Water & Air – Filter Systems News

We all need food to survive. According to NPR.org, Americans eat 1,996 pounds of food per year. That is equivalent to the weight of an elephant. July is National Culinary Arts Month, a month long celebration to promote awareness of cooks and their contributions to new culinary trends. Any cook will tell you that having great food quality is critical to any dish that you are preparing. Did you know that air and water has a big impact on the food we eat. How? For starters, water is used throughout the production of food. From the farm to processing to the kitchen table, water is a direct ingredient in many of our favorite dishes.

Hard water in particular can have a negative impact on food quality. How? Fruits and vegetables become extremely tough if cooked in hard water. This is due to the amount of calcium ions in the water influencing its textural properties. The taste of pasta can also be negatively affected by this. The Everpure Water Softening Cartridge softens your water by reducing minerals like calcium and magnesium, which are the culprits of hard water. This cartridge will also help improve the taste of your beverages, such as tea or coffee as well.

Sometimes, half the battle in food quality is keeping the food fresh. To do this, many of us resort to our refrigerator to keep meals safe to consume. But often, the refrigerator could be doing the opposite of what we want it to do. If your refrigerator air filter has not been replaced or is not working properly, your food will not stay fresh and will create unpleasant food odors in your fridge. How do you overcome this problem? The Frigidaire PureAir Ultra Refrigerator Air Filter eliminates foul odors from your refrigerator and freezer. This Frigidaire filter uses a combination of activated carbon, baking soda and zeolites, that will last up to 6 months and help food stay fresh.

Even if you are not a culinary artist, you still want to prepare meals that are pleasing to the palate for you and your family. The next time you notice a drop in your food quality, do not automatically blame your cooking. It could be a result of the water quality or even your refrigerator’s air filter.

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If you’re like many people, chances are your washer and dryer gets used frequently. You can make a case that these are among the most important appliances in your home. This is why maintenance is extremely important. Below are four easy ways to maintain your washing machine and dryer.

1.)    Don’t forget the water filter. How often do you stop to think about the filter that is inside your washing machine? A problem area for all washing machines is the need to clean the inlet valve screen for sediment buildup. As this screen gets contaminated, the cold water flow slows which adds extended time to the wash cycle and distorts the water temperature. In order to combat this problem, you will need a Washing Machine Sediment Filter for the sole intent of removing solid sediment prior to reaching the screen destination. The Inline Water Filters Washing Machine Water Filter can be used for all washing machines and traps 98% of solids. It is also composed of a 5 stage filtration process which ensures that sediment buildup will not be a problem for your washing machine. This filter can be used for both hot and cold water lines and works with temperatures up to 320 degrees Fahrenheit.

2.)    Clean the inside of your washing machine. Did you know that each time you run your washing machine, residue and other minerals will build up? Over time, this can cause damage and unpleasant odors. To prevent this, use the Summit Washer Magic Washing Machine Cleaner. This cleaner effectively cleans washing machines to reduce residue, detergent, mineral and odor build-up that bleach cannot. This comes in an easy to use 12 ounce formula that is compatible with both traditional top load and High Efficiency (HE) washing machines.

3.)    Change the lint filter. One of the most important things you can do to maintain your dryer is to change the lint filter before each load. Lint filters such as the Whirlpool/Kenmore Dryer Lint Filter Screen will trap the lint from your clothes and keep your dryer running efficiently and smoothly. Failure to change your lint filter can result in a longer time to dry your clothes and a higher energy bill. For a complete list of lint filters we carry, go to Filtersfast.com and type in Lint Filters in the search box.

4.)    Check all hoses and their connections to the machine and the faucet. If you see that a hose has a rip in it, change it immediately. This is a sign that the hose is about to burst. You should check these hoses monthly and tighten any loose fittings.

As with many household appliances, be sure to keep a regular maintenance schedule for your washing machine and dryer. Regular maintenance will keep this important commodity running smoothly and efficiently.

