Clean Water at Your Fingertips: How Water Filters Work and Why You Need One During Load-Shedding with BIBO.

Water filters have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially in areas where the water quality is not ideal. In South Africa, for example, frequent power outages and load-shedding by Eskom can cause water treatment plants to fail, leading to water contamination. That’s why it’s essential to invest in a water filter that can remove impurities and ensure that your drinking water is safe and healthy.

So, what do water filters remove, and what should you look out for when buying one? Water filters use various technologies to remove impurities from water, including physical barriers, chemical or biological processes, and combinations of these methods. Some of the most common contaminants that water filters remove include:

• Chlorine: Chlorine is added to municipal water supplies to kill bacteria and other pathogens, but it can also give the water an unpleasant taste and odor.
• Sediment: Sediment, such as sand, silt, and rust, can be present in water and can clog pipes and damage appliances.
• Heavy metals: Heavy metals, such as lead, mercury, and cadmium, can be harmful to human health if consumed in high concentrations.
• Bacteria and viruses: Bacteria and viruses can be present in water sources and can cause illness if consumed

When buying a water filter, it’s important to consider the type of contaminants you want to remove and the technology used by the filter. Some filters are designed to remove specific contaminants, while others offer broader protection. Look for filters that have been certified by independent organizations, such as Watermark.

At BIBO, we offer two types of water filters that are designed to provide clean and healthy water: the BIBO bar and the BIBO block. The BIBO bar uses a multistage carbon block filter and a BIBO zapper to remove impurities and eliminate 99.9% of micro-living organisms, bacteria, and viruses. What’s more the mineral content of the water remains unchanged and therefore does not require one to re-add minerals to the water as other filtering processes sometimes do. The BIBO block, on the other hand, inhibits scale and chalk buildup in your entire water system, which can cause damage to your plumbing and appliances.

In addition to the technology used in our water filters, we also make it easy for our customers to maintain and replace their filters. At BIBO, we understand that your water is only as good as your last filter change, which is why we offer a year’s supply of filters needed for your BIBO bar, including two BIBO MAXI filters and one BIBO zapper, along with free shipping nationwide. This ensures that our customers always have access to clean and healthy drinking water.

To make the filter replacement process as easy as possible, the BIBO bar’s interactive touch screen lets you know via a 10-day countdown when it needs a filter change. This ensures that you never forget to change your filter, and you can enjoy uninterrupted access to clean water. Additionally, the filter replacement process is simple and can be done by anyone without the need for tools.

At the heart of your BIBO block are the high-performing filter cartridges. These cartridges are equipped with a unique Siliphos technology that keeps chalk and scale build-up at bay, preventing damage to your plumbing and appliances. It’s essential to change your filter cartridges timeously to ensure that your BIBO block continues to perform optimally. The BIBO block Alpha’s 550g filter cartridge needs to be replaced every six months or after 125,000 litres of water flow and comes with one single-use filter cartridge.

Investing in a BIBO water filter not only ensures that you have access to clean and healthy drinking water but also provides peace of mind knowing that your filter is easy to maintain and replace. By using the latest technology and making the filter replacement process hassle-free, BIBO has become a trusted brand for providing clean and healthy drinking water. Whether you’re using the BIBO bar or the BIBO block, you can rest assured that your water is free from contaminants and safe to drink.

In areas like South Africa, where power outages and load-shedding by Eskom can affect water quality, investing in a water filter can provide peace of mind and ensure that your drinking water is safe and healthy. So, whether you’re looking to remove chlorine, sediment, heavy metals, or bacteria and viruses, there’s a water filter out there that can meet your needs. Just make sure to do your research and choose a filter that has been independently certified and uses the latest technology to provide the best possible protection for you and your family…and we have one in mind!