filter removes Chlorine, bad taste and odours, dirt, rust, sediment, herbicides, pesticides, heavy metals including lead, bacteria, giardia, cryptosporidium, foreign organic compounds, chemicals and other contaminants. This one also comes with a 10 year warranty and is made with metal connectors which will last a long time.

 

Double Countertop Fluoride Removal Portable Water Filter System

The Double Countertop Fluoride Removal Portable Water Filter System is a good choice if you want to remove excess fluoride in your water. This water filter system only takes minutes to install and does not require plumbing. As well as fluoride, this system removes sediment, chlorine, foreign organic compounds, herbicides, pesticides, chemicals, giardia parasites, cysts, cryptosporidium, heavy metals such as lead, bad taste and odours. This system comes with dual filters, one is carbon, which removes volatile chemicals and bacteria, while the other is activated alumina, which removes approximately 90% of fluoride from your water. This system comes fully assembled and includes all the fittings and fixtures you need to efficiently install it.

 

Ultraceram Stainless Steel Slim Countertop Water Filter UK Made

The Ultraceram Stainless Steel Slim Countertop Water Filter UK Made is a wonderful water filter system that uses a ceramic water filter. The ceramic filter is ultraceram, which is touted as the best ceramic filter in the world. This system comes in a stylish stainless steel shell and is perfect for use on bore water, rain water and municipal water supply. The ceramic outer shell is made from diatomaceous earth which removes fine sediment, bacteria and parasites.  Silver ions in the ceramic filter enhance bacteriostatic and self sterilizing properties that inhibit bacteria growth.  This system also has a carbon block inner core that removes chlorine, chloramines, bad taste, odour, chemicals, pesticides and heavy metals. The filter is recommended for use for up to 9 months and can be scrubbed clean and reused.

 

Have you made your decision?

Biopure Water for Life hopes that this blog has helped you to make a more informed decision as to what water filter will be best for you. If so, head across to our online store and you will find the perfect water purifier for your needs. If not, and you are still undecided, contact us today and one of our passionate and professional water filter experts will be able to point you in the right direction. 

Biopure Water for Life bring you our list of the top five water purifiers in Australia. We feel comfortable to speak highly of and recommend our water filtration systems as we are passionate about water purifiers and believe that everybody should have access to clean, healthy pure water. On top of that, Biopure Water for Life are experts in our field and we have been supplying and installing water purification systems for over thirty years. For experienced, quality certified water purification solutions, look no further than Biopure Water for Life.   

Who is Biopure, Water for Life, and why should you take our advice?

Biopure Water for Life are an established water purifier supplier, with over 45 years of combined experience in the water purifier industry in Australia. Over the past 30 years we have become one of Australia’s leading suppliers of top quality water filtration systems. Biopure Water for Life offer a wide selection of water filtration systems from simple countertop water filter systems to deluxe five stage reverse osmosis purifiers and whole home systems. Biopure Water for Life offer water filtration solutions for everyone, from the home to the office and beyond. We believe that good health begins with good water. Through the continued and consistent use of our water filtration systems, you really can change your life.

Here are Biopure’s top five water filters that will be sure to leave you feeling pure and healthy:

Biopure’s top five filter recommendations:

1.Alkaline Mineral Hydrogen Rich Reverse Osmosis Under Sink Water Purifier

Our first recommendation is the Alkaline Mineral Hydrogen Rich Reverse Osmosis Under Sink Water Purifier system, which is a five stage alkaline mineral hydrogen rich, reverse osmosis purifier. This system is hand built in Australia by Biopure Water for Life. This system is our most popular under sink water purifier. The system gives you the best tasting, clean, pure water that the whole family will enjoy. This water purifier comes with a ten year warranty and has been awarded the Australian watermark certificate. This system will effectively remove up to 99% of heavy metals including lead and fluoride as well as micro-organisms such as giardia, bacteria and all chemical contaminants including chlorine.   The alkaline mineral cartridge will yield water with a healthy PH of between 8.5 to 9.5, whilst restoring the body’s essential minerals. Filter cartridge replacement is recommended every 12 months. 

2.Doulton Twin Under Sink Water Filtration System

Biopure’s second choice is the Doulton twin under sink water filtration system. This filter system is assembled from USA made components, and contains heavy duty UK made, cleanable ceramic and carbon filters. This system is designed for under the sink and is ideal for mains or tank water. This is a ceramic water filter, which effectively removes chlorine, bacteria, virus’, E.coli, heavy metals and chemicals from your water supply. This system comes complete with a 1^st stage cleanable ceramic dirt, sediment, and bacteria pre filter and a 2^nd stage coconut carbon filter cartridge. This ceramic water purifier is unique in that you can quickly and easily remove the ceramic filter if your water flow slows, scrub it and then return it to the filter system with your water flow restored to normal. This significantly improves the life of the filter cartridge. This water purifier comes with a ten year warranty and is great for those who want peace of mind knowing that all bacteria or virus’s are blocked but still value clean, healthy pure water.