With the extreme heat that many of us have experienced over these last few days, many are grateful for the air conditioners in our home. Without it, the heat of summer would simply be too unbearable. Today is Air Conditioning Appreciation Day and what better way to show your appreciation for this household necessity than to maintain the upkeep of it? Maintenance on your air conditioner should never be neglected. Below are 3 tips to make sure your AC continues running smoothly.

1.)    Change the filter. This is the most simple and important step. A clogged air filter can drastically reduce the efficiency of your air conditioner and can become a heartache in the long run. Generally, you want to change the filter every 3 to 6 months depending on usage. Changing the filter will cause it to run efficiently and last longer. The Filters Fast 5” MERV 13 Return Grille will reduce dust, bacteria, pet dander and mold spores. The larger surface area and deeper pleats of the five inch filter make it 15 times more effective at capturing airborne particles than a standard 1″ filter.  The MERV 13 rating of this filter makes it one of the most efficient filters, by removing at least 90 percent of all particles. See here for a complete list of filters that we offer.

2.)    Regular Maintenance. Checkups for your HVAC system will keep it running smoothly and efficiently.  You can do it yourself, or you can call in a professional. Maintenance of your system should include checking the controls of the system, lubricating all moving parts, tightening all electrical connections and checking thermostat settings. You should also seal and insulate ducts as well. This is done to increase comfort levels in your home and improve your system’s efficiency by 20% or more. The more efficient your system is, the longer it will last.

3.)    Install a programmable thermostat. This is an important step so your A/C doesn’t have to run all day while you’re away. Consider using the Honeywell FocusPro, which is easy to use, has precise comfort control and comes with a 5 year warranty. Programmable thermostats can save you almost $200 off heating and cooling costs every year.

Maintaining your air conditioner is important to say the least. A properly maintained air conditioner will allow you to beat the heat and stay cool in the comfort of your own home. Remember, changing your filter is one of the most important steps you can take to maintain your air conditioner. Click on the image below to view a video about the proper way to change your filter.

July 4^th is right around the corner. While we are preparing for the grilling and all other festivities many of us have lined up, have we stopped to think what the 4^th of July is about? Independence Day  is the national holiday of the United States of America that commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. The signing of the declaration took place in Philadelphia by our founding fathers that set forth the path that this country would travel. The first Independence Day celebration took place July 4, 1777 a year after the Declaration was signed. By the early 1800s the tradition of parades, fireworks and picnics were established as the way to celebrate America’s birthday. For many of us, this day means celebrating freedom, the “American Spirit” and so much more that comes with this great country of ours.  In honor of this special occasion, let’s take a look a look at some red, white and blue products.

The Mavea Red Elemaris XL Water Filtration Pitcher is a water filter pitcher constructed from high quality material, including BPA-free plastic. The Mavea Elemaris water pitcher provides you with clean and clearer drinking water by reducing bacteria, dust, dirt, chlorine taste and odor. This Mavea pitcher has a capacity of 9 oz and includes a Smart Meter filter change indicator that measures water hardness, water volume and length of time in use for your convenience.

While it may not be cold or flu season, a humidifier can always come in handy. This Crane Cool Mist Humidifier relieves dry skin, coughing, congestion and cold symptoms. This white cool mist humidifier does not contain a heating element, making it safe for use in children’s rooms. Adding to the practicality of this white Crane humidifier is its whisper quiet operation and 11 continuous hours of moisture.

This blue Vapur Anti-Bottle is a reusable Vapur water bottle which features a revolutionary space-saving design. Vapur water bottles are extremely flexible and almost entirely collapsible. When filled with water this Vapur bottle stands up, yet when it is empty it can be rolled up, flattened or folded. This refillable and reusable Vapur water bottle is a responsible, eco-friendly alternative to constantly buying and carelessly throwing away disposable plastic water bottles. Made with BPA free plastic, the inner layer is odor, taste and stain resistant.

