WaterFilterGuru Reviews Waterdrop X

WaterFilterGuru Reviews Waterdrop X

A familiar face here at the ‘Treats, Brian Campbell (from WaterFilterGuru.com) did a deep dive into Waterdrop's X Series Reverse Osmosis System. Waterdrop has been everywhere lately, ramping up their marketing efforts since bursting onto the scene. Campbell's review offers a nice, unbiased look at what's really under the hood of their X12 model, which carries a price tag of $1,200. The system impressed with its contaminant removal and speedy 1,200 gallon-per-day filtration rate – potentially handy for cafes or restaurants. It's user-friendly too, boasting easy maintenance and some nifty smart features like a digital TDS display. But here's the kicker: Campbell wasn't quite sold on the value proposition. He hinted that Waterdrop's older G3 model or even some tank-based systems might give more bang for your buck.

Taking Clean Water ‘Private’

Local news outlet Dallas Innovates recently reported on Progressive Water Treatment's (PWT) big move. The company, a division of Water on Demand Inc., has relocated from McKinney to a new 21,500-square-foot headquarters in Sherman, Texas. This upgrade features a manufacturing facility and expanded warehouse, allowing PWT to respond faster to customer needs and boost production. PWT and Water on Demand say that while clean water had once been a government monopoly, it’s now “going private.” The new space boasts two manufacturing lines, improved logistics, and plans to hire 10 more employees. PWT's parent company, OriginClear, sees this as part of a growing trend where local businesses and communities are taking water treatment "in-house" by managing their own water needs on-site.

Water Softening Market Projections

We don’t usually talk about industry insights or projections, but a new report from Future Market Insights (FMI) caught our eye this week as it paints a promising picture for the water softening industry. According to the study, the global water softening systems market is set to grow from $12.3 billion in 2023 to $23.3 billion by 2033, which is a healthy 6.6% annual growth rate (nearly doubling over 10 years). The report cites increasing awareness of water quality issues and supportive regulations as key drivers, and also highlights a growing demand for eco-friendly options like salt-free softeners and electromagnetic conditioners. The study mentions several major players in the industry, including Culligan, EcoWater Systems, and Kinetico. According to the report, both the residential sector and North America as a whole looks particularly promising, with an expected growth rate of 6.5% for each.

Ripley EcoWater Announces Expansion

The Southern Sentinel reports that EcoWater, a major employer in Tippah County, Mississippi, is expanding its Ripley facility with a new 15,000 sq. ft. testing laboratory. The expansion, sparked by a year of strong growth, will be used to test all water softener parts and is set to open by February 2025. Local officials, including Tippah County Development Foundation Director Chris Lewellen and Ripley Mayor Jon Grisham, are enthusiastic about the project, viewing it as a boost for the local economy and job market. Known for its home water softening and drinking water systems, EcoWater's growth signals continued strength in the water treatment industry.

What else is happening:

• NPR reports on how a California county got PFAS out of its drinking water

• New research suggests that carbohydrate polymers (a sugar-like polymer) could be a sweet solution for water purification

• Waterloo University (dubbed the MIT of Canada) has developed a portable solar device that can make 20L drinking water a day from seawater with 93% efficiency

• WQA Podcast releases Video Marketing for Water Treatment

• Family-owned American Pump and Drilling releases an article for Science September: How Does a Well Pump Actually Work?