3.Countertop Water Filter System USA Made

Our third choice is the Countertop water filter system, which is a great option for those who do not want to worry about plumbing in their filtration system. This water filter installs in one minute and connects to your tap using the diverter valve and tap adaptor. This is a premium quality water filter system made from US and Australian made components and filter cartridges. This countertop system comes complete with a 0.4 sub micron coconut husk water filter cartridge. The cartridge will effectively remove chlorine, bacteria, bad tastes, sediments and heavy metals from your water. This water purifier comes complete with a ten year warranty and cartridges only require changing every 12 months.

4.Portable Countertop Alkaline Mineral Hydrogen Rich Reverse Osmosis Water Purifier

Fourth is the Portable Countertop Alkaline Mineral Hydrogen Rich Reverse Osmosis Water Purifier, which is an excellent, portable water filtration option. This system removes fluoride, chlorine, heavy metals, bacteria and yields nourishing, hydrogenated alkaline water.  This water purifier connects to your tap in under one minute using the diverter valve and an included tap adaptor. This system is very flexible and suitable for kitchen, caravan or laundry mounting. Reverse osmosis is considered to be one of the best water purifiers on the market. Reverse osmosis is a process in which dissolved inorganic solids are removed from water. Reverse osmosis filters flush toxins away whilst the pre and carbon filters take care of the other pollutants left behind. This process is the most efficient at providing clean, pure great tasting alkaline water. A 12 monthly filter change is recommended.

5.Premium Whole House Water Filtration System

Our last recommendation is the Premium whole house water filter system. This water purifier is watermark certified and is designed to filter the water in your whole house. This system has a 1 micron pre filter for sediment removal and a second stage Aragon plus water softening filter to remove chlorine, chemicals, radiation, heavy metals, bacteria, bad taste and odours. Aragon represents the most up-to-date technology from Europe for water treatment and bacteria removal. This is an excellent, premium system and comes with a five year warranty. It is recommended to replace the cartridges annually.

Still not sure about which water purifier you should get? Call us at Biopure today!

The above five water purifiers are Biopure’s top five recommendations for 2019. If you are thinking about installing a water purifier in Australia, look no further than the five outstanding choices we have outlined above. Whatever your requirement’s may be, Biopure are sure that you will find a suitable water purifier in our online store. If you want to make the commitment to improving your health through pure filtered water, you should contact Biopure today to discuss your requirements. Our professional team are always happy to help and have the right advice for you. Biopure Water for Life also offer installation services on the Gold Coast and surrounding regions.

If you value your health, you have probably considered installing a water filter. But what water filter should you buy? With so many options out there you may need some help, right? Biopure are here to help you make an informed choice and explain why you should install an under sink water filter.  As our bodies are made up of about 60% water, it makes sense to consider the quality of the water we are consuming. We need to ensure that we are:

a) getting enough water; and

b) drinking the right water.

As we know, municipal water supplies are usually full of additives and compounds, that when consumed in excess can be negative for our long term health. The best way to ensure that you are getting the right water for optimal health, is to install an under sink water filter. Biopure’s scientifically backed, reverse osmosis water filters are proven to filter out 99% of foreign compounds, fluoride, chlorine, heavy metals, bacteria, bad tastes and more. Leaving you with nothing but pure, delicious and nourishing water. Biopure specialise in producing filter options that deliver pure, safe and healthy water.

How Under Sink Water Filters Work

A number of methods exist for filtering water under the sink. However, the most common is to divert the water from the main cold water supply under the sink using a connection. The connection is usually a watermark certified metal connection. From this connection a food grade BPA free tube is then sent to the filter’s purifying cartridge where the chemicals and contaminants are mostly removed. The water is then sent to the filter tap on the surface of the sink where the fresh, filtered water will be dispensed.

Benefits of Under Sink Water Filters 

The benefits of under sink water filters are immeasurable to an extent. In a general sense, sustained and consistent consumption of filtered water will lead to an improved sense of wellbeing. But more specifically it is known to:

• • Help mitigate the risk of cancer, by helping to eliminate carcinogenic contaminants;

• • Improve hydration;

• • Assist in prevention of birth defects in pregnant women;

• • Improve the health and growth of developing children;

• • Retain healthy mineral deposits and in the case of reverse osmosis an optional alkaline mineral cartridge is available.

• Reduce gastrointestinal issues.

These are just some of the many benefits that can be derived from the sustained and consistent use of under sink water filters. If you are considering taking the next step towards improving your health, you should do some research and determine the right filter for your needs. Biopure offer the best water filter system for your health requirements, from under sink water filters to counter top filters. But when you are purchasing a filter there are some things to be conscious of:

Things to look out for:

Size

When considering an under sink water filter you should always ensure that you take into account the size of the filter. Use a tape measure to measure the size of the filter and compare this to the size of your cupboard underneath your sink. The last thing that you want is to bring your new filter home and discover that it will not fit under the sink.

