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FACT: Millions of private and public wells have never been tested for contamination, but a five-year, $12 million, nationwide survey was conducted by the EPA and released in 1990. Based on that survey, the EPA estimates that 10.4% of community wells and 4.2% of natural domestic wells have detectable levels of at least one pesticide. 

FACT: The U.S. Geological Survey has pinpointed sources of contamination in every state.

FACT: Even bottled water isn't necessarily without contamination. Some bottled water isn't always regularly monitored. In 1990, a bottled water survey by the Suffolk County, New York, health department tested bottled water sold in the county and found that 9 of 88 brands tested did not meet state and federal drinking water standards. 

FACT: Almost all U.S. households have chlorinated water. 1987 a study sponsored by the National Cancer Institute, the Food and Drug Administration, and EPA found increased risk of bladder cancer with the long-term consumption of chlorinated drinking water. This is believed to be associated with the formation of disinfection by-products in water from chlorine, such as THMs. 

FACT: According to EPA estimates, 40 million Americans are exposed to levels of lead in water well above the EPA's proposed maximum contaminant allowances. 

FACT: Virtually everyone has some level of radon in their water. The national average is 200 to 600 Pico curies per liter. At these levels, scientists estimate the risk of developing cancer from radon ingestion is greater than the risk of cancer from most other regulated contaminants found in drinking water at the maximum levels allowed by the EPA! 

FACT: Giardia lamblia cysts have become the most common cause of waterborne disease in the United States. Although reporting is voluntary, more than 23,000 cases of Giardia lamblia caused disease were reported between 1960 and 1980. It also appears that the rate of outbreaks is increasing. 

FACT: Major outbreaks of disease caused by Cryptosporidium oocysts were reported in Texas in 1985, in Georgia in 1987, and England in 1989. A limited sampling of western U.S. waters found Cryptosporidium oocysts in 28% of treated drinking water samples evaluated. A study of eastern U.S. waters showed these oocysts present in 11 of 28 of the treated water samples. 

After chlorine kills viruses, cysts, and bacteria PureTek TIRM eliminates their remains together with chlorine. Chlorination of public water supplies is mandated by EPA. Although there are some alternatives in water disinfection, Chlorine is here to stay. Chlorinated drinking water's chief benefit is the protection of public health through the control of waterborne diseases. It plays a paramount role in controlling pathogens in water that cause human illness, as evidenced by the virtual absence of waterborne diseases such as typhoid and cholera in developed countries.

A recent example of the continuing public health threat from waterborne disease outbreaks occurred in Peru in 1991, where a major causative factor was the absence or inadequacy of drinking water disinfection. This failure to disinfect was partly based on concern about U.S. reports of the detection of disinfection by-products. The result: a five-year epidemic of cholera, its first appearance in the Americas in this century. The epidemic spread to 19 Latin American countries and has been only partially abated through public health interventions supported by PAHO's advice and technical assistance. Nearly a million cases and 10,000 deaths have been reported.

These statistics strongly reinforce the concept that water disinfection must be a primary tool in protecting public health worldwide. As noted by the American Academy of Microbiology, "The single, most important requirement that must be emphasized is that disinfection of a public water supply should not be compromised."

Fluorine is just another chemical added to many municipal water systems with the aim of improving teeth quality in children. Scientist disagree on whether fluorine really improves teeth. Scientist also disagree on whether fluorine does more harm than good by depositing in your body and affecting its functions

Could the water I shower with affect my health?

"Studies indicate the suspect chemicals can also be inhaled and absorbed through the skin during showering and bathing." • U.S. News & World Report - Is Your Water Safe - The Dangerous State of Your Water

"A long, hot shower can be dangerous. The toxic chemicals are inhaled in high concentrations. • Bottom Line - Dr. John Andelman, Ph.D.

"Skin absorption of contaminant has been underestimated and ingestion may not constitute the sole or even primary route of exposure." • American Journal of Public Health - Dr. Halina Brown

"A Professor of Water Chemistry at the University of Pittsburgh claims that exposure to vaporized chemicals in the water supplies through showering, bathing and inhalation is 100 times greater than through drinking the water." • The Nader Report - Troubled Waters on Tap - Center for Study of Responsive Law  

PureTek TIRM eliminates chlorine and chlorination byproducts from the water at the point-of-use for less than 0.1 cent per gallon thus protecting you and your family from the harmful side effects of chlorine after chlorine has done its job in eliminating bacteria and bringing disinfected water to your home. 

PureTek TIRM has proven effective in iron elimination from well water. It totally removes iron, chlorine,  and odors from treated water.  It enriches  your water with oxygen and softens it without the use of salt.  Long lasting cartridge purifies 250,000 gallons before it needs to be exchanged. Immediately after installation to existing copper or PVC piping you will find out that soap and detergents foam better. You will have to adjust dosage, i.e. you will have to use smaller doses for the same results. Scum in the sink and stains on bathroom walls will disappear. Your washed clothes will be thicker and softer even without the use of softener. PureTek TIRM has no moving parts and requires minimum maintenance. Two lucent filters provide you with visible check point. It needs no power and does not produce any waste water. It does not need any salts or other additives for its operation. Once installed it quietly purifies the water for general household use. PureTek TIRM comes with 30 day money back guaranty, one year limited manufacturers warranty on parts and labor and great customer service. We are here to provide you with pure and healthy water. We ship fully insured PureTek TIRM UPS Ground in the USA and UPS Worldwide Expedited internationally. PureTek TIRM is packaged for shipping in two packages: 44" tall and 8" round cylinder weighing 100 lbs and a box 15"*15"*15"weighing 10 lbs. Recommended flow for best performance is 5 gallons a minute. PureTek TIRM only marginally affects water pressure and water flow.

PureTek TIRM:

- has no moving parts and requires low maintenance

- totally removes chlorine, iron and partially softens the water

- makes washing fun and bathing safe and enjoyable

- uses no salts and require no power

- is easy to install require no water storage and no drain

- has a long lasting cartridge (250,000 gallons before exchange)

- it is cheap to exchange cartridge when due (? 18 months)

- makes good quality water safe from iron chlorine and chlorination byproducts for less than 0.5 cents a gallon (a nickel per gallon).

- can be shipped worldwide with UPS

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