This 4^th of July, remember to stay safe. Also, let us celebrate the freedom that we have in this country. Let us celebrate this place we call home.

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Red, white and blue. Those familiar and often celebrated colors have become entrenched in our society. Whenever you see those colors together, you can’t help but get a feeling of patriotism. The American flag for many is a symbol of freedom and hope. A symbol for what this country stands for and believes. The history of our flag goes all the way back to 1777 when the second continental Congress passed a resolution that adopted our now familiar flag as the official flag of America. However, it was 139 years later when President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that gave our flag its own day, and thus, Flag Day was born. On June 14 of every year, Flag Day is celebrated as a way to commemorate the adoption of the flag that has become a big part of our lives. There are many ways to celebrate Flag Day such as attending parades and cookouts. Whatever your method of celebrating is, we thought we would highlight some of our very own red, white and blue products in honor of this special day.

Crane Cool Mist Humidifier Dragon: Who say’s humidifiers can’t look cool? Perfect for the little ones in your life, this will do more than just look pretty on the shelf. It will help to relieve physical symptoms resulting from dry air, such as dry nose, throat, lips and skin. It also has a removable 1 gallon water tank that makes refilling simple and easy.

Klean Kanteen Bottle and Sport Cap 2.0: This Klean Kanteen 18 oz. bottle is made from BPA free, food-grade stainless steel, making it a perfect alternative to bottled water. Sitting atop the stainless steel water bottle is the newly-designed Klean Kanteen Sports Cap 2.0. The Sport Cap 2.0 has three times the flow rate of the original Klean Kanteen Sport Cap, so you’ll never have to wait on your water to trickle out when you’re thirsty. The cap also features a loop to clip on to backpacks, belts and camping equipment.

Katadyn MyBottle Water Purifier-Blue Splash: The Katadyn MyBottle Water Purifier is an advanced personal water bottle filtration system. The MyBottle is the only personal water bottle purification system on the entire water filter market that is registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). To use this water purifier all you have to do is fill the bottle with the water you want purified, insert the specially-designed Katadyn purification system, and drink from virtually any fresh water source.

This Flag Day lets be sure to commemorate not just the American flag, but all of the qualities that it stands for. After all, that is what makes our flag and our country so great.

Katadyn is perfect for outdoor use. So wouldn’t Katadyn be a perfect choice for your outdoor-loving father? Katadyn is specially designed for outdoors and is perfect for the outdoor enthusiast. But why is Katadyn the perfect choice for outdoor use? According to Katadyn itself:

“Katadyn products have the best all around performance and work in all conditions. With their long history of proven reliability and durability even in the harshest environments, it’s the top choice for outdoor adventurers.”

That is why the gift of Katadyn will be perfect for the fathers who love the outdoors. Not only are they proven and durable, but will provide you with one of the most crucial elements on Earth: clean, pure drinking water. That is exactly what the Katadyn Pocket Microfilter is good at. It is the most rugged, longest lasting microfilter available and is backed by a lifetime warranty.  The Pocket Microfilter features a solid design and construction that makes it perfect for continual use, even under extreme circumstances. This also makes this emergency water filter great for use in times of need. This Microfilter comes with the Katadyn exclusive silver impregnated ceramic cartridge that protects against bacteria and protozoa and lasts up to 13,000 gallons.

If you act today, you can take advantage of a FREE gift with purchase. When you purchase a Katadyn Pocket Microfilter from June 1^st – June 15^th, you will receive a FREE 20 pack of Micropur MP1 Emergency Water Tablets. These emergency water tablets are for the disinfection of drinking water. When used as directed, the Micropur MP1 tablets make contaminated water suitable for drinking. Micropur MP1 water purifier tablets are used by campers, hikers, militaries, emergency organizations, relief workers and anyone who may need to drink water of questionable quality.