Ease of installation/filter change

Selecting a unit that is easy to install by yourself is a must, you do not want to go to the unnecessary expense of hiring a plumber to install your filter on your behalf. Most under sink water filter units are designed to be very easy to install and they should be, however if you have trouble installing your unit, Biopure offers water filter installations and ongoing services on the Gold Coast, Tweed Shire and surrounding areas.

Cartridge longevity

The filter in your water filter system requires changing on a semi-regular basis. Biopure’s filter cartridges generally only require replacement once every 12 months. The regularity of a cartridge change will no doubt influence the decision you make about your filter system. Biopure only offer high quality filter systems and the best filters and filtration components.

Filtering Capacity

Some cartridges are more efficient at removing impurities and contaminants than others, so you should always consider the filtering capacity of your water filter system before committing to a purchase. For example, our most popular system, the Alkaline mineral hydrogen rich under sink reverse osmosis has the capacity to produce up to 300 litres of fresh, filtered and pure water per day.

Water pressure

The rate at which your water filter can provide you with pure, filtered water is an important consideration. No one wants to be standing at the filter nozzle for hours waiting for their water bottle to fill. All of Biopure’s filter systems are made of a high standard and provide water at a sufficient pressure to keep you happy at the nozzle.

Alternative options

If you are not keen to commit to an under sink system, you should consider the other options available. Biopure provide excellent countertop systems that offer similar benefits to the under sink models. The countertop models are no doubt smaller and cannot produce as high a volume of filtered water, however they are still great systems and are capable at removing the majority of contaminants, impurities and bad tastes from your water. They are also very simple and quick to install.

Wrap up

If you have read this article and want to make the commitment to improving your health through pure filtered water, you should contact Biopure today to discuss your requirements. Our professional team are always happy to help and have the right advice for you. As mentioned, Biopure offer installation services on the Gold Coast and surrounding regions, so you can purchase and install the best water filters in Australia and have them installed without even lifting a finger. Do not risk your health any longer and make the move towards healthy, pure water at home or in your office.

Whether to drink tap water or not is a common health based question. The question is relatable as we all rely heavily on tap water on a daily basis and it is difficult to know what exactly is in it. Even if you don’t drink tap water, you likely wash your fruit and vegetables or cook with it. The safety of our daily water supply is a controversial and important topic; especially in Australia where the Government fluoridates more than 50% of the water supply. Biopure will discuss the dangers of drinking tap water and give you some important information on why should you avoid it.

Have you had your chemicals today

On top of that, it is worrying to note that the relevant water management authorities in each State and Territory add up to 50 different chemicals to our water supply. Such chemicals are added for a range of public health related reasons, with assurances that the water is fit for human consumption. But how can we be certain that these chemicals are as harmless as they are made out to be? How can we know whether there are any long term side effects or not? Conclusive research has not been conducted to assess the real long term effects of increased consumption of fluoride, so there is no way to be certain of its actual benefits or effects. However, recent studies in Canada suggest that there is little to no improvement in the dental health of those who have fluoride added to their water as opposed to those that do not.

Avoid excessive fluoride

Little research exists to back up the premise that fluoride in water is beneficial for our dental health (the quoted reason it is added to our water supply); however, there is plenty of evidence that does suggest that excess fluoride has detrimental side effects to the human body especially sodium fluoride added to Queensland water supplies. Excess fluoride has been proven to have damaging effects on the cognitive development of children, cause thyroid conditions and increase instances of mental health issues. Further, the increased concentration of fluoride in household plumbing has been proven to corrode pipes and if the pipes are made from copper or other heavy metals, this can leach into your drinking water. We do not need to elaborate on the negative effects of consumption of excess heavy metals; as we know that they can cause severe health issues.

With these points in mind, it’s clear that you should ensure you aren’t consuming excessive fluoride, chlorine and other contaminates. Excess consumption can be prevented by avoiding the use of tap water for drinking, washing fruits and vegetables and cooking. Although the Australian water authorities state that there is too small an amount of fluoride in the Australian water supply to affect humans negatively, it is difficult to be sure how much fluoride you should actually be consuming for good health. However, Australian dentists suggest that a safe amount is between 3-4 milligrams per day. A conservative serving of generic toothpaste contains 3 milligrams of fluoride. So, it is safe to assume that as your toothpaste and mouthwash contains fluoride, there should be no need to supplement fluoride intake any further through water supply.

Biopure has a solution for your household

To ensure that you are protecting your health and the health of your family, we recommend avoiding the use of tap water at all costs. The best way to go about this it by installing a Biopure reverse osmosis water purifier which has the capability of removing fluoride and other chemical contaminates from your water. Some water filters do not remove trace elements, so will not be effective at removing the fluoride or heavy metals. A reverse osmosis system works to effectively remove all impurities from the water and guard your long term health. Biopure offer reverse osmosis systems in portable options or as built in under sink systems. Contact us today to see how we can work with you to protect your health through our tailored healthy water systems.