Stop worrying about what to get that special man in your life  for Father’s Day this year. Katadyn is perfect for the outdoor enthusiast and with its design and effectiveness it is also great for anyone who values clean, pure drinking water. Remember, the special gift with purchase lasts June 1^st - June 15^th and while supplies last so hurry and act today!

Searching for the perfect gift for your dad on Father’s Day? Have you considered ZeroWater as the perfect choice for your dad on this special occasion? The filtered water from ZeroWater filtration pitchers is the only filtered water that meets the FDA definition for purified bottled water.  That means that you will get clean, pure water every time you drink from these products. What is the added benefit of drinking purified water? Drinking pure water that has removed the harmful contaminants and bacteria in it will ensure that your health can stay intact longer.  Yet, there is another reason to choose ZeroWater Filtration pitchers. According to Robert Roney Vice President of Sales for ZeroWater:

“…all our pitchers and dispensers are BPA Free. We also have a recycle program for our filters.  Consumers can send in their exhausted/used filters and ZeroWater recycles the plastic and regenerates the resins in the filter. In return for sending the filter back to be recycled ZeroWater sends the consumer a coupon worth $10.00 off their next filter purchase.”

Clearly, buying ZeroWater has its benefits not just for your health, but for your wallet as well. To make things even better, ZeroWater is offering a free replacement filter with the purchase of selected ZeroWater pitchers. This Father’s Day promotion runs from June 1^st- June 15^th only or while supplies last. Now extended through June 22nd or while supplies last. That’s more bang for your buck. Read below for more details on some exciting ZeroWater products and offers.

The ZeroWater 23-Cup Water Filtration Pitcher is a patented 5-Stage Dual-Ion Exchange filtration system that includes a filter, has a 23-cup capacity dispenser and a TDS meter. The TDS Meter (which stands for Total Dissolved Solids) will show you anything that is dissolved in your water and can also be used to let you know when it is time to change your filter.  This water filtration pitcher will remove virtually all dissolved solids from your water, providing you with great tasting drinking water. With the purchase of this pitcher you will receive a FREE ZeroWater Replacement Filter Cartridge that is easy to install, meets FDA requirements and reduces mercury, lead, chlorine taste and unpleasant odors. This offer is only good through June 22nd or while supplies last so act quickly.

The ZeroWater 8-Cup Water Filtration Pitcher is the only water filter pitcher to achieve the required FDA TDS level in purified bottled water to reach 000-010 ppm. To ensure that water passes through the filter and not around the filter, the filter assembly is located underneath the water pitcher. This ZeroWater Filtration Pitcher is a cost-effective alternative with high contaminant removal. Through June 15th, with the purchase of this filter you will also receive a FREE ZeroWater Replacement Filter Cartridge. This water filter was recently named a “Filter that really works” in Good Housekeeping Magazine and appeared on the Today Show. Through testing done by the GH Research Institute, this ZeroWater 8-Cup Filtration pitcher was found to remove at least 95% of estrone, PFOA, PFOS and ibuprofren.

The ZeroWater Cooler Bottle Filtration System is a water filter pitcher that fits most standard coolers and eliminates the need for expensive bottled water deliveries. It includes an independent TDS meter for measuring clean water quality. With the purchase of this filtration system you will receive a FREE ZeroWater Replacement Filter Cartridges- 2pack. This offer ends June 22nd or while supplies last.

Remember, in an effort to prevent water bottles from being thrown into the trash or landfills, ZeroWater offers a recycling program that recycles their filter cartridges from U.S. customers. This Father’s Day why not give your dad the gift of clean, pure water? This Father’s Day, give the gift of ZeroWater.

Did you really think we actually cooled down after that blazing hot Fire Sale last week? Nope! Think again. You responded so well, that we decided to slash more prices to get them off of our hands and into yours. Now, sooner or later a fire will go out, so our exclusive offers will not last forever. Take advantage of these unbelievable discounts while you still can and save BIG on some of your favorite items!

The InSinkErator Complete Filtration System-
Was: $73.00      Now: $59.99

The Aqua Flo Reverse Osmosis System-
Was: $179.99       Now: $169.99

The Vapur Anti-Bottle Water Bottle-
Was: $8.00      Now: $6.99

The Kooler Genius Leak Controller-
Was: $39.99      Now: $29.99

The Honeywell UV Air Treatment System-
Was: $425.00    Now: $358.99

Trion Air Bear Supreme 2000 Media Air Cleaner-
Was: $99.00     Now: $66.99

3M Filtrete Air Purifier-Ultra Quiet-
Was: $55.99    Now: $49.99

Hydrotech 1240 M Series RO System-
Was: $244.75      Now: $199.99

Honeywell PRO 4000 Programmable Thermostat-
Was: $58.99      Now: $38.99

PUR Faucet Mount Filter System 3-Stage Chrome-
Was: $29.99     Now: $26.99

Don’t wait around any longer. These discounted deals are for a limited time only and while supplies last!

When natural disasters hit, thousands and sometimes millions are impacted in a negative way. Many are left without electricity, food and even water. Although we don’t like to think about it, disasters can happen to anyone and we must be properly equipped to handle it. Ask yourself these questions: “If a disaster was to strike, would I be prepared? Would my family be prepared? Do I have an emergency kit on hand in case of such emergencies?” Whatever your answers are, Aquamira has many items that will keep you prepared for an emergency.

The one basic resource that is often affected in times of emergency is water. Water is vital to life and perhaps becomes even more critical in times of emergency. The Aquamira Water Filter CR-100 is a filtered water bottle that is both lightweight and easy to use. This filtered bottle removes chlorine, bad tastes and odors from your water, while also removing more than 99.9% of Cryptosporidium and Giardia. This Aquamira water bottle features an ergonomic shape that rests comfortably in various locations. The BITE-ME valve of this water bottle filter offers high flow rates and prevents leaks. The correct replacement filter for this water bottle is the CR-100 Capsule Replacement, which offers a 100 gallon capacity and prevents cross contamination.

When an emergency strikes it is always a good idea to have water drops on hand.  The Aquamira Water Treatment Drops helps to purify many different types of water making it safe to drink. Whether warm, cold, muddy or clear, these water purification drops utilize chlorine dioxide to improve the taste of your drinking water, is easily portable and has a long shelf life. Part A of the drop will kill odor causing bacteria and Part B is the Phosphoric Acid Activator. Use these drops with the Aquamira Frontier Emergency Water Filter System. It is also perfect for on-the-go use including hiking, camping and traveling.

While your blankets may not be in much use during the summer months, a blanket can go a long way in the event of an emergency. The Aquamira Emergency Blanket is constructed with Microfiber Technology that helps to make this blanket soft and comfortable. This emergency blanket includes its own carrying case that leaves room for you to store other emergency related items as well. This microfiber blanket is machine washable, can be dried and reused without compromising its comfort and softness.

Check out our other emergency products  and click on the icon below to see a video about setting up your emergency preparedness kit. Don’t be caught off guard if a disaster strikes. Take steps now to prepare for your family in case of emergency.

Things are definitely getting hot and we’re not talking about the temperature either. We are currently having a discount “Fire Sale,” an exclusive Filters Fast offer where the prices on some of your favorite Filters Fast products have been slashed!  But hurry, this exclusive sale is for a limited time only and while supplies last!

The Katadyn Endurance Microfilter System-               Was: $219.95 Now: $144.99

ED Lab Indoor Air Home Mold Test Kit-BMSC-             Was: $51.99 Now: $37.99

Sprite Shower Falls Multi-Position Filter-                 Was: $59.00 Now: $55.99

Frontier Pro Military 67106-Personal Filtration-                  Was: $24.95 Now: $11.99

3M Filtrete 3US-AS01 Faucet Filtration System-     Was: $45.99 Now: $31.99

What are you waiting for? These discounted deals are for a limited time only, so hurry and take advantage of these specials today!